An annual highlight for federations across the province is attending OFA’s Annual General Meeting. The meeting hosts delegates from all corners of agriculture and sets the stage to debate important issues. Additionally,…
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Energy and fertilizer outlook report for 2022-23 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 2022-2023 market prices,…
2022 OFA AGM final day recap
This morning delegates actively engaged and discussed resolutions that were brought forward by local federations from across Ontario. There were 27 resolutions brought forward to the annual meeting, with 25 discussed and…
OFA AGM 2022 update
What an incredible 2nd day at the 2022 OFA AGM! We had many productive conversations, questions, workshops, a great locally sourced lunch and are gearing up for our Harvest Celebration this evening.…
OFA presents to Ontario’s Standing Committee on Bill 23
On Wednesday, November 16, OFA President Peggy Brekveld presented to the Standing Committee on Heritage, Infrastructure and Cultural Policy regarding the impacts of Bill 23 on farmland. The message that was delivered…
It’s back! Download the AGM 2022 event app now
The official mobile app for OFA’s 2022 Annual General Meeting is now available for download. Download the app by searching “OFA 2022” in your app store. Using this app, you can access…
OFA announces Director-at-Large nomination results
Following the conclusion of the nomination period for the Director-at-Large position that was scheduled to be up for election at the 2022 Annual General Meeting, we are pleased to announce that we…
OFA speaks in favour of Bill C-234 at Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food
Last week, OFA President Peggy Brekveld travelled to Ottawa to meet with federal elected officials and to address members of the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food and industry stakeholders regarding…
OFA presents to Agriculture and Agri-Food Committee on global food security
Watch and listen to Peggy Brekveld, OFA President address federal leaders earlier this week in a presentation to the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food regarding Canada’s role in global food…
Ontario government announces financial support for agri-food workplace protection
To help farmers and other agri‐food businesses guard against the spread of COVID‐19 in the workplace and protect employee health and safety, Ontario is continuing to provide financial assistance through the Enhanced…