Pierre Lemieux, parliamentary secretary to Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz, recently announced a…
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Experts: Cases of “equine strangles” in Waterloo, Wellington not cause for alarm
The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food (OMAF) has confirmed 10 cases of "equine strangles" in…
Beef Farmers of Ontario announces new president at annual meeting
Over 400 beef farmers and industry representatives from across Ontario gathered in Toronto last…
OMAF and MRA Report
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food (OMAF) and the…
“Agricultural incubator” considered
With an "incubator" for creative business already formed, officials here are looking at the idea of…
Woodrill Ltd. and McCluredale Farms announce another grain marketing option
Woodrill Ltd. and McCluredale Farms recently announced another grain marketing option for grain…
Let”s Talk About It! encourages farmers to engage in conversations
This March, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) and the Canadian Federation of…
Sunrise looking for volunteers
There are many ways volunteers can be involved in the riding program at the Sunrise Therapeutic…
Maple syrup producers wait for sap to flow
It seems over 400 maple syrup producers in the Waterloo-Wellington area will have to wait a little…
OMAF and MRA Report
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food (OMAF) and the…
Elora Farmers” Market is “going to the dogs”
On March 8, the Elora Farmers' Market will welcome the Diamonds in the Ruff Sports Club for Dogs in…
Educating children about farm safety
Farmers would probably do just about anything to keep kids safe on the…
Staying safe when visiting a farm
The nursery rhyme does not state, "Old MacDonald had a farm and on this farm there was a bunch of…
Farm and Home Safety Association to host annual Agriculture Safety Day on April 19
Farm safety isn't just for adults, it's an important educational topic from which people of all…
Ever thought about joining a 4-H Club?
Why not try it for a year and gain the experience and knowledge offered? The 1st Erin Beef Calf…