Ontario Forage Network

Agriculture - More Than Food Event
2024-06-24 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Toronto)
The Halton Region Federation of Agriculture and Halton Region are hosting a breakfast event on Monday, June 24, 2024. It’s a chance to learn first-hand about other facets of the agricultural sector that also drive economic growth.

When: Monday, June 24, 9:00 am to 10:30 amWhere: Country Heritage Park – Carriage Building, 8560 Tremaine Road, MiltonCost: None (breakfast included)Register: hrfa@outlook.com

Bus Trip - Tile Drainage Innovations & Brewery Tour
2024-07-02 08:00 - 17:00
Georgian Central Soil & Crop is hosting a bus tour on Tuesday, July 2nd, 2024. Tour Garvey Glen Watershed drainage projects, Huronview Demo Farm, and Cowbell Brewery.

Coach bus picks up participants in Markdale at 7:15am, Walkerton at 8:15am, and Lucknow at 9am, with the return trip starting at 5:00pm.

Space is limited so register early!

Cost: $30 per OSCIA member, $40 per non-member. Includes food all day and transportation.

Pre-registration is mandatory by June 25th. Email georgiancentralscia@ontariosoilcrop.org or call 519-986-3756.

On-Farm Biodiversity Workshop
2024-07-04 00:00 - 23:59
CQPF is hosting an On-Farm Biodiversity Workshop on July 4th. The event will be at François Poirier Farm in Ste.Agathe, Lotbinière, Quebec, a beef cattle farm.

For more information, visit the CQPF Facebook page.

Ontario Forage Expo - Huron County
2024-07-04 10:00 - 15:00
See the latest forage equipment and demonstrations.

When: Thursday, July 4, 2024Where: 43843 Harriston Road, Gorrie, Ontario

This is a FREE event! Lunch will be available on-site at a nominal fee, and no pre-registration is required.

For more details, visit our website.

Presented by Ontario Forage Council and Huron County Soil & Crop Improvement Association

Beef Production Serving Biodiversity
2024-07-10 00:00 - 23:59
CQPF is hosting a Beef Production Serving Biodiversity Workshop on July 10th. The event will be at Grazing Days Farm in St. André D’Avellin, Quebec, a beef cattle farm.

For more information, visit the CQPF Facebook page.

On-Farm Pasture Workshop
2024-07-12 00:00 - 23:59
CQPF is hosting a Beef Production Serving Biodiversity Workshop on July 12th. The event will be at Domaine La Balzane in St. Simon, Quebec, a beef cattle farm that serves as CFGA’S rotational grazing demonstration site.

For more information, visit the CQPF Facebook page.

Ontario Forage Expo - Eastern Valley
2024-07-12 10:00 - 15:00
See the latest forage equipment and demonstrations.

When: Friday, July 12, 2024Where: 1781 St. Isidore Road, St. Isidore, Ontario

This is a FREE event! Lunch will be available on-site at a nominal fee, and no pre-registration is required.

For more details, visit our website.

Presented by Ontario Forage Council and Eastern Valley Soil & Crop Improvement Situation

On-Farm Pasture Workshop
2024-07-16 00:00 - 23:59
CQPF is hosting an On-Farm Biodiversity Workshop on July 16th. The event will be at Patch Farm in Brome, Quebec, a varied animal production on pasture farm.

For more information, visit the CQPF Facebook page.

Pasture Walk - Oro-Medonte, Simcoe County
2024-08-10 09:00 - 12:00
When: August 10, 2024, 9 am to 12 pm

Where: Oro-Medonte, Simcoe

Theme: Rotational Grazing for Soil Health & Carbon Cycling

Mentor: TBA

Location details will be provided after registration. Lunch is provided and there’s a networking hour following the event for those who wish to participate. The event is free of charge but registration is required and space is limited. More details to follow.

Learn more on our website.

Pasture Walk - Melancthon, Dufferin County
2024-08-17 09:00 - 12:00
When: August 17, 2024, 9 am to 12 pm

Where: Melancthon, Dufferin

Theme: Winter Feeding & Water Systems

Mentor: Birgit Martin and Mike Swidersky

Location details will be provided after registration. Lunch is provided and there’s a networking hour following the event for those who wish to participate. The event is free of charge but registration is required and space is limited. More details to follow.

