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Show Date: September 9 - 11, 2025 from 8:30AM - 5PM

Location: Woodstock, Ontario

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By Scott Garvey
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January 28, 2025
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5 min read

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…

By Robin Booker
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November 27, 2024
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2 min read

Outdoor farm show documentary launches

I’ve done many interviews since I was hired at the Western Producer 12 years ago but this summer I experienced…

By Scott Garvey
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November 25, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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November 1, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 24, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 24, 2024
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3 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 24, 2024
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4 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 17, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 17, 2024
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3 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 15, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Greg Berg
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October 11, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 11, 2024
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4 min read

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,…

By Scott Garvey
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October 10, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Greg Berg
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October 8, 2024
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1 min read

'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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 4, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Greg Berg
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October 2, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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October 1, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Diana Martin
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October 1, 2024
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4 min read

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…

By Greg Berg
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September 26, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Diana Martin
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September 26, 2024
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2 min read

Effective lamb market management assessment increases efficiency

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

By Greg Berg
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September 25, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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September 23, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Jonah Grignon
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September 23, 2024
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1 min read

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.

By John Greig
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September 23, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By Jonah Grignon
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September 23, 2024
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3 min read

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

By Stew Slater
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September 20, 2024
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4 min read

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…

By Gord Gilmour
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September 20, 2024
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1 min read

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
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September 18, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Greg Berg
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September 18, 2024
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2 min read

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.

By AgDealer
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September 17, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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September 17, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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September 16, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Stew Slater
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September 13, 2024
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2 min read

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,…

By Diana Martin
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September 13, 2024
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1 min read

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.

By John Greig
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September 13, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Jonah Grignon
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September 13, 2024
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2 min read

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.

By Jonah Grignon
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September 13, 2024
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4 min read

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
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September 13, 2024
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4 min read

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 John Greig
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September 12, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Greg Berg
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September 12, 2024
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1 min read

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.…

By Scott Garvey
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September 12, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Stew Slater
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September 12, 2024
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2 min read

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.

By Stew Slater
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September 12, 2024
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2 min read

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
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September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By John Greig
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September 11, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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?…

By Greg Berg
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September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Diana Martin
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September 11, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By Jonah Grignon
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September 11, 2024
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2 min read

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.

By Gord Gilmour
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September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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.

By Stew Slater
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September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Gord Gilmour
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September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Gord Gilmour
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September 11, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By John Greig
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September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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…

September 11, 2024
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1 min read

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.…

By Diana Martin
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September 10, 2024
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1 min read

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.

By Jonah Grignon
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September 10, 2024
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3 min read

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.

By Greg Berg
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September 10, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By John Greig
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September 10, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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September 10, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Gord Gilmour
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September 10, 2024
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2 min read

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.

By Jonah Grignon
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September 9, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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September 6, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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September 6, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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September 5, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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September 4, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By John Greig
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September 4, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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August 30, 2024
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1 min read

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 AgDealer
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August 30, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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August 30, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By Linda Brett
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August 30, 2024
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4 min read

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.

By John Greig
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August 29, 2024
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3 min read

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.

By John Greig
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August 26, 2024
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3 min read

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.

By AgDealer
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August 25, 2024
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1 min read

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,…

By AgDealer
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August 22, 2024
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1 min read

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.…

By AgDealer
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August 21, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Canada's Outdoor Farm Show News
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August 20, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Canada's Outdoor Farm Show News
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August 20, 2024
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1 min read

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
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August 19, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By Stew Slater
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August 19, 2024
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4 min read

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
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1 min read

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…

By Canada's Outdoor Farm Show News
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August 16, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By John Greig
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August 16, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By AgDealer
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August 16, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Scott Garvey
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August 15, 2024
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2 min read

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…

By Canada's Outdoor Farm Show News
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August 15, 2024
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2 min read

Learn about new research in the field during tour

Industry partners conduct small- and large-plot demonstration research at Discovery Farm Woodstock, Ont. to test practical applications, farming methods, technologies…

By AgDealer
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August 15, 2024
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1 min read

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…

By Canada's Outdoor Farm Show News
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August 14, 2024
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1 min read

Leading advancements in dairy production

Get ready to be inspired by all the new developments happening in the dairy industry and highlighted at the Dairy…

By Diana Martin
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August 13, 2024
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3 min read

FarmDroid provides scalable horticultural seeding and weeding

The FarmDroid will be demonstated at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024

By Canada's Outdoor Farm Show News
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August 12, 2024
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1 min read

Local connections thrive at farm show

Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show is teaming up with Rural Oxford Economic Development Corporation to launch the first-ever Discover Rural Oxford…

By AgDealer
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August 5, 2024
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3 min read

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show 2024 - Equipment Demonstrations

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show Equipment Demonstrations offer farmers a hands-on opportunity to see the latest machinery in action, right in…

By AgDealer
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July 12, 2024
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1 min read

Weidemann T4512 Telehandler

The Weidemann T4512 Telehandler is designed for a variety of agriculture and construction jobs. The T4512 includes a 45 HP…

By AgDealer
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June 28, 2024
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1 min read

DJI Agras T50 Drone

The DJI Agras T50 is a drone designed to optimize precision farming through advanced spraying and spreading capabilities. The T50…

By Scott Garvey
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March 11, 2024
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3 min read

Ag shows boost focus on farm robotics

Although we’re barely on the eve of widespread adoption of full autonomy in farm machinery, it is slowly becoming mainstream…

By Farmtario Staff
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February 6, 2024
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1 min read

Ag Leader steers equipment operators on the right 'Path'

If you've ever found yourself a bit busy preparing for a turn in your field when you've reached the end…

By Farmtario Staff
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February 6, 2024
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1 min read

Moving grain at the speed of air

Depending on the condition of your equipment, the mechanical nature of a traditional grain auger can damage grain as it…

By Farmtario Staff
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February 6, 2024
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1 min read

Samasz mowers on the 'cutting edge'

This past summer, Samasz had both a front and rear mower for the forage cutting demonstration at Canada's Outdoor Farm…