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August crop report by Jeff Moore AgriNews Staff Writer
W
ELL IT FINALLY CAME AND IT
CAME IN BUCKTHE RAINFALL IN THE LATTER WEEKS OF AUGUST AVERAGED BETWEEN 2-4 ETS!
INCHES ACROSS THE REGION ACCORDING TO
SCOTT BANKS (CROP SPECIALIST) WITH THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS (OMFRA) IN KEMPTVILLE. Banks said all the crops were in desperate need of moisture, “Although it was a little late, the rain was welcomed.” Corn The pollination went well in July and for the most part the cobs are fully developed but there are patches throughout the area where the top part of the ears are not developed. The yield will be down this year because of the drought-like conditions. In some fields before the rain in the middle of August the corn leaves were starting to curl and in some fields the bottom of the leaves of the corn turned brown and died. Banks said that was a natural phenomenon, as the plant will naturally take care of their fruit first. There are also some fields out there that are light green usually meaning they got too much water and were starved of nitrogen but this year they were starved of everything. Soybeans The soybeans for the most part survived okay but the moisture helped quite a bit. The longer-day soybeans recovered very well and the short–day variety has begun to turn yellow. There was a problem with spider mites and noticeable grasshopper holes in the leaves but the rain pretty much ended their attack. The rain causes a fungus to grow which is the natural predator of the spider mites. There were very few aphids this growing season and white mould has not been or will not be a problem moving forward. Some fields that were planted in stubble or no-till soil where uneven emergence had taken place shows the plants are noticeably shorter than the healthier ones.
Long-day soybeans
Slightly damaged corn
Although Banks said, “It should not affect yields.” The short-day variety is a smaller plant and this year it is especially noticeable. Cereals The winter and spring wheat has pretty much all been harvested with about 5% still remaining in the fields. The yield was down Continued on page 3
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Crop report Continued from page 2 about 10-20%, yet the protein level was considerably higher from 1-14% higher. The quality was great with high-test rates. Forage Pastures are not good and most farmers are feeding their cattle this year’s hay crop, which was low to
The AgriNews September, 2016 Page 3 begin with. With the rain in the middle to late August, the alfalfa crop has perked up and some grasses have made a comeback. The rule of thumb for harvesting the last cut is six weeks before the first frost or sometime around Sept. 10, although some farmers may have to take all they can get or risk running short this winter or having to buy more.
Soil healthy despite the drought by Kalynn Sawyer Helmer AgriNews Staff Writer HESTERVILLE – T HE CONTINU -
C
OUSLY DRY
WEATHER THIS SUMMER
HAS MADE SOME FARM ERS NERVOUS .
C ROPS
ARE SUFFERING FROM THE HEAT AND ARE IN DESPERATE NEED OF RAIN , BUT THE SOIL HAS REMAINED HEALTHY.
Agronomist Gilles Quesnel says that there is very little damage to the soil and the dry spring set up the farm land for a best case scenario. A wet spring followed by a dry summer could have meant crops would be “mucked in”, and roots would not be able to penetrate. The dry spring and summer means very little soil compaction and roots were able to penetrate well. Quesnel is sure any soil damage will not be long lasting. Farmers unsure
whether to break up the compacted soil layer should refrain in Quesnel’s opinion. The maturity of the soil in Eastern Ontario and the lack of compaction caused by the dry spring make a turnover not worth doing. While the soil may be safe, Quesnel has noticed the flowering of alfalfa and advises farmers to cut and harvest despite its short stock. As a perennial, the flowering plant will regrow when cut, and, with the added benefit of more moisture projected for the fall, will potentially grow higher in its second round, thus giving farms more forage yield. However, if left to flower, the plant will cease its growth and only mature. Harvesting now will stimulate more growth and cause the plant to form new buds.
Quesnel also advises farmers planning cover crops to continue without hesitation. Based on averages, August will bring a less intense sun and longer nights resulting in heavier dews. “Do not let the drought influ-
ence a farm’s fit for cover crops,” he says. Based on averages and statistics, the rain will come. He concludes that no one can predict the weather but the moisture is bound to come no matter what.
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Editorial Living the dream Here’s a toast to Jan-Daniel Etter who opened Eastern Ontario’s newest winery in July at Navan after several years spent developing his vineyard and renovating a barn on what was a dairy farm. It’s called Clos du Vully and it’s offering three reds, two whites and a rose, all named for important women in Etter’s life who, he says, were first to encourage his venture. His production stands at about 5,000 bottles a year. And here’s a toast to Denis Perrault who also owns a winery on a dairy farm near Navan, Domaine Perrault. Etter credits the long-time promoter of an eastern region wine industry for mentoring him with advice, equipment loans and aging facilities. Rather than behave as competitors, the young protégé and the wise elder statesman of Eastern Ontario viticulture are working together to enhance the sector. Etter has readily embarked on Perrault’s dream of establishing a well-defined wine tour in the greater Ottawa region similar to Prince Edward County. It still comes as a surprise to many that the east end of the province has a handful of wineries, some of them such as Domaine Perrault producing award-winning products. The myth that frigid winter weather in the region was too hard for vines to survive was shattered long ago. Hardy hybrid varieties developed over the years have proven up to the challenge. But it’s been hit and miss. It seems one winery has folded for each new one that has come on stream. Part of the problem is that the east end isn’t a recognized wine region under tight Vintners’ Quality Alliance (VQA) guidelines. It’s something that Perrault and others have been working to rectify for at least a decade, partly through an association Perrault founded that has ebbed and flowed and is now apparently back in business. Along with tastings, these topics will be swished around when the Perrault family host a 10-year anniversary celebration at their winery Sept. 25.
Labour pains The thing you’ve got to wonder about George Nesbitt is what suddenly put him in the Ministry of Labour bad books. Nesbitt is the Renfrew aggregate quarry owner and mega Allis Chalmers collector who, over the past year, has coped with five visits from ministry inspectors intent on laying some heavy-duty charges against him under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. In fact, they have 11 in all related to guarding conveyors, handrails, guardrails and ladders, and to providing training to employees, which used to total eight to 10 and are now down to three. Upon conviction, each charge carries a maximum penalty of $25,000 against an individual and $500,000 against a company. During their year-long investigation, they issued 40 orders and requirements against Nesbitt and his company. He has complied with all of them which did nothing to prevent the charges from being laid. The case against Nesbitt has been adjourned to Sept. 26 in Provincial Offences Court, Pembroke. Prior to July, 2015, MOL inspectors were occasional visitors, pointing out a deficiency here and there which was quickly corrected without charges being laid. He knows of no complaints from workers or anyone else, something the ministry will neither confirm or deny on grounds the matter is before the courts. So… what happened? Over a year, Nesbitt didn’t suddenly turn into a safety shirker risking his employees and his business, going completely against past behaviour. He didn’t decide that he’d go ahead and lose by his estimation “a couple of million dollars” antagonizing ministry officials with whom he previously had a good working relationship. So the change has got to be with ministry enforcement procedures. Either, officials have decided their going for a big cash grab to help out a sorely depleted government, or they’re throwing their weight around to prove their roles are valid and necessary. Neither misguided move justifies pushing a hard-working, respected businessman and employer into selling off his assets to avoid the aggravation. Nesbitt has met every demand. It’s time to let him off the hook.
AgriGab Luck of the draw The five-day Canadian Plowing Championships kicked off Aug. 23 at Anderson Links Golf Course with a very sociable wine and cheese reception in the comfortable clubhouse. Actually, wine and cheese doesn’t fully describe it. Those items were indeed in place, with the wine supplied by Navan’s Domaine Perrault. But there were also meatballs, chicken wings, pulled pork sandwiches, raw vegetables, fruit, cookies and pastry. As MC Bill Tupper observed, you could make a meal of it. And there was free beer supplied by Beau’s of Vankleek Hill and Molson’s. I can vouch that the meal was nicely washed down with appropriate beverages. The spirit in the room was one of comradery, of people united for a common cause of promoting and preserving the fine art of field plowing, which dates back to at least 2000 B.C. The glow of success radiated throughout. About a year ago, when the offbeat notion of bringing the championships to an Ottawa golf course was first tossed out, skeptics shook their heads. Some even laughed out load. But co-chairs Allen Hills and Gib Patterson are nothing if not determined and it wasn’t long before they were hoisting all the right people on board the bandwagon. They were hoping to raise $30$40,000 to finance the event; they collected closer to $60,000 in cash and in-kind services. Hills ran the organization like a drill-sergeant, firing off action emails at 1 and 2 a.m. To his surprise, some of them were answered immediately. Meanwhile, Elsie and Gib, along with their four adult children, were prepping Anderson for the event, laying out plowing plots and a practice area at one of their neighbouring farms. Gibson Patterson! It’s right there in the CPC-16 program under a family portrait. It’s the first time I’ve heard the full first name. Did your mother even call you that, Gib? But it’s not the first time I’ve heard – and witnessed – that the family is dedicated to land stewardship through plowmen’s associations, 4-H and other agricultural interests. The CPC plots were awarded to competitors opening night based on numbers drawn from a hat. That way, there could be no complaints later that some plowmen – all 11 contestants were male – were assigned better plots than others. “It’s called the luck of the draw,” Gib commented, insisting there were no inferior plots on his land. A dedicated plowing enthusiast taught by his father and grandfather, at one point Gib told the
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by Tom Van Dusen crowd: “You’ve made my life.” In return, Canadian Plowing Association president Thomas Murdock offered the supreme compliment, stating that it was rare for the championships to enjoy such a fine, well-hosted venue. But not all was as serene as it appeared on the surface. Also on the 23rd, the association held its annual meeting where two of the main topics of discussion were dwindling participation and underfunding. “It wasn’t always like this,” Murdock stated of the few participants. Twelve had enlisted but one dropped out for personal reasons. “There was a time we would have gotten more than 30.” The interest clearly isn’t what it once was, with few young plowing buffs filling in the depleted ranks. In addition, provincial organizations are disappearing with only four remaining, in Ontario, Manitoba, British Columbia, and New Brunswick. Of the 11 plowmen who attended at Anderson Links, seven represented Ontario; there were two from BC and one each from New Brunswick and Alberta, Jay Lennox who, with no association behind him, paid his own fees. “Ontario could continue on its own and compete in the World Match,” Murdock said. “But we want to maintain a national network and profile.” On the issue of funding, Murdock said the association and host communities are able to support the rotating annual Canadian championships through donations and special events. But the group always comes up short when sending two representatives to the Worlds which, along with a coach and equipment, costs about $20,000. The 2016 contest will be held in North Yorkshire, U.K., Sept. 8-11, while next year it’s set for Kenya. The World Plowing Organization has 31 member countries. A related difficulty is ensuring that the right tractors to pull Canadian plows will be onsite in the international locations where matches are held. While the association ships its plowing equipment to the locations, it relies on local tractor power which isn’t always readily available. “We could really use a firm partnership with a manufacturer to guarantee a pair of tractors at the matches,” Murdock stated. And it doesn’t matter what colour those tractors might be.
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Hay crop lost in St. Isidore barn fire by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer T. ISIDORE – A
S
LARGE STORAGE BARN
FILLED WITH HAY, AT
SONIBRAND FARMS ON CONCESSION RD. 20 NEAR ST. ISIDORE CAUGHT FIRE DURING THE NIGHT OF SUN., AUG. 21 AND MON., AUG. 22 AND CONTINUED BURNING
MONDAY. The farm is owned by
LATE INTO
Arnold and Anna Kuratli, son Rene and spouse Sonja Bühlmann-Kuratli, and partners Hans and Beatrice Dittli. The fire was contained to the storage barn which held the year’s hay crop. Other buildings nearby, including the dairy barn, calf barn and house were spared. About 40 firefighters attended at the peak of the fire, coming from Champlain
(Vankleek Hill) , North Glengarry (Maxville), Casselman and four of the five Nation Township departments ( Fournier, StBernardin, St-Isidore and StAlbert). Nation Fire Chief Tobias Hovey reported from the scene that the cause was likely spontaneous combination of hay that had heated. Smoke from the fire could be seen from Hwy.
