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Small Farms Worn Down by Cyber Fraud
Over 85% of Canadians report fatigue from regular cyber fraud attempts, emphasizing the critical need for improved online security practices. Read more
How to help farmers become more resilient to extreme weather and climate
Canada and Ontario invest $12.2M in 213 projects to enhance farmland resilience, boosting soil health, biodiversity, and sustainability. Farmers can still apply for available funding today. Read more
Ontario's fruit and vegetable Growers donate $25K to charity
Ontario's fruit and vegetable farmers donate $25,000 to Second Harvest, enhancing food distribution and aiding families during Agriculture Week. Read more
Mindful Füd - vegan hunnie from waste apples
A new initiative in Salmon Arm creates vegan hunnie from rescued apples, emphasizing sustainability and community involvement in combating food waste. Read more
Celebrate Local Heroes with Kubota Contest
Nominate your local hero in Kubota’s Community Hero contest to support Canadian charities. Enter by November 3rd. Read more
OFCAF and Perennia to hold poultry manure education session Oct 24th
The session deals with the economic and agronomic value potential of poultry manure. The session is open to both seasoned professionals or those just curious about entering into the poultry sector. Read more
FEATURES
Cultivating Oats - A Small Farm's Guide
Learn how to efficiently grow oats on your farm. Dive in and amplify your soil quality now! Read more
Growing Sage - Easy Tips for Beginners
Discover how to successfully grow sage in your garden; start today and enjoy its benefits! Read more
Grow Savory Easily in your Home Garden
Master the art of growing Savory, a versatile herb, in your garden. Start planting now for robust flavors! Read more
Successfully Grow Stevia with these Simple Steps
Discover how to grow Stevia in your garden for a natural sweetener. Follow these easy steps to start your Stevia plants today! Read more
Notes from the Larkspur Supper Club
The Power of a Good Story
As farmers, we have a wealth of great stories to tell and we should never forget their power to move an audience to action. Read more
CALENDAR
Oct 15, 2024
Equipment
The 1835 M tractor from Massey Ferguson
If you are looking for a piece of equipment with a small frame, 35 horsepower, 72-inch skid steer style bucket and 1,900 lb lifting capacity you may want to consider the new 1835 M tractor from Massey Ferguson. Read more
New RX40 Series tractors from KIOTI
If you are looking for a piece of equipment with better forward sightlines and maintenance access you may want to consider the new RX40 Series from KIOTI. Read more
The GrandStand MULTI FORCE from Toro
If you are looking for a piece of equipment to handle tasks all year round you may want to consider the new GrandStand Multi Force from Toro. Read more
CS20 sub compact tractors from Kioti
If you are looking for a multitasking tractor for small acreage you may want to consider the new CS20 series from Kioti. Read more
Introducing the Fendt 200 Vario Series
If you are looking for a built in guidance you may want to consider the new 200 Vario Series from Fendt. Read more
Poultry
Health and wellness: 6 tips for disease free birds
Whether you have a large or small flock of poultry, flock health is your TOP priority. Amy Hogue provides some important information on biosecurity 101, protocol tips, information on common diseases and coop management. Read more
Raising happy chickens
What is happiness to a bird? Living out its days scratching, pecking, drinking, eating, clucking, and (if you’re a hen) laying eggs? Amy Hogue has a few tips that will keep your flock happy and healthy. Read more
Home butchering 101
It’s important to ensure everything is set up ahead of time, using a well thought out assembly-line system so the job runs smoothly from start to finish. Read more
A poultry success story
Merrifield Farms is an excellent example of small farm innovation and excellence Read more