The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) and the Ontario Ministry of Rural Affairs (MRA) has coordinated a free, online network to bring together economic development and planning professionals across Ontario interested in agricultural issues. The quarterly meeting topics will be based on relevant municipal policies, procedures and programming impacting the agricultural sector.
- Voice your challenges and receive feedback from fellow practitioners
- Speak with experts in the field and have your questions answered
- Network with other municipal staff that work on similar issues
- Learn best practices and strategies that you can implement in your community
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Next Webinar
Agricultural Updates to the Provincial Planning Statement, January 28, 2025 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Register Now!
Past Webinars
Visit the Google Drive to view content from past webinars.
- Recognizing Agriculture and Food Excellence and Innovation in Your Community
- Filling Gaps in the Agri-Food Supply Chain
- Impactful Agriculture Economic Development Activities and Projects
- The Data Influence: Growing Regional Ag and Food Economies
- Permitted Uses in Prime Agricultural Areas
- Accessing Capital For Agricultural Businesses
- Supporting the Growth of Women & Youth in the Agri-Food Sector
- …and many more!
Local and Regional Snapshots
OFA has developed statistical snapshots for Ontario’s Census Divisions and Census Agricultural Areas, as of 2024. View and download the resources here.