Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025: Missed the highlights? Find them here!

Strong engagement from farmers and politicians at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025

A recap of Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025, from Show Director Rob O’Connor

September 19, 2025

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What tech makes your combine tick during harvest season?

Greg Berg with Glacier FarmMedia speaks with product specialists with Case IH, New Holland and John Deere about harvest technology…

September 18, 2025

Nitrogen micro-dosing robots evolving quickly

Upside Robotics now has 20 robots working Ontario fields, reducing nitrogen and maintaining yield.

By Lora Bender

September 17, 2025

VIDEO: EastGen unveils refreshed brand identity at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025

EastGen revealed a new brand identity at customer appreciation lunch at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show.

Handling system familiarization lowers animal stress

At Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, sheep specialist Delma Kennedy stressed familiarization, good facility design, and calm handling to improve flock…

Rotational grazing helps farmers stretch feed in a dry year

Rotational grazing can extend the grazing season and improve soil health. Gallagher’s James Clark explained how to plan, manage water,…

New Jaylor mixer series sees numerous ease-of-use and reliability upgrades

Jaylor’s new 6000 series total mixed ration mixer brings multiple changes to the company’s lineup, but maintains its time-tested square-cut…

Quiet equipment makes noise at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Sometimes you need the power of mechanization, but without some of the side effects like noise and carbon monoxide. That’s…

September 12, 2025

Wrap up: What are the big industry trends heard at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show?

Senior Editor John Greig talks about some of the larger industry trends heard around Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025.

National support boosts ALUS Middlesex’s presence at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

With a new CEO and a vision of “getting more acres of nature in the ground,” ALUS Canada boosted its…

OMAFA pit shows ins and outs of perennial crops

OMAFA displayed the benefits of perennial crops in a pit at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025.

Dekalb’s blast from the past

Bayer celebrated the brand’s greatest seed hits at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Versatile brings updated Fury line of high-speed discs to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Versatile has added four new widths to its Fury line of high-speed discs. The company’s latest model was on display…

COFS attendees explore agricultural research off the beaten path

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Off The Beaten Path tour gives farmers the chance to learn about the latest crop research

Ag tech success potential improved with farmer connections

Ag tech company success is more likely when they connect with farmers to pilot test their potential products.

AgTech Breakfast connects farmers with startups at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

AgTech Breakfast connects innovators with farmers at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025.

Spornado wins Innovation in Agriculture Award for fungal spore detection technology

Spornado, a horn-shaped air sampler empowers farmers by detecting fungal spores before symptoms arise, enabling proactive disease management across a…

By Kristy Nudds

Made-in-Ontario calcium bolus wins livestock award

Product is the first and only calcium bolus designed and manufactured in Ontario specifically to support calcium levels in fresh…

Political leaders find common ground at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025

Trevor Jones and Russell Redding discussed agriculture, trade, at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Seed sector responds to summer drought conditions across Ontario

Drought conditions across Ontario have prompted seed companies to step up research to develop more drought resisant crops, however time…

Farmtario Markets Desk to give Ontario growers unique insights

Farmtario is launching a bi-weekly markets desk newsletter.

Tariffs and trade top industry challenges at Grain Farmers of Ontario annual meeting

Ontario grain farmers continue to face financial risks due to high input costs and low commodity prices, Grain Farmers of…

Innovation Award winner LaSalle Agri offers a more sustainable fertilizer

AgroBoost fertilizer is an all-in-one fertilizer which uses by-products from cities to make fertilizers approved by the Canadian Food Inspection…

Improving calf health, fighting pesticide resistance highlighted at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

New strides in agricultural innovation including improving calf health, fighting pesticide resistance were the featured topic at the University of…

Electric tractor wins innovation award at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Haggerty AgRobotics won an equipment innovation award at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025 near Woodstock.

