Ontario Agriculture2024-03-29T11:27:19ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunnerhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/368108863?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://ontag.farms.com/forum/topic/listForContributor?user=2go02vfqqaj9g&feed=yes&xn_auth=noNotill tye drill verus Greatplains drill and caddytag:ontag.farms.com,2019-05-04:3646443:Topic:761702019-05-04T22:32:57.414ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>I am comparing the 2 different drill tye 15 with caddy verus a great plains older 3PD20 with a CPH, leaning towards Gplains because of parts availability? any comments appreciated!</p>
<p>I am comparing the 2 different drill tye 15 with caddy verus a great plains older 3PD20 with a CPH, leaning towards Gplains because of parts availability? any comments appreciated!</p> Looking to start farm businesstag:ontag.farms.com,2019-01-25:3646443:Topic:751622019-01-25T21:55:58.594ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>Hi there. I was wondering if someone here is familiar what are the programs offered if I want to start farming cow business ? </p>
<p>What do programs include , is financing easily available ? Are there Grant's? How much ? How much does government give ? Is there monthly guaranteed income? My husband if familiar w farming so wed like to explore this as a business to start it up </p>
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<p>Any info would be greatly appreciated </p>
<p>Maja </p>
<p>Hi there. I was wondering if someone here is familiar what are the programs offered if I want to start farming cow business ? </p>
<p>What do programs include , is financing easily available ? Are there Grant's? How much ? How much does government give ? Is there monthly guaranteed income? My husband if familiar w farming so wed like to explore this as a business to start it up </p>
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<p>Any info would be greatly appreciated </p>
<p>Maja </p> Looking for test fields for crop health mapping with drone/UAV, free maps provided to ownertag:ontag.farms.com,2018-01-05:3646443:Topic:726652018-01-05T13:57:28.924ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>I have a startup company called Airborne Recon Canada. We will be offering aerial crop health mapping and other services for the 2018 growing season. We need some test fields to fly in southern or central Ontario. For anyone willing to give permission to use their fields, all maps and other data generated will be given to the owner free of charge. Please reply to this thread or send an email to the address below if you are interested. </p>
<p>email: info@airbornerecon.ca</p>
<p>website:…</p>
<p>I have a startup company called Airborne Recon Canada. We will be offering aerial crop health mapping and other services for the 2018 growing season. We need some test fields to fly in southern or central Ontario. For anyone willing to give permission to use their fields, all maps and other data generated will be given to the owner free of charge. Please reply to this thread or send an email to the address below if you are interested. </p>
<p>email: info@airbornerecon.ca</p>
<p>website: airbornerecon.ca</p> vietnam triptag:ontag.farms.com,2017-12-07:3646443:Topic:721652017-12-07T02:22:05.753ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>im planning a trip to vietnam this february and i see a group from ontario went last year .is there someone willing to answer some questions for me? my email is karenhescock@hotmail.com hope to hear from some one(s). karen</p>
<p>im planning a trip to vietnam this february and i see a group from ontario went last year .is there someone willing to answer some questions for me? my email is karenhescock@hotmail.com hope to hear from some one(s). karen</p> Business owner looking to trade Computer/IT Services for hunting land access.tag:ontag.farms.com,2017-11-05:3646443:Topic:715652017-11-05T14:32:09.201ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>I am interested in trading computer repair/maintenance services for access to your land for hunting purposes. Our company has 30 years experience providing remote and on-site IT services to businesses in London and the surrounding area. Please see our website for more info. If this is something you may be interested in let's talk.</p>
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<p>Primarily interested in the immediate London area.</p>
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<p>Please reply by text or email.</p>
<p>Rick Ornato…</p>
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<p>I am interested in trading computer repair/maintenance services for access to your land for hunting purposes. Our company has 30 years experience providing remote and on-site IT services to businesses in London and the surrounding area. Please see our website for more info. If this is something you may be interested in let's talk.</p>
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<p>Primarily interested in the immediate London area.</p>
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<p>Please reply by text or email.</p>
<p>Rick Ornato</p>
<p><a href="http://www.reliabletech.ca">www.reliabletech.ca</a></p>
<p>rick@reliabletech.ca</p>
<p>5195219941</p> Great ON Yield Tour is back! Mark your calendar for Aug 14 -25, 2017, for 2nd Annual Tourtag:ontag.farms.com,2017-07-30:3646443:Topic:702672017-07-30T01:44:57.563ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>2017 2nd Annual Great ON Yield Tour #onyield17, Aug. 14 -25, 2017. Two final events on 25th & 31st Aug.</p>
<p><a href="http://riskmanagement.farms.com/events/ontario-yield-tour-2017" target="_blank">http://riskmanagement.farms.com/events/ontario-yield-tour-2017…</a></p>
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<p>2017 2nd Annual Great ON Yield Tour #onyield17, Aug. 14 -25, 2017. Two final events on 25th & 31st Aug.</p>
