The biogas digester being constructed on Nick Thurler’s farm near South Mountain.

Ambitious plan aims to add 300 biodigesters

DFO vice-chair hopes to see Danish model for renewable natural gas adopted across Canada on dairy farms

A co-operative-style company founded by Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) vice-chair Nick Thurler has taken its first step toward a goal of gaining access to 80 per cent of the […] Read more



Maplevue experiences new kind of public event

Pandemic prevented Listowel farm from hosting in-person Manure Expo

The North American Manure Expo, hosted by the 75-cow Maplevue Farms near Listowel, brought attention to midwestern Ontario’s dairy sector and other farm operations.  The event was delayed by one […] Read more



Soybeans need fertility, but too much can result in problems.

Managing manure application and soybeans

Moving away from corn on corn could mean more manure has to be applied before planting soybeans

Corn is the perfect crop for receiving the nutrients from manure. Liquid manure applied to meet two-thirds of the nitrogen needs will generally provide a good balance of the macro […] Read more