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Why I Chose to Work in Agriculture

Please follow this link to my blog post about why I chose to work in agriculture!

http://kelseybanks.me/2014/03/31/why-i-chose-to-work-in-agriculture/

Added by Kelsey Banks on March 31, 2014 at 4:57am — No Comments

TED TALK by Chris Hadfield, Astronaut, Cmdr Hadfield is the Keynote Speaker at the 2014 March Classic, March 24th in London, Ontario

 

2014 March Classic - Grain Farmers of Ontario Event - will be held on Monday March 24th at the London Convention Centre.…

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Added by OntAG Admin on March 19, 2014 at 8:30am — 2 Comments

University of Guelph President Alastair Summerlee on Misinformation Circulating on Enrollment for Agriculture Campuses

Summerlee: Correcting Tweets and Misinformation

I have noticed that there is misinformation circulating in social media and elsewhere with respect to application figures to our campuses at Ridgetown, Kemptville and Alfred. I think it important to set the record straight. Fall 2014 application figures for the associate diploma program on the three campuses are as follows:

Ridgetown - 1117 

Kemptville -…

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Added by OntAG Admin on March 19, 2014 at 5:45am — No Comments

Stats Can: Corn for grain: the world’s top cereal crop

Stats Can: Corn: Canada's third most valuable crop…

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Added by OntAG Admin on March 19, 2014 at 5:00am — No Comments

The World is Getting Hungrier -and that's Good News for Canada's Agriculture Industry!

You’ve probably heard it before, but the numbers are worth repeating. The OECD Observer notes that the size of “the global middle class” is increasing at breakneck speed. In fact the number…

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Added by Ryan Weaver on March 18, 2014 at 5:21am — No Comments

Farms.com Market School: How Grain Prices Are Determined. Click to Watch.



For additional videos visit

http://www.marketschool.farms.com

Added by OntAG Admin on March 16, 2014 at 1:40pm — No Comments

University of Guelph President Alastair Summerlee on the closure of the University’s Kemptville and Alfred campuses

Summerlee: Facts, Not Conjecture, Needed in Times Like These

Earlier today, I took part in a live radio discussion with North Grenville Mayor David Gordon about the closure of the University’s Kemptville and Alfred campuses. This followed yesterday’s announcement that the University is consolidating the academic and research programs delivered at these two campuses to improve efficiency and ensure quality.

I was touched by David’s commitment,…

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Added by OntAG Admin on March 13, 2014 at 7:30am — No Comments

Canada Space-Based Crop Map Coast to Coast - And Interactive Map to "Play with the Data"



Thanks to our friends at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada there is an interactive map where you can zoom in on the crop map data: CLICK HERE…

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Added by OntAG Admin on March 12, 2014 at 7:30am — 2 Comments

Corn Share Program Teaches Young Farmers To Grow Their Own Crop.

Young farmers walking their fields with DuPont Pioneer this season

Fifteen to 18-year-old farmers have the opportunity to plant their own corn crop with the 2014 DuPont Pioneer Corn Share for the third year running. Corn Share started as a pilot program in 2012, with 18 participants in Perth and Huron counties. Last year, it grew to include 123 young farmers from across the province. Pioneer expects even higher numbers this…

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Added by OntAG Admin on March 11, 2014 at 5:16am — No Comments

Innovative Farmer of the Year Winner: Tom Barrie

Creativity and advancements in crop rotation systems in their no-till farming operation have earned Tom Barrie, a Bowmanville grower, and his team, the 2013 Innovative Farmer of the Year Award. Each year, BASF Canada and the Innovative Farmers Association of Ontario recognize an…

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Added by OntAG Admin on March 1, 2014 at 8:00am — 1 Comment

Infographic: Growth of Technology

North American Study on Technology in Agriculture from Dupont Pioneer

Added by OntAG Admin on February 25, 2014 at 3:30am — No Comments

Infographic: Canadian Farm Income Forecast Highlights 2013-2014

Added by OntAG Admin on February 19, 2014 at 12:30pm — No Comments

Trish Jordan Blog: Sochi 2014 – A Day Off in Russia

By Trish Jordan, Public & Industry Affairs Director, Monsanto Canada

After a busy last couple of days in my 2014 Olympic Winter Games experience in Sochi, Russia, I was finally able to sleep in on Friday morning as the women’s Canadian curling team had a bye. Happy belated Valentine’s Day everyone!