417 and drifted towards the village of St. Isidore. Several backhoes continued demolition and pulled out smoking piles of hay. Hovey expected firefighters would remain on scene until Tuesday morning. Sonibrand Farms has over 100 dairy cows and does custom work, and the owners also own St. Isidore Storage Ltd., an elevator and grain drying business.
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The Williamstown Fair shows off talented horse riders from local area Photo left: Cheyenne Parent of Long Sault cleans up in the Leadline classes at the Williamstown Fair’s Western Performance Show on Sun., Aug. 7. The young lady completed a pattern, plus rode the horse while holding an egg poised on a spoon. Her coach Crystal Vogel explained that she was a very talented young rider. Parent is presented with the winnings of her classes by Liette Deschambault of Bob T Tack Shop in Lancaster. Lower right: Haylee Irven of Chesterville competes in Youth Barrels at the Williamstown Fair on Sat., Aug. 6. Lower inset photo: Austin Lalonde of Long Sault successfully returns the pole to the barrel to complete his shot at Flag. Having to grab the stick from one barrel while racing down the ring, spin around the second barrel and drop the stick back into the first barrel is a difficult challenge. Vogel photos
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Case adjourned against quarry owner, mega machinery dealer by Tom Van Dusen AgirNews Staff Writer ENFREW—EVEN
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THOUGH HE FULLY COMPLIED WITH
40
ORDERS AND REQUIREMENTS ISSUED OVER THE
PAST YEAR, A
RENFREW
AGGREGATE QUARRY OWNER AND MACHINERY COLLECTOR IS FACING
11
CHARGES LEVIED BY THE
MINISTRY OF LABOUR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT. Upon conviction, the charges carry fines of up to $25,000 each where an individual is named and $500,000 each where a company is named. Represented by an Ottawa labour lawyer, George Nesbitt’s first court date to answer the charges was in Pembroke Aug. 22. The case was adjourned until Sept. 26. Nesbitt explained earlier that, on occasional visits by ministry inspectors in the past, he was routinely asked to make improvements at his worksite which he did. No charges were ever issued. Something changed although Nesbitt doesn’t know what. He’s not sure if, leading up to the charges, a complaint resulted in inspectors attending at Nesbitt Aggregates Ltd. five times since July 2015. Asked if a complaint precipitated the rash of visits, ministry spokesperson Janet Deline said she couldn’t provide that information because the case is before the courts. “Each investigation is unique,” Deline explained. “Inspectors may issue orders or requirements to address contraventions. If prosecution is warranted, charges will be laid, even when workplace parties have complied.” All orders issued, she stated, were in relation to the guarding of conveyors, workplace access (handrails, guardrails and ladders) and training. Now Nesbitt is poised to divest both his multi-million dollar aggregate interests and close to 300 AllisChalmers tractors and other pieces with an estimated value of up to $5-million. After all, he’ll soon turn 74 and the company will be 50 years old in 2017. But UNDER THE
George Nesbitt (left) with Barry Dean, president of Vintage Iron & Traditions of Eastern Ontario, during a visit to the Renfrew Allis-Chalmers collection. Van Dusen photo
Nesbitt said we wouldn’t be ready to pull the plug except for the fact he’s being pursued by the ministry. According to Ontario Court of Justice documents, the defendant failed to ensure that a pallet conveyor had “head, tail, drive, deflection and/or tension pulleys guarded at any pinch point that was or may become accessible.” Also, the defendant failed to ensure that a “roll crusher feed hopper was guarded as prescribed”. In addition, the defendant failed to provide “information, instruction and/or supervision to a worker with respect to the lockout of machines and/or conveyors.” If he was a younger man, Nesbitt said he might be gearing up for a long and possibly nasty fight. But he states that most of the fight has gone out of him and he just wants to be done with the aggravation. To date, the ministry interventions have cost him “a couple of million” dollars in lost sales which Nesbitt doubts he’ll ever recoup. His business, which specializes in ornate, naturally rounded granite sold across North America, has been reduced to a fraction of what it was. About five workers have been laid off, with three still on the roster. In addition, he no longer hires trucking to his previous level, leading to other lost work.
During slow times in the quarry – especially during the winter - workers helped restore and repair his rough acquisitions, part of what is believed to be one of the largest Allis-Chalmers collections in the world. That’s quite a feat for someone who only began seriously collecting in the late 1990s. On Aug. 18, Nesbitt toured about 40 visitors around his machinery buildings. Some of them had heard about the charges and were joking about whether they were safe or not. Nesbitt has consulted with two specialized American auctioneers about dispersing the fleet. Determined to sell, he suspects most of the machines will end up in the United States within a year. “The question is should they be sold as one large lot or broken up and sold over time in smaller lots. I may keep a dozen or so for myself.” A former dairy farmer, Nesbitt got into aggregates by chance after the barn was destroyed by fire and the herd perished. When he drove a tractor out to dig a burial hole, he discovered the red, white and black river stone that would eventually end up as part of Parliament building upgrades, in the Canadian Embassy in Washington, Tiger Stadium in Detroit, the National Arts Centre and the Canadian Museum of History
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Pesticide and equine/livestock medication collection program
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NTARIO – CLEANFARMS IS PARTNERING WITH THE CANADIAN ANIMAL HEALTH INSTITUTE IN ORDER TO CONDUCT A COLLECTION PROGRAM FOR AGRICULTURAL PESTICIDES AND LIVESTOCK AND EQUINE MEDICATIONS ACROSS ONTARIO FROM SEPT. 20 TO 30.
Farmers are encouraged to safely dispose of their unwanted agricultural pesticides and equine/livestock medications at one of the many collection sites available. Alymer: Max Underhill’s Farm Supply, September 20. Lancaster: Munro’s Agromart, September 26. Alfred: Synagri, September 27. Pembroke: M&R Feeds and Farm Supply, September 27-29. Arnprior: M&R Feeds and Farm
Supply, September 27-29. Casselman: Agro Culture 2001, September 28. Oakwood: Oakwood Ag Centre, September 28. Trenton: TCO Agromart, September 29. Richmond: Synagri, September 29. Chesterville: Synagri, September 30. Picton: County Farm Centre, September 30. More information and more collection locations can be found at www.cleanfarms.ca/obsoletepesticidelivestock_ON.h tml. To find out if your products can be disposed of at the collection sites, call 1877-662-4460, ext. 2223. Once the September 2016 collection program is over, farmers will have to wait until 2019 for the next collection program.
Threshing machines break world record by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer USTIN, MANITOBA – THE RECORD OF 111
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THRESHING MACHINES WORKING TOGETHER FOR
15
MINUTES AT THE SAME
TIME, SET LAST IN
AUGUST
ST. ALBERT AND FRANCOIS
ORGANIZED BY
LATOUR, HAS BEEN BROKEN. More than 150 threshing machines were gathered on a field near Austin, Man., on Sun., July 31, and of those 139 machines worked the required minutes. The event was called Harvesting Hope: a World
Record to Help the Hungry, and it formed part of the Thresherman’s Reunion and Stampede. Many of the same threshers attended both events. The Guinness Book of World Records has yet to formalize the record but is expected to do so shortly.
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Deregulation in Ontario’s Processing Vegetable Sector The Editor: My name is David Epp. I’m a vegetable producer from Leamington, Ont., and a member of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). I’m extremely concerned about the proposed regulatory changes that are before the Ontario Processing Vegetable Growers (OPVG). We are facing the prospect of losing our right to collective bargaining when it comes to negotiating the prices of processing vegetables we grow. That’s because the Farm Products Marketing Commission has proposed drastic changes to Regulation 440 of the Farm Products Marketing Act. Other growers and I have expressed our concerns in a letter to the Commission and are now working together with OFA to deliver a stronger voice to oppose these changes. I farm with my brother and father, and we’ve been involved in processing vegetable production our entire farming careers. We have weathered many changes in the industry over the years – changes in agronomic practices, changes in external competitive forces and changes in the economy we operate in. But nothing compares to the implications of the proposed changes to Regulation 440. There are four main reasons that OFA is supporting the position of the OPVG on these proposed changes. The current marketing system negotiates competitive prices for Ontario’s processing vegetable growers, with a balance of power along the entire value chain from grower to processor to the various marketing channels. The “free market” system proposed in the changes will actually give buyers the market power to dictate prices and terms, consequently benefiting
only a few along the value chain. The proposed changes will jeopardize vital agronomic research funds that enable innovation and sustainability in the sector. And finally, the processing vegetable sector – which is an important part of Ontario’s overall economy – will actually lose ground with these changes. The government’s own challenge to grow our sector and create more jobs will be undermined by the changes they are proposing to the Farm Products Marketing Act. On Aug. 10, the OFA is submitting a letter to the Farm Products Marketing Commission to outline its concerns on behalf of its processing vegetable members. Other farm organizations and commodity groups are encouraged to support these efforts. There is a need for a proper process, with transparent consultation, before making changes like Regulation 440 that could threaten the livelihoods of farmers and a significant sector of the industry. In the case of my farm, Lycoland Farms, if the negotiating authority is removed from the OPVG board, we will seek to find an orderly exist from our investments tied to this industry as our confidence in future opportunities in the processing vegetable sector will be lost. David Epp, Leamington, Ont. Editor’s note: The current comment period for the general public closed Aug. 12. Information about the proposed amendments can be found in the Registry posting at: http://www.ontariocanada.com/registry/view. do?postingId=22133&language=en.
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Letter to Ontario Farm Products Marketing Commission Chair Geri Kamenz Dear Mr. Kamenz: This letter is in response to the amendments proposed by the Ontario Farm Products Marketing Commission (the Commission) to the current regulation applicable to the marketing of vegetables for processing. In particular, I understand that the Commission is proposing to amend Regulation 440 to remove the provisions establishing negotiating agencies and to add provisions establishing an industry advisory committee. I also understand that the Commission's proposal is motivated by the Premier's Challenge to grow the Agri-Food sector, and I thank you for that. Ontario's regulated marketing sector accounts for approximately 70 per cent of Ontario farm cash receipts and will be an important contributor to the growth goals for jobs, investment, and contribution to the provincial economy. However, I take seriously the fact that concerns have been raised about an apparent lack of both adequate and sufficient information and consultation with interested parties regarding the Commission's proposed action. Without a more open and transparent dialogue on this proposal, it is not clear to me how it may serve the broad policy objectives of the Government of Ontario. Accordingly, under section 13 of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Act, I direct the Commission to develop a plan for engagement and consultation with interested parties and stakeholders
concerning any proposed amendments to the regulatory framework for the vegetables for processing industry. To be clear, it is the expectation of the Government of Ontario that such amendments, if any, will be consistent with the needs of both producers and processors and will contribute to the government of Ontario’s broad policy objectives of supporting regulated marketing and increasing the number of agriculture-related jobs in Ontario. At a minimum, the plan shall include: (a) A detailed economic analysis of industry competitiveness and opportunities for growth considered by the Commission in support of any proposed amendments; (b) Opportunities that will facilitate more informed participation of interested parties and stakeholders in the decision-making process; and (c) A requirement for posting information concerning any specific amendments on the Provincial Regulatory Registry for a period of not less than sixty (60) days ensuring that the posting is sufficiently detailed so that any policy and economic objectives of the regulatory proposal are clearly articulated. I also direct that the Commission shall not implement any amendments to the existing regulatory framework applicable to the vegetables for processing industry until such time as the above-noted plan for engagement and consultation with stakeholders has been suc Continued on page 10
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Letters Lyme Disease report applauded The Editor: Thank you for your coverage on Lyme disease. The more awareness we can spread the better. Mr. Van Dusen did an excellent job on presenting very accurate information (AgriNews June editorial, Lyme aid, page 4). I do hope he knows the signs and symptoms of acute Lyme disease, because unfortunately the Winchester Hospital did not give him accurate info. They have no way of knowing whether or not the tick attached to him carried the Borellia burgdorferi bacteria which causes Lyme disease. Misinformation about the timeframe of tick attachment exists, with medical personnel under the impression that if a tick has been attached less than 24 hours, the spirochetes cannot be transmitted to the human they are gorging on. This is false, and there is scientific evidence showing that indeed, Bb spirochetes can be spewed into the body before 24 hours.
