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Varying reactions to CETA signing from Ag sector

by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer TRASBOURG, FRANCE – THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT VOTED IN FAVOUR OF THE CANADAEUROPEAN UNION COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC AND TRADE AGREEMENT (CETA) BETWEEN THE EU AND CANADA, CONCLUDING THE

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EU FEB. 15, IN STRASBOURG, FRANCE. The EU released a statement praising the agreement and quoting EU President Jean-Claude Juncker, who said, “Today’s vote by the European Parliament is an important milestone in the democratic process of ratification of the agreement reached with Canada and it also allows for its provisional entry into force. As a result, EU companies and citizens will start to reap the benefits that the agreement offers as soon as possible. This trade deal has been subject to an in-depth parliamentary scrutiny which reflects the increased interest of citizens in trade policy. The intense exchanges on CETA throughout this process are testimony to the democratic nature of European decision making. This progressive agreement is an opportunity to shape globalization together and influence the setting of global trade rules. The best example of this is the work that we are already doing with our Canadian friends to establish multilateral rules to deal with investment issues. I now call on all Member States to conduct an inclusive and thorough discussion at national level with the relevant stakeholders in the context of the national ratification process of the agreement.” EU Trade Commissioner Cecilia Malmström said: “This vote is the start of a new era in EU-Canada relations – together we are sending a strong signal today. By building bridges rather than walls, we can face the challenges that confront our societies together. In these uncertain times, with rising protectionism around the world, CETA underlines our strong commitment to sustainable trade. Canada is a close ally of Europe. We share values and ideals, and a commit-

ment to open markets and fair social policies. Canada is an important economic partner, with yearly trade between us worth nearly 100-billion euros. Once the Canadian parliament has ratified this agreement, the next step is to put it provisionally in place, which I hope can be done swiftly and effectively. Citizens and companies on both sides of the Atlantic should

start reaping these benefits very soon.” The EU statement said, “CETA creates new opportunities for EU companies, and it will save EU businesses over €500-million a year currently paid in tariffs on goods that are exported to Canada. Almost 99 per cent of these savings start from day one. It will give EU companies the best access

they’ve ever had to Canadian public procurement contracts, including at provincial level (as well as federal and municipal).” This quotation mentions two of many parts of the agreement Canadians are unsure of. EU companies will be exporting into Canada and these foreign firms will have access to government contracts, and not only that, human rights

groups fear that foreign corporations will be able to sue governments at all levels, if they oppose a project on human rights, environmental or community/municipal grounds. Many Canadians and Europeans are opposed to big multinational corporations sticking their fingers into domestic laws and regulations – essentially becoming outside the

law. However, the current form of investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) has been replaced with an Investment Court System which is being described as “new and improved” and “not based on ad hoc tribunals.” It is so far unclear whether or not that will be the case once the system is in place. Continued on page 10

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Organic Success Program receives substantial grant

by Carolyn Thompson Goddard AgriNews Contributor ORNWALL – DURING THE OPEN-

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ECO FARM DAY ON FEB. 25, STORMONT, DUNDAS AND SOUTH GLENGARRY MPP JIM MCDONELL CONGRATULATED THE

CANADIAN ORGANIC GROWERS ON THE LAUNCHING OF THEIR ORGANIC SUCCESS PROGRAM, WHICH

Muller commented how “The Ontario Trillium Foundation’s grant will help our program participants get past those myths” associated with certified organic farming while moving towards certification. MPP McDonell was pleased to “see the Ontario Trillium Foundation recog-

nize the existing progress made by Ontario’s organic growers and the potential for future development.” He commented on the innovative, skilled and productive farm workforce in Ontario and the agri-food industry’s ability to meet the growing demand for organic food.

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SLATE OF 40 VENDORS ON SAT., FEB. 25. THE THEME FOR THIS EVENT WAS “THE 3 R’S OF ORGANIC AGRICULTURE: RESTORATIVE, RESPONSIBLE, RESILIENT.” Mark Shepard was the keynote speaker who spoke on “Working Together Toward Restorative Agriculture.” Shepard runs a 106-acre perennial agricultural forest, is CEO of Forest Agriculture Enterprises and is the author of Restoration Agriculture. During the presentation, Shepard spoke on living in harmony with nature, imitating nature in farming practices as well as future food and water issues during the presentation. Alley cropping and agroforestry were presented as possible methods of increasing soil fertility and use of arable land. Shepard mentioned solutions to the problems associated with climate change, increased population and reduced soil fertility must be solved to ensure adequate food production. He continued on how farmers have the tools necessary to deal with these difficult situations and feels that partnering with nature is a Continued on page 5

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Eco Farm Day Continued from page 4 viable solution. Throughout the day, there were 12 information sessions on topics ranging from cover crops, switchgrass, parasite management, record keeping, transitioning to organic farming and innovations in beekeeping. Mark Shepard led a session on Water Management, which

The AgriNews March, 2017 Page 5 included information on various strategies including the Key Line Plan which was developed to quickly develop and renew soil. Anne Weill, an Agronomist, Ph.D with CETAB+ in Quebec, spoke on controlling sow thistle, coltsfoot and Canada thistle and the results of onfarms on their control were presented. Eco Farm Day continued Saturday evening with

the screening of “The Organic Life” and on the 26th two all-day sessions were held at the Ramada Inn. Delia Elkin, organic inspector and farmer, led a full day workshop on the process to become certified organic and transitioning to organic production while Mark Shepard expanded on the information provided in his keynote speech on Saturday.

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Heritage Club wants members to flock to meetings by Tom VanDusen ArgiNews Staff Writer DON’T KNOW WHERE EVERYONE IS!,”

LAMENTED PRESIDENT

LINDLEY MCPHAIL AS SHE LOOKED AROUND THE SPARSELY ATTENDED ANNUAL MEETING OF THE

HERITAGE LIVESTOCK CLUB OF EASTERN ONTARIO HELD FEB. 18 AT RUSSELL’S ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL. McPhail surmised the fact that it was Family Day Weekend might have been partly responsible, with many of the livestock club’s 120 members deciding to take a mini holiday. When setting the meeting date and sending out notices, McPhail said she completely forgot about Family Day. Most of the executive members were present and were re-elected to another term. One benefit of the low turnout was that it made for larger helpings for those present for the potluck lunch, featuring heritage meats, salads and desserts. Formerly affiliated to Rare Breeds Canada, the independent club is dedicated to the preservation and propagation of farm animals important in Canadian agriculture before 1950,

most suitable to being raised outdoors. The club educates about the breeds, encourages farmers to raise them, helps members source registered animals and poultry, and helps them establish niche markets for the meat and eggs. McPail’s comment about absenteeism launched a discussion on how to make sure members know when a meeting is coming up and encourage them to attend. Ron Eamer suggested greater “person-to-person interaction” as part of the solution in making the club stronger, and Laurie Maus offered up the “bird alert” model. According to Maus, when birders want to round up their colleagues to view a species that might soon depart the scene, one person will call three others, those three will call three more, and so on until “in 45 minutes we have 45 people staring at a Boreal owl.” Three of those in attendance volunteered to ramp up the club’s social media presence on Facebook and Twitter as a way of staying in touch with the membership, and to do phone calling when required. The meeting also reviewed the club’s annual live displays, including at

