Bailey Regier, a film writing and editing student at Sheridan College in Oakville completed a documentary for school on one the most dangerous professions in the developed world: farming. Her class was assigned in September of 2019 to complete a documentary, about six minutes long, on any topic of their choosing. Bailey Regier says TJ […] Read more
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AgriCulture – the documentary
Film by Sheridan College student looks at farm hazards
Ford says emissions certification process under federal probe
Washington | Reuters — Ford Motor Co. said Wednesday Canadian officials have opened a preliminary investigation into the automaker’s emissions certification process. Ford said in its annual report Environment and Climate Change Canada has opened a probe into the matter after the automaker disclosed early last year that the U.S. Justice Department had opened a […] Read more
More technology tested for phosphorus removal
The latest innovation will filter water at a pumping station, from tile and surface runoff
The Thames River Phosphorus Reduction Collaborative (PRC) is moving ahead with the testing of additional technologies that intercept and remove phosphorus from agricultural runoff. Phosphorus entering the system contributes to the growth of harmful algal blooms in the Thames River and Lake Erie. In one of the projects west of Chatham, a removal and recovery […] Read more
When should farmers embrace new technology?
Farmers have different approaches toward tech, but it has to pay
Glacier FarmMedia – When should farmers embrace the bold technologies that promise to transform their farms? “Figure out when they pay,” said Kansas State University agricultural economist Terry Griffin. Why it matters: Farmers are being bombarded by new technology, forcing them into decisions about what technology to use and what to reject. The simple economic […] Read more
Planning for “What if”
Succession planning questions to ask and steps to take to start the conversation
Many farms think an unexpected change will never happen in their family. The premise is: “our family operation has nothing to worry about.” Few family operations survive unexpected changes to the business, such as changes due to a death, sudden illness, family or legal disputes, divorce, financial stress or loss of a key employee. Why […] Read more
Agriculture drives the southwest
Long-time Chatham-Kent farm observer looks back on his career
Kim Cooper spent 45 years working in — and developing a love for — agriculture and Ontario’s farm community. Now retired after 12 years as the agriculture specialist with the Municipality of Chatham-Kent’s economic development department, he believes the agriculture sector faces substantial opportunity. Why it matters: Agriculture is one of the top economic, and […] Read more
New farm show owner sees role in food education
Show is an opportunity to support farmers and agriculture community
More learning opportunities might be coming to the Chatham Farm Show, but not necessarily ones strictly focused on farmers. Courtney Brochu, a mother of two from Stoney Point took ownership of the Chatham Farm Show on Jan. 10. While she plans on spending this year’s event connecting with and learning from attending farmers and exhibitors, […] Read more
Editorial: Putting the emphasis on family generational wealth
I’ve heard many speakers on farm succession. Most of them have good messages; some of them are exceptionally good at creating enthusiasm, and some have useful stories that make you squirm because you can see yourself in them. None have them have quite put things like Tom Deans, the keynote speaker on Day 1 of […] Read more
Finding and keeping farm employees
Informative job description and positive workplace are key contributors
Farmers across Ontario are struggling to find and keep good help. Marlene Paibomesai, a dairy specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and Mark Ferguson, business management specialist with OMAFRA presented tips on attracting and keeping great employees at the 2020 SouthWest Agriculture Conference held in Ridgetown recently. Why it matters: […] Read more
Better system visibility could boost farm safety
Sensors help when eyes can’t see everything from a tractor seat
Glacier FarmMedia – Canada had 843 farm fatalities between 2003 and 2012, of which 600 involved implements. More than 17 per cent of all deaths were run-overs attributed to drivers not seeing the victim. The large implements used in farming can prevent the operator from completely seeing the perimeters of the machine. Design of modern […] Read more
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
