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July 2011 Blog Posts (8)

The CFFO Commentary: The Discussion between Farmers and Urban Society Is Constant and Changing

By John Clement

July 29, 2011

 

A decade or more ago, the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario hosted a number of seminars and other events centered on the theme of “Farming in the Park.” The title was kind of a cheeky expression designed to attract people’s attention and get them thinking about critical issues in farming. The key issue at the root of the discussion was the ongoing relationship between farmers and urban society.

 

During that time, the interest… Continue

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Energy Planks Need Close Scrutiny in Coming Election

By Nathan Stevens

July 22, 2011

 

The Ontario election is looming for Ontario’s politicians and the voting public. Energy is emerging as “the” hot button topic for many voters. The big question is how we are going to organize a sustainable energy system that truly considers the economic, environmental and social consequences.

 

There is a need for broad deliberations regarding this province’s energy policy. In particular, balance needs to be struck to accommodate both long… Continue

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The CFFO Commentary: Decades of Dynamic Change for Ontario Agriculture

By John Clement

July 15, 2011

 

I’m starting to show my age because I recently realized that I’ve spent very close to 30 years working at a professional career in Ontario’s entrepreneurial agricultural community. Having grown up on a century-plus farm in southern Ontario, I moved into agricultural journalism for a number of years before going to work as a staff member for the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario. Over the course of those three decades, I’ve assembled some… Continue

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The CFFO Commentary: Farmers Need to Enroll in Ontario Risk Management Program

By Nathan Stevens

July 8, 2011

 

Last week’s formal announcement of a Risk Management Program is arguably one of the most significant accomplishments for Ontario’s agricultural groups in a long time. From the perspective of agricultural leaders, this is a program that has been fought for over an extended time period that seeks to address needs for Ontario’s farmers in a global environment. The next step is to see whether the average farmer agrees with this assessment and chooses to… Continue

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The CFFO Commentary: Management Groups Can Hone the Skills of Farmers

By John Clement

July 1, 2011

 

Farm business management groups have been used across Canada over the past few decades but there appears to be a renewed push today to broaden their appeal. Although these groups can vary widely from sector-to-sector, most feature a small group of farmers working with a facilitator to compare individual production and financial records against those of peers. In the process, the aim is to grow and develop the management skills of all participants in… Continue

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What Happens if AAFC No Longer Develops Field-Ready Cultivars? Listen to our Panel Discussion from Last Week

The idea that Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) might scale back its involvement in crop variety development has farmers and industry experts talking. The consequences of such a move are multifaceted, and while some in the industry are exploring alternatives, the challenges remain significant. In a panel discussion held last week at the Alberta Seed Processors meeting in Edmonton, Alberta Seed Guide editor Marc Zienkiewicz noted that AAFC is planning to reduce its activities in regard to field-ready cultivar development. Who will fill the void, and what do farmers need to know? He was joined by three panelists: Lauren Comin, Seeds Canada policy director based in Calgary; Jeremy Boychyn, research director for Alberta Grains; and Jodi Souter, owner of J4 Agri-Science in Saskatoon. Regional Differences and Crop-Specific Needs “It’s very crop-specific and location-specific,” said Souter, a farmer and plant breeder. “There’s a big difference between agriculture in the East and the W

Inflation Rate Down Slightly in December; Helped by Federal Tax Break

The Canadian inflation rate dropped further in December, helped by the federal government’s GST and

More Canadian Pea, Lentil Acres Seen in 2025

Canadian producers will plant more peas, lentils, and sunflowers in 2025, but cut back on other pulse and special crops, according to new Agriculture Canada projections. 

Ag Canada Forecasts More Corn Acres in 2025; Fewer Soybeans

Canadian producers are expected to increase corn planted area in 2025, while clawing back soybean acres. 

Grain Farmers of Ontario Unveils New 2025 Strategic Plan

Grain Farmers of Ontario, the province’s largest commodity organization, representing Ontario’s 28,000 barley, corn, oat, soybean, and wheat farmers, has released its 2025 Strategic Plan

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