Cumberland Heritage Village Museum, Williamstown Fair, Russell Fair and Glengarry Pioneer Museum’s Harvest Fall Festival at Dunvegan. McPhail explained that every season the club provides all of the animals and poultry which occupy the recreated 1930’s village at Cumberland operated by the City of Ottawa. The relationship isn’t always satisfactory in that no signage is provided crediting the Heritage Livestock Club for its involvement, and the summer’s expenses for the club in feeding and

rotating animals aren’t fully covered. Opportunities have been missed, McPhail observed, including when a Dexter cow gave birth at the museum. Instead of organizing a “name the calf” contest, museum staff panicked and hid mother and offspring away for days until they were convinced it was okay to leave them on public view. McPhail said she’ll make a greater attempt this year to improve the relationship. The Williamstown Fair is the club’s flagship show, with 26 breeds on display

in a dedicated tent equipped with special pens. Thanks in part to a provincial grant, the exhibit was launched about five years ago as a way for the 203-year-old fair to increase its pioneer breed component. Now, said Eamer, it’s one of the most popular attractions. The heritage breeds display at Russell Fair is building every year and McPhail said she’d like to see the fair’s Friday Education Day extended through the weekend to perhaps increase visitors. Coordinated by Maus, Dunvegan is the smallest of

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the four recurring displays. With about $5,000 for housing and pens, Eamer said that any fair in Eastern Ontario could get started with “a nice setup” in highlighting rare breeds, a natural fit for the agricultural society mandate of preserving and promoting farm traditions and lifestyle. In other business, Pegi Holtz reported on the highly successful 4-H Heritage Poultry Club organized in 2016 by McPhail and herself which drew 12 participants. The initiative will be repeated this year.

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Dump site sale expected to be rejected

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by Tom VanDusen ArgiNews Staff Writer PENCERVILLE— LEEDS AND GRENVILLE MPP GORD BROWN HAS PRE-

DICTED THAT PROPOSED SALE OF A CERTIFIED COUNTIES LANDFILL SITE TO AN

OTTAWA WASTE MANAGEMENT COMPANY WILL BE KILLED BY COUNCIL FOLLOWING A HEATED INFORMATION MEETING ON THE

FEB. 16. The meeting at Spencerville’s Drummond building drew about 300 mostly agitated residents who gave a collective thumbs-down to the possible sale. By the end of the evening, at least two counties councillors had indicated they had heard loud and clear and would adhere to residents’ wishes. At one point, residents in favour of the sale were asked to show their hands; none were raised. Brown didn’t address the meeting but said he opposed the plan and had been told by councillors it’ll be denied at their next meeting. Pat Sayeau, mayor of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal in which the 165-acre site know as ED-19 is located, was one counties council member convinced to reject sale of the site. None of the regional councillors formally addressed the meeting. It ISSUE

was left to Leeds and Grenville CAO Andy Brown to present the background on the purchase offer and to try to maintain order in the hall. Faced with repeated angry questions and residents who wouldn’t stand down, at one point the CAO suggested he might have to terminate the meeting. As Andy Brown informed the crowd, ED-19 sprung from a regional waste master plan developed for $2.6 million in the 1990s. The particular site scored high because of limited development in the area and subsurface conditions allegedly providing a high level of protection for groundwater.

Adam Fawcett The land was purchased for $380,000, with 35 core acres designated for landfill. In 1998, it was awarded a provisional Certificate of Approval with no expiry date for receiving 50,000 tonnes of counties waste per year over a 25-year lifespan. The site was never developed by the counties

because there was no need and no funds available. Eventually, Tomlinson Waste Management of Ottawa took an interest. While there have been negotiations, there’s no purchase deal, the CAO insisted. Much to the dismay of Continued on page 17

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News from the annual Glengarry Holstein Club general meeting by Lynn Mcnab AgriNews Contributor LEN ROBERTSON—AWARDWINNING ORGAN IC FARMERS C YRIL AND MYRIAM SCHNEIDER

OPENED THEIR BARN DOORS TO HOST THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE

GLENGARRY HOLSTEIN CLUB. Last month, many club members interested in promoting both red and black Holsteins gathered at Dameya Holsteins near Glen Robertson to discuss ways to enhance the breed profile and to encourage farmers to become members of the club. Surrounded by 35 milking red Holsteins and some calves in the barn, about 20 people sat and listened to a variety of speakers who gave reports on 2016 activities. A unanimous agreement was that the annual family night fundraiser was by far the group’s biggest moneymaker where about 300 people turned out for the 2016 event and helped raise $2,500 for 4-H while being entertained by Paddy Kelly and Ashley MacLeod. Resolutions included adding a summer calf class at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair

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(RAWF) held in Toronto, Nov. 3- 12, this year. The group agreed to add junior members to the main family membership plan. Fees to join the club have increased to $100, which is on par for the rest of the province, Glengarry having been the cheapest for many years. Membership sign-up has declined from 103 to 86 this year which according to president Kris MacLeod is simply because farms are bigger and farmers are less. Though the Holstein Link magazine went out to about 4,000 households, it was suggested

that encouraging on-line reading would be beneficial. The group is also planning to focus on the average farmer like the up and coming young ones and is now accepting applications for the “Outstanding Dairy Woman Service Award”. Andrew MacMillan was recognized for his win of the Master Breeders Shield, which will be presented at the black tie gala April 8. As the meeting came to a close, the Schneiders, including daughter Danyca, took guests on a tour of their barn and red Holsteins.

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Editorial Feeling the love A top of the ol’ straw fedora is in order for the 14-member committee which annually for close to 20 years has organized the Eastern Ontario Crop Conference, first at Kemptville Campus of the University of Guelph and more recently at North Grenville Municipal Centre. In particular, Scott Banks and Gilles Quesnel deserve to be singled out for spearheading the amazingly popular conference which, on Valentine’s Day, drew some 300 area farmers to the municipal centre for the 2017 edition. Yes, a lot of groups pull together many successful meetings across Eastern Ontario every year. However, the crop conference is a beast unlike any other. You need a degree in rocket science just to get the program sorted out. Every year, Banks, Quesnel and the others must predetermine what the most appealing topics are likely to be, assign them one of the four different sized halls at the municipal centre based on estimated popularity, and slot them in so that participants can consecutively attend as many of the repeated sessions as possible. It’s giving us a headache just thinking about it! But they got ‘er done once again, and participants could feel the Valentine’s love as they moved from session to rotating session, 32 in all covering everything from grain marketing strategies and herbicide resistant weeds, to disease decisions and cover crop realities. The crop conference is designed, Quesnel explains, to provide growers and agribusiness personnel with the latest in in-depth crop management information; participants can choose up to eight different sessions from the list presented throughout the day. The event also includes a small trade show featuring ag dealers and financial companies. “We’re pretty much at capacity here,” Quesnel says. “It’s a great facility but we can’t expand.” Perhaps that’s part of the appeal and helps make the Eastern Ontario Crop Conference such a hot ticket. Regional farmers know they have to book early or risk not getting in. Even the pampered press can end up out of luck; when The AgriNews representative arrived right after lunch, there were no programs left. It’s another case of the early bird getting the Hershey’s Valentine’s kiss.

