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Record-setting dry spell leaves Southwestern Ontario farmers waiting (and waiting) for rain

The London region has just completed the driest local May ever, Environment Canada officials say – with only 4.1 millimetres of rainfall recorded, a drop in the bucket

AFSC extending recommended seeding dates for clients impacted by wildfires

Areas in the northern and western parts of the province have had a record number of wildfires this spring, resulting in mandatory evacuations for residents in the areas of the fires. Although the impact to annual crop seeding is unknown at this time

OFA pleased with Bill 97 amendments

Bill 97 passed at Queen’s Park but without the farmland severance portion

Bioenterprise Canada launches Northern Food Security Challenge

Northern Ontario businesses are invited to participate in a $15,000 agri-food innovation challenge focused on innovative solutions to improving food security in Northern communities.

Strawberry Baked Pies are back at McDonald’s just in time for summer

Strawberry season has arrived at McDonald’s Canada with the return of the Strawberry Baked Pie.