During the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is closely monitoring updates and recommendations from government and public health officials.

OFA staff are working from home offices and will be available during regular business hours (Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) to serve members at 1-800-668-3276. Visit the OFA staff directory or a listing of all Member Service Representatives (MSR) for contact information.

We have compiled key information on this webpage to assist the agri-food sector during the COVID-19 pandemic.

OFA ToolkitLearn more about Crisis Management Tools

Crisis Management Tools

This Farm Life toolkit provides a crisis tip sheet and tools for contingency planning. Learn more about COVID-19: Help for Businesses in Ontario

COVID-19: Help for Businesses in Ontario

This Ontario government webpage provides information about government programs and supports during COVID-19.Learn more about Pesticides Training and Certification

Pesticides Training and Certification

This Ontario government webpage provides information regarding pesticide certification during COVID-19.

Learn more about AgriHR Toolkit

AgriHR Toolkit

This Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council toolkit provides employers with HR templates and resources, available free to OFA members using code: OFA-TOOLKIT at checkout.Learn more about Tips for farmers when hiring Temporary Help Agencies

Tips for farmers when hiring Temporary Help Agencies

This Ontario government resource provides tips for seeking out a Temporary Help Agency to protect your workforce, farm and future.

OFA ResourceLearn more about Managing Stress During COVID-19

Managing Stress During COVID-19

This OFA webpage provides resources to support mental health during COVID-19.OFA ResourceLearn more about 8 Domains of Well-Being...COVID-19 Style

8 Domains of Well-Being...COVID-19 Style

This OFA resource, provided by Dr. Andrea Jones-Bitton, was designed to help stimulate ideas for well-being during COVID-19.