Where’s the love? Speaking of Gilles Quesnel (See Agriview 1-above), in some parts of the region, he’s inadvertently causing as much controversy as some of the topics on the 2017 Eastern Ontario Crop Conference agenda. An OMAFRA soils specialist with more than 30 years of experience, he has yet to be replaced by the ministry after retiring 18 months ago. As the only bilingual field representative for the ministry in the east, his input has been sorely missed by French language farmers. Regional agricultural groups have wondered aloud when a replacement might be picked, emphasizing the new specialist must be able to communicate in two official languages, criteria endorsed by Quesnel. While the job has been posted not once but twice, OMAFRA claims that no candidate has yet filled the bill. While Quesnel agrees that his skillset coupled with long experience and bilingualism might be hard to duplicate, he insists he’s far from irreplaceable. A young crop and pest management expert, perhaps a recent graduate with proficiency in two languages, could be groomed to follow in his footsteps, no doubt with his coaching. OMAFRA has insisted it would rather wait for a topflight candidate even if it requires more time. It always takes longer to fill specialized bilingual positions, a ministry spokesman has emphasized. Even without someone in the field, OMAFRA services remain available and can be relayed through an interpreter, it maintains, which is obviously a half-baked solution. OFA Regional Director Rejean Pommainville has logically observed that particular farm issues are much easier to deal with when there’s an actual expert on the ground who knows the area and its soils. That position is echoed by French-language farm action group l’Union des cultivateurs franco-ontariens which is also concerned by the delay, says President Marc Lafleche. “It’s now been several months that the position is vacant,” Lafleche emphasizes. “Must we believe that francophones will be less well served by the ministry when it comes to obtaining technical services?” Must we? It’s in the ministry management plan and in the budget. They’re big footsteps to follow in, but can’t we finally get somebody in the job to at least try?

AgriGab Agnerds unite! With its “agvocates” and its “I (heart) Ag” stickers, its earnest pronouncements and its ultra-positive slogans, the Agriculture More Than Ever campaign appears at first to be a little hokey, maybe even agnerdy. An agvocate, by the way, is somebody who does something in setting the record straight about agriculture with passion and conviction. A “Kiss Me I’m a Farmer” shirt is even part of the arsenal aimed at putting a fresh new spin on the industry. I own one of the shirts but it has never had the desired effect; as soon as observers realize I’m a reporter masquerading as a farmer, I get a slap instead of a kiss. An offshoot of Farm Credit Canada, Ag More than Ever appeared on the Canadian farm scene three or four years ago when, for example, it reserved a spot at the Ottawa Valley Farm Show and began selling its $5 slogan shirts and other items including “Ag Proud” hoodies. As manager of the farm show, I wasn’t sure what to make of the effort except that it was a cute attempt to instill some pride in the profession. I realized that farmers and other industry practitioners could wear all the upbeat clothing they wanted but there’d be little impact unless consumers picked up on the theme. Now, there seems to be a groundswell building behind the movement and a shift in the Ag More than Ever direction. The campaign won’t have a booth at the 2017 farm show coming up at Ottawa’s EY Centre March 14-15, although you can still buy the gear online. Instead, after several years spent forming partnerships including one with the Ottawa Valley Farm Show, the FCC in concert with the country’s 150th birthday has bumped the campaign up to the next level. Six months in the making, that level was the first-ever “Canada’s Agriculture Day” held in Ottawa Feb. 16. I’ve got to say I was impressed. Other commitments prevented me from attending the luncheon and reception components of the day-long event, but I did make it to part of “The Future of Agriculture is Bright” discussion on the importance of youth, technology and innovation. I thought I might discover 100 people in attendance; I was taken aback upon entering the ballroom of the Marriott Hotel to find it packed with several hundred industry representatives and a large youth contingent. Hokey in a way, yes, but it looks like the FCC has made giant strides in convincing

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by Tom Van Dusen other industry members to come together in celebrating the pluses of Canadian farming and food production. This kind of rah-rah approach has always been missing in Canadian agriculture. Farmers and their organizations have gone quietly and competently about their work, mostly oblivious to the fact you have to sell the sizzle as well as the steak. When broadsided by animal rights activists, they’ve been slow on the uptake, standing on the sidelines while the often flawed and ill-informed activist stand dominates the news. The positive points have rarely been trumpeted until now. The timing couldn’t be better. Consumers have become intensely interested in the origin of their food, offering the industry an unprecedented promotional opportunity. Here’s the overall thrust from the army of agvocates marching across the land on behalf of Ag More than Ever: The mandate is to improve perceptions, dispel myths and create positive dialogue about Canadian agriculture, all of which was obvious at the Ottawa conference. The purpose is to help the industry reach its full potential and attract the people, investment and consumer confidence needed for future success. Agvocates are stepping forward in all commodities, folks such as Ravi Bathe, a poultry and berry producer, who urges his fellow farmers to speak from the heart: “You live and love ag. Share that love with the world.” Agvocate Natacha Lagarde, a maple syrup producer, states: “In order for consumers to support and understand us, they need to know us better. The best people to explain are the people who live agriculture.” And agvocate Sam Bourgeois, an apple grower, calls for openness and honesty: “What do we have to hide? Nothing! I eat the food I produce. If we tell our story honestly, people will trust us.” As FCC President and CEO Michael Hoffort puts it: “Our industry has an amazing story to share and, across the country, farmers agribusinesses, processors, manufacturers and so many others are celebrating that story. Truly, we’re up to something special.” It’s enough to make an agvocate a little misty eyed!

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Reactions to CETA Continued from page 2 Issues have been further clarified in a Joint Interpretative Instrument that will have legal force and that clearly and unambiguously outlines what Canada and the European Union have agreed in a number of CETA articles. The EU statement says, “CETA will create new opportunities for farmers and food producers, while fully protecting the sensitivities of the EU. The EU’s openings on certain products are limited and calibrated and are balanced out by Canadian openings that satisfy important European exporting interests, such as cheese, wine and spirits, fruit and vegetables, processed products and the protection of 143 high-quality European products...on the Canadian market.” However, not all Canadian producers believe their individual sectors will benefit, regardless of the EU's 500 million consumers. “The EU has ratified most of CETA’s text, but individual states must each ratify the Investor State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) measures of CETA,” said National Farmers Union president Jan Slomp in a media release. “Many national governments

