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An expression of frustration

OFA Commentary #0305 Historically, farmers are peaceful and respectful people, satisfied to work hard, in return expecting a fulfilling life for themselves and their families. Circumstances in recent years have placed them and their families in a devastating economic situation.

OFA Wants to Hear Members View on Plant Breeders’ Rights

As you may know the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has announced a consultation process on specific issues dealing with Plant Breeders’ Rights. The consultation period has been extended through early March. The OFA will be working with its fellow members

OFA Commentary #0005 Recent postings by the Ministry of Natural Resources on the Environmental Bill of Rights Registry are a cause for concern for many Ontario farmers. The Ontario Federation of Agriculture sees no reason for the MNR proposals to

LFA Directors on Hand at Local Farm Show at Podolinsky’s December 2004

Directors of the Lambton Federation of Agriculture spent a couple of days interacting with Lambton farmers at the Podolinsky Days event held on December 9th and 10th, 2004. One of the objectives of the Lambton Federation of Agriculture is to

OFA Commentary #5204 Agriculture is no different than most businesses in Ontario – investment must result in a positive return on that investment. Farmers are willing to make investments in their operations, but they want some assurances of measurable benefits

News from Queen’s Park that the Dec. 12, 2004, deadline for input into the proposed Greenbelt Protection Act is being extended was welcomed by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). The extension is one of the requests OFA put forth

OFA Commentary #4704 Insufficient income for farmers has long been recognized as the industry’s major difficulty. Steps are being taken to find meaningful solutions to that problem. The Canadian Federation of Agriculture hosted Canada’s first National Symposium on Farm Income

OFA Commentary #4104 Current negotiations at the World Trade Organization have left some of Canada’s supply managed producers questioning their future. They want their investment dollars protected and are anxious to receive steadfast support that will maintain Canada’s marketing boards

Provincial Funding Announcement Helps Ontario Beef Farmers

Today’s announcement by Premier Dalton McGuinty and Minister of Agriculture and Food Steve Peters of up to $30 million in financial assistance to Ontario’s beef industry will help to keep Ontario farmers competitive with their counterparts in other provinces. Ron

Maple Syrup today, all Ontario Farms Soon

The recent news from the McGuinty government reversing the industrial property tax classification for maple syrup producers is welcome news, says Bill Mailloux, vice-president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). “Finance Minister Sorbara’s announcement tells us the provincial government