Ontario Agriculture

The network for agriculture in Ontario, Canada

Haldimand, Niagara North & Niagara South SCIA AGM

Event Details

Haldimand, Niagara North & Niagara South SCIA AGM

Time: January 22, 2013 from 9am to 3:30pm
Location: Brethren of Christ Church
Street: 10641 Highway 3 West
City/Town: Port Colborne
Website or Map: http://www.ghscia.com/coming-…
Event Type: agm
Organized By: Haldimand, Niagara North & Niagara South SCIA
Latest Activity: Jan 8, 2013

Export to Outlook or iCal (.ics)

Event Description

AGENDA

9 am - Registration - 9 am
9:30 am - Environmental Farm Plan
9:40 am - Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
9:55 am - OSCIA Provincial Director
10 am - GHSCIA Regional Communications Coordinator
10:10 am - OMAFRA
10:30 am - Growing Your Farm Profits
10:40 am - Niagara Club card member update
10:45 am - Welland River Flood Plain Association
11 am - County AGM (held separately)
11:20 am - Great Lakes Bio-disel Plant
11:50 am - Sponsor recognition
12 noon - Lunch and Trade Show
1:15 pm - How to do tillage right w/Horst Bohner, OMAFRA
2 pm - 2013 Market Outlook w/Steve Kell, P & H


Please note new location for 2013

COST
Lunch: $10 per person.

RSVP DEADLINE
To reserve your meal please call or email one of the following (Reservation deadline: January 15, 2013):
Haldimand: Dianne Booker at cwdibooker@gmail.com or 905-899-3748
Niagara North: John Sikkens at 1bigpigfamily@gmail.com or 905-386-6507);
Niagara South: Lisa Haegens at lisakylehaegens@sympatico.ca or 905-788-2956

Lunch $10 per person. To reserve your meal please call or email one of the following:

  • Haldimand - Dianne Booker at cwdibooker@gmail.com or 905-899-3748
  • Niagara North - John Sikkens at 1bigpigfamily@gmail.com or 905-386-6507
  • Niagara South - Lisa Haegens at lisakylehaegens@sympatico.ca or 905-788-2956

DOWNLOADABLE AGENDA

Available online at www.ghscia.com/coming-events

Comment Wall

Agriculture Headlines from Farms.com Canada East News - click on title for full story

Leif Carlson Named Vice President, Markets and Trade 

Cereals Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Leif Carlson to the position of Vice President, Markets and Trade, effective immediately. In this role, Carlson will lead efforts to expand and protect global market opportunities for Canada’s cereal crops. “Leif’s expertise, commitment to agriculture, and proven leadership continue to strengthen the Canadian cereals value chain,” said Dean Dias, Chief Executive Officer of Cereals Canada. “His leadership in this role will support dependable market access and sustained global demand for Canadian wheat, durum, barley, and oats.” In his previous role as Director of Market Intelligence and Trade Policy, Carlson championed the promotion of Canadian cereals and helped protect the interests of the value chain in global markets. Since September 2025, he has also represented the sector as a Director with the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA), advocating for fair and predictable trade. Carlson holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a

Canada’s Ag Day: Celebrating Farmers Who Grow Their Best for the World

Every year, Canadian farmers combine expertise and innovation to grow their best for the world. Their commitment ensures that Canada continues to deliver wheat that meets the needs of millers, bakers, and consumers here at home and in over eighty countries around the globe. As we celebrate Canada’s Ag Day, we’re proud to recognize the dedication of the people whose work feeds families, supports our economy, strengthens rural communities, and helps sustain Canada’s reputation as a trusted supplier of high-quality wheat. Highly valued for its high protein content, milling performance, and ability to produce great tasting foods—from breads and noodles to pastries and breakfast cereals—Canadian wheat is a top choice for millers and food manufacturers in more than 80 countries. Find out what makes Canadian wheat amongst the best in the world at Canadian Wheat—Quality You Can See and Taste

Grain sector warns of information gaps in AAFC research reductions, calls for immediate program impact disclosure

Grain Growers of Canada is calling on the federal government to provide clarity on the impacts of recent staffing reductions and announced closures or consolidations of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research facilities, stating that downstream consequences cannot be assessed without clear, program-level information. “Transparency is essential when decisions affect the foundation of Canada’s agricultural research system,” said Scott Hepworth, chair of Grain Growers of Canada and Saskatchewan grain farmer. “Without clear disclosure of what research capacity is being reduced or eliminated, the sector cannot understand the long-term risks to production and competitiveness,” he added. “It must be clear what capacity is being lost, where, and with what consequences.” Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada has cited personnel confidentiality in limiting details on the announced changes. Grain Growers of Canada emphasized that while personnel confidentiality must be respected, it does not,

New Leadership Team Named at OFVGA

Ontario’s fruit and vegetable association appoints a new chair and vice chair to lead advocacy, manage challenges, and support growers across the horticulture industry.

CRSB Launches Certified Beef Producer Incentive Program

CRSB launches a new incentive program offering 400 dollars to certified beef producers in 2026 to reward sustainable practices and strengthen Canada’s responsible beef supply chain.

© 2026   Created by Darren Marsland.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service