Kamenz Continued from page 9 cessfully carried out and the Commission has reported back to me on the results of the implementation of that plan. Ontario’s Open Government initiative is intended to create a more open and transparent government for the people of Ontario. In that context, I would request that the expectations noted above
Personally, I would recommend he try and get some prophylactic antibiotics, ideally four to six weeks worth. I never saw the tick that got me, nor recognized the rash as being a bullseye. I developed chronic Lyme disease from not being treated in the acute stage, which I was unaware of. I will be having my third knee surgery due to Lyme arthritis. Last month, the Minister of Health, Dr. Eric Hoskins, released the first part of Ontario’s new “Action Plan on Lyme Disease.” Work on this Action Plan began one year ago with the establishment of a Lyme Disease Stakeholder Reference Group. Both the Stakeholder Group and the Action Plan have come about as a result of legislation written by two of our MPPs with the unanimous support of all the members of the Ontario Legislature: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/ministry/publications/reports/lyme_ 16/lyme_actionplan2016en.pdf Katherine Johnston, Ottawa
should apply to public engagement on any and all reforms contemplated by the Commission on a goforward basis. I look forward to receiving confirmation from the Commission that this direction has been successfully carried out. In closing, I want to offer my sincere thanks to the Commission for its ongoing commitment and hard work on behalf of the industry and all Ontarians. This is difficult and com-
plex work, but it is of vital importance to the future of our industry and Ontario’s economy. I look forward to continuing to work with the Commission and the industry in a collaborative way to put forward solutions that work for farmers, processors, and the people of Ontario. Jeff Leal, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Toronto
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Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference by Kalynn Sawyer Helmer AgriNews Staff Writer ORONTO – ON OCT. 3 AND 4, THE SECOND EASTERN CANADA-BASED ADVANCING WOMEN CONFERENCE (AWC) AND FIFTH AWC CONFERENCE ACROSS CANADA, WILL BE HELD AT THE ROYAL YORK HOTEL IN TORONTO. SINCE
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The idea for a conference of this magnitude came about when a group of female agriculture leaders were brought together to discuss the challenges, potential and future of women in the agriculture
industry. The need for women in all sectors of agriculture was apparent and led to the development of the first-ever AWC held in April 2014. The first conference welcomed around 400 delegates who represented over 130 organizations from a total of six provinces and five U.S. states. In a document provided by the AWC outlining their history, the conference’s goal is, “Emphasizing key leadership skills and developmental opportunities that include communication and covers mentorship, coaching and networking; financial management and financial independence, health and balance of life strategies, career planning and setting goals in all
areas.” The two-day event provides a number of speeches and panels for attendees to network and learn. Guest speakers are chosen based on their expertise and experience, coming from a number of different industries both agricultural and otherwise. AMC host and creator Iris Meck noticed after the first conference that the demand to continue was strong. “From the first conference, we captured the minds of women who wanted to succeed and reach their full potential.” Since the first conference, there have been two 2015 AMCs in Calgary and Toronto, along with the 2016 Calgary AMC just this past spring. Last year’s Toronto AMC saw over
AWC West foreshadows AWC East success
460 delegates representing 230 organizations from nine provinces and four U.S. states. The upcoming Toronto AMC is projected for 600 plus delegates. Ages range from 21 to 65 and are cited to equally represent 25 per cent producer or farm operation owner, 25 per cent agriculture industry entrepreneurs, 25 per cent corporations, and 25 per cent government. Meck was inclined to note, “surprisingly every year, the first delegates to register for the AWC West are from Ontario and Atlantic Canada and the first delegates to register to for the AWC East are usually from British Columbia. This shows the interest and passion that women have in our ag industry not only
The 2016 AWC West conference was a big event and held a number of influential and interesting presentations from prominent men and women in agriculture. The 2016 AWC East is shaping up to be just as successful. Courtesy AWC photo
in their local area but across Canada. AWC is a community where women can listen, learn, network and grow.” The AWC has happily reported that employers have begun using the AWC for training purposes and to reach out to potential employees. The conference maintains a mentor and trainee networking component that lines up students and recently graduated
agriculture women with potential employers. They have helped to create lasting relationships with mentor and coaches. The AWC is adamant about building a brighter future for women in agriculture, “To assist in building a stronger ag community and industry for the future, we also sponsor young women studying agriculture in Canadian universities and colleges by Continued on page 15
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NEED HELP TO START, MANAGE OR GROW A FOOD BUSINESS? Julie Poirier Mensinga Agriculture Development Advisor
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A good place to start is with the 2015 Guide To Food And Beverage Manufacturing in Ontario. Whether you are new to the food industry and working on a business startup or need assistance with the expansion of an existing operation, you will find the information in this guide and its easy-to-follow tools and templates will help you: • Plan for a food-processing business’s start-up and ongoing success • Take a product from concept to market • Set product price point • Find and sell to customers. Learn about the programs, services and resources that are available to food-processing business in Ontario You will find the Guide along with other OMAFRA resources for food-processing businesses at ontario.ca/foodbusiness. Need more help? For Northern Ontario, contact your local Agriculture Development Advisor. For Southern Ontario, contact one of our Business Development Consultants.
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Horticultural and Livestock Research and Innovation Centres
itates, coordinates and delivers applied research, innovation and commercialization activities that: • focus on the needs of Ontario’s horticulture industry • support competitiveness of the industry • meet consumer demands for innovative products Vineland’s main activities are: • coordinating and conducting applied research projects • use of knowledge translation and transfer methods to communicate their research results • supporting commercialization opportunities that bring new products and technologies to the marketplace • facilitating partnerships and collaboration among industry, academic and government organizations.
Purpose for the Centres • Focus research and innovation priorities on industry needs working across the value chain. • Drive innovation, creating new value-added products with economic and social benefits. • Maximize return on investment with state-of-the-art research infrastructure that enables scientific excellence, knowledge dissemination and industry adoption. The centres work collaboratively with agri-food partners to develop and implement research and innovation strategies and priorities, leading to industry competitiveness.
Livestock Research and Innovation Centre at Elora As part of a major reinvestment at the Elora research station, the Livestock Research and Innovation Centre is envisioned as an integrated, multi-disciplinary livestock research centre. A new dairy facility will come on stream in 2016 with additional building projects for other commodities anticipated in future years. Development of these new facilities stems from a collaboration between the University of Guelph, the Agricultural Research Institute of Ontario (ARIO), the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, the Livestock Research Innovation Corporation and the Ontario livestock sector. The University of Guelph manages the facilities at the Livestock Research and Innovation Centre.
Success Stories 1. Introduction of World Crops to Ontario Vineland’s World Crops project has created extensive interest in the production of new crops for Ontario. Fruits and vegetables native to Caribbean, African and Asian countries would have strong markets in the multi-cultural cities of Canada. By 2031, over 60% of Toronto’s population will be from ethnic backgrounds. OMAFRA, Vineland and others collaborated on research to determine best production practices for these world crops under Ontario growing conditions. They transferred knowledge gained from the research to Ontario farmers to encourage development of local sources of specialty produce that could replace imports. Vineland also worked with retail and food service partners to help expand the market pull for world crops produced in Ontario. The result – increased acreages of these crops in Ontario and receptive local consumers.
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ederal, provincial and territorial (FPT) governments are working together to develop the next agricultural policy framework. They want your feedback to help shape the direction of future policy and programs for the agriculture and agri-food sector. Tell them what you would like to see in the next framework. Submit your feedback on the Calgary Statement. The Calgary Statement was released by Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers of Agriculture on July 22, 2016. It outlines the key priority areas that will guide the development of the next agricultural policy framework. Comments accepted until November 30, 2016. http://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/about-us/public-opinion-andconsultations/share-your-experiences-and-ideas-for-thenext-agricultural-policy-framework/?id=1461767905189
The Livestock Research Innovation Corporation (LRIC) is a not-for-profit corporation established to provide a coordinated industry voice for livestock and poultry research in Ontario. The members of LRIC are major Ontario livestock commodity organizations including Dairy Farmers of Ontario, Beef Farmers of Ontario, Ontario Pork and the Poultry Industry Council. The Corporation facilitates collaborative research and coordinates research strategies and priorities across the livestock and poultry value-chain. LRIC also works to make sure that research knowledge coming from investments made by the livestock sector is effectively transferred to the industry.
Vineland Research and Innovation Centre Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (VRIC) focuses on horticultural science and innovation for Ontario and Canada. Located in the Niagara region, Vineland facil-
Photo 1. Production of World Crop: “We’ve been very impressed with the work that Vineland is doing to help develop the market for locally-grown world crops”, Bruno Bertucci, produce buyer, Longo’s.
2. Robotics for Repetitive Tasks in Horticulture Vineland, in collaboration with the horticultural industry, has initiated research and development for the use of robotics to automate certain tasks. They searched the world for available technologies that could be applied under Ontario conditions. The result – robots designed to automate the packaging of potted plants which would significantly reduce labour costs for producers. Vineland is now working with industry to promote the technology in commercial operations in the province. Continued on page 14
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Activists want pig scramble scrapped Tom Van Dusen AgriNews Staff Writer“ OMBARDY— “PIGS ARE SENSI-
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That’s the mantra of a small group of urban activists who protested outside the 150th Lombardy Fair Aug. 4-7. For the past few years, members of the Ottawa Animal Defense League have been trying to pressure the fair board into scrapping the popular event. So far, scramble organizers aren’t convinced. The controversial pig scramble was held several times over the long weekend fair, to the delight of squealing kids and their parents, despite being branded “inhumane and cruel.” Although they weren’t prevented, the protestors didn’t enter the fairgrounds. To his knowledge, said scramble organizer John Joynt, they’ve never witnessed the popular activity.
There’s no intention of cancelling the scramble because of pressure from activists, Joynt insisted. It could eventually be replaced by another event when the schedule is freshened up, including using a sow and litter to showand-tell that chops and roasts “aren’t made at Loblaw’s”. Introduced about five years ago, the scramble involves children entering a pen to chase young pigs around until they’re able to touch one of them… which warrants a small prize. Joynt explained that young scramblers were previously required to catch and hold a pig to win. However, that method was too time consuming and was replaced by sim-
ple touching. While the pigs squeal occasionally, it doesn’t sound like they’re in any particular distress. The kids actually take more harmless tumbles than their four-legged quarries. Urged on by high-octane announcer Hugh Colton, the entire process only takes a few minutes. Joynt and Colton, who explains to his young charges that squealing is how pigs communicate, insisted that no participants, four-legged or otherwise, have been hurt during a scramble. “It’s a lot of fun for everyone,” said Lynn Macnab who operated a leather booth opposite the scramble ring and has been Continued on page 19
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Fall Pasture Fertility Management After A Dry Summer Jack Kyle Grazier Specialist/OMAFRA
S Photo 2: The floriculture greenhouse sector may be able to use robotics to do highly repetitive tasks like packing potted plants or planting bulbs as pictured here.
