Opponents of genetically-modified (GM) alfalfa took their message directly to the Monsanto office…
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Thatcher Farms owners named 2013 Ontario”s Outstanding Young Farmers
Dana and Adam Thatcher are young farmers with big dreams, and last month, their hard work was…
Governments announce Growing Forward 2
The federal and provincial governments are working to help Ontario's agri-food industry grow…
Grand River Raceway GM nominated for 2013 Hall of Fame election
The Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame recently announced its nominees for the 2013 election…
Roundtable provides input on agriculture policy
Area Conservative MPPs got some feedback on their party's proposed agricultural policies at a…
Tree Talk focuses on pests and diseases
NeighbourWoods on the Grand will be hosting its next Tree Talk on April 8 with guest speaker Alex…
Horticultural society holds March meeting
The Maryborough Horticultural Society welcomed Julie Baumlisberger to its meeting on March 26.…
OMAF and MRA Report
A weekly report prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food (OMAF) and the…
Hands-on experience
The Grand River Agricultural Society hosted Pizza Perfect at the Grand River Raceway on March 26,…
Wellington 4-H hosts barbecue
The Wellington County 4-H club will host its annual beef barbecue on April 6 at the Alma Community…
Students host tractor tailgate event for friend
The parking lot at Centre Wellington District High School (CWDHS) looked like a tractor lot last…
Junior Farmers plan food bank fundraiser
The Wellington Junior Farmers are hosting their sixth annual spaghetti dinner on April…
Alma WI plans support for fall fairs in the area
The Alma WI held their regular meeting March 21 at the Alma Hall with 10 ladies present. Members…
Replica tractor a popular feature of annual Drayton Farm Show
While there's always plenty to see and do at the Drayton Farm Show, a highlight of the event for…
Show proceeds help club with work in community
Every year thousands flock to the Drayton Farm Show at the PMD Arena. Attending the show, which is…