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Ontario Celebrates Innovation with the 2020 Excellence in Agriculture Awards
CHRISTA ROETTELE Communications Branch OMAFRA The Ontario government is kicked off Ontario Agriculture Week by celebrating the farmers,...
Colleen Green
Nov 26, 20202 min read
Drive-Through Merry & Bright Festival at the LEX Grounds
HARRY STODDART General Manager Lindsay Agricultural Society KAWARTHA LAKES: The Lindsay Agricultural Society (LAS) and the 2021...
Colleen Green
Nov 26, 20203 min read
Cereals Canada applauds conclusion of the Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement
DANIEL RAMAGE, Director of Market Analysis and Trade Policy Cereals Canada Cereals Canada applauds the completion of negotiations for the...
Colleen Green
Nov 26, 20201 min read
Ontario Supporting Agricultural and Horticultural Societies During COVID-19
AVI YUFEST, Office of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs CHRISTA ROETTELE, Communications Branch, OMAFRA The Ontario...
Colleen Green
Nov 26, 20203 min read
Expanding Opportunities for the Ontario Food Terminal and the Agri-Food Sector
AVI YUFEST, Office of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs CHRISTA ROETTELE, Communications Branch, OMAFRA TORONTO:...
Colleen Green
Nov 26, 20202 min read
Ontario protecting agri-food workers and food supply chain
The Ontario government, in partnership with the agri-food industry, has developed a comprehensive strategy to prevent COVID-19...
Colleen Green
Nov 26, 20203 min read
What dairy does for you and your body
A balanced diet that’s rich in nutrients is a key component of a healthy lifestyle. Nutritious diets include fruits and vegetables, but a...
Colleen Green
Oct 22, 20202 min read
How to support local agriculture this fall
The global pandemic that has upended daily life has exacted a toll on many industries. Businesses have been asked to close or temporarily...
Colleen Green
Oct 22, 20202 min read
Gourds, squashes and pumpkins, oh my!
Autumn takes place during a time of year characterized by earthen-colored chrysanthemums, leaf-lined walkways and crisp autumn air....
Colleen Green
Oct 22, 20202 min read
Explore a career in agriculture
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Colleen Green
Oct 22, 20202 min read
Autumn harvest fruits and vegetables
Food is a big part of fall, and farms play a significant role in seasonal celebrations. Each autumn, families plan apple picking...
Colleen Green
Oct 22, 20202 min read
Canadian Foodgrains Bank aiding African communities
The Canadian Foodgrains Bank has been granted $2.3 million by the federal government for its projects to help African communities hit...
Colleen Green
Oct 22, 20201 min read
Saving our barns
Saving our barns by The Standard | October 8th 2020 Podcast https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Heritage-Barns-Oct...
Colleen Green
Oct 6, 20201 min read
Lake Simcoe Conservation Authority CAO retiring
DAN CEARNS, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, for The Standard DURHAM/KAWARTHA: Longtime Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority...
Colleen Green
Sep 24, 20202 min read
Immediate proclamation of key sections of new trespass and food safety act will better protect peopl
WOODSTOCK: In order to keep people safe, the Ontario government is making it an offence to stop, obstruct, hinder or otherwise interfere...
Colleen Green
Sep 24, 20202 min read
New targeted intake opens under the Rural Economic Development Program
LEAMINGTON: The Ontario government is committing nearly $1 million in cost-share funding, to help rural communities diversify their...
Colleen Green
Sep 24, 20201 min read
Applewood Farm joins Scugog community
DAN CEARNS, for The Standard SCUGOG: Applewood Farm is inviting the local Scugog community to come visit their site in Seagrave. The...
Colleen Green
Sep 24, 20202 min read
Apple Picking in York Durham Headwaters! Plan Your Next Family Outing Picking Fresh Apples!
Information courtesy of Ontario Farm Fresh! Autumn is a beautiful time of year, and what could be better than taking in the crisp weather...
Colleen Green
Sep 24, 20203 min read
apple pie recipe | diabetic, gluten-free
Apple pie is one of those time tested recipes. The earliest recipe for this delightful treat dates back to 14th century England...
Colleen Green
Sep 24, 20203 min read
Funding will improve food safety and productivity
SIMCOE: The Governments of Canada and Ontario are providing more than $5.4 million through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership to help...
Colleen Green
Sep 24, 20202 min read
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