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The CFFO Commentary: Creating New Options for Preserving our Top Farmland

By John Clement

August 26, 2011

 

Farmland preservation is a key component in keeping a strong and vigorous agricultural sector. And with Ontario having one of the biggest agriculture and food clusters in North America, it only makes sense that our citizens be proactive in ensuring that we do our best to preserve and maintain our best farmland.

 

The Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario has a long history of advocating for farmland preservation. We’ve taken up the fight… Continue

Added by CFFO Blog on August 26, 2011 at 1:51am — No Comments

Video: Harvest For Hunger Soybean Project for Canadian Foodgrain Bank

Added by Joe Dales on August 24, 2011 at 3:26pm — No Comments

What To Consider When Selecting A Solar Energy Supplier. Click to see the video interview.

Added by OntAG Admin on August 24, 2011 at 3:22pm — No Comments

The CFFO Commentary: Fairness in Farming Is Never Far From the Surface in Most Discussions

By John Clement

August 12, 2011

 

The Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario places a lot of emphasis on values. And, arguably, one of the biggest and most constant values for most of our members comes down to “fairness.” It’s not always stated upfront when our members engage each other at committee meetings and seminars, but it’s a steady presupposition that drives a good deal of conversation.

Over the years, many CFFO conversations and position statements have emphasized the… Continue

Added by CFFO Blog on August 12, 2011 at 2:59am — No Comments

Parrish & Heimbecker Open New High Tech Grain Handling Facilities in Hamilton, Ontario.

Added by Joe Dales on August 5, 2011 at 3:30pm — No Comments

The CFFO Commentary: New Compensation for Wildlife Damage a Welcome Update

By Nathan Stevens

August 5, 2011

 

The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs recently announced that the 30-year old wildlife damage compensation program has finally been updated. This has been an important issue for members of the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario over the last number of years, and as an organization we are pleased that this could finally be updated. This is a solid step forward in balancing the broad number of goals desired by society… Continue

Added by CFFO Blog on August 5, 2011 at 1:32am — No Comments

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MASC Pilots New Satellite-Based Forage Insurance Project For 2026 Crop Year

Manitoba Agricultural Services Corporation (MASC) is piloting a new approach to offering forage insurance for the 2026 crop year, aimed at reducing reporting requirements and improving production estimates for Manitoba forage producers through satellite-based technology, federal Agriculture and Agri-Food Minister Heath MacDonald and Manitoba Agriculture Minister Ron Kostyshyn announced today. “This pilot project explores how modern technology can reduce reporting requirements while keeping programs accurate and reliable for producers,” said MacDonald. “By working with Manitoba and industry partners, we’re helping ensure that risk management tools continue to meet the real needs of forage producers.” The project will use advanced satellite-based technology to estimate soil moisture and predict forage production, helping streamline the reporting process while maintaining program accuracy and integrity. “Producers work hard every day to keep their operations running, and they deserve p

AGCO Honors Kyle Hildebrand as 2025 North American Technician of the Year

AGCO Corporation (NYSE: AGCO) named Kyle Hildebrand its 2025 Technician of the Year on July 30 in Jackson, Minnesota, at the Fendt Lodge™. This annual award recognizes an outstanding service technician who demonstrates exceptional technical expertise, a relentless commitment to customer uptime and exemplary leadership within the agricultural machinery industry.

BASF Agricultural Solutions invests in new Climate Center at its headquarters to strengthen research capabilities

BASF Agricultural Solutions invests in new Climate Center at its headquarters to strengthen research capabilities

Niagara Region - Flowers Canada, Grape Growers of Ontario, Ontario Tender Fruit Growers unite during recent flood events

Over the past few weeks, the Niagara Region has experienced numerous unprecedented rainfall events. The severity of these storms has affected many growers, residents, and businesses across our communities.

Agriculture in the Classroom - Manitoba receives $10,000 Community Board grant from the TELUS Friendly Future Foundation

Agriculture in the Classroom - Manitoba (AITC-M) is grateful to the TELUS Manitoba and Saskatchewan Community Board and the TELUS Friendly Future Foundation® for its continued investment in Amazing Agriculture Adventure through a $10,000 grant. This generous contribution will help AITC-M continue delivering engaging, hands-on agriculture education to over 1,200 students during this year’s four-day program. Held September 22-25, 2026, at the Bruce D. Campbell Farm and Food Discovery Centre, Amazing Agriculture Adventure provides students with a full-day, curriculum-linked learning experience featuring 10 interactive stations that bring agriculture to life. Through activities and conversations with farmers and industry experts, students discover how agriculture impacts their daily lives while gaining insight into food production, sustainability, innovation, and future career pathways in the agri-food sector. “One of my favourite moments happened at the Beef Station. When students had t

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