Wild West Drone Fest: Farmers break the law to spray fields with drones
by Nelson Zandbergen,
courtesy of Farmers Forum
Canadian farmers are quietly rebelling against federal rules that prohibit spraying agriculture’s most important crop chemicals with drones, according...
Support local this fall to help Ontario farms grow
by Angela Cammaert, Director, OFA
Every year, in the days leading up to Thanksgiving, our province marks Ontario Agriculture Week. It’s a time to recognize...
Fall shows, fairs and events strengthen food and farming connections
by Sara Wood, Vice President, OFA
Early September often feels as much like a new beginning as early January does. It’s when most summer activities...
Summer tour highlights diversity of Ontario’s agriculture
by Louis Roesch, Director, OFA
Ontario is a large province, and its geography is as diverse as its people. That diversity is also evident when...
Stewardship program supports sustainable nutrient use on farms
by Mark Reusser, Director, OFA
Fertilizer is one of the most important tools on the farm, providing crops with the nutrients they need to grow...
Farmers support Senate soil report recommendations
by Drew Spoelstra, President, OFA
The Senate of Canada has made a series of recommendations around the future of Canada’s soils and their strategic importance to...
Dundas County Dairy Club – Meeting 3 update
by Kaylee-Lynn Daines
On June 8th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the Dundas County Dairy Club held their 3rd meeting at the Velthius’ farm....
Be vigilant to protect yourself against rural crime
by Paul Maurice, Director, OFA
Crime is a reality for all Ontarians, regardless of whether they live in rural or urban areas. That’s particularly true...
Dundas Agricultural Group joint food bank donation
June 3-9 was Local Food Week! It’s an opportunity to celebrate and recognize the abundance of fresh, healthy, affordable local food that we are...
We must protect farmland for the sake of future generations
by Drew Spoelstra, President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture
Ontario farmers know better than most that this province is home to some of Canada’s richest and most fertile...