Ryan Koeslag of Koeslag Consulting Inc. has been named the new Executive Director of the Ontario Canola Growers Association (OCGA). He replaces Carrie James, who retired last month after serving as OCGA executive director for more than 17 years. Koeslag Consulting Inc. (KCI) will manage the organization from Harriston, Ont. KCI manages several non-profit farm […] Read more
OCGA names new executive director
Syngenta Canada Inc. forms seed and crop protection business units
Syngenta Canada Inc. is creating Seed and Crop Protection business units, effective June 1, 2021. Syngenta Canada Inc. will remain as one legal entity, operating as a Canadian team. “As a customer-focused organization, we regularly review our operations to ensure we are positioned for growth and evolving to meet the needs of the customer and […] Read more
Raven Industries acquired by CNH
Agriculture technology company has been focusing on autonomy
CNH Industrial is acquiring Raven Industries and its growing number of autonomous agriculture technologies. The two companies have worked together for years. “Precision agriculture and autonomy are critical components of our strategy to help our agricultural customers reach the next level of productivity and to unlock the true potential of their operations,” said Scott Wine, […] Read more
GFO launches new video series to help build knowledge of grain farming
Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO) has launched a new video series to help researchers, post-secondary educators, policy makers and students gain better foundational knowledge of grain farming in Ontario. The Ontario Grain Farming 101 video series covers a wide range of topics including farm business management, the technology used by farmers, the sustainability initiatives that […] Read more
New foliar fungicide controls major crop diseases
Bayer recently announced that Delaro Complete has been registered for use in Eastern Canada on corn, soybeans and cereals. The new foliar fungicide controls major corn, soybean and cereals diseases. Eric Comte, soybean and pulse crop and campaign marketing manager for Bayer said in a news release that Delaro Complete adds to the performance of […] Read more
ARMMI to wind down operations
The Agriculture Response Materials Management Inc. (ARMMI) organization has ceased operations and will distribute the remaining stockpile among the four founding poultry boards. Incorporated as a not-for-profit in 2008, ARMMI was created out of a response to the SARS outbreak in 2003-2004 that created a shortage of quality biosecurity supplies that affected the livestock industry. Its […] Read more
Soil road trip app ready for July 1
Farmers will be able to explore fields across Ontario this summer thanks to a new, free app that will allow them to view cover crops, min-till, amendments, and innovation for soil health. The free Ontario Soil Road Trip app will be launched and available for iOS and Android in time for the July long weekend. […] Read more
AALP deadline extended to June 30
The Rural Ontario Institute (ROI) has decided to extend recruitment for the Advanced Agricultural Leadership Program (AALP) Class 19 until June 30th 2021. The selected participants will start their start their curriculum with the first seminar in November 2021. During the 18-month executive program, 30 individuals will embark on a personal leadership journey to realize […] Read more
Fallis promoted to VP of Canarm ag business
Canarm recently announced the promotion of Paul Fallis to vice-president of its Canadian Ag Business unit. Fallis’s long history of leadership with Canarm AgSystems, combined with his market knowledge and focus on customer service make him the perfect choice for this role, said Jim Cooper, company president and chief operating officer in a news release. […] Read more
EastGen announces virtual event for beef and dairy youth
EastGen has created the EastGen Youth Ag-Stravaganza for beef and dairy youth in Ontario and the Maritimes. The event replaces the four traditional youth events EastGen normally has each summer that cannot be safely held this year due to COVID-19 restrictions. The virtual event for beef and dairy 4-Hers is slated to be held July […] Read more
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