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show starts 2025 run with a bang

Perfect weather drew large crowd on first day of Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025

Kawasaki makes the case for side-by-sides at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Kawasaki may not be associated with farm equipment, but Marketing Manager Jacob Black says the company is working to form…

Lactanet dairy transition index wins innovation award

Lactanet’s new Transition Management Index creates one metric that allows dairy farmers to compare the quality of the transition from…

Keep corn rootworm off balance

Bayer Crop Science staff say corn production success for Ontario growers includes rotation out of corn, and rotating modes of…

Innovators honoured ahead of Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025

Canada’s Outdoor Farm show hosts an annual Innovations Awards program to recognize the best and brightest in agricultural equipment and…

From fields to farm show

After 36 years of farming the family operation in Oil Springs, Ont., Marcel and Laurie Lassaline continue to make the…

A lifetime of learning in agriculture

Michel Dignard, of Embrun, Ontario, has spent a lifetime rooted in agriculture. From his farm near Ottawa, the expert grower…

Ontario’s largest outdoor farm show is back and better than ever

As show director of Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, Rob O’Connor looks forward to stewarding this 32-year-old farm show each year.…

Hungry? Here’s what’s cooking at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025

Whether you’re craving something sweet, salty, hot or cold, the show offers food options for every taste and appetite.

Salford HALO VRT Disc

The Salford HALO VRT Disc is a variable-rate tillage tool built on a forward-folding, high-speed disc frame, ideal for a wide range of tasks,…

Väderstad Carrier XL 525 Disc Cultivator

The Väderstad Carrier XL 425-725 is a trailed disc cultivator, available in working widths between 4.25 to 7.25m and can…

September 5, 2025

What to see and tips for 2025’s Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

The Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025 site was changing every day in the week before the show with equipment, people…

By Kristy Nudds

September 5, 2025

We hope to see you at the Outdoor Farm Show

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show for 2025 runs Sept. 9 to 11 in Woodstock, Ontario.

September 4, 2025

Kubota CU3301 Tine Cultivator

The Kubota CU3301 is a high-performance rigid-frame tine cultivator designed for deep soil cultivation, residue mixing, and seedbed preparation. Part of the…

September 4, 2025

Kubota BV5160 SC14 Round Baler

The Kubota BV5160 SC14 Round Baler incorporates knowledge built up over many years in the baler business, with true multi-crop…

August 25, 2025

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show to feature agtech, international presence

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025 opens in September. Show director Rob O’Connnor explains what’s new and what’s returning.

August 22, 2025

KRONE VariPack V 165 XC Plus Round Baler

The KRONE VariPack V 165 XC Plus is a compact round baler designed for high-performance baling of dry materials such…

August 20, 2025

See the latest in agriculture tech at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Innovation programs have become a critical part of Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, showecasing up and coming technology for farmers.

August 20, 2025

Livestock demos feature the latest in handling and management

Livestock demonstrations feature the latest in handling and management at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2025.

August 15, 2025

LEMKEN Rubin 12 Compact Disc Harrow

The Lemken Rubin 12 is a primary tillage tool designed to handle the heaviest residue. It has two rows of…

August 15, 2025

KIOTI TL750 Compact Track Loader

The KIOTI TL750 Compact Track Loader combines power and versatility with a 73.6-horsepower diesel engine, a rated operating capacity of…

August 15, 2025

KIOTI SL750 Skid Steer Loader

The KIOTI SL750 Skid Steer Loader is a machine designed for heavy-duty applications across construction, agriculture, and landscaping. It features…

August 13, 2025

Track, Treat and Trace: iLivestock software comes to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Discover how iLivestock’s all-in-one farm management software — offered through Weber Farm Services — is helping Canadian cattle and sheep…

August 11, 2025

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Crop plots feature latest in seeds genetics and management

Crop plots feature latest in seeds genetics and several companies are also hosting demonstrations at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

July 25, 2025

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2025 - Equipment Demonstrations

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Equipment Demonstrations give farmers a unique opportunity to see the latest farm machinery in action, right…

January 28, 2025

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Would an autonomous tractor really fit your operation?

Tech startup company Sabanto displayed an M5 Kubota tractor equipped with its autonomy conversion kit at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show…

November 25, 2024

Autonomous irrigation system incorporates liquid fertilizer into the mix

The most unusual looking machine at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show this year had to be the autonomous irrigation system from…

November 1, 2024

Kioti updates features, horsepower in latest tractor lineup

The Kioti tractor brand had a new model to show visitors at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show this year. Here, Ron…

October 24, 2024

Checking out the new features on New Holland's CR10, CR11 combines

New Holland recently added two new completely redesigned models to its combine lineup, the CR10 and CR11. New Holland cash crop product specialist Paul…

