Wynne affirms intention to take on Ontario's agriculture ministry Tuesday, February 5, 2013 by SUSAN MANNOntario Premier-designate Kathleen Wynne affirmed her intention to take on the agriculture ministry as part of her job when she and her cabinet are sworn in on Monday.Wynne made the comments while touring a vegetable operation, Gwillimdale Farms in Bradford in the Holland Marsh this morning. Along with touring the farm, Wynne met with municipal officials and agricultural industry representatives.Wynne, the MPP for Don Valley West in Toronto, told reporters during a question period she’s been asked about how she can take on the agriculture ministry when she lives in downtown Toronto. But Wynne says the Premier and the agriculture minister must understand the whole province. There isn’t a distinction between the needs of people living in downtown urban centres, such as Toronto or Windsor, and those living in rural communities, such as Meaford or Tillsonburg.She also notes her family comes from a farm with her dad spending every summer on a farm in Watford. His family still lives there and his cousins still farm the land, she says. BF New biosecurity standard for Canada's dairy farmers Ontario's Johne's program draws to a close
Canada Opens Interprovincial Alcohol Sales Monday, July 27, 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
Ontario Spinach is a Relatively Small Crop for the Province Monday, July 27, 2026 Canadians are eating more fresh leafy greens than ever, and spinach continues to be one of the most popular choices in salads,smoothiesand prepared foods– but it islikely notCanadian. Spinach production is highly concentrated in a small number of growing regions across North America.... Read this article online
Ontario Grows Most of the Nation's Celery Friday, July 24, 2026 When Canadians reach for a stalk of celery at the grocery store, there is a good chance it began its journey on an Ontario farm. While celery occupies only a small share of Canada's overall vegetable acreage, the crop continues to play an important role in the country's fresh... Read this article online
University of Guelph Receives $1 Million Gift to Advance Sustainable Materials Research and Bioeconomy Growth Friday, July 24, 2026 The University of Guelph has received a $1-million gift from The WB Family Foundation to expand research into sustainable materials and support the continued growth of Ontario's bioeconomy. The investment will support the University's Bioproducts Discovery and Development Centre... Read this article online
Southco Launches R4-50 Rotary Latch with Dual Triggers for Equipment Cabs Friday, July 24, 2026 Southco has launched a new cab access solution aimed at improving safety, durability, and ease of operation in demanding environments. The company’s latest product, the R4-50 Rotary Latch with Dual Triggers, is designed specifically for agricultural and heavy-duty... Read this article online