In response to questions put forward by OFA and others, the CRA recently issued additional guidance about which properties are exempt from the filing a UHT return. There is a section of…
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Energy and fertilizer outlook report for 2023 now available
Twice per year, Farms.com Risk Management Inc. offers OFA members exclusive access to energy and fertilizer outlook reports for 60 days. This report provides OFA members with insights on 2023 market prices,…
OFA Research Day 2023
OFA is thrilled with the success of our third annual Research Day (virtual event) on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. The event educated members and stakeholders on some of the projects, initiatives and…
Complete OFA’s latest survey on building relationships
In 2020, more than 700 OFA members responded to a survey asking what is important to farmers when they’re building business relationships with service providers. As a result, the Ontario Federation of…
Save the date: OFA and BDO Canada hosting webinar on Underused Housing Tax
OFA, along with representatives from BDO Canada LLP, will be working together to host an upcoming webinar for Ontario farmers on the federal Underused Housing Tax (UHT). The webinar, which will take…
OFA Today 2023 highlights advocacy, community and achievements
The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is proud to release share the 2023 edition of OFA Today. Our annual publication offers the organization an opportunity to share a snapshot of our communications…
OFA Statement: Update on return of fertilizer tariffs paid by Ontario farmers
In 2022, the Canadian government-imposed tariffs on fertilizer sourced from Russia in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This has placed added financial burden on farmers who are already facing record high…
Déclaration de la FAO: Mise au point concernant le remboursement des tarifs douaniers sur les engrais perçus auprès des agriculteurs de l’Ontario
En 2022, le gouvernement canadien a imposé des tarifs douaniers sur les importations d’engrais russes en réponse à l’invasion de l’Ukraine par la Russie. Cette mesure a imposé un fardeau financier supplémentaire…
OFA Financial Literacy and Succession Planning Road Show
The OFA Financial Literacy & Succession Planning Road Show, presented by Farm Life Financial, will provide education on financial strategies for farms and farmers, as well as succession planning tools to keep…
OMAFRA Webinar: Security from Trespass and Protecting Food Safety Act
Trespassing on farms or other agri-food premises where farm animals are located, and interfering with livestock transportation poses risks to biosecurity and the security of our food supply. The Security from Trespass and Protecting…