Learn more on our website.

On-Farm Pasture & Biodiversity Workshop
2024-08-24 00:00 - 23:59
CQPF is hosting an On-Farm Biodiversity Workshop on August 24th. The event will be at Le Paysan Gourmand Farm in St.Félix-de-Kingsey, Quebec, a beef cattle farm and CFGA rotational grazing demonstration site.

For more information, visit the CQPF Facebook page.

Expo-Champs
2024-08-27 00:00 - 2024-08-29 23:59
CQPF and CFGA will be present to discuss with producers performance measurement in terms of hay production, pasture breeding and soil health, as part of the largest open-air agricultural event in Quebec.

For more information, visit the CQPF Facebook page.

Canada's Outdoor Farm Show
2024-09-10 08:00 - 2024-09-12 17:00
For three days each September, Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show transforms the site at Discovery Farm Woodstock, Ontario into a 100-acre+ showcase of live demonstrations featuring ag equipment, a variety of crops, livestock products and much more.

For over 30 years, Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show has been bringing together visitors and exhibitors from across Canada and beyond, to show everything from the biggest tractors to the smartest ways to manage your crops.

Each year, over 40,000 people and more than 700 exhibitors are excited to attend Eastern Canada’s largest outdoor farm show – an experience where the latest in agricultural technology comes to life in the field.

Join us at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show to celebrate what we do best, learn from each other and see what’s on the horizon for farming.

MFGA 2024 Grazing Day
2024-09-19 10:00 - 16:00
MFGA proudly presents an on-farm, hands-on one-day learning opportunity for interested farmers and ranchers at Nerbas Bros Angus (NBA) around grazing, herd genetics, drones and fencing.

No Participant fee. No rain date. Some parts of the day will require you-drive to fields. Speaker Bios and Pre-Registration at MFGA.net. Pre-registration is mandatory for lunch and attendance numbers.

2024 Ontario Sheep Farmers AGM & Convention
2024-10-25 13:30 - 2024-10-26 17:00
Unlocking Profit Potential

Join Ontario Sheep Farmers at the ultimate Ontario Sheep Convention and AGM, where sheep enthusiasts gather for an exciting program and networking opportunities.

OCTOBER 25th and 26th, 2024Cambridge Hotel Conference Centre700 Hespeler Rd. , Cambridge, Ontario

NEW FORMAT THIS YEARAGM – Friday afternoon, October 25Banquet – Friday evening, October 25Convention – Saturday, October 26

This year there are 2 Satellite Locations on Saturday:Eastern Ontario – South Fredericksburgh Hall, NapaneeNorthern Ontario – Kerns Hall, New Liskeard

Visit https://www.ontariosheep.org/2024AGM for more info.

MFGA Regenerative Agriculture Conference
2024-11-12 08:00 - 2024-11-13 17:00
MFGA 7th Annual Regenerative Agriculture Conference, “Open Minds – Open Opportunities”

Held November 12 – 13, 2024 at the VIC Inn Hotel & Conference Centre in Brandon, MB.

The conference will feature national and international keynote speakers, an outstanding trade show with many opportunities to engage with vendors and a silent auction. As well, thanks to an exciting agreement with Holistic Management Canada, a free kids program will be offered to families attending the MFGA conference.

Check here for the Agenda and Registration.

CFGA Annual Conference 2024
2024-12-03 08:00 - 2024-12-06 17:00
We’re heading to Guelph, Ontario Dec. 3 to 6 for the Canadian Forage and Grassland Association’s (CFGA) 15th annual conference. The CFGA is excited to partner with the Ontario Forage Council on this not-to-be-missed event that will celebrate the important environmental and economic role forages and grasslands play in Ontario, across the country and around the globe.

This year’s theme is Roots to Success: The Foundation of Resilient Agriculture. During this not-to-be-missed three-day event, we will learn about exciting and cutting-edge happenings in the forage sector and gain valuable information and inspiration for anyone involved in the forage and grassland sectors across the country.

2024 Agrivoltaics Canada Conference
2024-12-03 08:30 - 17:00
Welcome to the Agrivoltaics Canada Conference!

Join us at the University of Guelph for a day filled with insightful discussions, innovative ideas, and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting in the field, this event is perfect for anyone interested in the intersection of agriculture and solar energy.

