Farms are part of Ontario’s small business backbone, whether Ontario-grown livestock, grains or horticulture foods and farm products are bought on-farm, at a local market, or at the local store.
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Ontario farms are a small business backbone but red tape delays and obstacles hinder growth
Paperwork volume and complexity for approvals and funding can be a stumbling block
Research meets reality: Farmers and scientists find solutions together
University and industry experts emphasize that trust, relationships, and farmer input ensure science translates into real-world impact
Livestock Research and Innovation Corporations’ GRIP roundtable in Elora, saw researchers and farmers explore how collaboration drives animal welfare, poultry housing, and feed innovation.
Ample supplies and improved livestock sector to boost Canadian feed sector: FCC
Outlook positive for both livestock and feed industries
Abundant feed grain supplies and improved profitability for the livestock sector should support strong feed demand and sales through the winter, says a new report from Farm Credit Canada.
Ample supplies and improved livestock sector to boost Canadian feed sector: FCC
Abundant feed grain supplies and improved profitability for the livestock sector should support strong feed demand and sales through the winter, says a new report from Farm Credit Canada.
OMAFA research funding includes boost for poultry centre
The province is spending $41 million to upgrade agriculture research instrastructure
OMAFA announced $41 million in funding for Agriculture Research and Innovation Ontario’s infrastructure on Oct. 7, including new funds for the Poultry Research Centre at the Elora Research Station.
Masterfeeds to enter new ADM/Alltech feed joint venture
Feed company’s 15 Canadian mills to join new U.S./Canada business
Masterfeeds, a major feed supplier to Canadian livestock producers, is poised to merge into a new joint venture with U.S. feed businesses.
Masterfeeds to enter new ADM/Alltech feed joint venture
Feed company’s 15 Canadian mills to join new U.S./Canada business
Masterfeeds, a major feed supplier to Canadian livestock producers, is poised to merge into a new joint venture with U.S. feed businesses.
Rotational grazing helps farmers stretch feed in a dry year
Practical tips for planning rotations include pasture math, water access and cover crop grazing options
Rotational grazing can extend the grazing season and improve soil health. Gallagher’s James Clark explained how to plan, manage water, and add cover crops for increased grazing options at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show.
Canada and Ontario invest $14.6M to boost farmland resiliency and sustainability
Increased funding enables the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program to expand its project scope to improve soil health, protect water resources, promote biodiversity, and support long-term sustainability and competitiveness.
Canada and Ontario increased investment of $14.6 million to help farmers improve soil, water, and biodiversity through the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program.
Manitoba Crop Report: Winter wheat, fall rye harvests almost complete
Rains range from none to 110 mm
Harvest progress continued in Manitoba despite varied rainfall and dry conditions during the week ended Aug. 24, 2025.