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now face a rapidly growing democratic movement that opposes the economic and social disempowerment of their communities that CETA entails. We can only hope that as country-by-country European opposition grows, it will be a common sense analysis and not the fearbased extreme right that prevails. We now depend on the politicians in EU member state Parliaments to realize that democracy and quality of life will be further endangered if they ratify CETA’s ISDS measures.” Some agricultural sectors are expected to benefit substantially, some slightly, and some fear the agreement will harm either their exports or bring them more competition from European imports. The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association has a statement on its website which says, “The CETA provides new duty-free access for 64,950 tonnes of Canadian beef valued at nearly $600-million. Of this, 50,000 tonnes, consisting of 35,000 tonnes of fresh/chilled beef and 15,000 tonnes of frozen beef, are reserved for Canada. In addition, Canada will see the 20 per cent duty on the existing 14,950 tonne Hilton quota shared with the U.S. reduced immediately to zero. Canada

will also continue to have access to the existing shared duty free quota for high-quality grain-fed beef. The removal of longstanding barriers in this agreement, such as high tariffs, finally enables Canadian beef producers to benefit from the high value that the European beef market represents. The CCA will continue to work with the Government of Canada to resolve the few remaining technical barriers with the EU.” The EU has stated that CETA will not change the way the EU regulates food safety, including genetically modified products or the ban on hormone-treated beef. Regarding pork, The Chair of Manitoba Pork, George Matheson, was quoted in November as saying the signing of the CanadaEuropean Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement offers an opportunity for Canada's pork producers to expand access to a market of over 500 million people. The agreement provides for tariff free access for about 80,000 tonnes of pork per year, phased in over five years. Provincial grain growers organizations, including Grain Farmers of Ontario, have issued statements say-

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ing they welcome and support CETA, which is expected to increase direct export grain and oilseed sales to Europe. The agricultural sector which has been most opposed to CETA, because it stands to lose the most, is the dairy sector. Dairy Farmers of Canada had a hopeful statement on their website anyway, stating, “DFC acknowledges the government on the conclusion of this deal and recognizes the hard work of the Government of Canada. Now that the CETA deal has been signed, and awaits ratification for implementation, DFC is eager to see how the government is going to fulfil its promise of a mitigation and compensation package to Canada’s dairy farmers. ‘Now that CETA has been signed, Canadian dairy farmers and cheesemakers await the announcement of the promised compensation,’ said Wally Smith, President of DFC. ‘We are pleased that, since 2013, we have been able to get the Government of Canada to understand that lost market opportunities warrant mitigation and compensation.’ The market access granted in CETA will cost Canadian Continued on page 12

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Estate equalization strategies for farm succession Correction – DFO not DFA by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer VONMORE— EQUALIZING AN

ESTATE TO BE

FAIR TO BOTH FARMING

AND NON - FARMING CHIL DREN OR GRANDCHILDREN IS A DIFFICULT AND VERY COMPLEX TOPIC , AND OF COURSE EVERY FAMILY HAS ITS OWN UNIQUE SIT UATION — AND PERSONALI TIES .

Estate equalization was one of the topics discussed at a conference on succession planning recently, with presentations from Collins Barrow, Horner & Pietersma and O’Farrell Financial Services, at the North Stormont Community Centre. Keeley Patterson and Hugh O’Neill of O’Farrell Financial presented several options and used different examples, reminding the audience that fair is not always equal. They discussed possibilities such as using per-

manent life insurance policies as part of the solution—comparing it to investments. Cash flow should be reviewed, as well as assets including the principal residence. They also discussed setting up tax free savings accounts, and other tax deferral accounts (RRSPs, RESPs, RRIFs). One of the advantages of bequeathing life insurance proceeds and accounts, especially to non-farming children, is the liquidity of those assets. You don’t want to be tying the farm up in a complicated estate settlement for years, or ending up with children who won’t speak to each other. Permanent life insurance is joint, that is the last to die receives the benefits, so if set up that the non-farm kids are beneficiaries, the policy is paid out to the survivors. (Depending on the family, you might want to be careful with that one…).

Premiums are expensive, in the range of $50,000 paid over 12 years, but death benefits are large. An initial payout is over $1.7-million and benefits paid at 30 years are almost $2-million. Having a named beneficiary also eliminates probate fees on that asset at death, and can be applied to other assets, particularly nonfarm assets. Probate fees are another thing to avoid if possi-

ble and there are many scenarios that can reduce them. Legal and accounting advice are strongly recommended. Regarding income for the elderly parents or grandparents, it may be worth it to take CPP early and cash in registered retirement saving plans. RRSPs must be cashed before age 80, or in some cases, 85, to avoid a sudden big tax hit late in life or at death.

In the February issue of AgriNews, the DFA logo was shown with the story about the Dairy Farmers of Ontario annual general meeting, on page 3. DFA stands for Dundas Federation of Agriculture.

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Anti-dump group seeks help from OFA members

USSELL — ONE OF THE GROUPS OPPOSING THE PROPOSED MEGA-LANDFILL IN RURAL OTTAWA JUST OUTSIDE RUSSELL TOWNSHIP IS CALLING ON ONTARIO FEDERATION OF AGRICULTURE MEMBERS TO SEND COMMENTS ON THIS PROPOSED USE OF LAND IN AN AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY TO TERRY OTTO AT THE OFA. In its media release, the Citizens’ Environmental Stewardship Association–East of Ottawa, which organizes the Dump the Dump Now campaign and is affiliated with a neighbouring group’s Dump This Dump 2 campaign, said, “When the Taggart Miller Environmental Assessment Report was circulated to the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) and the Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario, there were no comments or concerns made on the proposal. The OFA told us they did not respond because none of their members had raised any concerns. We have an opportunity now to get them to comment, but they need to hear from their members who live in the

Reactions to CETA

Continued from page 10 dairy farmers as much as $116-million in lost milk sales going into the making of high-quality, award-winning Canadian cheeses each year, as imported cheeses from Europe take more shelf space. Canadian dairy farmers have never opposed Canada signing more trade deals, as long as there are no negative impacts on dairy farmers as a result of these agreements. Dairy farmers stand with many small and medium cheesemakers across Canada in wanting to con-

tinue to grow the market for high-quality Canadian dairy products.” It should also be noted that the Liberal government bent to pressure and pledged transition assistance to dairy farmers and milk processors to help them adjust to foreign competition, as CETA is expected to double the current level of European imports. Last fall a $250million program was announced to help farmers update equipment, including robot milkers, automated feeding systems or software. Another $100-mil-

same jurisdiction as the proposed mega-dump.” The release asks OFA member farmers with opinions on the Capital Region Resource Recovery Centre (crrrc.ca) project proposed by Taggart Miller Environmental Services to contact Otto, who is the OFA Ottawa representative, by telephone or email at 613-821-1428 or otto@ncf.ca. Major concerns about the site include water contamination and air pollution. The media release included a presentation which said, “Nearby residences obtain drinking water from dug wells into the silty sand layer at about 5-6m depth.” It mentioned a nearby dairy farm which gets all of its water from one groundwaterfed, drilled well, milks 100-110 cows and produces 1.25-million litres of milk per year. Including calves and heifers the total herd drinks 6,000 gallons of water per day in the summer and 3,000 gallons per day in the winter. One cow drinks an average of 140 litres of water and produces 32 litres of milk per day. Another 60-80 gallons of water per day is used for washing.