Get ready to hear from industry experts and explore the latest technologies and policies in agrivoltaics. Don’t miss this chance to connect with like-minded individuals and gain valuable knowledge to help shape the future of sustainable farming practices.

Mark your calendars and secure your spot today for the Agrivoltaics Canada Conference at the University of Guelph!

Hay Exporter and Marketer Social
2024-12-05 18:00 - 20:00
Taking place on Dec. 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. the Hay Exporter and Marketer Social is for those involved in or interested in getting involved in hay exporting and marketing. This is your opportunity to connect with key people with industry knowledge, learn about hay marketing and exports and discuss the opportunities and challenges in the hay marketing sphere. This event is free to conference registrants, though you must choose yes to attend this event during the registration process for the full conference or Day 2. The cost for non-conference registrants is $30. The ticket price includes the cost of food and drink. A cash bar will also be available. Email info@canadianfga.ca with questions.

Forage Focus
2024-12-06 08:00 - 17:00
Wondering about the hay market opportunities in Ontario? Come out to Forage Focus in December for a tour of some facilities and to hear about different avenues for hay production.

Check out the event page for more information! Subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date.

Email admin@ontarioforagecouncil.com to be put on the list for sponsorship and tradeshow opportunities.

Forage Focus will be held in conjunction with the CFGA Annual Conference being held in Guelph, December 3- 6. For more details about the Conference, visit here.

We look forward to seeing you in December!

Species at Risk on Farms: What you Might See and How to Find Them (Webinar)
2024-12-11 12:00 - 13:00
Join the Ontario Farmland Trust in a series of free online webinars to explore pressures on farmland, learn about solutions, and share innovative ideas. There will be a new topic for each webinar, and we will be joined by professionals from across Ontario, including land-use planners, lawyers, conservation organizations, and more. Join us over your lunch break from the comfort of your home, field or office.

Farms can be incredible habitats for many species, including those at risk. Join OFT, and Meagan Morey from Blazing Star Environmental for an in-depth exploration of some of the key species at risk you might encounter on Ontario farms. In this webinar, we’ll review the habitats where these species thrive, how to identify them, and actions you can take to help protect them.

Farming with Conservation in Mind (Webinar)
2025-01-16 12:00 - 13:00
Join the Ontario Farmland Trust in a series of free online webinars to explore pressures on farmland, learn about solutions, and share innovative ideas. There will be a new topic for each webinar, and we will be joined by professionals from across Ontario, including land-use planners, lawyers, conservation organizations, and more. Join us over your lunch break from the comfort of your home, field or office.

Farms of all sizes and types can play a crucial role in supporting conservation and biodiversity. Join Angela Straathof of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association and Brenda Hsueh of Farmers for Climate Solutions for a practical exploration of best management practices (BMPs) that you can implement on your farm to enhance its ecological value. From improving soil health to creating habitats for wildlife, this webinar will provide you with actionable insights to make a positive environmental impact, no matter what kind of farm you operate.

OSCIA Annual General Meeting and MicroSmart Deep Dive
2025-02-04 08:00 - 2025-02-05 17:00
Join OSCIA for the 2025 Annual General Meeting and MicroSmart Deep Dive, an exciting learning day on the topic of soil micronutrients. This two-day event draws farmers and agricultural professionals from across Ontario for industry updates and practical science-based learning. All are welcome!

Both events will take place in downtown Kingston at the Kingston Marriott (285 King Street East, Kingston, ON K7L 3B1).

You’re invited to have your say as a member and get the latest OSCIA updates at the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, February 4th, 2025. The AGM is an opportunity for OSCIA members from across the province to meet up and connect. The excitement doesn’t end there; dive into the world of soil micronutrients at our Deep Dive learning event on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025.

To view the program for both events, please click here. The program may be subject to change, please stay tuned for more details.

Learn more here.

Beef Farmers of Ontario Annual General Meeting
2025-02-19 08:00 - 2025-02-20 17:00
The Beef Farmers of Ontario (BFO) is pleased to invite you to join us for our 63rd Annual General Meeting, which will take place on February 19 & 20, 2025 at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre, 655 Dixon Road, Toronto. The two-day meeting will welcome over 400 beef farmers, industry partners and government officials, and with direction from our delegates from across the province, will help set the course for BFO in 2025.