<p><a href="http://riskmanagement.farms.com/events/ontario-yield-tour-2017" target="_blank">http://riskmanagement.farms.com/events/ontario-yield-tour-2017</a></p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1091548159?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1091548159?profile=original" width="599" class="align-full"/></a></p> Photos from 2017 Northumberland Beef Farmers BBQ in Dartford, Ont, 06 Julytag:ontag.farms.com,2017-07-09:3646443:Topic:696942017-07-09T16:43:33.330ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>Hey readers and beef farming enthusiasts, here are photos from annual Northumberland Beef Farmers BBQ which was held this year on Ryan Campbell's farm in Dartford, Ontario - 06 July 2017</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4210/35777469256_7bec7a3a80_z.jpg" target="_blank"><img class="align-left" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4210/35777469256_7bec7a3a80_z.jpg?width=701" width="701"></img></a></p>
<p>It was a warm Thursday evening - the party started around suppertime,…</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4215/35777469506_fcb9f1e2fa_b.jpg" target="_blank"><img class="align-left" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4215/35777469506_fcb9f1e2fa_b.jpg?width=700" width="700"></img></a></p>
<p>Hey readers and beef farming enthusiasts, here are photos from annual Northumberland Beef Farmers BBQ which was held this year on Ryan Campbell's farm in Dartford, Ontario - 06 July 2017</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4210/35777469256_7bec7a3a80_z.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4210/35777469256_7bec7a3a80_z.jpg?width=701" class="align-left" width="701"/></a></p>
<p>It was a warm Thursday evening - the party started around suppertime,</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4215/35777469506_fcb9f1e2fa_b.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4215/35777469506_fcb9f1e2fa_b.jpg?width=700" class="align-left" width="700"/></a></p>
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<p>People gathered high on a hilltop , the crest of the same hill that Dartford itself is on the side of ..</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4288/35777631826_d641af8027_z.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4288/35777631826_d641af8027_z.jpg?width=700" class="align-full" width="700"/></a></p>
<p>And they gathered to eat beef</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4286/35777469386_db04f573ef_z.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4286/35777469386_db04f573ef_z.jpg?width=700" class="align-full" width="700"/></a></p>
<p>And guess the number of square bales in the wagon... what was the answer?</p>
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<p>and chat and catchup on the strange times they find themselves living in</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4264/35777469476_5afe60abd2_z.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4264/35777469476_5afe60abd2_z.jpg?width=700" class="align-full" width="700"/></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.kenthodgin.com" target="_blank">Kent Hodgin Country Music</a> played all the hits from the 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, 2000s, and 2010s. They played like champs all evening long...</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4237/35777469286_262dbbb5fc_b.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4237/35777469286_262dbbb5fc_b.jpg?width=700" class="align-left" width="700"/></a></p>
<p>Ian Davis of <a href="http://Birds-i.ca" target="_blank">Birds-i.ca</a> flew his drone around, maybe i can get his footage if anyone wants to see it.. its likely spectacular ..<a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4258/35430392320_fb0b46f52d_b.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4258/35430392320_fb0b46f52d_b.jpg?width=700" class="align-left" width="700"/></a></p>
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<p>There was also lots of equipment on display</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4287/35777469566_1caa572aab_z.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4287/35777469566_1caa572aab_z.jpg?width=700" class="align-left" width="700"/></a></p>
<p>Balage systems</p>
<p><a href="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4280/35008190683_960d86836f_b.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4280/35008190683_960d86836f_b.jpg?width=700" class="align-full" width="700"/></a></p>
<p>and ... Kubota something</p>
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<p>see you next year!</p>
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<p><span>Save</span></p> Mark your calendars for the 2017 6th Annual US Corn Belt Crop Tour!tag:ontag.farms.com,2017-06-08:3646443:Topic:687622017-06-08T22:12:09.811ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>U.S. Corn Belt Crop Tour is back!</p>
<p>Join us from June 24th – July 10th, 2017, as we go through 12 U.S. states with “Marketing Man” Moe Agostino, to provide farmers with an indication of where grain prices may be headed and provide a selling advantage:- <a href="http://riskmanagement.farms.com/events/us-cornbelt-tour-2017" target="_blank">http://riskmanagement.farms.com/events/us-cornbelt-tour-2017</a></p>
<p>Thank you all Sponsors…</p>
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<p>U.S. Corn Belt Crop Tour is back!</p>
<p>Join us from June 24th – July 10th, 2017, as we go through 12 U.S. states with “Marketing Man” Moe Agostino, to provide farmers with an indication of where grain prices may be headed and provide a selling advantage:- <a href="http://riskmanagement.farms.com/events/us-cornbelt-tour-2017" target="_blank">http://riskmanagement.farms.com/events/us-cornbelt-tour-2017</a></p>
