In 2024, OFA will be awarding five post-secondary bursaries: Three – $2,000 bursaries to students in an undergraduate program. One – $2,000 bursary to a person completing an apprenticeship. One – $2,000…
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OFA presents to Standing Committee on Bill 171 – Enhancing Professional Care for Animals Act
On April 22, 2024, OFA’s President Drew Spoelstra spoke in support of Bill 171, Enhancing Professional Care for Animals Act, to the Standing Committee on the Interior. OFA applauded the Ontario government…
Results released from 2023 Farmland Value and Rental Value survey
The 2023 Farmland Value and Rental Value Survey summary of findings, conducted by the University of Guelph’s Ontario Agricultural College, has been released. The report presents insights gathered from 1,116 respondents in…
Timing matters: why you should avoid winter manure spreading
As climate change and water quality concerns strengthen, there is increased public, government and media focus on the phosphorus levels in Ontario’s lakes and water courses. There are many urban and rural…
Unveiling the highlights: OFA and emerging leaders attend Canadian Federation of Agriculture’s (CFA) 2024 AGM
This week, OFA had the pleasure to invite five young agriculture leaders along with our OFA Directors and staff to attend the 2024 Canadian Federation of Agriculture (CFA) Annual General Meeting in…
Strengthening financial support for Ontario farmers: the urgent need to make APP changes permanent
Photo: Screencap via twitter.com/@CFAFCA In a significant move to support Canadian farmers facing financial challenges, the federal government temporarily increased the interest-free limit of the Advanced Payments Program (APP) from $100,000 to…
OFA congratulates Ontario agricultural leaders and their contributions
Every year, the Agricultural Hall of Fame Association (OAHF) carefully selects industry pioneers from across the province who have made significant contributions to Ontario agriculture, honouring them with induction into the OAHF.…
Take pride on Canada’s Agriculture Day
On this year’s Canada’s Agriculture Day, Tuesday February 13, let’s take pride in the sector that aids in sustaining our nation. It’s a day dedicated to recognizing the hard work and dedication…
OFA President brings Ontario’s farm voice to Ottawa
It was an honour to attend the swearing in ceremony and reception of Senator Mary Robinson held in Ottawa this week, alongside family and friends from PEI and across Canada. Senator Robinson…
OFA presents priorities at 2024 provinical budget consultations
OFA President Drew Spoelstra (pictured), on behalf of the organization, was pleased to have the opportunity to share the voice of Ontario’s agriculture sector at a panel at the 2024 Provincial Budget…