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Supreme Court of Canada Decision on Ontario v. Fraser - Ban on Farm Unions Constitutional

The Supreme Court ruling handed down this morning in the case of Fraser v. Ontario is a great victory for the Attorney General and the farm…

Started by OntAG Admin

0 Apr 29, 2011

GFO: Food VS Fuel: The Debate Is Over. Do you agree with Grain Farmers of Ontario?

  FOOD VS FUEL: THE DEBATE IS OVER GUELPH, ON (April 26, 2011) – A new study released by the Grain Farmers of Ontario should put an end to…

Started by OntAG Admin

2 Apr 29, 2011
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Farmers Matter Video Interview: Stewart Skinner Asks Wayne Easter About The Liberal Party Agriculture Platform.

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0 Apr 25, 2011

Federal Budget: Do you want an election? Do you think anything will change with an election?

I doubt anyone really wants a federal election right now, it is hard to see that much will change politically.  Western Canada is not likel…

Started by Joe Dales

9 Apr 6, 2011
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Check out the Liberal government’s “Rural Canada Matters” strategy

“A Liberal government will be there for flexible, bankable farm programs built from the ‘farm up, not Ottawa down,’” Mr. Ignatieff said at…

Started by Sandra Dales

1 Apr 6, 2011
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Ontario budget delivers new risk management program for Ontario farmers

Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Coalition (OASC)   News Release   For Immediate Release                                                …

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8 Apr 1, 2011
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Mitchell announces Huron meeting for Friday morning?

Anyone have any more information? At the "Black farm"?

Started by John Schwartzentruber

0 Mar 31, 2011

Comment On The Ontario Government's Proposed Agriculture-Wildlife Conflict Strategy Process.

I just saw this today and wondered if anyone was aware of the issues. Thanks, Joe     The Ontario government is proposing an agriculture-wi…

Started by Joe Dales

1 Mar 7, 2011
Reply by Steve Twynstra

What constution?

A woman from Australia, mentioned Canada and as we are suppose to be a Commonwealth. <iframe title="YouTube video player" width="480" he…

Started by Bristow

0 Feb 24, 2011

Food Inc. on the CBC. Did anyone see it and what did you think?

Sandy and I watched Food Inc. on the CBC.  Did anyone else see it?  How did make you feel?   I am not sure how I feel about it, they made s…

Started by Joe Dales

10 Jan 13, 2011
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USDA Acreage Data Sparks Market Volatility

This article summarizes a key farm podcast covering USDA data, energy impacts, weather concerns, fund positioning and planting decisions helping farmers understand risks and opportunities ahead of the 2026 season.

Food for Thought: From arts to agriculture, James Snyder saw big picture

Many of you may have read that James Snyder passed away suddenly in New Zealand, his second home. You may have no idea who he was, other than his love and involvement with local arts and culture. He truly enjoyed working with so many people who made Chatham-Kent a better place to live. I knew James for his love for the land and for his impact in the agriculture sector, not just here in Chatham-Kent, but across Ontario and Canada and in many parts of the world. In past columns, I’ve discussed people who have helped guide me, not only as a person, but also in my agriculture career. James Snyder was one of them. James was very proud of his British heritage. During my last visit, he took me through his downtown Chatham apartment, showing me every square foot — each of which had something of value to James. I met James when I started working for the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. I was working with Ron Anderson, our agriculture specialist, with whom James worked closely trying to expand

Agricultural Educator and Industry Leader Dr Tom Funk Remembered for Lasting Influence

Dr Tom Funk, a respected agricultural educator and leader at the University of Guelph, is remembered for his dedication to teaching, mentorship, and community service.

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