October 24, 2024

Lemken Solitair DT blends tillage and seeding

Lemken’s Soilitair DT combination tillage and seeding implement is new to the North American market, and the brand has been…

October 24, 2024

Sabanto adds more compatible models

Tech start-up company Sabanto appeared on the agricultural scene not all that long ago with its autonomous conversion kit for…

October 17, 2024

New Holland's compact machines chock-full of features

https://youtu.be/D3Q5LnfVCTo New Holland Construction has added two new compact material handling machines to its equipment lineup. At Canada’s Outdoor Farm…

October 17, 2024

Robotic swarm makes it easier to fertilize row crops

A pint-sized robot is set to undergo wider field trials next year in Ontario corn crops.   At only 24…

October 15, 2024

Seeding, tillage combine with Lemken's Solitair DT

This year Lemken introduced its Solitair DT combination tillage and seed drill implement to the North American market. Here, senior…

October 11, 2024

New tool helps prevent spoilage in silage

It's always fun to see new products at the Canada's Outdoor Farm Show site, especially when their inventor is on-hand…

October 11, 2024

Fendt debuts its 600 Series

At Agritechnica in Germany last November, Agco unveiled its newest line of Fendt tractors, the 600 Series. For North America,…

October 10, 2024

Conversion kit makes conventional tractors autonomous

Sabanto, a tech company that offers an autonomy conversion package for a range of conventional ag tractors, showed their system…

October 8, 2024

'Made in Italy' aims to grow farm equipment presence in Canada

At Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show last month, a group representing Italian companies visited the Woodstock, Ontario farm site during the…

October 4, 2024

Several 'upsides' to this autonomous farm robot

Jana Tian, CEO and cofounder of a Waterloo-based technology startup company called Upside Robotics, talks about "Beethoven", the company's fully autonomous robot…

October 2, 2024

Tines level the playing field for Kubota's Power Harrow

One event that often sees great attendance at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show each year is the tillage demonstration. One of…

October 1, 2024

Weidemann telescopic booms 'go the distance' on its line of telehandlers

Weidemann displayed its line of material handling equipment at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show in Woodstock this year. Vincent Nicoletis, the…

October 1, 2024

Noreaster micro solar farm turns marginal land into electrifying potential

The Smart Energy Company's Noreaster micro solar farm took root at Discovery Farm Woodstock during Canada's Outdoor Farm Show, and…

September 26, 2024

Marcrest showcases tandem baling unit at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

At the baling demonstrations at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show earlier this month, Marcrest Manufacturing ran a tandem system for turning…

September 26, 2024

Effective lamb market management assessment increases efficiency

Greater sheep assessment knowledge can increase returns through simple management changes.

September 25, 2024

iLGi Aragon takes to the field at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

The tillage demonstrations are always a big draw at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, offering a first-hand look at how equipment…

Caterpillar introduces new compact track loaders

Caterpillar has introduced new compact track loaders to its lineup. One of them was on display at Canada's Outdoor Farm…

Moo to Do streamlines on-farm tasks for staff

The Moo to Do system is a staff scheduling module for dairy operations created by CATTLElytics.

VIDEO: Tool to manage ketosis wins Ontario company farm show innovation award

Giving cows a propylene drench to treat ketosis can be challenging and physically demanding for humans and risky for the…

AALP celebrates 40 years with alumni event at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024

The Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program celebrated 40 years at an alumni event at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024

September 20, 2024

TMRs offer benefits to sheep producers

Switching to TMR feeding is a major investment and a major change in mindset for many sheep farmers, but can…

September 20, 2024

VIDEO: Altoz Switch snares innovation award at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024

The Altoz Switch, and distributor G.C. Duke Equipment, snared the equipment innovation award at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show.

By Farmtario Staff

September 18, 2024

Arthur teacher wins AgScape educator award

Pam Woodhouse's love for agriculture is woven seamlessly through her Grade 3-4 class curriculum in Arthur, Ont. "As someone who…

September 18, 2024

VIDEO: Thunderstruck Ag Equipment receives innovation in agronomics award

Thunderstruck Ag Equipment received the innovation in agronomics award at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show for its TNT Cover Plates.

