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CFFO Blog's Blog – September 2010 Archive (4)

The CFFO Commentary: Competing Interests Arise in Land Use Planning Discussions

By Nathan Stevens

September 24, 2010




Good land use planning is critical for the success of agriculture. And with the current review of the Provincial Policy Statement underway, talks are heating up between farming organizations and those representing other interests in land use planning.



The CFFO is currently in dialogue with a collection of environmental groups, including Ontario Nature, Ducks Unlimited and Ecojustice,… Continue

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The CFFO Commentary: Agricultural Entrepreneur Puts Focus on Farming for the Motor City

By John Clement



September 17, 2010




I’m watching with interest a Detroit-based entrepreneur whose vision for his city could throw many of our paradigms about urban agriculture out the window. Seeing Detroit’s huge amount of vacant land as an opportunity, the entrepreneur is setting out to assemble large parcels of vacant inner-city land and create a large-scale, for-profit agricultural enterprise.



The entrepreneur in question is John Hantz, the… Continue

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The CFFO Commentary: A Cloud Forms on the Horizon of Ontario’s Green Energy Future

The CFFO Commentary: A Cloud Forms on the Horizon of Ontario’s Green Energy Future



By Nathan Stevens

September 10, 2010




Glenn Fox of the University of Guelph recently shared his critique on the implementation of Ontario’s Green Energy Policy. His thoughts on the subject point to a serious test of the Province’s commitment to the development of renewable energy over the coming year.



The rationale that has been used to support the development… Continue

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The CFFO Commentary: Future of Farming requires Accommodating Differing Views

By Jenny Denhartog

September 3, 2010

The steady decline in the number of family farms in Ontario has been…

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Agriculture Headlines from Farms.com Canada East News - click on title for full story

Canada’s Real Seasons (According to Farmers Who Actually Live Here)

A viral Weather Network chart claims Canada has more than four seasons—and farmers are nodding along.

Historic Colorado Plant Shutdown Could Reshape Cattle Markets

A historic strike at JBS’s Greeley, Colorado, beef plant is disrupting cattle flows and shifting leverage in an already tight market. Here’s what beef producers need to know about the short and long term impacts.

Small Firms Call for Energy Action

A CFIB survey shows most Canadian small businesses want governments to boost domestic energy production and infrastructure as rising fuel costs continue to pressure businesses and supply chains.

Ontario Equine Industry Drives Rural Economy

A new report reveals Ontario’s equine sector contributes billions to the economy, supports thousands of jobs, and plays a vital role in rural development, environmental management, and agricultural sustainability.

Julia Montgomery Named OVC Dean

The University of Guelph appoints Dr Julia Montgomery as the new dean of the Ontario Veterinary College. She will begin her five year leadership term on June 15 2026.

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