The release asks, “”What guarantees can the government provide that these farms will not be adversely affected by a failure in the containment systems around the landfill and what compensation will be made if the critical groundwater aquifers supplying water to these farms are polluted by a leaking landfill?” The other worry is air pollution. The release states, “We expect that particulate matter and other air pollutants (hydrogen sulphide, vinyl chloride and noxious odours) from the landfill operation and the organic processing facility will be mostly distributed within a 5km radius of the site, but will be transported far beyond this area by the prevailing winds toward Vars and North Russell Township.” Farmers already have high exposure to pollutants like methane, ammonia, mould and particulates. A landfill nearby could add to a cumulative health effect. For more information on the proposal see www.crrrc.ca, www.dumpthedumpnow.ca and http://www.dumpthisdump2.ca.

lion fund would be available for processors to modernize operations or diversify product lines. It may also be that Canadian cheese producers will gain from CETA, as dairy products produced in Canada will no longer face tariff barriers to the European market. Poultry producers have concerns about new imports being allowed tariff-free, but neither Chicken Farmers of Ontario or Chicken Farmers of Canada had released a statement by press time.

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Correction Junior Farmers meeting in Osgoode

A few of the members of the Carleton County Junior Farmers seen here are from left, in front: Matt Gregoroff and Jordan Eastman; centre row (kneeling): Cassidy Reaney, Quintina Cuddihy, Kristy-Anne Wytenburg, Lindsay Ruiter and Sierra Stanley; back row: Oscar Peeters, Brittany Macintosh, Andrew Bunda, Ben Mussell, Jasmine Smiley, Ashley Mussell and Brett Mussell. Courtesy photo

News from the Carleton County Junior Farmers by Valerie Higginson Special to AgriNews ARLETON COUNTY – THE CARLETON COUNTY JUNIOR FARMERS HELD

THEIR SECOND MEETING OF

2017 ON THURS., FEB. 9. THE CLUB RECENTLY TRAVELLED TO HURON COUNTY FOR WINTER GAMES WHERE THEY ENJOYED A DAY FULL OF INTRAMURAL SPORTS AGAINST OTHER

ONTARIO JUNIOR FARMER CLUBS. CARLETON PLACED THIRD OVERALL. The updated executive list is as follows: President – Andrew Bunda; VicePresident – Caileigh Gallagher; Secretary – Quintina Cuddihy; Treasurer – Ben Mussell; Provincial Director – Quintina Cuddihy; Assistant Provincial Director – Jordan Eastman; Affiliation Director -– Caileigh Gallagher; Social Media and Press Director – Valerie Higginson; and

Party Captain – Cassidy Reaney. The club will soon be announcing details of a new 4-H - Junior Farmer bursary for 4-H members attending a University or College program related to agriculture in September 2017. Carleton Junior Farmers will also be holding an Alumni Dance open to all on April 1 at the Osgoode Legion. Many other events including a trivia night, euchre tournament and the annual Redneck Games will be announced through social media in the upcoming months. Check the Facebook page for more details on these and other upcoming events. Junior Farmers continues to welcome new members year-round. Stop by and meet club members at their booth at the Ottawa Valley Farm Show in March, or email carletonjuniorfarmers@gmail.com.

The Carleton County Junior Farmers executive for 2016 were identified in the February issue. The 2017 executive, as voted in at their Dec. 29 meeting last year, include members who are keeping previous positions and some taking on new ones. In the photo, from left, are: front row: Social Media & Press Director Valerie Higginson, Vice-President and Affiliation Director Caileigh Gallagher, Party Captain Cassidy Reaney, Brittany Macintosh, and Provincial Director Quintina Cuddihy (also continuing as Secretary); from left at back: Jordan Eastman (continuing as Assistant Provincial Director), President Andrew Bunda, Treasurer Ben Mussell, Philip Sullivan, Lindsay Ruiter, Sharon Ruiter and Jasmine Smiley. Missing from the photo are Kristy-Anne Wytenburg and Ashley Mussell. Courtesy photo Alex Wytenburg

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Champlain Township against cement company zoning change, but UCPR votes for by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer ’ORIGNAL – ON TUES., JAN. 24, CHAMPLAIN TOWNSHIP COUNCIL VOTED

AGAINST THE ZONING CHANGE REQUIRED FOR THE PROPOSED COLACEM CANADA CEMENT PLANT WHICH HAS BEEN THE SUBJECT OF BACKLASH SINCE EARLY LAST YEAR, WHEN THE PROJECT, FIRST PRO-

2011, WAS REVIVED COUNCIL ALSO SUPPORTED A RESOLU-

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TION LISTING CONCERNS ABOUT “VISUAL POLLUTION, AIR POLLUTION, NOISE POLLUTION, INCOMPATIBILITY OF LAND USE, AND POTENTIAL PROPERTY VALUE LOSS.”

Then the following morning, Wed., Jan. 25, the Councillors of the United Counties of Prescott-Russell voted in favour of a master plan amendment in favour of the project. Mayors who lived nearest the proposed

plant, Hawkesbury Mayor Jeanne Charlebois, Champlain Township Mayor Gary Barton, and East Hawkesbury Mayor Robert Kirby, voted against it. Mayors from farther away, Clarence-Rockland Mayor Guy Desjardins, Russell Mayor Pierre Leroux, and The Nation Mayor Francois St-Amour, voted for it. The company crushes stone and sells it, and is seeking permission to put a cement plant on about 56 hectares (138 acres) beside its existing quarry operation located 4.5km west of the village of L’Orignal, in a primarily farming area. Other than the quarry, surrounding lands are zoned rural or agricultural. A change to heavy industrial zoning would be required for the plant, which opponents say is a heavy industry which can have a large negative impact on the environment. Many nearby residents,

both farmers and non-farmers, have concerns ranging from hundreds of additional heavy trucks daily, a 125m (410 ft.) chimney towering over the region, 52 large industrial buildings which would appear out-of-scale in the rural landscape, and particulates in the air, water, and on crops and gardens. Cement is made by milling crushed stone to a fine powder, which is then preheated, sent to a kiln and heated to about 1,500 C, (requiring a 2,000 C flame) to form clinker of hydraulic calcium silicates, to a which small amount of gypsum is added, then the product is cooled and ground. The Colacem Canada website says the proposed plant will have the capacity to produce 3,000 tonnes of clinker per day, with an estimated annual production of 1.16-million tonnes of cement. Colacem says it will use “state of the art technology, including a hybrid electrostatic precipitator and bag house to provide the best

overall efficiency and reliability regarding dust emissions, energy generation from excess heat, and zero wastewater discharges to the environment.” Last July, Colacem submitted studies to support its request for zoning changes to Champlain Township, a request for modification to the Official Plan to UCPR, and two permit requests to the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change. The documents can be seen at www.prescottrussell.on.ca/en/planning/offi cial-plan/ongoing-amendment, www.ca.colacem.com/newproject/indexorignal.html, and at the Environmental Registry of the MOECC–file numbers 012-8124 (air) and 012-8119 (sewage). Colacem is a multinational corporation based in Italy, with plants in Italy, Albania, Tunisia, the Dominican Republic and Canada, which also concerns residents. The group Action Champlain, which has a

petition at www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/126/179/472/, states, “That an international business would place its profits above our health is a given, but that our neighbouring municipalities have shown this same disregard for our well-being is beyond appalling.” It then suggests citizens concerned about this heavy industrial use of farmland write to UCPR at 59 Court Street, P.O.Box 304, L’Orignal, Ontario K0B 1K0 or alatreille@prescottrussell.on.ca. Another contributing factor to residents’ concerns is the lawsuit against Colacem alleging that Colacem’s cement plant along the Ottawa River has caused nuisance to its neighbours in Grenville-sur-la-Rouge and Harrington, Que., in the form of significant dust emissions, noise, odours, and excessive truck traffic to and from the plant. The Siskind Law Firm website says, “The action seeks damages, for nuisance and for