September 17, 2024

Fendt launches new 600 Series tractors at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

At Canada's Outdoor Farm Show, Agco's introduced the Fendt 600 Series, a new four-model line of tractors. Scott Garvey, Glacier FarmMedia's senior…

September 16, 2024

Fendt 600 Vario Series Tractors

The Fendt 600 Vario Series offers a new line of high-performance tractors, combining powerful engines, and precise technology to optimize…

Labour savings only the beginning with automated calf feeders

Labour savings are the main reason dairy and veal producers express interest in automated calf feeding systems. But once installed,…

Producers flock to see the Racewell HD4 Chute in action at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Te Pari's Racewell HD4 Chute technology streamlines workflow, improves efficiency and record keeping for sheep producers.

Equipment design for calmer cattle at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Controlling sightlines, incorporating rounded penning and keeping the animal stable on all four feet have driven design improvements in cattle…

OSCIA highlights strip till trials at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Strip till research trials were discussed at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024.

Students and employers prepare for changing agriculture landscape

Students, employers and educators explored diverse options in agricultural careers at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024 during the show's Career…

By Kristy Nudds

Students and employers prepare for changing agriculture landscape

Students, employers and educators explored diverse options in agricultural careers at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024 during the show's Career…

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show Day 3: Great weather and great conversations

Glacier FarmMedia's team's coverage on Day 3 of Canada's Outdoor Farm Show included crop tours, livestock handling and a look…

VIDEO: Kubota BV5160 baler at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

At Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, we spoke with Chris Ennis with Kubota about hay growing conditions in Ontario this year.…

VIDEO: Machinery highlights from Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - day 3

What piece of equipment did Glacier FarmMedia's Machinery Editor Scott Garvey not expect to see in Ontario, but did at…

Startup eyes leather waste for livestock proteins at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024

UMA Systems Inc. has a proprietary process for turning waste into protein supplements, and is looking for Canadian customers.

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024: TMR’s can save significant time and money

TMR mixer demo at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024 shows producers how significant labour and cost savings can result from…

By Farmtario Staff

VIDEO: In the headlines from Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - day 2

The great weather from this week continued on Day 2 of Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024. There are numerous events…

Ontario ag tech companies continue to grow

The number of agriculture and food startup companies continues to grow in Ontario, judging from new and established technology companies…

VIDEO: Machinery highlights from Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - day 2

What did our machinery editor Scott Garvey find interesting on the second day of Canada's Outdoor Farm Show in Woodstock?…

Italian contingent visits Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

A group of Italian delegates, representatives and business leaders gathered at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show as part of its Italy…

Critical Ground highlights the need for research during Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

The Senate's "Critical Ground" soil report makes 25 recommendations including designating soil as a national strategic resource, creating a national…

AALP Celebrates 40 years at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

The Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP) celebrated its 40th anniversary at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show in Woodstock Sept. 11, 2024.

Bayer launches VT4PRO at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Bayer CropScience is bringing a new weapon to the fight against corn rootworm and other yield-robbing insects, VT4PRO.

Corteva showcases new BMR silage varieties at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Corteva Agrisciences is showcasing its new Boltava brand of brown mid-rib silage corn hybrids at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show near…

Czech ag attache sees trade possibilities at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Filip Lames, agricultural attache to the embassy of the Czech Republic, also known as Czechia, was at the Canada's Outdoor…

Ontario producers encouraged to invest in on-farm storage at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Farmers shouldn't let lower grain prices dissuade them from building bins — if anything they could pay higher dividends in…

VIDEO: In the headlines from Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - day 1

Farmtario's Senior Editor John Greig talks about what he's been up to and seen on the first day of Canada's…

VIDEO: Machinery highlights from Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - day 1

Machinery editor Scott Garvey shares some of the machinery he saw on display during his first day at Canada's Outdoor…

What to see at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show kicked off Tuesday Sept. 12. with a celebration of agriculture. The show continues until Thursday Sept.…

VIDEO: Organic fertilizer made from calamari? I squid you not.

Squid Juice repurposes by-product waste from calamari processing and converts it into liquid organic fertilizer.

Agronomists give predictions at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Tar spot is present is nearly every Ontario corn field this season due to a wetter spring.