<p>Thank you all Sponsors</p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1091545870?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/1091545870?profile=original" width="549" class="align-center"/></a></p> Are you a farmer in SW Ontario? - Fill out this survey on Precision Agriculture and Broadband!tag:ontag.farms.com,2016-10-18:3646443:Topic:669972016-10-18T14:53:34.946ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p><strong>Connectivity and Precision Agriculture in SW Ontario Crop Farming </strong><br></br><br></br><span>GUELPH, ONTARIO (October 18, 2016) – Researchers at the Ontario Agricultural College in the Regional and Rural Broadband (R2B2) project are working on a study of how current and future connectivity influences the adoption of Precision Agriculture (PA) technologies among crop farmers in South Western Ontario.</span><br></br><br></br><span>If you are a farm operator growing field crops in SW Ontario who…</span></p>
<p><strong>Connectivity and Precision Agriculture in SW Ontario Crop Farming </strong><br/><br/><span>GUELPH, ONTARIO (October 18, 2016) – Researchers at the Ontario Agricultural College in the Regional and Rural Broadband (R2B2) project are working on a study of how current and future connectivity influences the adoption of Precision Agriculture (PA) technologies among crop farmers in South Western Ontario.</span><br/><br/><span>If you are a farm operator growing field crops in SW Ontario who is currently using, or not yet using, PA technologies you are invited to participate in the e-survey:</span></p>
<p><span><a href="https://uoguelph.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Te8xpNkfiis1nv" target="_blank">https://uoguelph.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1Te8xpNkfiis1nv</a> </span><br/><br/><span>The objective is to analyze the extent to which access to high-speed internet, or lack thereof, serves as an enabler/barrier to the adoption of various PA applications. </span><br/><br/><span>The study is funded by Agriculture and Agri-food Canada’s (AAFC) Innovation and Growth Policy Division (IGPD).</span><br/><br/><span>Updates on this project will be posted on*R2B2project.ca*site. </span><br/><br/><span>Contact:</span><br/><span>Helen Hambly</span><br/><span>Capacity Development & Extension</span><br/><span>Ontario Agricultural College</span><br/><span>University of Guelph</span><br/><span>519-824-4120, Ext. 53408</span><br/><span>hhambly@uoguelph.ca</span></p> Director of Operations opportunity - Agriculturetag:ontag.farms.com,2016-10-14:3646443:Topic:669922016-10-14T21:15:45.108ZRoadrunnerhttps://ontag.farms.com/profile/Roadrunner
<p>This strategic and tactical role provides leadership to field services and sales with multi-provincial responsibility with an emphasis on operations, sales and service delivery, this role oversees all Districts and related field services, Customer Service and Software sales and support. The Director of Operations is a member of the Executive Team and reports directly to the General Manager.</p>
<p>Operations and Field Services</p>
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<li>Direct all aspects of operations, including on-farm…</li>
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<p>This strategic and tactical role provides leadership to field services and sales with multi-provincial responsibility with an emphasis on operations, sales and service delivery, this role oversees all Districts and related field services, Customer Service and Software sales and support. The Director of Operations is a member of the Executive Team and reports directly to the General Manager.</p>
<p>Operations and Field Services</p>
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<li>Direct all aspects of operations, including on-farm services, sales, support and office based customer service.</li>
<li>Oversee field management, specialists, software solutions and support, client service resources, including productivity and performance management, training, health and safety.</li>
<li>Lead operational efficiencies and effectiveness of program and service delivery.</li>
<li>Resolve and respond to inquiries and concerns from customers and others.</li>
</ul>
<p>Sales</p>
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<li>Determine, develop and direct strategic sales methodology and plans with a direct and positive impact to business growth.</li>
<li>Align sales goals and targets with the company’s vision, mission and values.</li>
<li>Generate new business and enhance client retention.</li>
<li>In close cooperation with Marketing & Product Development, introduce new services to enhance customer services and corporate revenues.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Desired Skills & Experience:</h3>
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<li>Bachelor Degree in Business, Agriculture or similar discipline.</li>
<li>Willing to travel having multi-provincial responsibility.</li>
<li>8-10 years of experience in business development, analysis, marketing, sales in the agricultural industry.</li>
<li>Excellent capabilities in task and people leadership, communication and public relations at a senior level.</li>
<li>Ability to manage financial and administrative aspects of a large division.</li>
<li>Strong strategic, analytical and critical thinking skills, including a thorough understanding of interpretation of business needs and operational solutions.</li>
<li>Works collaboratively across all divisions in a strong team environment.</li>
<li>Bilingualism would also be an asset.</li>
</ul>
<p>My client offers a competitive salary along with a stimulating and progressive work environment. Please submit a cover letter and resumé with an email subject line ‘Director of Operations”.</p>
<p><a href="http://http://www.jlwilsonassociates.com/open-job-opportunities/5673385510043648" target="_blank">Apply here</a></p>