Fast and reliable Internet: are we getting close on the farm? Thursday, December 22, 2016 Better Farming investigates rural Internet access challenges and highlights some of the developments which promise improvements Across the province, farmers struggle with access to reliable, high-speed Internet. Rural service can be interrupted by wind and precipitation – and plans can be costly. Download speeds can vary significantly by location; farmers dependent on wireless Internet can expect download speeds of 1.5 to 3.0 megabits per second (Mbps), while rural residents in Glencoe in Middlesex County can expect upwards of 26.0 Mbps. But the situation seems to be at a turning point. Both the provincial and federal governments, for example, have invested in SWIFT (SouthWestern Integrated Fibre Technology). This not-for-profit "aims to build an ultra-high-speed fibre optic regional broadband network for everyone in Western Ontario," according to its website. Satellite imagery: Multi-use, multi-purpose Right of passage
Canada Opens Interprovincial Alcohol Sales Tuesday, July 21, 2026 A major change to Canada's internal marketplace is set to create new opportunities for wineries, breweries and distilleries after nine provinces signed a landmark agreement allowing direct-to-consumer sales of alcoholic beverages across participating jurisdictions. The deal is being hailed... Read this article online
Leeds County Federation of Agriculture & Leeds Soil & Crop Improvement Association Hosts Drone Demo Demonstration Tuesday, July 21, 2026 The Leeds County Federation of Agriculture (LCFA) and the Leeds Soil & Crop will host an educational and fun-filled day on September 2, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM at the Lombardy Fairgrounds. The community event combines a live Agricultural Drone Demonstration with a social barbecue and... Read this article online
2026 Strawberry Growers Overcame Challenges to Provide Good-Quality Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Ontario Strawberry Season Continues Through July The 2026 strawberry growing season presented several challenges for Ontario strawberry growers. A colder-than-normal spring delayed crop development in many parts of Ontario, pushing the start of the harvest season later than usual.... Read this article online
Applications open for Grain Farmers of Ontario Innovation Fund Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO) is now accepting applications for its 2027 , a program aimed at helping businesses develop new markets and increase demand for Ontario-grown grains and grain-based products. The fund will provide grants of up to $75,000 per project, covering up to 60... Read this article online
Some Challenges Related to the 2026 Raspberry Season in Ontario Monday, July 20, 2026 Only400 acresof raspberries are grown in Ontario each year,producing1,237,000lbsof raspberries, but what a delicious crop it is. The prized summer fruit is a favorite among consumers for its bright flavor, versatility, and nutritional benefits, making it one of Ontario's most recognized... Read this article online