Find more information here.

Profitable Pastures
2025-03-04 19:30 - 2025-03-06 20:30
Ontario Forage Council’s popular Profitable Pastures webinar series happens March 4th to 6th this year. The nightly webinars happen from 7:30pm to 8:30pm EST each night and cover a variety of topics of interest to pasture and grazing managers.

Visit our website for more details.

High Performance Forage Workshop
2025-03-05 08:00 - 2025-03-07 17:00
The Canadian Forage and Grassland Association is offering a three-day intensive training tointerested parties across Canada. As the recognized national forage organization, the CFGAstrives to develop further resources to support the production and marketability of Canada’sforage industry. This workshop will provide an opportunity for agronomists and technical teamsto further develop their knowledge of forage performance to better support producers acrossCanada. This workshop will be open to agriculture and environmental staff, agrologists, andother industry professionals, and will be offered both in-person in Manitoba and virtually.

This workshop will take place on March 5th-7th, 2025, at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg.Led by Dr. Dan Undersander from the University of Wisconsin, with support from subject matterexperts, attendees will be walked through a comprehensive, detailed agenda over three days.Breakout discussions and activities will allow for theoretical knowledge application forattendees’ respective contexts. A full agenda is attached (please note – agenda is subject tochange).

Attendees are expected to participate throughout the workshop, with 15 continuing educationunits (CEUs) available for CCAs attending in person upon workshop completion.Each registration includes workshop reference materials. In-person registration includes cateredbreaks, and lunch on the second day.In-person: $510/person – Individual rate$350/person – Group rate (minimum of 5)Virtual: $170/person – Individual online rate

Please note: CEUs are only available for in-person attendance.French translation is available for virtual attendees.Register HERE: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9nfqfp8Questions? Contact Emma at learning@canadianfga.ca

Ontario Biomass Producers Co-op Annual General Meeting
2025-03-18 10:00 - 15:30
Save the date! The Ontario Biomass Producers Co-op AGM is coming up on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 10am to 3:30pm at The GrandWay in Elora. Agenda coming soon!

Register at: https://www.eventzilla.net/e/ontario-biomass-producers-agm-2025-2138667363

Grazing Plan Workshop - Online
2025-03-24 19:00 - 2025-03-26 21:00
Ontario Forage Council has Grazing Plan Workshops coming up!

Workshop #1 – March 24 & 26, 7pm to 9pm EST – Online

Workshop #2 – April 5, 10am to 3pm – in Codrington

Workshop #3 – April 12, 10am to 3pm – in Markdale

Our mentors will help guide you through the process of creating your grazing plan. Come prepared to do the work!

The workshops are free but registration is required.

Learn more at https://onforagenetwork.ca/ontario-forage-council/advanced-grazing-mentorship-program/

Keeping "Excellent" Farm Records With MS Excel
2025-04-03 19:00 - 21:00
Presented by: Emily McKague, Grey Ag Services

Learn how to create and manipulate Excel spreadsheets to manage data on your farm. In this course we will cover basic features, learn how to use formulas and sorting functions, and create record keeping templates for things like financials, herd management or simple rations. Participants should bring their own laptops with MS Excel installed as it will be an interactive workshop.

Date & Time: Thursday April 3rd, 7:00 – 9:00 pm.

Location: Hybrid – attend in-person at Grey Ag Services or online through Zoom.

Course fee: $20.00.

Please register by emailing info@greyagservices.ca or calling 519-986-3756​

Working and Training Livestock Guardian Dogs
2025-04-05 13:00 - 16:00
Presented by: Anne Poirier, EMCA-P, IAABC-ADT, CTDI, CCFC. SDJ, AACE, Peartree Animal Wellness Center

This course will cover the difference between breeds and what to consider when getting an LGD; the importance in socializing your pup/new LGD; and how and when to introduce them to livestock.  Anne will also cover various training methods she uses for different situations as well as various ways to trouble shoot problems such as chasing, guarding humans instead of livestock, or guarding food station and food bowls etc.

Date & Time: Saturday April 5th, 1:00 – 4:00 pm.

Location: Hybrid – attend in-person at Grey Ag Services or online through Zoom.

Course fee: $20.00.

Please register by emailing info@greyagservices.ca or calling 519-986-3756​