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Farmers urged to control seed treatment planter dust

UELPH – LEADING EDGE RESEARCH, LED BY DR. ART SCHAAFSMA, AT THE RIDGETOWN CAMPUS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH, HAS CONFIRMED THAT SEED TREATMENT DUST FROM PLANTERS IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MOST SEED TREATMENT CHEMICAL ESCAPES INTO THE SURROUNDING ENVIRONMENT.”

“After three years of research studying multiple pathways and movement of dust from air/vacuum planters, our goal should be to reduce all residue escapes by 90 per cent,” said Schaafsma. Based on the research, Schaafsma identified five recommendations to farmers: • Ensure pesticides stay on the seed by using approved fluency agents and polymers; • Avoid abrasive seed lubricants; • Filter and redirect planter exhaust dust into the soil; • Ensure clean air flows through the vacuum intakes; and • Practise conservation tillage to minimize soil movement. The Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement (OSCIA) was

a key partner in this research. This project was funded in part through Growing Forward 2 (GF2), a federal-provincial-territorial initiative. The Agricultural Adaptation Council assists in the delivery of GF2 in Ontario. “We are encouraging farmers to work proactively to manage planter dust, seek out solutions that fit their operations and avoid any off-site impacts,” said Gord Green, past president of the OSCIA. “We want to ensure the continued use of our tried and proven tools, such as seed treatment, otherwise we may be faced with alternatives that are not as environmentally friendly.” Dr. Paul Sibley, scientist and toxicologist at the University of Guelph, agrees with Green. Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency recently released a proposed re-evaluation decision, which would see imidaclo-

prid phased out in three to five years. In referencing this action regarding this commonly used seed treatment, Dr. Sibley asserts: “Intermediate solutions and options must be considered to allow the industry to adjust and adapt to new technology.” Schaafsma further indicates there are new developments in the works with planter filters, cyclones to filter and stabilize dust, as well as polymers to more firmly attach pesticide product to the seed. He is also encouraging farmers to collaborate with industry to work on restricting dust movement. Many industry partners have been looking forward to results of this research in an effort to better respond to public concerns over pollinator health, aquatic insects and environmental concerns.

Seed Association celebrating Agriculture Day

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ASSOCIATION CELEBRATED CANADA’S FIRST NATIONAL AGRICULTURE DAY, FEB. 16, WITH THE LAUNCH OF ITS BETTER SEED, BETTER LIFE PROGRAM. Seed is the start of the entire agriculture and agrifood value chain. Through Better Seed, Better Life, CSTA will engage in dialogue with Canadians on the role of seed as the foundation for the food and drink we enjoy, the clothes we wear and the fuel in our cars. CSTA’s Better Seed, Better Life program is based on materials created by the American Seed Trade Association and is a collaborative effort of CSTA and ASTA. The program started last month with the launch of the fact sheet, The A to Z of Garden Seeds. This is the first of a series of fact sheets to be released over the next months, connecting the seeds produced by CSTA members and the crops grown from those seeds to the products used in everyday life. The fact sheets are available at

cdnseed.org. Profiles of CSTA members and a video will be added over the year to complement the fact sheets. “CSTA congratulates Agriculture More Than Ever for bringing the sector together on this first national Agriculture Day. CSTA members believe that the conversations started today must continue all year, and that is why we have launched Better Seed, Better Life,” said Brent Derkatch, CSTA President. “Seed is a compact package that carries the innovation that the world’s farmers will need to feed, fuel and clothe a population that is forecast to reach over nine billion in 35 years. CSTA members look forward to having important conversations with Canadians over the next year – and beyond – on how it all starts with a seed.” The CSTA is the national voice of more than 130 seed company members engaged in all aspects of seed research, production, and marketing and trade, both domestically and internationally. Learn more about CSTA at cdnseed.org.

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Low lying areas watch for flooding

LANE COMMUNITY COULD

WARNING THAT WARM TEM-

ACCESS ROAD AS A RESULT

PERATURES AND RAIN

OF ABOVE ZERO TEMPERA-

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Careful financial planning for farm succession is crucial by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer VONMORE— THE SUBJECT OF CAREFUL FINANCIAL PLANNING, AND AVOIDANCE OF POTENTIAL PITFALLS, WAS THE SUBJECT OF A CONFERENCE ON SUCCESSION PLANNING RECENTLY,

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COLLINS BARROW, HORNER & PIETERSMA AND O’FARRELL FINANCIAL SERVICES, AT THE NORTH STORMONT COMMUNITY CENTRE. Besides the real property of the farm, there are bank accounts, loans, machinery, quota, livestock, side businesses, and often family partners. The ownership may be set up personally, be a partnership, be a corporation—or more than one, or may be a combination, and upon a sale or upon one owner’s death, transferring property may trigger capital gains tax.

Spencerville dump Continued from page 7 protestors, Ministry of Environment Kingstonbased regional manager Peter Taylor stated the C of A is still valid and there are no plans to review it. It’ll remain in effect even if the site is sold, Taylor confirmed. Adam Fawcett was one of several area landowners who came to the mic repeatedly to reiterate loudly that landscapes can change over 20 years and that conditions that applied in the 1990s may no longer be the same. For one thing, Fawcett insisted, the site is much wetter now than it was then. Residents were mildly reassured to learn from Taylor that Tomlinson would not be permitted to expand the dump site without undergoing a new approval process. In all, the counties own 478 acres surrounding the site and Tomlinson is looking to buy all of it. While a certificate is in place for a 35-acre landfill, any owner would have to comply with current environmental legislation including climate change, operational and design requirements, leachate management, landfill gas, and species at risk.