Adverse Weather Resources Hugh Berges Manager, Field Crops/OMAFRA
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here are a number of areas of the province experiencing lower than average rainfall this growing season and many crops are stressed due to that lack of rain. OMAFRA and Agricorp are actively monitoring the situation across the province. Business Risk Management programs are in place to help farmers mitigate the risks that may be beyond their control. These programs work together by providing protection for different types of losses, including those resulting from adverse weather conditions. Farmers who feel they may be eligible for support under any of the BRM programs they are enrolled in, should contact Agricorp for further information. Ministry staff are available to provide producers and agri-businesses with advice and information on best management practices to help deal with the impacts of dry weather. Farmers are encouraged to contact the Agricultural Information Contact Centre (AICC) for information on any ministry resources: (1-877-424-1300) or visit ontario.ca/agweatherissues
Available Resources: OMAFRA Adverse Weather Resources: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/crops/weather/advers eweather.html OMAFRA Low Water Resources: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/environment/water _low.htm Business Risk Management Programs: Contact Agricorp at 1-800-247-4999 Business and Financial Management Resources: http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/busdev/agbusdev.h tml Contact the Agricultural Information Contact Centre (AICC) at 1-877-424-1300. Farm Financial Assessments: Ontario producers who are experiencing financial difficulty may qualify to access advisory services to complete a Farm Financial Assessment at no cost. This is funded by Growing Forward 2, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. Contact the AICC at 1-877-424-1300. Financial and Health Services: Literature available from the AICC at 1-877-424-1300 or OMAFRA Resource Centres - see http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/offices/ouroffices.htm l for details.
oil fertility plays a major role in fall pasture growth, the overwintering of the plants and the following spring’s production. Fall is a good time of year to help a pasture that is struggling from being overgrazed, stressed by poor growing conditions or a combination of both. Nitrogen is the key, but phosphorous and potash are important additions to getting pastures back into productivity. Grass pastures, particularly those with a large percentage of fescues, will respond to nitrogen with good fall growth if moisture is available. Use 50 to 75 pounds of nitrogen per acre. A return of 20 to 30 pounds of dry matter per pound of nitrogen applied per acre is possible with tall fescue, orchardgrass, bromegrass, perennial ryegrasses and reed canarygrass. How large the response will be depends on how soon the nitrogen is applied, the current condition of the field, the amount of moisture available and when the killing frosts start. By fertilizing, a producer can get fresh fall feed and better weed control. Early fall nitrogen applications stimulate fall tillering in grasses. The result is a stronger sod with fewer bare spots, and fewer sites for weed establishment. Fall applications of nitrogen are important to help grasses overwinter and grow quickly in the following spring. Grasses fertilized in the fall accumulate more nitrogenous food reserves which are used to support life in the winter and to start growth in the spring. An extra two weeks of productive pasture in the spring can be obtained from nitrogen applied from September to late October. If winter feed stocks are tight that extra two weeks is a major benefit! The nitrogen you apply in the fall will not affect the legume content in your pastures. Phosphorous and potash applied in the fall will also improve your pastures in the year after a drought. Surviving plants, particularly the legumes, will go into the winter in better shape and therefore have more chance of surviving the winter stresses. In addition, the nutrient status of the soil will be enhanced and this will help new forage plants establish next spring. Keep this in mind if you are planning to do any overseeding this fall or frost seeding this winter. The best way to determine phosphorous and potash requirements are with a soil test. The fertility management you choose to follow in the fall will have a major impact on the next year's grazing season. Even if there is another dry year the pastures will be ready to provide as much feed as possible.
Five Reasons to Shop at your Local Farmers’ Market 1. Strong Sense of Community/Support Family Farmers Farmers’ markets contribute to a closer and more meaningful sense of community. They bring community members together for business purposes that are conducted in a social and relationship oriented manner. They are a great method for farmers to establish a direct line of communi-
cation with consumers and form meaningful relationships. Farmers’ markets are beneficial to local economies. Consumers spend money within the community and buy locally grown produce instead of purchasing mass produced food that has been transported from thousands of kilometres away. This contributes to the job security of farmers which helps them to remain a successful business in the community. Buying locally grown produce helps to avoid major changes and the loss of farming businesses and farm land. Farmers can also form mutually beneficial partnerships with other local businesses which help to strengthen the business community, reduce business costs and reach more customers.
2. Food Quality: Taste Real Flavours Typically, the food found in farmers’ markets is fresh and high quality. Since the food is grown locally, it spends very little time in transit and in some cases may have often been picked hours before being purchased. This can be compared to the major grocery stores where food often travels for thousands of kilometres over a number of days before reaching consumers. Locally grown food ripens in the field, is picked in season and reaches consumers at its best nutritional quality and taste.
3. Know Where it’s Coming From Farmers’ markets allow consumers to ask questions directly to those who are responsible for growing the food. This opens up an important communication and information channel for consumers. It allows them to ask about food quality, the growing process, what was involved with making the food, if chemicals were used in the process and other important questions that may not be easily answered in a grocery store. Many consumers find this information reassuring at the point of purchase. This interaction builds trust between the farmer and the consumer.
4. Intimate Atmosphere at the Point of Purchase Farmers’ markets provide an intimate and fun environment for the whole family. It is unlikely that you will see families go to the grocery store for the day as a family outing. Instead farmers’ markets are often viewed as fun social attractions, which make for good family outings. Many offer fun events or games for entertainment purposes. A study showed that on average a shopper will have 15 to 20 social interactions at a farmers’ market, compared to one to two at a grocery store.
5. Adding Value Farmers’ markets often add a great deal of value to their products in different ways. Value adding to products is any enhancement that helps to increase its economic value. Adding value helps to build customer satisfaction and increase the likelihood of them returning. A few examples of farmers’ markets adding value to their product include: • Add nutritional information • Provide recipes • Suggest other local attractions in the area • Offer fun events (wagon rides or agri-tourism) • Small-scale food processing (personal) • CSA community supported agriculture (weekly food boxes).
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AWC East Continued from page 11 covering their registration and hotel accommodations.” Creating brighter futures for women in agriculture is not the only goal for the AWC, but creating a brighter future for all people involved in agriculture and all aspects of agriculture. This message is reiterated and supported by Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, and AWC East speaker, Deb Stark. After presenting at last year’s AWC East Conference, Stark is back to get her message across. Her 2016 AWC East presentation title is: Mud, Mascara and Other Grand Challenges - What lies ahead for food, agriculture and the women who will lead us? As with her presentation last year, Stark found an overwhelming amount of support and interest in her personal story at the conference. Stark noted that the interest in personal stories at the conference is a “powerful way of making people feel comfortable,” and reaching an audience in a different way. The presentations are not only facts and figures that rely on science and research, but stories that hit home about the participants’ successes and failures in the industry. Before Stark took her post at her current position, she spent a term as the first female president of the American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) in the early 1990s. This posting was a great surprise to Stark, since she had already been chosen to be the first female delegate on the board of directors for the AABP and to become president was not even on her radar. Stark recalls the assumption that she would never be nominated. While her position was a wonderfully positive experience, it is Stark’s hope that future women in agriculture leader positions will not have to experience the assumption of never being chosen for a high level role. Stark’s message and that of the AWC is to promote the idea to upcoming women and even current women in agriculture that they should strive for the leadership positions. It’s about creating the possibility for diversity. Under-representation is still a big issue in the agriculture industry. Around 25 to 30 per cent of farms are run
The AgriNews September, 2016 Page 15 or owned by women, but those numbers are not nearly matched in agriculture leadership. Another of the 2016 AWC East speakers, Executive Director of the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) Portia MacDonald-Dewhirst believes the low numbers of female leadership in agriculture to be in part due to the lack of role models. The CAHRC released the findings of their year-long research for the Supporting the Advancement of Women in Agriculture (SAWA) Project in April 2016. After attending last year’s East conference to raise awareness for the project, MacDonald-Dewhirst is returning to present the findings. The research included both men and women in order to discover the barriers faced by women looking to advance in the industry. MacDonald-Dewhirst cited a substantial difference claimed by men’s and women’s perceptions of the barriers for women. There
were 48.9 per cent of women who believe barriers existed for females in the agriculture industry, while only 14.6 per cent of men said they believe barriers existed for women or were not sure. Three main problems were identified from the survey to be the main barriers. The survey’s official press release states, “All of the survey respondents believed that balancing career and family responsibility, breaking into the “old boys club” and a lack of role models were the most prevalent barrier to women in agriculture.” The majority of the barriers were either physically experienced by the survey participants or the participants had seen others experience these barriers. The CAHRC is working to help organizations diversify their selection processes. The information gathered through the survey will help to promote and improve diversity. The CAHRC is also preparing an HR tool kit and guide book for agriculture industry organizations. MacDonald-Dewhirst said
that increasing the visibility of women in agriculture is vital to solving the problem. Conferences such as the AWC are places to do this. “It was energizing to be around these incredibly intelligent women and it was inspiring for up and comers.” Both women and men have to balance their careers and families. No one is exempt from the struggle to want to do it all. “The industry as a whole has a great opportunity to improve itself. More perspectives are better than one,” stated MacDonaldDewhirst. With the argriculture industry experiencing a huge shortage of around 60,000 workers, a number projected to double in 10 years, there is an opening for “women to get involved and step into some juicy roles.” What is most important for women. said MacDonaldDewirst, is to, “connect with other women in the industry and not limit oneself because of juggling career and family. Don’t be afraid to reach for those high level positions.” While women should not limit themselves to lower
level jobs for fear of not having their voices heard, Stark’s presentation is also meant to draw attention to the importance of those lower level jobs. Stark’s key message is to not leave behind the women who work on the farm and at home. The concept of women’s work in the farmhouse comes with a number of stereotypes, but Stark is adamant about drawing attention to the women who are running the farm, farm finances and the community events like their local 4-H clubs. Those are the women who are nurturing the next generation of agriculture industry workers, both male and female. While women are encouraged to strive for leadership roles in the industry, the roles at home and in the community are not to be forgotten. This is what the AWC is all about. Building networks, exchanging ideas and learning to appreciate all of the aspects in which women in agriculture are involved. Both men and women alike are encouraged to attend the
conference and start building a more diverse and better future for the agriculture industry. As Stark recalled from a Farms Start conference, a number of men spoke up to say, “I’m here for my daughters.” The AWC is about building an industry where women feel confident that their ideas will be heard, where they have the opportunities for advancement and they can help to grow and better the industry. Stark’s final advise to young women entering the industry was to make an informed decision. “It’s a tough world. An amazing place and an amazing world, but enter with your eyes wide open. Agriculture needs the best and brightest men and women from across the country. That’s a message I can get behind,” Stark concluded. This message is what the AWC is aiming towards. With a number of conferences scheduled in the coming years, the conversation about diversity in agriculture is sure to continue positively. Visit www.advancingwomenconference.ca for details.
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OMAFRA host 9th Crop Diagnosis Day by Jeff Moore AgriNews Staff Writer INCHESTER — THE ONTARIO MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD AND RURAL AFFAIRS (OMAFRA) IN CONJUNC-
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for Big Yields – Do inputs such as broadcast fertilizer, banding, foliar fungicides, and foliar feeding work? 3- Corn Nitrogen Management – Using Delta Yields for in-field comparisons. 4- Intensive Corn Management – Using strategic management to raise the yield bar. 5- Phosphorus, Soil Health and Water Quality – How do soil management practices affect soil and nutrient loss from intense storm events? 6- Interseeding and Other Cover Crop Options – Trying to fit a cover crop in? Interseeding might be an option for farmers–pros, cons and observations. 7- Wireworms – Everything you need to know about Continued on page 17
OMAFRA’s Jason Deveau (left) is a sprayer technologist and he explained the importance of spraying and mixing of chemicals. Moore photos
Jake Munro, from OMAFRA, displayed how to take care of the soil to keep it healthy for plant growth.
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Crop Diagnosis Continued from page 16 wireworms and more: The best way to find them, look-a-likes and the Pest Assessment Report. 8- Practical Precision Ag! – Drawing on results from the four-year
The AgriNews September, 2016 Page 17 GFO Precision Ag Project, discussed options available for developing management zones for Prescription Mapping. 9- Herbicide Selectivity in Corn, Soybean and Cereals – See which herbicide tank-mixes increase the risk of crop injury and get a first-hand look at some promising new weed control tools.
10- Xtend Soybean Technology – New dicamba chemistries prescribe larger droplets and higher water volumes. Explore their impact on efficacy and drift as we push the label to the limit. 11- Innovations in Forages Production – Working with new forage traits and ryegrass species.
OMAFRA’s Anne Verhallen talked about interseeding and other cover crop options. She also talked about the pros and cons of interseeding and observations.
Ben Rosser from OMAFRA talked about corn nitrogen management and using Delta Yields for in-field comparisons. Moore photos
Bryan Cook, of Crop Land Consulting, talked about insects, including wireworms. He also talked about the best way to find them, look-a-likes and the Pest Assessment Report.
Horst Bohner from OMAFRA manned the Soybean booth at OMAFRA’s Crop Diagnosis Day south of Winchester on July 28. Bohner explained that only 40 per cent of any soybean plant seeds and 60 per cent can but do not.
Joanna Follings , OMAFRA, and Dr. David Hooker, University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus, explained Intensive Corn Management and using strategic management to raise the yield bar.
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Lombardy Fair 2016 – 150th edition
Having just started competing this year, six-year-old Austin Ingleby who lives near Jasper pulled an impressive 186 ft. as the youngest competitor in the 850 lb. category of the lawn and garden pull.
