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Ontario farmers appreciate risk management program funding increase
Ontario farmers are expressing their support for today’s announcement that the provincial government is expanding risk management funding for farmers.
Pick Home Grown Ontario — even in cold winter months
It is typically right about now when those New Year’s resolutions about living a healthier lifestyle start to fall by the wayside.
Ontario Federation of Agriculture welcomes funding for Cultivating Local project
Funding from the provincial government is supporting a new project dedicated to growing the province’s agri-food sector by helping farmers seize local selling opportunities.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Standing tall amid the twinkling lights, shiny garland and boughs of holly is the Christmas tree. The iconic centrepiece of holiday decorating, the tree is deeply rooted in the Christmas celebration. When that tree is a traditional, fresh-cut evergreen, there is an added element of authenticity to the experience.
Ontario Federation of Agriculture President Drew Spoelstra re-elected
Drew Spoelstra, a dairy and crop farmer from Binbrook in the southeast corner of the city of Hamilton, was re-elected to a second one-year term as president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) today.
OFA recognizes five young agricultural leaders at annual convention
Five young people pursuing careers in agriculture have each won a bursary of $2,000 from the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). The undergraduate, postgraduate and apprenticeship awards were presented at the OFA’s Annual General Meeting in Toronto earlier today.
Ontario farmers to gather for annual policy convention
Farmers from across Ontario will be meeting in Toronto next week for policy discussions, networking and updates on key issues impacting food and farming in the province.
Thankful for Ontario’s Harvest
It’s fall harvest season in Ontario and Thanksgiving is fast approaching. This makes it an ideal time to load your table with food, drinks and flowers from local Ontario farms.
OFA statement on capital gains and the Canadian Entrepreneurs’ Incentive
GUELPH, ON [August 15, 2024] – Over the last three months, the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has advocated for changes to the Canadian Entrepreneurs’ Incentive that reflect the unique realities of Ontario farmers and their families.