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Farm Credit Canada Economic Spotlight for Fall 2013: Agricultural Economist J.P. Gervais

Added by OntAG Admin on November 18, 2013 at 10:50am — No Comments

Looking for opportunity to hunt on your land

Hi everyone,

I live in Milton and am looking for a Farmer in the Halton region who would be willing to allow me to hunt on their property for turkey during Spring turkey season and deer season, which is in the Fall.

I would be willing to help with farm chores as I do have previous experience working at a thoroughbred horse farm cleaning stalls, putting hay bales and straw bales in the loft, as well as general manual chores.  

I would take great care of showing respect…

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Added by Brandon Smart on November 3, 2013 at 3:00pm — No Comments

Farms.com Corn Report: Innovation In Seed Corn Productions - Visit To Maizex Seeds Near Tilbury, Ontario.

Added by OntAG Admin on October 24, 2013 at 5:00am — No Comments

Terry Daynard's Blog Posts: Issue of Neonicotinoid Seed Treatments and Bee Mortality

Additional Comments on the Issue of Neonicotinoid Seed Treatments and Bee Mortality

October 15, 2013

Since posting my early September blog (http://goo.gl/DmqH3N) about neonicotinoid seed treatments and bee mortality, the Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) of Health Canada has issued a Notice of Intent on “action to protect bees from exposure to neonicotinoid pesticides” (…

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Added by OntAG Admin on October 15, 2013 at 6:40am — No Comments

Ontario Agri Food Technologies Game Changers: Katan Kitchens - New Super Food Crops of Quinoa and Amaranth.

Added by OntAG Admin on October 9, 2013 at 7:00am — No Comments

DuPont Pioneer Launches New T Series Soybean Variety Lineup.

Added by OntAG Admin on October 9, 2013 at 6:51am — No Comments

New Enlist Weed Control System For Canadian Corn and Soybean Producers Reviewed.

Added by OntAG Admin on October 8, 2013 at 7:09am — No Comments

International Plowing Match Queen of the Furrow Video.

Added by Joe Dales on September 21, 2013 at 5:00am — No Comments

Farms.com Corn Report: Checking Corn Maturity And Scouting Before Harvest Time.

Added by OntAG Admin on September 17, 2013 at 1:15pm — No Comments

International Plowing Match Day One: Premier Kathleen Wynne Photos from Instagram

Had a great time at the International Plowing Match today! Thanks for hosting, Perth County! #ipm2013…
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Added by OntAG Admin on September 17, 2013 at 10:30am — No Comments

CONTEST: 'Celebrate the Harvest' Sign Up for a Chance to Win a $1000 Gift Card & other great prizes from Farms.com and Ag Buyer's Guide

FAMRERS: Fill out the contest entry form here:http://harvestcontest.farms.com/  for a chance to win a $1000 Gift Card or one of many other great ag-related prizes!

 

VISIT the Ag Buyer's Guide OR the Farms.com Booth at…

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Added by OntAG Admin on September 4, 2013 at 6:00am — No Comments

Farm Progress Show 2013: Grain Market Report. Soybean Future Prices Boom Higher

Added by OntAG Admin on August 26, 2013 at 11:57am — No Comments

Global 4-H Youth Ag Summit In Calgary, AB. Feeding A Hungry Planet.





4-H Canada and Bayer CropScience have partnered to hold the inaugural global 4-H Youth Ag-Summit in Calgary, Alberta on August 19-25, 2013. The Summit has assembled 118 young adults from 20 countries worldwide to "come to the table," share their ideas and develop a plan of action to feed a hungry planet. The official welcoming event on August 20th took place at the Calgary… Continue

Added by OntAG Admin on August 23, 2013 at 4:30am — No Comments

Weagant Farm Supplies Celebrates 60 Years of Service In The Eastern Ontario Farm Machinery Business.

Rooted in Eastern Ontario history: Local farm business celebrates 60 years of service.

WINCHESTER, ON,  This month marks the 60th anniversary celebration of a staple in the Eastern Ontario agricultural industry, Weagant Farm Supplies. With three stores across the region - two in the Winchester area, one just outside Brockville – Weagant Farm Supplies invites the community to the anniversary celebrations this Friday, August 23.

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Added by OntAG Admin on August 19, 2013 at 4:00am — No Comments

Farms.com Corn Report: Tim Welbanks Scouts During The Pollination Period of the Crop.

Added by OntAG Admin on August 10, 2013 at 1:59pm — No Comments

OAFT Game Changers: BIO and its BioTrack web-based livestock management system.

