A group of farmers is calling for the federal government to invest $300 million to reduce greenhouse gas emissions on farms. Farmers for Climate Solutions says such an investment could reduce agricultural emissions by 10 million tonnes. Why it matters: The federal government is currently working on creating its 2021 budget and there’s an expectation […] Read more
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Group calls for investment in farm greenhouse gas reduction
Farmers for Climate Solutions says $300 million is needed from government
Seven to be inducted into the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame
The inductees cover areas of agriculture including beef, food, government, crops and veterinary
In 2021, seven agricultural leaders will be inducted into Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame. Their influences range from general farm organization, beef industry and industry tribunal leadership to agricultural extension, agricultural law and improvements to animal welfare, horticultural and agronomy. Stan Eby, Roger George, Herbert Norry, Delbert O’Brien, the late Terry O’Connor, Dr. Peter Sikkema […] Read more
Travel restrictions won’t impact TFWs: federal sources
New restrictions will limit pleasure trips to the Caribbean and Mexico to April
New travel restrictions imposed on Canadians by the federal government won’t impact the arrival of temporary or seasonal foreign workers, according to sources. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Jan. 29 that Canada’s air carriers had agreed to suspend services to sunny destinations. Flights to tropical locations, like Mexico, are being cancelled by Air Canada, West […] Read more
Farm sector part of emergency child care extension
The programs support families where students are learning remotely
Farmers and those who support the food and agriculture product supply chains now qualify for a no-cost child care program. As of Jan. 27, the program will be open to a new list of workers along with several other categories, in addition to other essential workers who were previously eligible. The program aims to help […] Read more
London agri-food hub gets funding
The Grove, located at Western Fair, aims to help agriculture and food businesses
The federal government is investing $7.2 million in a hub for agri-food at the Western Fair District in London. The hub is called The Grove and is located in the buildings that once held events like the London Farm Show, across the street from the AgriPlex. Why it matters: Southern Ontario agriculture hasn’t had as many […] Read more
Road rules you might be breaking
MTO officers highlight what can – and can’t – be done when moving farm vehicles on public roads
[UPDATED: Jan. 8, 2021] Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act gives special exceptions, and some additional conditions, for farm equipment. But in an effort to improve overall roadway safety, Ministry of Transportation (MTO) enforcement officers encourage farmers to go beyond minimum safety requirements. Doing so, they say, starts with understanding what’s considered a farm vehicle, why exemptions […] Read more
Indian opposition demands repeal of farm laws after protests
New Delhi | Reuters – India’s main opposition party pressed the government on Thursday to call a special parliamentary session to withdraw new agricultural laws that farmers say will leave them at the mercy of big corporations. Rahul Gandhi, a senior leader from the opposition Congress party, handed the president a copy of a petition […] Read more
More Trinidadian workers heading home
Workers from E Z Farms Ltd. leave Dec. 28, but at other farms, many are stuck
Maybe it was because the planets nearly aligned to provide a powerful “Christmas Star” to wish upon – maybe not. All Marlon Gay knows is the only thing he asked for – a flight home – came true. Gay along with the four remaining Trinidad and Tobago workers stranded at E Z Grow Farms managed […] Read more
Stranded foreign workers get reprieve
They can now apply for an open work permit to find work and keep social programs
Marlon Gay is breathing a little easier today than he was at the beginning of the week. The Trinidadian working on a farm in Canada received word Dec. 13 he could apply for an open work permit which would ensure he maintained his health and Employment Insurance. Why it matters: The work visas of temporary […] Read more
Poteck Power president apologetic about FOI stress
Intent behind Freedom of Information request was to gather a list of potential farm clients
Jeremy Poteck has revealed himself as the person behind the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) request for Farm Business Registrations in Ontario. The founder and president of Poteck Power said his intent was to generate a cohesive list of farm businesses across Ontario that might benefit from his company’s product. Why it matters: The spring […] Read more
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