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Are you a farmer in SW Ontario? - Fill out this survey on Precision Agriculture and Broadband!

Connectivity and Precision Agriculture in SW Ontario Crop Farming GUELPH, ONTARIO (October 18, 2016) – Researchers at the Ontario Agricultu…

Started by Emily Duncan

0 Oct 18, 2016

WANTED: pictures of barns missing boards for a story on thieves

I need pictures of old barns missing boards  and stories about cedar fence rail thieves and barn board thieves - do they ever get caught?…

Started by Robert Campbell

0 Jun 15, 2015

Ontario Wineries can now sell wine at local farmer's markets. What do you think?

The province of Ontario released a statement today announcing they will be allowing Ontario VQA wines to be sold at local farmer’s markets:…

Started by OntAG Admin

5 Dec 17, 2013
Reply by Joann

Young Ontarians are Least Aware of Where their Food Comes From. What else can be done???

Farmers Feed Cities' survey results are disappointing On average, only 41 per cent of the younger generation (18-34) claim to be aware of w…

Started by AgOntario

0 Oct 5, 2011

For Farmers Considering Solar: Letter to the Editor from Brad Duguid Minister of Energy on Ontario’s MicroFIT Program

Letter To The Editor in the Chatham-Kent Daily Post: Ontario’s MicroFIT Programby Brad Duguid, Minister of EnergyThousands of Ontario famil…

Started by OntAG Admin

2 Jul 3, 2011
Reply by Colette McLean

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

Ontario budget delivers new risk management program for Ontario farmers

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

Started by OntAG Admin

8 Apr 1, 2011
Reply by John Schwartzentruber

Video from the Tractor Pull at the Farm Machinery Show in Louisville - Is this the Best Farm Show to Attend?

Started by OntAG Admin

1 Mar 16, 2011
Reply by Mackenna Roth

Grey County Beef Farmer Wins 2011 Ontario Pasture Award

The sponsors of the Ontario Pasture Award - the Ontario Cattlemen's Association (OCA), MAPLESEED and the Ontario Forage Council (OFC) - are…

Started by OntAG Admin

0 Feb 23, 2011

Simcoe County Couple Wins 2011 Environmental Stewardship Award

The Ontario Cattlemen's Association (OCA) is pleased to announce that John and Rosemary Dunsmore of Shanty Bay are the winners…

Started by OntAG Admin

0 Feb 23, 2011

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Wildfire Smoke Over Ontario--What Farmers Need to Know

Wildfire smoke is becoming a recurring challenge for Ontario agriculture, farmers are facing concerns about worker safety, livestock health, and day-to-day farm operations.

How AI Could Improve Productivity and Competitiveness in Canadian Agriculture

Farm Credit Canada's report highlights that accelerating AI adoption can boost the competitiveness of Canada's agriculture sector, though current usage lags far behind other industries.

EMILI Celebrates 10 Years of Connecting Farmers, Innovators, and Industry Partners

EMILI received $3.5 million in federal funding to expand agricultural innovation, support technology testing, and help farmers adopt practical digital solutions.

Secretary Naig to Present the Dolan Family of Buchanan County with the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig will present the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award to Sean and Sara Dolan of Buchanan County during a ceremony on Friday, July 17, at the Monti Community Center near Coggon. The award presentation will be part of an open house scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The statewide award recognizes Iowa livestock farmers who take pride in caring for their livestock and the environment while serving as good neighbors and community leaders. Sean and Sara Dolan own and operate Newton Pork, a 600-sow farrow-to-wean operation near Coggon. Their son, Mikel, works full time on the farm, while their daughter, Frankie, recently graduated from Iowa State University with a degree in agronomy and will begin her career as a sales agronomist with River Valley Cooperative. The Dolans market pigs through a partnership with Sean's brother, Mark, who shares ownership of the finishing enterprise, while Sean's father, Jim, continues to lend a hand during harvest each fall. B

Board of Directors Nomination Period Open for 2026

Shape the Future of Alberta Canola – Take your Seat at the Table  The future of Alberta’s canola industry starts with growers.  Agriculture continues to face challenges, from market access and trade to research, regulations, farm profitability, and more. Alberta Canola needs experienced producers who are ready to share their knowledge, bring fresh perspectives, and help lead the industry forward.  If you’re passionate about the future of canola farming, now is the time to step up.  Nominations are now open for Directors in Regions 2, 5, 8 and 11.  Find your region: albertacanola.com/regions  Nomination deadline: 4:00 p.m. on Oct. 30, 2026  Why Become a Director? Alberta Canola’s board is governed by growers, for growers. Directors work alongside fellow producers to make decisions that create lasting value for Alberta’s canola industry.  As a director, you will:  Represent and advocate for the growers in your region.  Help direct grower investments in research, agronomy, marke

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