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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

Letters about MicroFIT Solar projects

I am interested in learning more about the Letters that many people have received regaring their MicroFIT projects - I understand that ther…

Started by Graham Dyer

0 Mar 5, 2011

OFA's Ted Cowan: "Farmers can take part in MicroFIT Program to supply power and earn extra income."

Ted Cowan, Research for the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) discusses solar panels and the microFIT program:

Started by OntAG Admin

2 Feb 9, 2011
Reply by Joann

solar panels

Is anyone concerned with this solar excitement.   Current prices are about 5.6 to 8 cent per KWH. The government is paying people with sola…

Started by Roadrunner

6 Jul 9, 2010
Reply by Roadrunner

New Energy Opportunities For Your Farm. Wind, Solar, BioGas, BioMass....What Would It Take For You To Farm Energy?

There is alot of buzz these days about farm energy projects....what does everyone think? Here is show we did on the topic. Kevin Stewart…

Started by Kevin Stewart

7 Jun 21, 2010
Reply by Jacqui Laporte

OFA opposes solar farm installations on farmland

September 23, 2009 For Immediate Release OFA opposes solar farm installations on farmland GUELPH – With such a small amount of good, prod…

Started by Wayne Black

13 Feb 21, 2010
Reply by newbie

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Drive Away Hunger partners donate 514 million meals to fight food insecurity

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is pleased to announce that Drive Away Hunger partners have more than doubled their contributions from last year and donated 514 million meals in 2024. Justine Hendricks, FCC president and CEO, announced the results at the Future of Food conference in Ottawa. "This year's amazing results are a testament to the hard work and unwavering dedication of Drive Away Hunger partners across the agriculture and food industry in Canada," said Justine Hendricks, FCC president and CEO. "The industry has united through Drive Away Hunger, and the sheer number of meals donated highlights the considerable impact of this collective effort." The HungerCount 2024 report from Food Banks Canada revealed over two million visits to food banks nationwide in March last year. It's FCC's goal to encourage more collaboration and innovation to get food to those who need it and address important issues like food waste. "Drive Away Hunger demonstrates the power of industry collaboration,

SSC Security Services Corp. Announces Q1 FY2025 Results with Increased Gross Margins and Continued Share Buybacks

 SSC Security Services Corp. ("SSC" or the "Company) (TSXV: SECU) (OTCQX: SECUF), a national provider of cyber, physical and electronic security services to commercial, industrial and public sector clients across Canada, is pleased to release its results for the first quarter ended December 31, 2024. All figures are presented in Canadian dollars.  "Our first quarter results came in as expected.  We are seeing improved profitability from stronger margins as a result of careful expense management. We continue to buy back our shares and take a disciplined approach to acquisitions.  Our objective is always to protect our cash and be opportunistic in our efforts to grow the company. We continue to be well capitalised and debt free", said Chairman and CEO Doug Emsley. Key Highlights for Q1 2025: Improved Margins- Gross profit for the quarter ended December 31, 2024 was $5.0 million (17.1%) up from $4.9 million (15.7% of revenue) during the same quarter last year.  34th Consecutive Quarter

Alberta Federation of Agriculture Appoints Aaron Stein as Executive Director

The Alberta Federation of Agriculture (AFA) is excited to announce the appointment of Aaron Stein as its new Executive Director. This appointment is an important milestone as the AFA continues its mission to be the leading advocate for Alberta's agricultural producers. Aaron brings a wealth of experience in agriculture and business. He has held leadership roles across several sectors, including founding and managing Alberta's first private Commercial Composting Facility, and leading marketing initiatives at Marketing Specialties, a firm focused on supporting the agricultural sector. Additionally, Aaron has extensive experience with Invitrogen Corporation, where he managed a portfolio of biotechnology products tailored for agriculture. "Aaron's combination of leadership, business acumen, and a passion for agriculture makes him the perfect fit to lead the AFA," said Lynn Jacobson, President of the AFA. "We're confident his expertise will be crucial in advancing our work in representing

A Google Maps of your Dinner Plate

an interactive web application tracks the produce flows of 18 fruits and 16 vegetables

Bioenterprise Canada Launches Second Round of the Grow Ontario Accelerator Hub (GOAH) Initiative

Bioenterprise Canada is pleased to announce the launch of the second round of the Grow Ontario Accelerator Hub (GOAH) Initiative.

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