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Ariculture has always been an important part of the Lombardy Fair. This year was no different as the 150th edition of the Fair took place on July 29 to Aug. 1. Photo above: Attending the Fair was a mooving experience for almost nine-month-old Evangeline Ghobrial of Bond Head who is seen with mom Samantha Ghobrial. Pinder-Moss photos
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Pig scramble Continued from page 13 doing so for the past three years. “No child or animal was hurt in any way.” But to protesters, the fair isn’t fun for everyone, particularly for “innocent young pigs.” According to those who want the scramble stopped, “the terrified pigs are subjected to the yelling of the onlookers in addition to being chased and manhandled, with the potential for physical injury as the excited children attempt to capture them.” The protestors state categorically the scramble causes physical and emotional harm to the pigs, prey animals which
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fear being chased. “They often urinate and defecate out of sheer terror.” No messes were made during the Monday morning scramble session. Depending on the number of children standing by, the scramble can
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be repeated right away; other contestants are invited to return in a few hours for the next round. There are two batches of six pigs which alternate in the ring. Joynt emphasized that the goal of all activities
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by Kalynn Sawyer Helmer AgriNews Staff Writer TTAWA – THE CANADIAN PLOWING CHAMPIONSHIP TOOK PLACE FROM AUG. 24, TO THE 27, IN OTTAWA AT ANDERSON LINKS GOLF COURSE. CO-CHAIRS ALAN HILL AND GIB PATTERSON BROUGHT TOGETHER A
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for the last year of planning. They have been both incredibly encouraging and supportive. Having the CPC in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario can do a lot to bring the Eastern Ontario agriculture to light. Hill said the more awareness that Ottawa and the surrounding agricultural areas get is always a good thing. Following the opening ceremony the VIP and Media Plowing Match commenced with Bob
Timbers driving the honorary first plow. Timbers was the very first CPC winner in Cobourg in 1953 and the 3rd place winner of the International match which took place during the same week. Timbers has long since left plowing to younger souls but has spent his life as part of a number of plowing associations in Canada and Internationally. His honorary plowing route won him a spot on the top five of the 2016 VIP match. A huge turnout for the VIP and Media Plowing
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Match was well met after the opening ceremonies with a light barbecue lunch and an awards presentation. Over the next four days, the competitors faced off in the hopes of representing Canada in Kenya in 2017. Those results were unavailable at the time of publication. More information about the CPC will be published in the October issue of AgriNews.
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CPC competitors old and new
Above: 1953 CPC winner Bob Timbers shows the VIP and Media Plowing Match participants how to make the perfect furrows. Top right: The Ontario Junior and Senior competitors pose for a photo ahead of SaturdayĘźs match.
The Vankleek Hill Fair was an unqualified success from Aug. 18 to Aug. 21. Above: Participants in the fourhorse hitch team driving competition line up for the judges. Left: 4-H dairy calves are judged with the busy midway in the background.
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Lanark County Plowing Match by Dianne Pinder-Moss AgriNews Staff Writer ANARK COUNTY — ON THE 200TH
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TAY VALLEY TOWNSHIP, ONE OF THE TOWNSHIP’S HERITAGE FARMS WAS THE SITE OF THIS YEAR’S LANARK COUNTY PLOWING MATCH.
Bonnieview Farms, owned by Lois (Moodie) Cameron and her son Brad on the Scotch Line Road, hosted the 2016 event on Sat., Aug. 20. “It is an honour to represent Bonnieview Farms and to proudly represent my ancestors who have gone before me,” Lois told the AgriNews as she chatted with some of the many attendees at this year’s event. The 100-acre dairy farm has been operated by the Moodie-Cameron family for 200 years. Interestingly, as Lois pointed out, there is a family connection to the plowing match. Brad’s wife Trina (Code) Cameron is a former Queen of the Furrow for Lanark County (1989-90) and Ontario Queen of the Furrow (1990-91). As in previous years, the plowing match was organized by the Lanark County
Plowmen’s Association. In addition, in celebration of Tay Valley’s 200th, a special Settlers’ Heritage Day was part of this year’s event. The Heritage Day program, which included antique exhibits and heritage crafts, sheep shearing, First Nations smudging ceremony and drumming, children’s activities and the presentation of ceremonial “Legacy Farm” certificates to farms in the township that, like Bonnieview, have been in the same family for 200, 150 or 100 years, was under the auspices of the 200th Anniversary Working Group of Tay Valley. For participants in the plowing match like Jean Marc Dessaint of Sarsfield who has been plowing for 17 years, the event is something to look forward to. “It’s really home grown – all the locals,” he stated. “I like that.” As to the secret to success for those competing in the plowing match, Dessaint responds that the straightness of the furrow is key. “If you are not straight, you lose points,” he noted. Reeve Keith Kerr says Tay Valley was proud to co-host the Lanark County
Above, Jean Marc Dessaint of Sarsfield is seen competing in one of the antique plowing classes. The tractor and plow both date back to about 1949.
Professional sheep shearer Ross Creighton is seen shearing a sheep. Pinder-Moss photos
Plowing Match in conjunction with the 200th Anniversary Settlers Heritage Day celebrations, which saw more than 1,000 people in attendance. “The day was a tremendous success with large crowds, great weather and a wealth of information, exhibits and displays featuring the agricultural community and historical roots
of Tay Valley,” he stated. “There were many competing and VIP plowers hitting the fields, all in good spirit and great fun. As reeve of Tay Valley Township, our municipality was proud and honoured to be partners with the Lanark County Plowman’s Association for this great event.”
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New on the Farm Precarious Plowing by Kalynn Sawyer Helmer AgriNews Staff Writer TTAWA – THE CANADIAN PLOWING CHAMPIONSHIP (CPC) WAS HELD AUG. 24-27, IN OTTAWA THIS YEAR AT THE ANDERSON LINKS GOLF COURSE. OVER THE SPAN OF FOUR DAYS,
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THE TWO WINNERS OF THE SENIOR KENYA IN 2017 TO REPRESENT CANADA IN THE INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION. AS THE WINNER, I AM DEEPLY HONOURED TO HAVE WON THE 2016 CPC AND AM SO EXCITED TO BE GOING TO KENYA TO REPRESENT CANADA. HA YAH RIGHT! JUST KIDDING. I did however have the wonderful opportunity to take part in the VIP and Media Plowing Match organized for the CPC on Wed., Aug. 24. Wow that was fun. Theresa Whalen, head of communications for the 2016 CPC, was at the helm and this year’s VIP and Media plowing looked to have tripled the number of participants from 2015. Six competition-sized plowing machines ranging in various makes and models were spread across a field and each tractor supported five to six drivers taking their consecutive turns. First up in my heat was AgriNews’ own Tom Van Dusen. With supreme poise and skill, Van Dusen manuCLASSES ARE THEN SENT TO
vered the course with ease, plowing the way for the rest of us. While the next three VIPs took to the field, I plotted my course and sought for helpful tips from the previous drivers and professionals who were standing by. The truth, however, is that when the largest tractor-like vehicle I have ever even sat upon is a riding lawn mower circa 1990, a competition plowing tractor is going to be a lot different. While the machines are not large in comparison to the modern farm plows, they are four or five times larger than my dinky lawn mower. Never-the-less I climbed on enthusiastically and looked to my trusty coach for the day to see me through. Coach Robert MacPherson is a hobby plowman who attends plowing events across the country and was a wonderful advisor for my first plowing attempt. Before my drive I observed the rather alarming tilt which overcomes the tractor as the wheels enter the furrow divot. All I could think was please do not tip. Thankfully it looked a lot worse than it was. When I got behind the wheel, the size of the tractor off-puts any tilted feeling. Coach MacPherson concentrated on the machinery at the back of the tractor, while we, the drivers, focused on remaining straight and true. While I’d like to say that my crooked and wonky furrows were mostly the cause of the competitors prior to myself, I would be doing my own creativity an injustice. I never was good at colouring inside the lines.
After completing one of the competitions widest and perhaps slowest U-turns in order to make my second pass, a rather large curve appeared behind my tractor. Instead of a nice straight line, I created a crescent. This was likely due to the fact that after the first pass with the plow I started to consider myself an old pro and rather than paying attention 100 percent, I began talking. Big mistake. As someone who often has an issue walking and talking at the same time, it was not a great idea for me to start gabbing while operating heavy machinery.
I was then asked if I’d like to look backwards and have my photo taken while driving. Oh wait, now that I think about it he had said stop driving during the photo. That makes more sense. Good thing I was in a wide open field. I call that a success. I did not win, or even come into the realm of winning, but I had a ton of fun. What a tough job! I have a lot of respect for the farmers back in the day who used to plow their fields with these machines and am really happy the modern machines are available for everyday farming.
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A UG . 14, TO 20. Concerns raised by the EOWC were: Extending natural gas into rural communities for the residential and commercial sectors, bringing improvements and expansions to the hydroelectricity transmission grid, making mobile broadband services more available while building a public safety network, urging the provincial government to focus on plans for rural economy growth and stemming the rising tide of Ontario Provincial Police and other emergency services costs. “In the case of energy costs, they are increasing at an unprecedented pace, with no end in sight, and the reality is that rural customers are shouldering a disproportionate burden compared to their urban counterparts,” stated Peter Emon, EOWC Chair and Warden of Renfrew County. “High energy costs force famiOF
lies to choose between electricity bills and other basic necessities and services, posing a growing threat of ‘energy poverty’ across our region and the province. They also hurt the growth potential of our businesses, which have also expressed the urgent need to address grid reliability issues and high expansion costs.” As part of its advocacy work during the AMO Conference, the EOWC delivered a written formal submission to the Ministry of Energy regarding the Province’s next Long-Term Energy Plan. The submission includes recommendations around making the necessary infrastructure investments needed for the expansion of energy systems; bringing a reliable flow of natural gas and electricity to rural and remote areas of Eastern Ontario; and advocating for more affordable energy solutions for rural Ontario. “We also spoke directly with Ontario ministers about other concerns that create significant financial burdens on municipal budgets, such as the rising cost of policing and emergency services, the broken interest arbitration system contributing to those escalating costs,
and the current legal system known as joint and several liability that holds municipalities financially responsible for issues often out of their control and jurisdictions, and raises their insurance premiums,” added Warden Guy Desjardins, of the United Counties of Prescott and Russell. “The EOWC has always sought to develop a reasoned, research and professional approach to working with the provincial government, which explains the importance of preparing for opportunities like the ones held over the past few days in Windsor,” concluded Chair Emon.
