Fork more pork, in Argentina Tuesday, March 2, 2010 Folks in Argentina are well known as the biggest consumers of beef in the world. They are also known for being somewhat . . . er . . . macho. So it's hard to say how effective President Cristina Fernandez's pitch for the country's pork industry will be.The news agency Reuters reports that Fernandez told pig farming leaders that eating pork was more effective than taking Viagra. Her experience was related to a previous weekend with her husband where barbecued pork was consumed. Her speech was televised.The beef industry in Argentina isn't what it used to be. The beef herd fell by seven per cent between 2006 and 2009 as drought conditions and government controls on exports forced producers out of the business. The export ban was imposed to lower domestic prices and tame overall inflation. In 2009, Argentines were expected to eat 154 pounds of beef per capita, up from 132 pounds in 2006. BF Eggs and raw milk aren't a good mix Hispanic Haggis?
Drew Spoelstra acclaimed for third term as OFA president Thursday, November 27, 2025 Drew Spoelstra of Binbrook will serve a third consecutive one-year term as president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA). The association represents 38,000 farm families across the province. Spoelstra was acclaimed during OFA’s annual general meeting (held under the theme:... Read this article online
Minto Council Backs Bill 21 -- A Bold Step to Protect Ontario’s Farmland Thursday, November 27, 2025 The Town of Minto Council has officially thrown its support behind Bill 21: Protect Our Food Act, a proposed piece of legislation designed to safeguard Ontario’s agricultural lands from being lost to development. During a council meeting on November 18, Deputy Mayor Jean Anderson... Read this article online
Ontario’s Innovative Farmers and the Soil Network join forces Thursday, November 27, 2025 The Innovative Farmers Association of Ontario (IFAO) has playedan important rolein helping farmers adopt new practices and strengthen their commitment to soil health. Its journey began in Huron County, guided by agricultural leaders who believed farmers should take the lead in developing... Read this article online
Ontario farmers launch scholarships to tackle vet shortage Thursday, November 27, 2025 Photo: From left to right Top Row: Craig McLaughlin, President, Beef Farmers of Ontario; Hope Grootenboer, recipient Beef Farmers of Ontario-sponsored; Middle Row: Judy Dirksen, Veal Farmers of Ontario; Tyler Robertson (brother of recipient Erica and accepted on her behalf, recipient Veal... Read this article online
OFA celebrates student success and leadership with scholarships and a new award Wednesday, November 26, 2025 The Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) is investing in the future of Ontario agriculture by awarding six scholarships to students who demonstrate leadership, community involvement, and a passion for farming. Each recipient received $2,000 during OFA’s Annual General Meeting in Toronto... Read this article online