A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food (OMAF) and the…
Rural
Stay safe when working with huge bales
You see them dotting the rural landscape in freshly cut, satisfying rows throughout the summer and…
Riders recognized
Eight-year-old Fergus riders Hannah Svensson, left, and Maisie Mead, right, proudly displayed their…
Protocols to deal with infectious equine diseases
To the surprise of many in the Canadian equine world there is no pre-established nation-wide…
Mounted Games
Sara Chauvin passes a baton to partner Jared Williams during one of two recent Mounted Games Across…
New course offered in equine genetics
Equine Guelph will be offering a 12-week course, Equine Genetics beginning Sept.…
Fjord horse fundraiser, antique farm equipment show to aid Foodgrains Bank
Partially hidden from view in rural West Grey is one of the largest private antique tractor and…
Foreign-exchange student learns the ropes at local Gypsy Vanner horse farm
For two months this summer, Kathy and Dennis Mutti of Wellington County Gypsy Vanner Horses are…
Province states commitment to sustainable horse racing industry
The provincial government is extending its support of the Horse Improvement Program into 2015 to…
Equine Behaviour and Safety course saves beloved senior horse
Fortuitous timing was unmistakable as Gayda Errett of Balderton realized the value her recent…
The little iron horse: Canada”s national treasure
When people think of Canada's national animal, they think of the beaver. Few seem to know the other…
Queen of the Furrow contestants wanted
The Wellington County Plowmen's Association is in search of enthusiastic young women who are…
4-H Vet Club learns about animals
The West Luther 4-H Vet Club held two meetings…
Garlic growers celebrate harvest garlic festivals
Garlic lovers, foodies, gardeners, and chefs will have a chance to taste the superior quality of…
Equine Guelph offers owners free assessment of horse”s colic risk
After declaring 2013 the "Year of Colic Prevention," Equine Guelph has announced the release of its…