The momentum for Guelph and Wellington County’s local food co-op is taking another step…
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Horticultural groups winning photos shown Feb. 16
Guelph township Horticultural Society begins its year with results of the photographic…
Norwell Dairy bylaw approved
It appears Norwell Dairy can now proceed with plans to relocate and expand its facility. Last…
Local 4-H member travels to U.S. capital
Do you want to meet five awesome people from every state in the U.S.? How about 10 kids from Puerto…
2010 Plowing Match coming to Erin
It appears this year’s Wellington County Plowing Match will be held in Erin. Last week Town…
Province spends $300,000 to strengthen dairy program
Dairy farmers and veterinarians are receiving support from the province of Ontario to prevent the…
First AGM for Minto Farmers Market
Minto Farmers’ Market Association is planning to celebrate a successful first season at its…
AgriMarketing receives $1.2-million
The Government of Canada is investing $1.22-million to increase sales of Canadian dairy genetics in…
4-H Pizza Club holds meeting
The 4-H Pizza Club recently held its second meeting at Cathy?Dobben’s house. Members learned…
Coyotes strike again near Conn
For the second time in as many months, a Conn area farmer has made dead livestock claim. Earlier…
Size does not matter when determining worth of farmers
A commentary from the National Farmers Union Recently on CKNX Radio’s call in show hosted by…
Plans underway for heifer sale
Plans are underway for the 29th annual Ontario Mennonite Relief Sale Inc.’s heifer sale at…
Farm groups laud government fee hike
The Ontario Federation of Agriculture and the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario…
OMAFRA Report
A weekly press release prepared by the staff of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural…
Commentary: OFA seeking best means to safely handle deadstock
It’s something every livestock producer knows – if you have live stock on your…