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The Eastern Ontario Wardens attend the 2016 AMO conference in Windsor from Aug. 14 to 20. Pictured are the Wardens with NDP representatives after their meeting. Wardens in photo included David Gordon, J. Murray Jones, Peter Emon (Chair), Guy Desjardins, Carol Moffatt, Henry Hogg, Frances Smith, Gail Code and Jamie MacDonald. Courtesy photo
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Wanna Make it Farm customer appreciation day by Kalynn Sawyer Helmer AgriNews Staff Writer OOSE CREEK – WANNA MAKE IT FARM LOCATED IN MOOSE CREEK HELD
ERIN LEDUC, PART-OWNER AND FINANCIAL/MARKETING MANAGER OF THE FARM, ORGANIZED THE DAY’S ACTIVITIES, WHICH WERE
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A real family business
Owners of the Wanna Make it Farm gather during their customer appreciation day. From left, daughter Erin Leduc, mother Sue Leduc, father Alain Leduc and son Pat Leduc. Sawyer Helmer photo
Three guest speakers kicked off the day before the catered lunch was served at 1 p.m. Leduc chose her speakers well, providing guests with a range of opinions and information to take with them. Leduc began the speeches by extending a warm welcome and concluded by saying, “We really appreciate all the great relationships and friendships we have with our customers and this is one of our ways of showing it.” The first speaker was Ed Hanson from Cangrow Crop Solutions. Cangrow specializes in fluid fertilizer and innovative fertilizer solutions. Hanson travels across Ontario, Quebec and
The dreadful drought
Guest speaker Cal Whewell touches on the many drought areas in both Canada and the United States during the 2016 season. Sawyer Helmer photo
the Eastern provinces working with his customers to determine the best services for their farms. His speech at Wanna Make it Farm also included his own personal observations and ideas about the future of farming. Hanson’s main message to attendees was to work through the negative con-
versations that surround agriculture. “There is so much negativity in agriculture, but we must push past it.” Hanson spends some of his spare time talking to communities and schools, educating the public on the benefits of agriculture and working to dispel damaging Continued on page 26
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Adding maple production to farm profits
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– ACCORDING TO STATISTICS CANADA, ONTARIO MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCERS PRODUCED APPROXIMATELY 2.2 UNVEGAN
MILLION LITRES OF MAPLE SYRUP IN 2011, VALUED AT $32 559-MILLION. ONTARIO IS THE PROVINCE THAT PRODUCES THE SECOND LARGEST VOLUME OF MAPLE SYRUP IN
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QUEBEC AND AHEAD OF NEW BRUNSWICK. In a study conducted in 2010 for the FĂŠdĂŠration des producteurs agricoles du QuĂŠbec (FPAQ), the maple sugar industry in Ontario has a strong development potential, especially on Crown land. Apart from its current economic importance, the sector has an important historical and cultural value, especially in rural regions. The Ontario sector is characterized by a tendency towards adding value through specialty products such as maple butter, candies, taffy and gourmet products. Furthermore, it has a competitive advantage in its proximity to important urban centres and
the United States market. Maple syrup festivals held in various towns and villages show the upward cultural and economic dynamics of an industry that is far from having reached its full potential. The Ontario Maple Syrup Producers Association (OMSPA), the main representative body of maple syrup producers in the province, counts approximately 500 members. The Association provides them with information, network services, marketing, and training. It also represents the maple syrup sector at various levels of government alongside private and academic partners. It provides consumers with information on the benefits of using maple products and on where to obtain locally produced maple syrup. Currently, Ontario maple producers can only supply 60 per cent of the Ontario market with the balance being imported from Quebec without factoring in exports. Any farm or woodlot owner wondering if maple products could add to their revenue should
know the answer is a resounding “yes�. Like many commodity groups the OMSPA attends many agricultural, woodlot, and conservation events each year promoting local producers and the association. At every event, they are approached by cash croppers or woodlot owners looking to add to farm revenue with questions on how to get started or costs involved. Several studies have shown that the sustainability of maple production will outperform the cash income produced by lumber production for a hardwood woodlot with proper management practices. What most people do not realize is that despite Quebec producing approximately 72 per cent of the world’s supply of maple syrup, Ontario actually has more tapable trees than Quebec and has the potential to dominate world supply. While there is a learning curve involved with maple production and equipment can be expensive, the maple season easily incorporates into cash
Sticky and sweet
Bryan Exley boils sap on his hobby-sized evaporator in Dunvegan, Ont. Courtesy photo
crop operations, hobby farms, and woodlots given the season arrives after a long winter of indoors but before any yardwork or seeding can take place. Maple production is a perfect add-on to your farm profits if you have a maple stand located on your property and it doesn’t necessarily need to be sugar maple. Any type of maple
tree can be used for maple syrup production although the season may be shorter and the sugar content lower using soft maples. Most people starting out will produce for the farm and perhaps some family and friends but production typically outgrows that supply and before you know it you are selling to local neighbours. The
biggest difference between Ontario maple and Quebec maple is the uniqueness of the flavour. Most Ontario producers only sell their own syrup which will have a unique flavour based on their trees, soil conditions, and processing techniques. Quebec producers all get blended into essentially a canning factory for a uniform taste but their logistics and distribution make it hard to compete from a price standpoint for the big shops like Loblaws or Sobeys. Produce a good quality syrup and you will have the local sales to support your maple business. Over the next three months, the OMSPA will be hosting three different workshops in Eastern Ontario. On Sept. 24, there will be a beginners course giving hands-on info on how to get started; on Oct. 22, they will be offering a more advanced course on syrup quality standards; and on Nov.19, a general maple workshop including how to price your syrup is scheduled. For information on any of these workshops, contact mapleinfo@easternontaiomaple.com.
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Wanna Make it Farm Continued from page 24 myths surrounding the industry. His advice to his audience was to “open up your farm.” The agriculture industry is now at a point where the role of educating the public falls onto the shoulders of the farmers. Hanson suggested he believes that farmers should be proactive about bettering their reputation and bring the truth about agriculture to the public. Along these lines Hanson also touched upon water erosion and the algae levels effecting the great lakes. His presentation cites organic matter levels to have dropped 38 percent over the last 50 years. While Hanson was adamant that the fault is not completely of Ontario farmers, he seemed to suggest that farms take some of the responsibility. Hanson’s presentation section which touched on environmental issues led him to reach out to farmers to join the discussion about the environment. The responsibility is not solely on the farmers, but they should work to be part of the solutions. “There is a need to make a difference and we need to be serious about maintaining organic matter in soil, for the sake of the future,” said Hanson. These solutions, Hanson suggested, have a lot to do with new ideas in the world of agricul-
ture. There is no right answer to farm solutions across the board, and, as he said, there is no silver bullet since every farm will need an individual solution. His message to his audience was to not be afraid to try new ideas. “It’s okay to make mistakes, not big mistakes but little mistakes are okay. When we collectively share our mistakes and successes we get to solutions much faster.” Hanson finished off his presentation and was met by a warm thank you from Leduc who noted Hanson’s insights and ideas to be both profound and debatable, but always appreciated. These sentiments seemed to also resonate with the guests. The second speaker of the day was Dow Seeds Quebec territory Manager Patrice Bouchard who brought information about the merger of Dow and DuPont to the event. The merger which is still under review but looking promising will merge the companies 50/50 and produce a market capitalization of $130-billion at its announcement. The companies will then split into three focused streams: agriculture, material science and specialty products. The pros as Bouchard aimed to point out were that a merger such as this would lead to the production of the very best pos-
www.agrinews.ca sible products. Having two leading companies join forces and share technology has the potential to create new age equipment and research that can seriously benefit farms. However, on the opposite side of the argument, concern was expressed by the attendees that merging the companies will cost farmers a lot more money. They are not wrong. By merging two opposing companies, farmers lose the upper hand. The loss of competition within the market means prices for the company’s technology will have the potential to rise substantially. The two companies will no longer have to try to beat the other’s prices. Instead, prices may steadily increase. The debate of the presentation was inconclusive since it is still yet to be seen which is the lesser of two evils: the potential for better technology sooner with higher prices or competitive prices with a slower innovation rate of technology. In the end, the only agreed-upon idea of the speech was that Dow’s and DuPont’s main concern and obligation is to their stakeholders rather than their customers. Leduc’s third scheduled speaker was marketing guru Cal Whewell from Ohio. As a grain marketing specialist from INTL FCStone Financial Inc., Whewell had a lot of advice about understand-
ing the market. What stood out the most in Whewell’s presentation was the idea that “the toughest part of grain marketing is what you think is a good price,” verses what is actually a good price. While there will always be exceptions to the rule, Whewell seemed to believe that $3.95 to $4.25 (USD) is consistently the best point of the market. Whewell said that his evidence comes from his study of over 125 weeks watching the grain market and being wrong as little as two of those weeks. While studying the market Whewell said he decided in his personal opinion that the currency range followed the market of crude oil’s trade range. He suggested that when the crude oil range goes up, so does the grain market currency range and vice versa. It is, however, as Whewell suggested, the job of the market to convince producers to plant or not plant, and what to plant. Whewell’s projections for the market assumed that in 2017 there should be six million fewer acres of corn planted globally. That area could then go towards soybeans and other products. Although with prices for corn projected to be on the high end, planting six million fewer acres is a hard sell. Whewell says this is where the market is not
doing its job. Whewell ended on his personal belief that the story told to farmers that the world is running out of land to be false. “We will always need to grow more and more products. But I believe that the story is wrong that there is no more land.” Whether or not Whewell is right about the global abundance of land, his idea that planting less acreage with greater yields might be a future to seriously consider. Regardless of the conflicting and sometimes radical opinions of the
three speakers at Wanna Make it Farm’s customer appreciation day, it sure gave attendees some ideas to mull over in their futures. This outcome was perceived to be exactly what Leduc had hoped. Farmers do not need to be coddled or shielded from new ideas. Events like this at Wanna Make it Farm provides a safe space to hear ideas, opinions and debate. As Hanson said in his presentation, when farmers collectively share their ideas and experiences, solutions come about a lot faster.
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South Mountain Fair Beef Show
4-H Novice Showman
The Dundas County 4-H hosted the Beef Showmanship Show at the South Mountain Fair on a soggy Sun., Aug. 21. In the Novice Showman, there were four competitors. The judge said they were all excellent showmen but he had to pick three of them with the two top ones in each class moving on to the premier championship round. Winning 1st place in the novice class was Brooklin Begg (in back) and in 2nd was Sammy Heuval (front). Moore photos
Junior Showman The Junior Showman winners were 1st – Chiara Farina (back) and 2nd – Dante Farina (front).
Intermediate Showman The Intermediate Showman winners were 1st – Liam Banks (right) and 2nd – Nicole Scott (left).
Senior Showman The Senior Showman winners were 1st – Laura Higgins (left) and 2nd – Holly Somerville (centre, next to Higgins).
Champions at the South Mountain Fair
Taking home the Grand Champion Showman was Laura Higgins (back right), Reserve Champion Showman was Holly Somerville (centre) and Honourable Mention was Chiara Farina (front left).
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SD&G, P&R local food challenge by Kalynn Sawyer Helmer AgriNews Staff Writer HESTERVILLE – THE LOCAL FOOD CHALLENGE FOR 2016 HAS COME AND GONE . T HE CHALLENGE RETURNED AFTER A SUC CESSFUL 2015 CHALLENGE AND IS HELPING TO PRO -
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St. Albert Curd Fest
The “Festival de la Curd” takes place on the fields beside the St-Albert Cheese Co-op. This year’s festivities, Aug. 18-20, included the antique baler (photo above left) hard at work, along with the people loading it, baling newly-threshed straw. It was also at the setting of the record for 111 working threshing machines set last year at this same festival. Also featured was a wine and cheese event, Sat., Aug. 20. Above right are volunteers Karine Greaves and Carla Pellizzari who were selling tickets for the wine tasting. Vetter photos
Navan Fair 2016 damp but popular by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer AVAN – THIS YEAR’S NAVAN FAIR
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As a result the Saturday heavy and light horse shows were cancelled and the tractor and truck pull was postponed until Sunday afternoon. But crowds turned out on Friday and Sunday, enjoying a break from the scorching hot weather preceding the Fair. The Fair opened on Thursday with the judging
of alpaca fleeces, the line classes of the heavy horse show, the Jersey, Ayrshire and Holstein cattle shows, and the mini classes of the demolition derby. Friday started with the alpaca show and the Fair exhibits, the antique tractor show outside, the hitches class of the heavy horse show and the ever-popular demolition derby on the
weekend. Entertainment at the Domes (refreshment tent) included the 1970’s band Chilliwack. Saturday was largely a wash-out, but included the evening entertainment headlined by Emerson Drive. Sunday included the horse, tractor and truck pulls, baby show, and beef show, which were well attended.
Antique tractors on display
The antique tractor and machinery display continues to attract vintage farm machinery enthusiasts from far and wide, including this 1953 Ford Jubilee (above right), owned by Richard Prud’homme of Limoges, and a 1962 Fordson Dexta (above left) owned by Almé Prud’homme of Vars. Vetter photos
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One reign ends and another begins by Kalynn Sawyer Helmer AgriNews Staff Writer RENVILLE COUNTY – WITH
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INTERNATIONAL PLOWING MATCH AND RURAL EXPO (IPM) FAST APPROACHING IN SEPTEMBER, THE REIGN OF ONTARIO’S QUEEN OF THE FURROW KATHRYN CHANT WILL BE COMING TO A CLOSE. THE 2016 IPM WILL BE HELD IN WELLINGTON COUNTY THIS YEAR AND CHANT IS
ambassador for the IPM and OPA. While at events during the year, Chant does her best to reach the large audiences and explain that the IPM really has something for everyone. Chant said she wished to get across just how much work is put into the IPM by the hundreds of volunteers and the hosting county.
and compete at the IPM annually. Chant’s parting advice to the future Queens is, “Say no to events that are happening the same day, we just can’t be in two places at once. During the week of the match, just be yourself, do your best and make your own personal goals. For myself, it was doing all the plowing
www.agrinews.ca adjustments myself to learn because I want to compete for plowing at the IPM within the next couple of years. I would also suggest to the new queen to bring someone along for the long travels because it is hard to
keep yourself company when driving from one side of the province to the next.” The next Queen of the Furrow will have big shoes to fill, but if they take Chant’s advice and be
themselves, Ontario will have a great new Queen of the Furrow. Chant concluded that she is “very excited for the IPM in Wellington County and wishes best of luck to the queen contestants.”