In the seminar, which was presented by Hugh O’Neill of O’Farrell Financial Services, Kathy Byvelds of Collins Barrow, Eric Pietersma of Horner & Pietersma law firm, and Keeley Patterson of O’Farrell Financial, panelists described situations where extensive taxes could be owed needlessly. A handout authored by B. Jason Heinmiller from Collins Barrow, Yorkton, said “Most people have heard there’s no tax on the sale of farmland in Canada, but it’s more complicated than that.” A capital gains deduction is allowed for individuals residing in Canada throughout the year and disposing of qualified farm property. The deduction can be claimed against the profit on the sale of the land. But only individual Canadians get deductions, and only on qualified propAmong many complaints voiced by objectors was that dumps often start small only to grow into massive eyesores and sources of pollution such as Ottawa’s infamous Carp Garbage Mountain which has contaminated neighbouring wells while constantly generating foul odours. In addition to the smell, appearance, possible water contamination, and heavy truck traffic, audience members were worried about loss of property values, especially young couples who’ve invested hundreds of thousands of dollars in new homes without being aware of the dormant dump site on their doorstep. Interveners sought guarantees that, if a landfill went ahead, the size would be restricted to the original 35 acres and there’d be compensation for lost property values. No such guarantees were forthcoming. Local resident Clare Kinlin, chair of the Certified Crop Association, urged councillors to take a look in the mirror and wonder if a dump in a pristine wetland is the kind of legacy they want to leave behind.

erty. Land bought after June 17, 1987 must have been owned by an individual or family members for a minimum of two years. It has to be used principally in farming and the gross revenue from agriculture must be the highest income of the year (gross revenue test). If the property was farmed by a corporation or partnership for a minimum of two years and the indi-

vidual or family members were active in the operation, it might also qualify. Land bought before that date must have been principally a farming business in the year of sale. Land used for a separate business, such an elevator operation, usually does not qualify. Sounds simple enough, but of course it’s not. Descendants may need to meet the gross revenue test and if the seller is not a

farmer that complicates the situation further. Direct lineage (not through marriage) may disallow the deduction, and other items, like the breaking up of a family, should also be considered. Land acquired by inheritance may be treated differently, and land bought below fair market value to a family member less than three years before being sold triggers a tax for the original sellers, and report-

ing a capital gain might result in a clawback of Old Age Security payments (just what Grandma and Grandpa want to hear). However, Byvelds explained that the 2015 federal budget increased the lifetime capital gains exemption to $1-million, so it is a good time to consider tax planning. She and other panelists got into some specifics such as operating Continued on page 18

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New loan available for young agriculture entrepreneurs by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer TTAWA— MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD CANADA LAWRENCE MACAULAY AND FARM CREDIT CANADA (FCC)

ANNOUNCED A NEW LOAN FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS IN THE AGRICULTURE RETAIL, MANUFACTURING AND FOOD PRO-

FEB. 16, IN OTTAWA. The Young Entrepreneur Loan offers financing of up to $1-million per qualified applicant, under age 40, and can be used for the purchase or improvement of agriculture-related assets or the purchase of shares in an agriculture-related business, including those in the agri-food sector. “The Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector CESSING SECTORS ON

needs more young people to get engaged, because they bring the energy and innovative ways of thinking that grow the sector and keep it on the cuttingedge,” said MacAulay, to an audience of high school students and industry professionals at the Canada Agriculture Day celebration in Ottawa. “From production to food processing and retail, Canada’s agriculture industry needs the ideas, passion and energy of our young people. And as they enter into this dynamic industry, FCC is committed to helping them succeed,” said Michael Hoffort, FCC president and CEO. “By providing specialized loans for young farmers and entrepreneurs, we are helping the next generation get established and contribute to Canada achieving its full potential as a leading food supplier worldwide.”

Financial planning Continued from page 17 a farm business through a family-owned corporation but holding land personally. Transferring land to the corporation and triggering a capital gain may be offset by the lifetime exemption. There is also alternative minimum tax which can result when deductions are used to offset income, and some persons may be able to use the capital gains reserve to spread the gain over taxable income for five years or less. Partnerships are common on farms and

The Young Entrepreneur Loan has a 25 per cent minimum down payment requirement, custom variable and five-year fixed rates. Similar to the Young Farm Loan, which was introduced in 2012 and enhanced last December, there are no processing fees. In 2015-16, FCC approved more than $2.6billion in financing to farmers and entrepreneurs under age 40. The Young Entrepreneur Loan complements FCC’s existing products and services, such as the FCC Transition Loan, FCC Ag Knowledge Exchange events, publications, FCC on Campus and FCC Management Software. For more information on the FCC Young Entrepreneur Loan, visit www.fcc.ca/youngentrepreneurloan or call 1-800-3873232.

incorporating a partnership may result in tax deferral if the right forms are filed with Canada Revenue Agency, but there are rules to those options which must be closely followed. Panelists often mentioned the value of using promissory notes as payment, for various reasons, of discussing plans with the next generation of farmers and with non-farming offspring, and of seeking professional advice. Considering all the options, tips and potential pitfalls of tax planning, both now and in the future, talking to professionals about the many options may save the farm later on down the road.

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Give a gift that keeps on growing by Jeff Moore AgriNews Staff Writer EMPTVILLE — IT BEGAN AS AN IDEA TO GET PEO-

CENTRE AND THEY GIVE THE BRIDE AND GROOM TO-BE TO OFFER THEIR GUESTS A SPE-

PLE TO PLANT TREES AND

ING OUT GIFT TREES.

HAS GROWN TO BE VERY

The Ferguson Tree Nursery is a business that aims to reforest Eastern Ontario and beyond and encourage certain groups to take the initiative to help make their communities greener. The nursery used to be run by the government with a mandate to reforest some

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CIAL WAY TO REMEMBER THEIR SPECIAL DAY BY PASS-

Gift trees a new and growing option

The Ferguson Tree Nursery offers wedding gift trees as part of their business. The gifts come packaged in peat with tags and in a selection of white spruce, Colorado pine, white pine, red pine and white cedar.

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of the land that had been cleared and could not be used for agriculture and to study the growth of different species of trees. Now the nursery is run by a board of executives and has changed their mandate somewhat to concentrate on zone specific, local, native non-invasive species such as sugar maple, red maple, white pine, white spruce, oak, hickory birch and shrubs. Most of their products are sold to conservation authorities, farmers and woodlots. The centre used to have a retail garden centre but now do most of their sales work online. The nursery has four fulltime employees and there are seasonal employees added as needed. The CEO of Ferguson Forest is Ed Patchell, the General Manager is Penny Lennox and the Sales and Marketing Manager is Maureen Jacques. Gift trees begin when the nursery receives seeds, which come from a seed bank and then the nursery stratifies the seeds. Stratification is the process of treating stored or collect-

Ferguson Forest Centre head office

The Ferguson Tree Nursery, a division of the Ferguson Forest Centre, is located at 275 County Rd. 44, in Kemptville, just past the North Grenville Municipal Centre. Moore photo

ed seed prior to sowing to simulate natural winter conditions that a seed must endure before germination. This is done in damp cold refrigerated unit on site. For example, a white pine needs to be in this state for 60 days prior to planting. The seed is then put into a “jiffy plug” which is a wrapping of mesh with a peat pellet. When water is added to the pellet, the peat expands to fill the mesh with the seed in the centre where it germinates and begins to grow.