Added by OntAG Admin on August 7, 2013 at 2:39am — No Comments

Growing Forward 2 Ontario Business Grants for Agricultural Businesses & Food Processors

Cambridge, Ontario (Marketwire- August 6, 2013)

In late June 2013, The Ontario government announced the details of their $417 million investment in Growing Forward 2. The 5-year provincial funding programs are complementary to the AgriInnovation and…

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Added by Ryan Weaver on August 6, 2013 at 11:27am — No Comments

Growing Forward 2 Federal and Ontario Business Grants

Application for Ontario small business grants through Growing Forward 2 program is now available at the provincial level.  This government funding for business is a combination of federal and provincial funds to a total of $417 million over the next 5 years. It is targeted…

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Added by Ryan Weaver on July 26, 2013 at 1:30am — No Comments

Results of US Midwestern Crop Tour: Were All Of The Corn And Soybean Acres Planted This Year? Bearish Price News.

Added by Moe Agostino on July 25, 2013 at 9:22am — No Comments

Talking Turbines

Our communities have been engaged in debate and discourse over the issue of industrial wind turbines for over 3 years. People in our communities have very passionate views and this issue has put a serious strain on our small rural communities. I knew that when I announced I was vying for the Ontario Liberal candidacy in Perth Wellington I would hear the question, ‘where do you stand on wind turbines’. I’d like to take this opportunity to answer that question.

I believe that it would…

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Added by Stewart Skinner on July 25, 2013 at 6:18am — No Comments

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Saskatchewan Pulse Growers wants new international markets explored

Saskatchewan Pulse Growers is appreciating a good harvest, as the focus shifts towards finding new international trade partners. Despite drought conditions in parts of western Saskatchewan, Carl Potts, executive director of SPG, described yields in the majority of the province as “strong” and “higher-than-average” to go with good crop quality. He adds that farmers are continuing their fall field work and recent rains will benefit soil moisture going into next year’s growing season. However, declining crop prices, including those for pulses, as well as trade tensions are putting pressure on growers. Peas are the most burdened by recent trade policies.  In March, China imposed a 100 per cent import tax on Canadian peas in retaliation of Canada’s levy on Chinese electric vehicles, steel and aluminum.  On Oct. 30, India announced it will implement a 30 per cent import duty on yellow peas effective Nov. 1 at the earliest.

Gift will support a new Veterinary Technology Simulation Lab in Saskatchewan

Saskatchewan Polytechnic received a $1-million gift to support a simulation lab for the Veterinary Technology program at the new Joseph A. Remai Saskatoon Campus. The funds came from the Heather Ryan and L. David Dubé Foundation. The new simulation lab will provide students with a hands-on learning environment to practice clinical techniques and hone essential skills. The space will allow faculty to deliver a range of simulation experiences, from client scenarios with actors, to procedures using computerized models. The advanced simulation and modelling technology positions Sask Polytech students at the forefront of innovation in veterinary medicine and animal health care. Ryan said as animal owners; the donation is about ensuring the best possible care in Saskatchewan. “We’re committed to supporting the health and well-being of all animals looked after by vet techs across the province. Animals are a big part of our lives, and we want Sask Polytech students to have access to the la

50 years of growing Alberta’s Ag talent

Established in 1975 as the first program of its kind in Canada, Alberta’s government announced the training program for the province’s future farmers. Alberta is celebrating 50 successful years of this popular rural employment and training program, supporting high school students to enter and build careers in agriculture while earning high school credits at the same time. Through the program, students develop the confidence, skills and knowledge they need to undertake careers in the agriculture industry. It provides real-life experience for trainees who want to apply for higher education in agriculture and grow their ag employability. “Since the start of the Green Certificate Program, thousands of students have graduated with the skills and training they need to start a career in agriculture. The program empowers trainees to learn at their own pace, giving them hands-on experience of working for a local farm or agri-business. It continues to support ag employment in our rural communi

Fund supports next generation of B.C. farmers

Farmers beginning operations in British Columbia are getting help to plan and grow their agricultural businesses so they can succeed and offer B.C. families fresh and local food. The New Entrant Farm Business Accelerator Program will be opening for eligible farmers to apply to develop or update a farm business plan and prepare a growth strategy for their farm operations. Eligible farmers will also be able to apply for funding to implement their growth strategy, including support for on-farm infrastructure and other investments, in spring 2026. Farmers that participated in the last intake of the program have succeeded in increasing farm income and productivity. For example, Mikayla MacLeod of Charnwood Flowers in Chilliwack received support to purchase a large cold-frame greenhouse so she could extend the growing season. This new addition on the flower farm helped the business increase sales by having more flowers to sell throughout the year. Louise Lecouffe and Jed Wiebe of Elderbe

2026 increase to farmgate milk price aligned with inflation

 In October 2025, the Canadian Dairy Commission (CDC) conducted the annual review of Canadian farmgate milk prices. As a result of this review and consultations with stakeholders, the following changes are intended to be implemented on February 1, 2026.

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