BUSY WITH ACTIVITIES LEADING UP TO THE SHOW.
Throughout her year as Queen, Chant has been to about 20 events before the beginning of August. Since the plowing season has gotten underway, Chant will be even busier, with seven events in just one week. Chant’s experience as Queen has shaped her life in a new way, and she said, “With the IPM being only a month away, I can’t believe how fast the year has gone by. My year as the Ontario Queen of the Furrow is something I will always cherish and never forget. I’ve spent the year travelling across Ontario, going to a variety of events from plowing matches and fairs to quilting shows, agricultural banquets and celebrations. Every community and county I travel to have a strong passion for agriculture and it’s nice to see many of today’s youth involved with their plowing matches, 4H clubs and their family farms. The Wellington County community, IPM committees, and the Ontario Plowmen’s Association (OPA) together have been working countless hours to make this year’s match the best one yet.” As an ambassador for the event, Chant has spent the summer season promoting the 2016 IPM and this year’s motto – a “Fresh Taste of Farming.” Chant said some of the highlights of her year as Ontario Queen of the Furrow were, “Being the first Grenville County Queen to achieve the title of Ontario Queen of the Furrow, the OPA Convention where I met all the Queen contestants and giving them insight and advice for their competition this fall, and the Grenville County plowing match director Mel McGuire being proud to be the only county to have two Queens at the 2016 IPM .” Being a Queen of the Furrow is not all fun and games. Chant spends a lot of her time being an
A trio of Queens of the Furrow
Ontario Queen of the Furrow Kathryn Chant stands centre between Stormont County Queen of the Furrow Alyssa Waldroff (left) and Glengarry County Queen of the Furrow Brittany MacIntosh at the 2016 Avonmore Fair. Courtesy Chant photo Chant’s role bring challenges to break stereotypes and work to have her voice heard. One of the issues important to Chant was making “the public know what the Queen of the Furrow competition is about.” Chant recalled a moment when a bystander at the 2015 match called the Queen of the Furrow Competition a beauty contest for the girls. “I try to explain to the public what we do in the competition, things like speeches on agriculture, plowing ability, knowledge in agriculture and promoting the women involved in agriculture.” All of the skills which Chant has used and developed over her year as Queen of the Furrow have had significant effects on her life. “It has significantly boosted my confidence and my public speaking abilities and has grown me into the person I am today. I have had the opportunity to travel across our province, meet many new people and see a different angle of the planning that goes behind the scenes at the IPM,” said Chant. While her year as Ontario Queen of the Furrow might be coming to an end, Chant’s involvement in the IPM will continue well into the future. Chant said she was determined to continue to attend
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Seed growers take stock at AGM
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TTAWA—OTTAWA VALLEY SEED GROWERS PRESIDENT CECIL CASS WAS THROWN IN THE STOCKS AT
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Cass had done no wrong. Rather, the Vankleek Hill area field crop and maple syrup farmer had done a lot right during his first of two terms in the OVSG president’s chair. The short stint in the stocks came during a bus tour which stopped at Ontario’s oldest prison dating back to 1825 and decommissioned in 1998. It’s now a tourist attraction. Jokes flew about which members of the Seed Growers should be left at the jail when the bus departed. The tour was arranged by Cass as part of the organization’s 2016 annual meeting held at nearby Vankleek Hill fairgrounds. The Seed Growers are best known as sponsors of the annual Ottawa Valley Farm Show held at Ottawa’s EY
Centre. Well into his eighth decade, Cass shows no sign of slowing down, and his contribution was acknowledged with a warm round of applause from meeting attendees. The meeting encompassed business portion, ham, scalloped potato and home-made pie lunch, and the tour including the Cass farm… 1,200 mostlyowned acres of cropland and a 90-acre sugar bush. The final stop was at Vankleek Hill’s pride and joy, the wildly successful Beau’s Brewery where samples of various beverages were on the house. Over the past decade, the Beauchesne family has transformed a defunct leather factory into a multimillion dollar craft brewery. During the meeting, association SecretaryTreasurer Arlene Ross reported on the association’s sound financial status. The financial statement included OVSG sponsorships and donations to the Children’s Hospital of
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Cecil Cass Eastern Ontario, agricultural research, 4-H, and other causes totalling more than $35,000. For the first time, the association has placed funds with Hensall District Co-op along with its investments in traditional banking institutions. In September, members will visit the coop as part of a bus tour to the Outdoor Farm Show. In other business, the executive was reappointed,
and an election was held bringing on three high-profile Eastern Ontario farm leaders as directors-at-large: Colleen Acres of Osgoode, Lois James of Russell, and Don Giff of Smiths Falls. George Nesbitt (left) with Barry Dean, president of Vintage Iron & Traditions of Eastern Ontario, during a visit to the Renfrew Allis-Chalmers collection. Continued on page 33
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Proposed abattoir needs funding by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer THENS — BARBARA SCHAEFER
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IS A WOMAN ON A MISSION, AND IT’S A MISSION THAT WILL BENEFIT PEOPLE OF EASTERN ONTARIO, BUT ACCOMPLISHING HER GOAL OF REOPENING A CLOSED ABATTOIR NEAR ATHENS IS MORE DIFFICULT THAN IT SEEMS LIKE IT SHOULD BE.
The benefits of reopening the slaughterhouse, which is a relatively new facility at about 20 years old and which would be able to meet most of the onerous conditions imposed on small slaughterhouses, are many. It was built knowing the newer regulations and with the anticipation of changes that came later. A retired meat inspector hired as a consultant produced a 25-page report and said costs of only $30,000 to $40,000 would get it up to the very latest standards. Small abattoirs are declining in numbers, with many closing or about to be closed, partly because most facilities are in older buildings and updating to the equipment and standards required provincially and federally is just not worth it for owners who are aging themselves. Yet small abattoirs, even if older, can be safer places to have animals butchered than large plants, simply because the smaller numbers allow less cross-contamination. The call for
relief from government has been loud for over a decade, as fewer slaughterhouses become available for small farmers to take their livestock to. Schaefer would be looking at beef, pork, lamb and goat butchering. She would not be taking poultry at the beginning, but suggests that now, with the broadening of artisanal chicken production having been recently announced, an increase in the need for both types of abattoirs is anticipated, even while fewer people are willing to own them. When Rideau Meats in Smiths Falls closed, Schaefer, who has been selling pork for nine years and knew the facility well, had the idea of setting up the Athens one as a nonprofit venture called Farmersville Community Abattoir, which would operate in perpetuity. She has incorporated a not-for-profit corporation and wants to avoid the problems of the past. “I’m trying to avoid the single owner problem, where the place is purchased, the business does well, and the owner siphons money away from it to support another venture.” She also says, “With this particular model up and running, even if I die someone else can take it on.” However, financing, not surprisingly, is the biggest obstacle to her plan. She needs about $220,000 and
$1,750 in fines for failing to tag deer
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ETERBOROUGH – TWO ONTARIO MEN HAVE $1,750 FOR HUNTING OFFENCES. Garry Manuel, of Brantford, pleaded guilty and was fined $1,000 for failing to immediately attach his deer tag to a deer which he hunted and Gerald Jones, of Warsaw, also pleaded guilty and was fined $750 for being party to the same offence. The court heard that on Nov. 11, 2015, conservation officers visited Jones’ hunt camp in Belmont Township, Peterborough County, and discovered an antlerless deer that had not been tagged. Subsequent investigation revealed that Manuel possessed a valid antlerless deer tag for the area in which the two were hunting but failed to tag the deer in order to retain the tag for future use. Justice of the Peace Jason Mariasine heard the case in the Ontario Court of Justice, Peterborough, on Aug. 11, 2016 and made the decision to fine the two men. For further information on hunting regulations, please consult the Ontario Hunting Regulations Summary available at ontario.ca/hunting. To report a natural resources violation, call the MNRF TIPS line at 1-877-847-7667 toll-free any time or contact your local ministry office during regular business hours. You can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). BEEN FINED A TOTAL OF
believes that with it the business could be ready for licensing in four to six weeks. The 1.2 hectare (three acres) property is already zoned for industrial/commercial/abattoir. She reports lots of interest and support from the community, including a donated appraisal which valued the real property at $165,000, but two potential lenders also want her own farm added as security as well as a personal guaran-
tee. Farm Credit Corporation, which would normally be one of the most likely lenders was “burned on that property” in the past, she says, so now isn’t interested. “That’s why we need a bunch of people who are owners.” She is still highly enthusiastic. “It’s a beautiful property. It’s large enough to hang 200 sides of beef at one time. I want to start with killing on one day a week, probably Saturday, and move to two days a week in time.” She is looking at other
types of funding, including membership in the not-forprofit corporation at a cost of $1,000 per member, but says, “It would take me years to get the funding necessary if that was all I relied on.” The National Farmers’ Union has also helped by producing a feasibility study for the project. “The numbers are really good.” No surprise there, as the need is high. “It’s always busy in slaughterhouses! It should succeed, and do well — there’s money to be made.”
The value to producers would be great, as well as to consumers, butchers, store owners and restaurants. Supporters of humane meats, heritage breeds, small farms and organic farms are hopeful about the project. Small flock poultry producers also look forward to the idea. Schaefer wants to add a separate poultry facility later. “There’s a 2,500 sq.-ft. space that’s now just for storage.” The main slaughterhouse is 5,500 sq. ft. To help, contact Schaefer at 613-340-7353.
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ALUS open presentation to farmers in Prescott County
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T-BERNARDIN – PRESCOTT COUNTY WILL BE HOSTING A FREE PRESENTATION ON MON., SEPT. 12, FROM 7 P.M. TO 9 P.M. AT THE CALEDONIA COMMUNITY CENTRE, 6900 COUNTY RD. 22, ST-BERNARDIN. THE PRESENTATION IS
AIMED AT FARMERS IN THE AREA IN ORDER TO HELP THEM ACHIEVE A HEALTHY BALANCE BETWEEN THE CONSTRAINTS OF FARM PRODUCTION AND THE NEED TO PROTECT THE QUALITY OF THE SOIL, WATER AND AIR FOR THEMSELVES AND THEIR COMMUNITY.
Brendan Jacobs will be the speaker. He represents Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS), a program developed and delivered by farmers and ranchers who recognize the unique role they play not only in producing food but also in improving an
Seed Growers Continued from page 31 Members were updated by Communications Committee Chair Shelley McPhail on the finalized new logo which illustrates with stylized crops rising from a farm field the mission to provide an annual showcase for championship seed, feed and forage products, modern agricultural equipment and technology, livestock breeds, and related services. When the farm show was launched in Renfrew County, it was a rotating seed and feed competition. Over 90 years, it evolved into a multi-faceted exposition with the seed and feed component still at its core; it was centralized at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa
environment that impacts the whole community. ALUS contributes to creating conditions likely to benefit productivity while enhancing wildlife and natural landscapes. As part of this program, participating farmers receive payment for the environmental services they provide by controlling soil erosion, improving water and air quality, and supporting wildlife habitats as well as biodiversity. Jacobs will also cover the various projects that are currently underway or completed in Eastern Ontario. Registration is at 7 p.m. with the presentation, a break and questions to follow. Interested parties can RSVP to Marie-Josée Lambert at mjlanbert29@gmail.com or 613-861-0214.
and relocated six years ago to the EY Centre near Ottawa International Airport. In preparation for its 90th anniversary next year, the farm show is undergoing a rebranding exercise encompassing everything from its logo and web site, to signs, banners and custom clothing. Taking place March 1416, 2017, the 90th show coincides with Canada’s 150th anniversary, another reason to make the celebration as significant as possible. Special displays, entertainment and guests are being planned. With the help of a professional consultant, the colours chosen for the new logo are modern variations of the traditional purple and gold. The shape is cir-
cular and includes the words: “Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Farm Show since 1927.” The logo has been applied to business cards, information sheets and will be an important feature of the new web site now under construction. Site features will, for the first time, include online ticket sales and fully interactive booth renewal and application forms. The new logo is much easier to read than the one it replaces which shows three flying geese in a crowned circle with the slogan: “We aim at the best.” The exact origin of the logo has been long forgotten and members have noted there’s no love lost these days between farmers and Canada Geese.