PREVIEW: Innovation winner at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

Thunderstruck Ag won an Innovation Award for its TNT cover plates, at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024. Find out what…

Rotational grazing tips from Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Managing any eventuality in rotational grazing starts with having a large area surrounding by a perimeter fence, giving flexibility and…

Degelman Pro-Till 14/17/20 NT Disc

The Degelman Pro-Till 14/17/20 NT (Narrow Transport) series disc offers the same toughness as other Pro-Till models, but with a…

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show kicks off 2024 event

The 2024 edition of Canada's Outdoor Farm Show (COFS) kicked off near Woodstock this morning, with a celebration of agriculture.

September 9, 2024

Innovators recognized ahead of Canada's Outdoor Farm Show

The Innovation in Agriculture Awards recognized recent innovations in Canadian agriculture equipment and technology Monday evening, before the kickoff of…

September 6, 2024

LEMKEN Solitair DT Seed Drill

The Solitair DT delivers seedbed preparation and precise seeding with a single high-speed pass with only one machine. The front…

September 6, 2024

LEMKEN Heliodor 9 Compact Disc

The Heliodor 9 Compact Disc is designed to level ruts, kill weeds, bury moderate amounts of crop residue, or create…

September 5, 2024

Merlo Turbofarmer 33.7 Telehandler

The Merlo Turbofarmer 33.7 is a compact telehandler designed for agricultural and construction applications. It features a lifting capacity of…

September 4, 2024

Tubeline TL360 Bale Wrapper

The Tubeline TL360 Bale Wrapper is a high speed bale-wrapping solution designed for round bale producers/farmers who need to preserve…

September 4, 2024

Trials and demos baked into Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Farmers will be able to test the equipment for themselves at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show which runs from Sept. 10…

August 30, 2024

iLGi Aragon MX-K32-400 Folding Disc Tiller

The ILGI Aragon MX-K32-400 Folding Disc Tiller is a versatile, 4-meter-wide tillage tool designed for efficient soil preparation and reduced…

By Linda Brett

August 30, 2024

10 must-know tips for planning your trip to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show takes place September 10 to 12, 2024 at Woodstock, Ontario.

August 29, 2024

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show gives livestock tech great exposure

Livestock technology doesn't get as much attention as crop technology and a Canadian hub with focus on livestock could help.

August 26, 2024

Make a stop at the plots at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show

Crop plots at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show give farmers the chance to compared hybrids and varieties side-by-side.

August 25, 2024

Agrifac Condor V Sprayer

The Agrifac Condor V Sprayer is a high-performance agricultural sprayer featuring a 288 HP Cummins engine, a 5,000-liter main tank,…

August 22, 2024

Vermeer S925TX Mini Skid Steer

The Vermeer S925TX Mini Skid Steer is a compact loader designed for a variety of landscaping, construction, and utility tasks.…

August 21, 2024

Marcrest 210 Square Baler

The Marcrest 210 Baler is a high-capacity square baler designed to integrate with the Bale Baron 5250, forming a seamless…

August 20, 2024

See the best equipment in the field at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024

Field demonstrations are a highlight of Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show, and this year is no exception. Live in-field demonstrations of…

August 20, 2024

Ride & Drives: evaluate equipment from the driver’s seat

There’s nothing like trying out a piece of equipment before you buy. That’s why Ride & Drives have become a…

By Farmtario Staff

August 19, 2024

Ontario’s largest outdoor farm show features hands-on experience

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show returns on September 10-12 with demonstrations that give farmers hands-on experiences to drive new equipment, see…

August 19, 2024

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show opens doors soon

The next version of Canada's Outdoor Farm Show runs Sept. 10 to 12, with a new manager in charge.

August 17, 2024

Special opportunity to get connected to careers in ag

This September, Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show brings an important opportunity for connecting job seekers with career opportunities in agriculture. “Canada’s…

August 16, 2024

See the latest autonomous equipment in action

Haggerty AgRobotics is back at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show on September 10-12, 2024, to demonstrate their lineup of autonomous equipment…

August 16, 2024

Spray drones just waiting to go

There have been few technologies in waiting with as much pent-up interest as agricultural drones. The unmanned flying machines started…

August 16, 2024

Salford I-2200 Vertical Tillage

The Salford I-2200 Vertical Tillage implement is built for efficient residue management and soil conditioning. It features independent blades and…

August 15, 2024

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show to include telehandler, skid steer and wheel loader ride and drives

Demonstrations and ride and drives are popular at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show, including telehandlers, skid steers and small wheel loaders…

August 15, 2024