Soil tests assess the potential availability of nutrients under optimal conditions. In contrast, tissue tests indicate actual uptake under variable field conditions.
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Taking the mystery out of soil and tissue tests
Agronomists, soil scientists on what they offer, and what the differences between the tests are
New online decision-making tool for species at risk
An online tool to help farmers choose the best options to help preserve species at risk and their habitats is coming to Ontario in 2025.
OSCIA names new Executive Director
Ashley Honsberger will be the new executive director of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA), effective October 9. Andrew Graham, the current executive director, will retire after a celebrated career spanning 43 years, 33 of those with OSCIA. He served as executive director at OSCIA for more than eight years. OSCIA said in […] Read more
New living lab announced for Ontario
A new living lab is being created in Ontario with funding assistance from Agriculture and Agri-food Canada (AAFC). Led by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA), this living lab project represents an investment of up to $9.2 million over five years from the federal government under the Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – Living Labs program. […] Read more
Ontario On-Farm Climate Action Fund supports projects on over 130,000 acres of farmland
The Ontario On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) allocated over $22 million in cost-share funding to successful applications during the 2022 and 2023 intake periods. The OFCAF provides cost-share funding to farmers to support the implementation of best management practices (BMPs) that tackle climate change through reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and supporting increased carbon […] Read more
ONFARM launches new data dashboard for Ontario soils
Project brings together extensive on-farm research data
A new online data dashboard launched by ONFARM allows the agriculture sector access to results from 25 trial sites across Ontario. The On-Farm Applied Research and Monitoring (ONFARM) applied research initiative has the task of monitoring, and modelling priority sub-watersheds, establishing in-field paired trials identifying soil health indicators and testing the effectiveness of best management […] Read more
Mobile trailers bring soil knowledge, research right to the farm
Units have soil research and audio visual technology to help with research plots and events
A new initiative is expected to showcase field demonstrations and applied soil research for the benefit of Ontario farmers. The Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) has assembled a Mobile Soil Technology Suite for all those interested in soil health. It consists of two trailers, specialized scientific tools, audio-visual gear and field-ready tools. The […] Read more
Ontario farmers create self-guided tour of soil health in 2021
Farmers will be able to explore fields across province this summer thanks to a new, free app that will allow for viewing of cover crops, min-till, amendments, and innovation for soil health. The free ONTARIO SOIL ROADTRIP app will be launched and available for iOS and Android in time for the July long weekend. ONTARIO […] Read more
Species at Risk program opens soon
The Species At Risk Farm Incentive Program is back for 2021. Eligible best management practices include activities around croplands, grasslands, shorelines, stream banks, wetlands and woodlands. Many opportunities are available to support critical habitat through SARFIP, including for example cross fencing for rotational grazing, watering systems for livestock, native tree planting, improved stream crossings, native […] Read more
Van Eerd, Denotter honoured with OSCIA Soil Champion Award
Roger and David Buurma recognized for on-farm ingenuity with Don Hill Legacy Award
Two soil health contributors were honoured with Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) 2021 Soil Champion Awards. “This year we are lucky enough to be able to award two worthy nominees,” said Chad Anderson, OSCIA president. “One in the producer category and one in the extension category.” Dr. Laura Van Eerd, a professor of […] Read more
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