Apply Now! The Ottawa Rural Clean Water Program is now accepting applications for 2016. Next application deadline is September 30. Grants of up to $15,000 are available for agricultural best management, water protection and land stewardship projects. Farmers in rural and urban Ottawa and landowners within rural Ottawa are eligible to apply. Free site visit provided by program staff! Delivered in partnership with Mississippi Valley, Rideau Valley, and South Nation Conservation Authorities. For More Information: LandOwner Resource Centre 1-800-267-3504 ext. 1136 www.ottawa.ca/cleanwater
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Stream sampling data collection complete
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TTAWA – SOUTH NATION CONSERVATION (SNC) RECENTLY COM-
PLETED STREAM SAMPLING IN THE C ITY OF O TTAWA THROUGH THE C ITY STREAM WATCH PROGRAM THAT RECRUITS CITIZEN SCIENTISTS TO ASSIST IN DATA COLLEC TION TO IMPROVE STREAM HEALTH .
SNC is part of the City Stream Watch Collaborative formed in 2014 that consists of dedicated environmental organizations, including Rideau Valley and Mississippi Conservation Authorities and other interested groups. “The goal of the program is to collect consistent data in order to report on the health of urban and rural streams across the City of Ottawa,” said SNC Science and Research Assistant Brent Harbers. Monitoring results then help target restoration initiatives and landowner stewardship actions to improve stream health and water quality. In previous years, City
SNC Navan data collection
From left are SNC Stewardship Student Carly Hutchinson, SNC Science and Research Assistant Brent Harbers, and Maren Catt, volunteer. Courtesy SNC photo
Stream Watch restoration initiatives included tree planting, garbage pickup and stream bank restoration. This year’s focus monitoring area was McKinnon’s Creek, near Navan. Five volunteers contributed over 40 hours and assisted SNC staff in sampling four kilometers of stream. Data collection
involves walking the entire length of the stream and assessing stream health at predetermined intervals. Fish observations, wildlife, stream morphology and water chemistry are all recorded. Among this year’s monitoring highlights, approximately 16 fish species were sampled at 10 different locations along the stream.
“We encourage the integration of volunteers with all aspects of the monitoring program, from assisting with data collection to taking action with restoration projects,” mentioned Harbers. Based on this year’s monitoring results, various habitat enhancement projects are planned in the upcoming months to improve stream health.
COBDEN AREA Modern Turnkey Dairy Operation including dairy cows, heifers plus 61 kg of milk quota. 300 acres - all tillable drained land located in one block. Modern tie stall barn with tunnel ventilation. Valmetal feeding system. Large heifer barn. Includes 2 quality homes. Call Ross for more details, 613-433-1133. COBDEN AREA 80 acre partially tile drained farm with brick bungalow. used for cow calf operation, with several other buildings on property. Call Ross for more details, 613-433-1133. COBDEN AREA 250 acre farm with creek. Presently used for cow calf CALL ROSS PEEVER operation. Approximate 200 acres tillable. Beautiful stone home with addition added in 2007. FOR FURTHER DETAILS Call Ross for more details, 613-433-1133.
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Farm to Table by Kalynn Sawyer Helmer AgriNews Staff Writer VONMORE – LAST SUMMER
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AUGUST, THE AVONMORE BERRY FARM AND THE QUIRKY CARROT, FROM ALEXANDRIA, PARTNERED
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Quirky Carrot owner Julia Graham wished to cater an evening of locally sourced foods with the help of a farm and approached the Berry Farm about the project. Both parties were eager to hold the event which turned out to be a huge success. Due to the success of that event last August, the two partners teamed up again for a three-part series of dinners in order to reach a larger audience. David and Pamela Phillips, owners of the Avonmore Berry Farm, are enthusiastic to educate people about where the food they are eating is coming from. As a produce farm, the Phillips wish to express to their guests how important it is to buy local and understand the work and hands behind the fruit and vegetables produced. The sun was shining and the smell of barbecued chicken was in the air as the first evening of
the three summer series dinners was held on Thurs., July 28. Appetizers and drinks began at 6 p.m., accompanied by a tractor ride through the produce fields with David Phillips providing commentary and answering questions. Yves Gauthier was manning the grill while Graham and her team worked tirelessly in the kitchen. Gauthier, a Treager grill rep from Alexandria, showed off the Treagar wood pellet grills that added to the ambiance of the evening by using certified pellets made with no animal byproducts and cooking up succulent locally sourced chicken. Owner of Rurban Brewing, Andy Rorabeck and his wife Karen were present serving cold brews while Glen Needham, owner of Highway 29 Winery, popped the corks off some sweet summer wines. The tractor ride entertained guests as a highly informative look into the lives of the Phillips' farm. David Phillips, who is passionate about crop rotation and maintaining the ideal health of his fields, named off the dozens of different produce and showed guests the 26,000 ever-bearing strawberries that are planted and pruned by hand each year. The Avonmore Berry
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A dinner of barbecued chicken, fresh salads, potatoes and more filled up the plates at the Farm to Table dinner series in July. Sawyer Helmer photo
Before the berries Avonmore Berry Farm owners David and Pamela Phillips stand proud with their children Megan and Andrew Phillips in front of the ever-growing strawberries, during the farm tour and Farm to Table dinner in July.
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Dinner series Continued from page 39 Farm works 80 to 90 acres of land onsite, while also working 60 acres owned by son Andrew Phillips, and two surrounding farmland areas of 100 and 30 acres. David Phillips expressed the intent to keep moving around and acquiring more land in order to maintain their field health and crop rotation schedule. David Phillips’ final point during the tour was, “It’s all about education.” The importance of educating the public about where their food comes from was prominent the entire evening. After the tours and appetizers, dinner was served up in a buffet style. Fresh kale salads, coleslaw, roasted potatoes and juicy chickens made for a delectable
www.agrinews.ca spread. The chicken was sourced from Langview Farms, all produce was provided by Avonmore Berry Farm, ice cream came from the Kawartha Dairy Association, and there were Rubicon blueberries for the strawberry shortbread dessert. Graham was thrilled with the success of the evening and made the guests a delicious local meal. She expressed high hopes for the coming events and was positive that next summer would bring similar educational dinners. Graham was also keen on working with different farms to expand the Farm to Table dinners and bring the education of local foods to all the surrounding communities. Other dinners planned for anyone interested to enjoy included one for Aug. 25 and third for Sept. 15. Each dinner has a limit of 50 tickets which can be bought by emailing avonmoreberryfarm@gmail.com.
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OMB reform – is it time? by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer ARKHAM — RUSSELL TOWNSHIP COUNCILLOR AMANDA SIMARD ATTENDED A CONFERENCE IN MARKHAM
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EARLIER THIS SUMMER REGARDING REFORMING THE ONTARIO MUNICIPAL BOARD. SHE RECENTLY SAT DOWN WITH AGRINEWS TO DISCUSS THE ISSUES, ALMOST ALL OF WHICH HAVE THE HARDEST IMPACT ON RURAL MUNICIPALITIES AND ON FARM LAND.
“There were over 100 councillors from across the province there,� said Simard. “They were mostly from rural municipalities and those are the ones who are the most angry with the OMB. The big cities weren’t here, but why would they be? They’re happy.� She explained the frustrations of being in lower tier government and having careful plans upended by OMB decisions. “A municipality adopts an official plan, it’s approved by the province, so we have an official approved master plan. But anyone can appeal a decision.� Any time a municipal council denies a zoning change or development permit the decision can be appealed at the OMB, which is a quasi-judicial provincial government
agency which acts as an adjudicative tribunal. It makes decisions independent from the government. In recent years, the majority of its decisions have sided with developers and against the municipalities, to the point where municipalities now sometimes simply grant zoning or permits that are against their own plans or which are highly unpopular, just to avoid a costly lawsuit at the OMB that will probably lead to defeat. “Developers use it as a way to bypass councils,� said Simard. “It’s frustrating because we have a vision and along comes someone else. One decision can change all our careful thought.� The session she attended was the first in what is expected to be several, and focused on using brainstorming to write recommendations for the ministry in charge. She believes there should be regional representation on that board and she spoke of the ruralurban divide. “People in urban areas don’t understand that we have reasons for our decisions. We should have five regions in Ontario with rural and urban representatives for each region.� Another proposal that came out of the meeting is in regards to the grounds for appeal. “If we’ve followed the rules and plan-
ning principles and a council’s decision is not in bad faith, why can it even be appealed?� That is a question that advocates for farmland and maintaining character of small communities have been asking for decades. “We need guidelines for grounds on which decisions can be appealed.� Tom Relkes of Aurora took the initiative that had this new committee formed. On June 23 of this year, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs announced it is
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ATHLETES OF LAST MONTH’S
RIO 2016 OLYMPICS, THE FUELLING WOMEN CHAMPION’S
FUND COMES AT A GOOD TIME.
YOUNG WOMEN
ACROSS THE NATION ARE BEING INSPIRED BY THE STORIES OF THE FEMALE
OLYMPIANS. IN THE WAKE OF THIS INSPIRATION,
CANADA’S DAIRY FARMERS ARE GIVING AWAY 20 GRANTS OF $5,000 EACH IN 2016 THROUGH THE CHAMPIONS FUND. The Champions Fund was created by Canadian dairy farmers and is meant to empower the female athletic community and promote dairy and milk as a good source for
muscle recovery in athletes. The 20 grants will go to deserving female athletes, sports teams or athletic organizations from communities across Canada. Any female Canadian athlete aged 13 or older can apply for themselves, their team or their organization. The organization created by Canada’s dairy farmers is supported by a number of prominent Canadian female athletes including Gold Medal curler Jennifer Jones, Canadian hockey Olympic Gold Medalist Natalie Spooner and the 2016 Rio Bronze Medalists of Women’s Rugby Canada, among others. The deadline for applicants is Sept. 29, and winners will be announced in November.
reviewing the scope and effectiveness of the OMB and is accepting feedback on a many topics based on input received during public and stakeholder consultations on the Smart Growth for Our Communities Act (Bill 73) enacted in 2015. The MMA website states the government is developing a consultation paper that will be released in fall 2016 for further comment. Comments can be sent to OMBreview@ontario.ca.
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TD Canada Trust
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MARKED THE END
OF AN ERA FOR THE
KEMPTVILLE COLLEGE. THE CAMPUS, A VITAL EASTERN ONTARIO LEARNING ESTABLISHMENT FOR THE ONTARIO AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE, PART OF THE UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH, CLOSED ITS DOORS FOR GOOD. The closure has affected many families and individuals in the Eastern Ontario area who relied on the Kemptville Campus to further themselves and enter into the agriculture industry with proper training. Without the campus nearby, aspiring students will have to travel to Guelph for their studies or resort to fouryear programs at nearby universities. Theresa Schoones, a graduate from the 1981 class, believes students will not bother with ag education now that there is no nearby campus. “Not having a nearby campus hurts the community. I believe people will not bother and instead learn from their parents. Doing
Together with their spouses, the 1981 Kemptville College graduates reunited for their 35th anniversary since graduating from the agriculture program. Courtesy Schoones photo
four years of university is sometimes not an option. It’s sad,” Schoones said. Despite the closure, Schoones along with a committee of eight others decided to organize the 35th reunion for the 1981 class. There is usually a reunion every five years, but this year’s marked one of the largest turnouts. Schoones noted that the 1981 students were, “a very close-knit class.” Organizing the event took about five months, and brought alumni from as far as British Columbia and Prince Edward Island. Schoones said, “We covered the country.” The reunion was held at Bert and Wendy Molenaar's farm near Navan. The class came together despite the college closure proving just how important the agricultural community is to so many people. The old campus will be missed, however Schoones mentioned talk about another mini reunion in three years. The school might not be open, but students will never forget how important Kemptville College was to their lives.
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