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Scouting And Managing Tough Weeds: Canada Fleabane.

Started by OntAG Admin

0 Aug 14, 2016

Chicken Manure additive for Sunflower crop

We are relatively new to farming.  Soil testing says we need phosphorus and potassium for sunflower crop. We found a source for chicken man…

Started by Brad Daily

0 Jul 10, 2015

Help answer survey questions on Neonicotinoid's for a class project for my Agribusiness program at Olds College

Hello everyone, I'm doing a class project for my Innovation class at Olds College in the Agribusiness program. I am from Ontario and I know…

Started by Shaylin Ferguson

0 Nov 25, 2014

ATTN Farmers! Let's see your #YieldSelfie - A photo of you, a sign with bu/a, crop type and location, you pick the background

Tweet out or post on this chat thread a photo including: You a sign/card to show your bu/a, crop type and location you pick the background…

Started by OntAG Admin

0 Oct 8, 2014

Anyone running 20" row soybeans?

Anyone running 20" row soybeans?  It's our first year in 20"; curious about the different populations guys are running - Rick Willis, Maids…

Started by OntAG Admin

2 Oct 7, 2014

How were everyone's wheat yields and quality?

We finished wheat a couple of weeks ago. Yields were just not there this year, likely tough winter and wet, cool spring. Looks like we had…

Started by Roadrunner

0 Aug 10, 2014

UPOV 91, Do you think the new seed rules will help improve profitability of wheat?

Steve Denys shares the point of view from the Seed industry on why the new act will help increase research and breeding in crops such as wh…

Started by OntAG Admin

0 Feb 2, 2014

High Corn Yield Tips From Winners at Ontario Corn Yield Challenge Event.

The Farms.com team had a lot of fun talking to some of the winning farmers about how they were able to produce such high corn yields.   DuP…

Started by Joe Dales

3 Jan 21, 2014
Reply by Joe Dales

Corn Yields: How did the hybrids you grew this year perform? Were you satisfied? Post your yields here.

Thanks for visiting.  We wanted to provide a forum where corn yield results and agronomic feedback could be posted and shared.  Ideally peo…

Started by OntAG Admin

3 Nov 27, 2013
Reply by OntAG Admin

Video: OFA Research on BioMass Purpose Grown Crops. What would it take to get you to grow some new crop type?

What questions do you have before you would investigate some of these alternative crop opportunities?The revenue and cost of production bus…

Started by Joe Dales

0 Nov 22, 2013

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Transforming fertilizer production: Genesis Fertilizers’ low-carbon vision for Western Canada

Western Canada’s farming sector, the backbone of its economy, is at a crossroads. Volatile fertilizer prices, heavy reliance on imports, and the urgent need for sustainable practices pose significant challenges for farmers striving to maintain profitable and environmentally responsible operations. Recognising the urgency of these issues, Genesis Fertilizers – a farmer-driven initiative – has taken a step to reshape the future of agriculture. Their mission: proposing to construct Canada’s first low-carbon nitrogen fertilizer facility, designed to stabilise supply, lower net operational costs for farmers, and reduce the carbon footprint of fertilizer production. This multi-billion dollar proposed facility is more than an infrastructure investment. It represents a groundbreaking vision for agricultural sustainability, integrating advanced carbon capture technology and innovative production methods. Through strategic partnerships with global technology leaders including DL E&C, thyssenkr

Buy BC helps more local farmers, processors succeed

British Columbians will experience a wider variety of local food and beverage options as more farmers and small businesses get support through Buy BC. “British Columbians know the Buy BC logo represents local products that are produced and processed by people in their communities, from small family farms to innovative food producers,” said Lana Popham, Minister of Agriculture and Food. “Buy BC is supporting the people who make up our province’s diverse agriculture and food industry so, together, we can continue to shine a light on many unique and delicious products produced here at home, while strengthening local food systems and economies.” Through the Buy BC Partnership Program, $2 million is available to support those eligible to participate in provincewide marketing projects to help boost awareness, demand, and sales of B.C. products. The funding will help additional local food and beverage companies and industry associations share their stories with more people around the provin

U of G Professor and Food Scientist Named to Order of Ontario

A world-leading scientist at the University of Guelph whose discoveries have revolutionized our understanding of food has been awarded one of the province’s highest honours.

OVC Professor Emeritus Appointed to Order of Canada

A University of Guelph veterinarian recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of E. coli bacteria has been named to the Order of Canada. 

Maple Leaf Foods Increases Quarterly Dividend by 9% and announces First Quarter Distribution

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. ("Maple Leaf Foods" or the "Company") (TSX: MFI), an iconic Canadian protein company, announced today that it is increasing its quarterly cash dividend by 9% from $0.22 per share to $0.24 per share, or $0.96 per share annually. With this increase, the dividend payment for the first quarter of 2025 will be $0.24 per common share, payable on March 31, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 7, 2025

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