As difficult or unnatural a feeling as it may be for some, a willingness by farmers to be recognized as victims is essential in the struggle to discourage the unlawful […] Read more
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Targeted farmers need to recognize they’re victims
Dairy symposium panel discusses how to manage unauthorized visitors
Police seek 130 pigs stolen in Oxford County
The pigs were allegedly taken from a barn in November
Ontario Provincial Police are searching for leads in the strange case of 130 stolen pigs in South West Oxford township. The theft of the animals was reported to police on […] Read more
The fine line between protest and provocation
The Ontario Provincial Police says it has farmers’ backs when it comes to trespassing, but the right to peaceful protest also has its place. “You have the right to peaceful […] Read more
Police have plans for activists, says officer
A liaison team has contacts with activists and organizations involved in challenging activities
An Ontario Provincial Police community relations officer says the force’s officers have the legislative tools to do their job relating to trespassers on farms. Sergeant Laura Brown told a recent […] Read more
Farmers fear being targeted by activist invasions
Recent incidents have prompted many to review what the regulations allow
A recent self-guided tour by animal activists on a dairy farm in southwestern Ontario and a protest outside another dairy near London have farmers reviewing their rights and possible courses […] Read more
Farmer with shot cow finding few areas of compensation
The farmer found little interest in pursuing the animal’s shooters by authorities
A beef farmer from northwestern Ontario is searching for answers after he was forced to euthanize a pregnant 29 month-old cow after it was shot October 10 in an apparent […] Read more
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