Andrew Graham is this year’s recipient of the L.B. Thomson Award, an award that recognizes the from the significant contributions of individuals and organizations in keeping Canada’s soil healthy. As Executive Director of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA), Graham has led the delivery of many education and stewardship programs that have helped […] Read more
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National soil award presented to OSCIA’s Andrew Graham
LRIC names Early Career Research Award recipient
Winner’s research aims to tackle key disease problem in sheep and goat production
A University of Guelph researcher who will focus her research on one of the most important pathogens in small ruminant livestock is the winner of this year’s Early Career Research Award from the Livestock Research Innovation Corporation (LRIC). Dr. Emma Borkowski received her award at LRIC’s annual symposium on June 1. She will receive $70,000 […] Read more
Jean Sullivan receives Food & Farming Champion Award
Jean Sullivan is the recipient of the 2023 Farm & Food Care Champion Award. She was presented with the award at Farm & Food Care Ontario’s (FFCO) annual conference in Elora, Ont. April 13. The award has been presented annually by FFCO since 1999 in recognition of an individual or group’s significant commitment to public […] Read more
Brian Gilroy receives Industry Award of Merit
Former OFVGA chair honoured for contributions to fruit and vegetable industry
Brian Gilroy is the 2023 recipient of the OFVGA’s Industry Award of Merit. He received the award at the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association’s annual industry banquet in Niagara Falls Feb. 21. An apple grower from the Meaford area, Gilroy has been involved with the OFVGA board in various capacities since 1990 and was […] Read more
Eleven inductees to be inducted into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame
The Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame (OAHF) will induct 11 individuals who have made significant impacts on Ontario agriculture and beyond in 2023. Their influences range from agronomy and crop consulting, soil health and water quality advancements, pesticide and crop research, the development of farm shows and farm co-operatives and leadership in the sectors of […] Read more
Chatham-Kent gives awards to agricultural entrepreneurs, allies
Chamber of Commerce and hall of fame awards announced
A group of agricultural leaders and entrepreneurs in Chatham-Kent have been recognized by the municipality’s Chamber of Commerce for their contributions to the area’s business community. The county’s Rural Urban Awards, bestowed Nov. 23, were received by local farmer Dennis DeBot and Ken McEwan from the University of Guelph, Ridgetown for Agricultural Innovator of the […] Read more
Ontario dairy producers, industry leaders recognized
The Dairy Farmers of Ontario’s (DFO) board recognized producer commitment to high-quality milk production and industry leadership at its inaugural DFO Recognition Dinner Jan. 18. Five Ontario dairy producers with the best quality scores were recognized for their outstanding commitment to quality, and the first-ever DFO Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Glen McNeil (Heather Holme Holsteins, Goderich). The […] Read more
Beef Farmers of Ontario wins Paul Mistele Memorial Award
Annual award recognizes commitment to ending hunger in Ontario
Farm and Food Care Ontario’s Harvest Gala had a capacity crowd of farmers and agribusiness leaders from across the province to celebrate agricultural excellence in Guelph Nov. 18. As part of the agenda, Feed Ontario, the province’s largest collective of hunger relief organizations, presented the 2022 Paul Mistele Memorial Award to Beef Farmers of Ontario. […] Read more
Recognizing a worthwhile gift
Rev. Ruth Butt receives a delayed Order of Ontario Agricultural College for her support for soil research
Among the many special events featured during Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show was a special award bestowed upon an incomparable individual. Reverend Ruth Butt, a United Church minister and former neighbour of the farm show site now known as Discovery Farm Woodstock, was presented with the Member of the Order of Ontario Agricultural College award Sept. […] Read more
Market bakery business owners crowned Ontario’s Outstanding Young Farmers
Focus on serving local markets and diversity of products is cornerstone of OYF nominees
The rich sandy soil of Norfolk County is home to Ontario’s 2022 Outstanding Young Farmers. Wholesome Pickins’ Market and Bakery owners David and Jennifer VanDeVelde of Delhi were announced as Ontario’s 2022 Outstanding Young Farmers Sept. 13. The VanDeVeldes, and fellow nominees Rick and Kevin Howe of Elgin County, made presentations to the judges during […] Read more
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