A two-year investigation has led to charges against a Huron County farmer who had alleged that 45,000 chicks were stolen from his farm.
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Ontario farmer charged with fraud and mischief in theft case
Farm business cybersecurity an ongoing concern
Collaboration, standardization and investment needed to shore up agri-food cybersecurity infrastructure
Cybersecurity is a best practice in farm business risk management, but requires collaborative support to be successful and accessible. “(Our food system) is a critical infrastructure at the intersection of […] Read more
Series of field fires suggest possible arson
Merlin-area farmer Blake Vince has experienced three fires in the same area since April
The first fire of 2023 happened in mid-April. The second and third occurred over the Victoria Day and Canada Day long weekends. Merlin-area grain farmer Blake Vince first thought it […] Read more
Farm theft still a threat in rural areas
Basic precautions the best safeguard against theft
Pretty much everyone living in rural Ontario has a story of someone they know who’s been hit with a farm theft in the past few years. It might be the […] Read more
How to reduce the risk of farm theft
Top tips to deter thieves and protect your property
Farmers reported an increase in theft across rural Ontario this spring. Now, many are keeping a closer eye on their property and are looking for new ways to keep their […] Read more
Farmers report spring surge in rural crime
High value GPS receivers and displays are among targets in farm theft
A rising number of Ontario farmers have fallen victim to theft this season. Multiple incidents occurred across southern Ontario in May and June, many of which involved theft of high-value […] Read more
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
