Agricorp appoints new directors Thursday, May 12, 2011 by PAT CURRIEAgricorp is pleased to welcome two newly appointed board members: Rod Stork and Murray Porteous. The lieutenant governor-in-council appointed Stork and Porteous for three-year terms, which began earlier this year.Both new board members bring a wealth of experience in Ontario’s agriculture industry and have significant involvement with a number of industry organizations, the agency said in a news release. Porteous is a partner in Lingwood Farms Ltd., , 850-acre fruit and asparagus grower with $480,000-plus in annual sales located midway between Waterford and Simcoe in Norfolk County. He has had significant involvement with a number of industry organizations, including previous roles as chair of the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers' Association, the Ontario Agricultural Commodity Council and the Agricultural Research Institute of Ontario.Rod Stock of Guelph spent more than 30 years with the Ontario ministry of agriculture, food and rural affairs (OMAFRA) during which time he has been chair of the Ontario Farm Products Marketing Commission and director of economic development. Following retirement, he served as part-time chair of the Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs Appeal Tribunal. In 2008 and 2009, he facilitated the Grains and Oilseeds Working Group, which led to the formation of the Grain Farmers of Ontario.As an agency of the Government of Ontario, Agricorp works with partners to support the agriculture industry by delivering provincial and federal government programs help producers manage risk and remain financially secure. BF Insurance may cover hive beetle damage Black appointed interim president of Landowners Association
Early Career Research Award supports two Guelph research initiatives Friday, July 4, 2025 The was presented to two University of Guelph researchers at the recently held Livestock Research Innovation Corporation (LRIC) symposium. Dr. Kelsey Spence received $40,000 towards her work in on-farm biosecurity research, and Dr. Sam Workenhe was awarded $60,000 to further his... Read this article online
Grape Growers 40th Annual Celebrity Luncheon has Dr. Hayley Wickenheiser Friday, July 4, 2025 The Grape Growers of Ontario’s marks the opening of the by showcasing Canadian personalities and celebrating the annual grape harvest. This year, in partnership with Meridian Credit Union, Ontario’s largest credit union and the third largest in Canada, the Grape Growers of Ontario... Read this article online
Ontario crops respond to summer heat Wednesday, July 2, 2025 According to the OMAFA Field Crop News team, Ontario field crops are showing rapid development as summer-like temperatures have dominated late June early July. The warm spell has accelerated growth and helped reduce the heat unit deficit from a cool spring. Corn fields have seen a burst... Read this article online
Canada’s Place in Global Food System Resilience Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Canada’s food system is facing serious pressure due to global supply chain issues, climate change, and rising food prices. According to a KPMG report, bold and united action is needed now to make Canada’s agriculture sector more resilient and self-reliant. With the global population... Read this article online
Calf Auction Raises Funds for Youth Monday, June 30, 2025 Wyatt Westman-Frijters from Milverton won a heifer calf named Ingrid through a World Milk Day promotion by Maplevue Farms and a local Perth, Ontario radio station. Instead of keeping the calf, 22-year-old Westman-Frijters chose to give back to the community. The calf was sent to the... Read this article online