Ontario Forage Network

MFGA 2024 Grazing Day
2024-09-19 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto)
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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
2024-07-12 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Agriculture - More Than Food Event
2024-06-24 09:00 - 10:30
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

Pasture Walk - Meaford, Grey County
2024-06-22 09:00 - 12:00
When: June 22, 2024, 9 am to 12 pm(please note, the date of this event has changed, it was originally scheduled for June 15)

Where: Meaford, Grey County

Theme: Movement & Waterline Demos, Predicting Cattle Performance from Grazed Pasture

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.

Grey County Beef BBQ & Dance
2024-06-01 17:30 - 23:30
This event is being hosted by The Grey County Beef Farmers, and the Grey County Jr. Farmers on June 1st at the Rocklyn Arena. It’s an evening of good beef, and entertainment. Dining starts at 5:30 – 7:30 PM, followed by the Dance and a Live Auction hosted by Ritchie Brothers. There is a cash bar including non alcohol beverages.

PLEASE TAKE TIME TO REVIEW ALL OUR GREAT SPONSORS ON THE POSTER, without whom we would never be able to hold such an event.

TICKETSDinner & Dance: $35.00 / Children are $20.00Dance Only: $10.00

TICKETS are available by calling:Darrell Saunders – 519-373-6788Andy Ormsby – 705-351-4177Matt McKinnon – 780-718-9318

Farm Financial Fluency Training
2024-05-28 12:00 - 14:00
MWAF and Farm Management Canada are pleased to present the Farm Financial Fluency training program to Canadian women in ag and food.

Please be prepared to attend all three sessions to get the most out of the program. Sessions will occur on:

May 28, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.June 4, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.June 11, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

All times listed in Central Time (CT)

About the Program

Financial literacy is a fundamental starting point for effective business management, helping producers and entrepreneurs understand the direct impact of their business decisions, and opportunities available going forward.

Learn more and register at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/farm-financial-fluency-training-registration-861066201187

Pasture Walk - Stella, Amherst Island
2024-05-11 10:00 - 13:00
When: May 11, 2024, 10 am to 1 pm

Where: Stella, Amherst Island

Theme: Fencing Clinic & 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.

LRIC Farming Innovation Tour at Gilbrea Farm
2024-05-09 10:00 - 14:00
LRIC is excited to host their latest farming innovation tour on May 9th at Gilbrea Farm with AgSights and Bob Wilson, a beef and cash crop operation with an emphasis on implementing technology!

Cost is $15. Lunch will be provided, be sure to wear appropriate footwear. Bus will be picking up at 150 Research Lane, Guelph, at 10 am and returning at 2 pm.

For more info and to register, head to https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lric-farming-innovation-tour-gilbrea-farm-tickets-869449225037?

AGRI Tech Venture Forum
2024-05-01 08:00 - 2024-05-02 16:00
The AGRI Tech Venture Forum is an annual event that serves as a converging point for global ag tech leaders. Industry giants, investors, accelerators, and innovators provide insight on the latest sector headwinds, technology milestones, and key challenges facing the future of ag tech.

Premium Networking: Ag Tech Executives, Entrepreneurs, Investors, Corporate Strategics, and more.Start-Up Showcase: A showcase featuring outstanding growth and early stage ag tech companies.Business Intelligence: The latest investment and innovation trends direct from industry experts.

Held at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel in Toronto, Ontario.

Opportunities with Switchgrass - Halton Soil and Crop Improvement Association Spring Meeting
2024-04-24 17:45 - 20:00
Halton Soil and Crop Improvement Association Spring Meeting

Date- Wed April 24, 2024

Location- Glen Young, Halton Hay/Empire Switchgrass, 6800 Bell School Line, south of Derry Road

Time- starting 5:45 pm Come and socialize with your fellow farmers over Pizza and refreshments. Please bring a chair if standing is an issue.

Program @ 6 pm:

-Glenn will explain about his operation for processing switchgrass and hay for a variety of farm and non-farm markets.

-Jamie Fisher President of the Ontario Biomass Producers Co-op and the Hay processors co-op, will talk about markets and prospects for the future.

-Nancy Van Sas our regional communication coordinator will speak about the many programs being offered by the OSCIA at this time. Including the RALP program which encompasses switchgrass.