It was great not to have to be down in the lobby of our hotel at our usual 7:30 am departure time. With…

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Added by OntAG Admin on February 16, 2014 at 10:12am — 1 Comment

Trish Jordan Blog: Sochi 2014 – Canada Olympic House Lows and Highs

By Trish Jordan, Public & Industry Affairs Director, Monsanto Canada…

Canada House at Sochi

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Added by OntAG Admin on February 15, 2014 at 3:30am — 1 Comment

Trish Jordan (Monsanto Canada) Blog: Sochi 2014 – The Adventure Continues

By Trish Jordan, Public & Industry Affairs Director, Monsanto Canada…

Carol Jones, mother of Team skip Jennifer Jones, farmer and rancher Jesse Lawrence, and Trish

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Added by OntAG Admin on February 12, 2014 at 9:30am — 1 Comment

3-yr rotations. S. Ont. producers who grew corn '11, soybean '12, & wheat '13 (from AAFC crop map

Another Agriculture and Agrifood satellite map thanks to Leander Campbell.

3-yr rotations. S. Ont. producers who grew corn '11, soybean '12, & wheat '13 (from AAFC crop maps) Embedded image permalink

Added by OntAG Admin on February 11, 2014 at 10:00am — No Comments

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Impact of U.S. Biofuel Tax Credit on Canadian Oilseeds

The upcoming U.S. tax credit adjustment for biofuel production could create challenges for Canadian biodiesel producers and the demand for refined canola and soy oil.

Canada’s Pork Exports Face Labeling Challenges in the U.S.

The USDA final ruling on voluntary country-of-origin labeling for beef and pork products will take effect in January 2026, potentially impacting Canadian livestock exports and pricing dynamics.

For Farmers, By Farmers: Alberta Canola Delivers

As Alberta Canola gears up for this fall’s Grower Engagement Meetings (GEMs), I would like to share details on the efforts we’ve invested in this past year. Like the farmers we serve, we’d rather work hard than talk about our achievements. However, it’s important you know the work Alberta Canola is doing on your behalf.  Alberta Canola’s mission is to support the long-term success of canola farmers in Alberta. For 35 years, Alberta Canola has steadily evolved to meet the changing needs of canola farmers. Today, the commission’s work revolves around four main priorities:  Research Given ongoing and significant declines in public research investment, grower-funded research is more important than ever. We fund and interface with the canola research community to help growers meet their production challenges, drive innovation, and address critical issues like clubroot management, integrated pest control, on-farm efficiency and sustainability. Our research is fully directed by and for gro

Palette Skills Digital Agriculture Specialist program to expand to Manitoba in 2025

As a long-time supporter of Palette Skills, and in particular its Digital Agriculture Specialist program, EMILI is pleased that the program will expand to Manitoba in 2025, benefitting Manitobans with diverse skills interested in upskilling to agricultural positions, as well as the industry and economy.  The program, which launched in Saskatchewan in 2022, then expanded to Alberta in 2023, is an 8-week intensive upskilling course that combines theoretical learning and practical hands-on experience in emerging technologies for people mid-career who are looking to advance or build on their existing skills. The curriculum is taught by industry experts who support and prepare participants for in-demand roles in the sector. Key career paths include operations, ag sales and agribusiness, and industry and technical positions. To date, 170 people have upskilled their careers in digital agriculture. Palette Skills Program Manager Morag Morison told the Manitoba Digital Agriculture Table about

Economist Craig Klemmer shares insights on innovation and productivity at Ag Enlightened

Productivity is top of mind in Canadian agriculture, and we are delighted to welcome Craig Klemmer, Manager, Thought Leadership with Farm Credit Canada (FCC) to EMILI’s 2024 Agriculture Enlightened conference to dig into the topic. Klemmer will touch on the state of productivity in Canadian agriculture, how we measure productivity, as well as ways that the industry can improve productivity.  Agtech innovation is an essential piece in unlocking productivity. In fact, Canada is already recognized worldwide as a leader in both AI and agricultural innovation thanks to heavy investments into basic research. According to FCC, agricultural productivity growth has slowed in Canada since 2011. Klemmer will share insights into the importance of unlocking the potential of agtech innovation to boost agriculture productivity, which could potentially add as much as $30 billion in net income over the next decade.  2024 marks EMILI’s fifth year hosting its annual Agriculture Enlightened conference

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