She will also talk about dosimeters to measure nitrogen gasification from fertilizer applications.

Thank you to Ontario Biomass Producers Co-op for providing the pizza and refreshments.

Ontario Hay and Forage Co-op Annual General Meeting
2024-04-17 13:00 - 15:00
Join the Ontario Hay and Forage Co-op for their Annual General Meeting.

Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 1 pm to 3 pm.Location: Marhaven Agri, 7715 Wellington Rd 8, Alma, ON, N0B 1A0

Register at https://events.eventzilla.net/e/ontario-hay-and-forage-coop-annual-general-meeting-2138603803

Biomass - Biocarbon Seminar
2024-03-22 10:00 - 14:00
Interested in learning more about biomass and biocarbon? Attend the Ontario’s Agricultural Biomass Based Activated Biocarbon seminar.

When: Friday, March 22, 2024Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (EST) – includes lunchWhere: Richards Building, University of Guelph, Ontario

Organizer: Prof. Animesh Dutta – Bio-Renewable Innovation Lab (BRIL)

Funded by Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA U of G alliance KTT activity).

Ontario Biomass Producers Co-op AGM 2024
2024-03-19 10:00 - 14:30
Join us to learn about about the latest research and market updates. Get a chance to chat with fellow producers. Consider becoming a Director – there are open positions. Attend in-person or online. Lunch is provided for those attending in-person.

Check out the AGM Agenda here.

Location: Puslinch Hall at Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton, ON

Learn more about the Ontario Biomass Producers Co-op here.

Profitable Pastures 2024
2024-03-05 20:00 - 2024-03-07 20:00
The Profitable Pastures FREE webinar series starts on March 5th, 2014. Get the most out of your pastures with the information and tips provided by these speakers:

Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 8pm EST – Joe Dickenson: Getting started with rotational grazing

Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 8pm EST – James Byrne, OMAFRA Beef Specialist: Maximizing animal performance on pasture

Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 8pm EST – Dallas Mount: Ranching for profit

More details to follow on the website.

Forage Focus 2023
2023-12-05 12:00 - 2023-12-07 12:00
Ontario Forage Council is pleased to offer the Forage Focus webinar series again in 2023! We will be hosting one webinar per day for three consecutive days: December 5, 6, and 7, 2023 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm EST. Please spread the word!

Tuesday, December 5, 2023 – Matt Groen – Value of Feed Quality

Wednesday, December 6, 2023 – Christine Brown – Soil Health Value

Thursday, December 7, 2023 – Pat Lynch – Forage Value as a Cash Crop

Registration: https://events.eventzilla.net/e/forage-focus-2023-2138618222?p

Additional program and speaker details as they become available: https://onforagenetwork.ca/ontario-forage-council/forage-focus/

Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.

Forage Expo 2023
2023-07-06 10:00 - 15:00
The Ontario Forage Council (OFC), in conjunction with the Bruce County Soil and Crop Improvement Associations, is proud to announce the date for Forage Expo 2023 – Forage Equipment Demonstrations and Trade Show.

This year we are fortunate to be hosted by:

The farm of Barry Ribey and family, 857 Concession Road 12, Kincardine, ON N0H 2C0, Bruce County on July 6, 2023, 10 am – 3pm

**Please note** When using Google GPS enter “Concession ROAD 12”. Just “concession 12” will not bring you to the right spot.

Rotational Grazing Pasture Walks
2023-06-24 09:00 - 2023-08-12 13:00
Our Advanced Grazing Mentors are going to show us how it’s done! Join us for one or all three pasture walks to learn more about the elements of rotational grazing.

•fencing demos

•water systems

•carrying capacity

•precision pasture management

•networking and more….

Ontario Hay and Forage Co-op AGM
2023-03-25 12:00 - 16:00 | 7715 Wellington Road 8, Alma Ontario, 7715 Wellington Rd 8, Alma, Ontario, Canada
Marhaven Agri will host the Ontario Hay and Forage Co-op AGM at the dryer and compaction facility!

More details available soon!

7715 Wellington Rd 8Alma, Ontario

Ontario Biomass Producers Coop AGM
2023-03-21 10:00 - 14:00
Join us in person, or online to learn about exciting new market developments!