These seedlings are grown in one of five greenhouses. Germination begins in March and the seedlings are ready for retail between July and August and are removed from the greenhouses and placed outside where nature takes over. Seedlings that are not sold by November are packaged and frozen, put in a bin and are placed in a hoop house for storage. “I go to a few wedding shows throughout the year,” says Jacques, “ and a lot of people who are planning

their weddings seem very interested in the product and the idea.” She continued, “Those who get the gift trees loved the idea!” Gift tree species are white spruce, Colorado pine, white pine, red pine and white cedar and the seedlings range in size from 10-25cm. There is a minimum of 25 trees per order. Gift trees are also provided for other occasions such as funerals, life celebrations and Earth Continued on page 20

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South Stormont Growing Project by Carolyn Thompson Goddard AgriNews Contributor ORNWALL – SPRING IS JUST

AROUND THE CORNER AND IT WON’T BE LONG UNTIL VOLUN-

SOUTH STORMONT FOODGRAINS BANK PROJECT WILL BE GETTEERS WITH THE

TING READY TO PLANT THE SEEDS THAT WILL GROW THE CROPS, TO RAISE MONEY WHICH WILL HELP END GLOBAL HUNGER THROUGH THE

CANADIAN FOODGRAINS

BANK. The Canadian Foodgrains Bank is described as “a partnership of 15 Canadian churches and church-based agencies working together to end global hunger” by supporting international agencies, engaging

Canadians and influencing policies which will contribute to the end of global hunger. On April 4, the South Stormont Foodgrains Bank Project will be holding a fundraising roast beef dinner at St. John’s Presbyterian Church in Cornwall, with tickets costing $25 per person. The guest speakers for the evening will be David Epp, the Regional Coordinator for Ontario of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, and Melody Mendonca. The topic will be Good Soil, a campaign to get more support from Canadian international aid programs for small scale agriculture. For more information, contact John McIntyre at 613-550-0561 or by email at marlmcin@gmail.com.

South Stormont effort to address world hunger In a couple of months, another season of sowing seeds and reaping crops to raise money for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank will begin on this land located on South Branch Road between Pitt and McConnel Roads in Cornwall.

Ice jams form ice dams

This ice jam near Wade Rd. south of Russell Village shows how winter ice breaking up can jam up in creeks and rivers. The ice floes can form temporary dams, which cause water to back up behind them, and can cause a fast rush of water downstream when they let go. Local conservation authorities and the OPP are also reminding people to watch children closely and stay away from stream banks and edges this time of year, as they are unstable, slippery and can fall into fast-flowing, very cold water. Vetter photo

Ferguson Nursery Continued from page 19 Day, as fundraisers and for corporate giveaways. Bareroot seedlings Bareroot seedlings are the most economical planting stock for large planting projects. They are the best performers in open field plantings where competition is high. Bareroot seedlings are generally only available first thing in the spring after frost has left the ground, when handling and planting stresses are minimal. Oversized Oversized Value-Added stock are larger bareroot

hardwood and conifer plants for those clients requiring a larger tree. These plants are typically used by landscapers or landowners wanting a more established planting site, and are also be used by nurseries to establish their own potted products or lined out to grow on to a caliper tree. Potted trees Potted stock are plants that have been grown in a one gallon to 10 gallon pot for a minimum of three months in our nursery. The plants used are from our own nursery bareroot production. Potted stock can be planted throughout the

growing season from spring to fall. The Nursery is no longer operating as a retail outlet. Potted stock can now be pre-ordered online. There is a minimum purchase of 10 pots, however they can be of different species. Nature trails The Ferguson Forest Centre aslo has hiking trails during their season for anyone who likes to be at one with nature. Orders and prices are available on their website at fergusontreenursery.ca or you can call the nursery at (613) 258-0110 for more information.

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Heritage breeds may be going behind bars

by Lynn Macnab AgriNews Contributor UNVEGAN – IF LAURIE MAUS OF DUNVEGAN HAS HER WAY, SOME ONTARIO HERITAGE LIVESTOCK, INCLUDING HER TUNIS SHEEP AND CHANTECLER HENS, COULD BE HEADING TO PRISON… FOR THEIR GOOD AND FOR THE BENE-

FIT OF PRISONERS WHO WILL TEND THEM.

“It’s a proven fact that a connection to animals helps people rehabilitate,” Maus explained to members of The Heritage Livestock Club of Eastern Ontario who attended the annual meeting Feb.18 in Russell. Maus presented her case to incorporate heritage breeds into prison farms, defunct since the previous Conservative government nixed such programs, including the profitable former Frontenac prison farm in Kingston. At the time, the facility was considered to be one of the best dairy operations in the country, with an awardwinning herd bred over 100 years. As with other prison

pens, it provided inmates with dozens of jobs that included milking, gathering eggs, feeding and cleaning, as well as offering food to other prisons and local food banks. The Conservatives decided the system was no longer a useful way to rehabilitate inmates and closed it down, claiming that the farming skills acquired were no longer useful in the workplace. “But it was good for the animals, the prisoners and particularly to help keep the viability of heritage breeds alive,” stated Maus. Pat Kincaid was a prisoner at the pen in Kingston and appreciates the dairy cows for teaching him the skills he needed to break free from a life-long cycle of crime. Kincaid spent 35 years behind bars for thefts and assaults and has been out and clean for over seven years. He credits the 120 cows he tended for teaching him patience and anger management. Kincaid’s not alone in his appreciation for the animals.

Rare breed owners concurred that a prison system in which to raise animals would be ideal. “Bio-security is a major issue in these institutions and that will help keep the purity of the gene stock,” said Deborah McChesney who signed on to help promote the association and its latest farm endeavour on social media. McChesney has recently joined the group, raises heritage breeds herself and is all too familiar with the prison system. As foster mother to a young mischievous boy who’s been in maximumsecurity lock down, she’s witnessed the lack of stimulation in prisons. “Bringing heritage animals back to the system will be good for everyone and offer inmates a chance to be productive and useful. Animals don’t judge you.” Many others at the meeting agreed on the benefits of raising rare livestock in prisons for inmate rehabilitation and also for bio-security. Maus explained how rare breed animals have

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qualities unfound in commercial varieties and how important it is to sustain those characteristics. ”We have to keep these breeds alive because they have higher disease resistance, better longevity, greater adaptability in this changing environment and besides, they taste better.” The Pen Farm Herd Coop acquired some cows from the defunct Kingston penitentiary and has developed a business plan to prove the benefits of animals on prison farms. The Liberal government is considering reopening some of the closed pens including two in Kingston, and is in the process of evaluating the project. About 20 other heritage breed owners who raise endangered sheep, poultry, cattle and swine were on board to promote the idea. Last fall, Maus proposed her plan to a Queen’s University audience. She then took it to Francis Drouin, Liberal MP for Glengarry-Prescott-Russell, who supports the idea. Along with partner Bob Garner, Maus raises her-

Focus on heritage breeds

Laurie Maus with her Tunis sheep and Mamerra guard dog on her Hawkhill heritage farm near Dunvegan.

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itage certified sheep and poultry and at one time raised and bred the iconic Canadian horse. Maus is not only a heritage animal breeder, but also holds a Master’s degree from York University in animal biochemistry and has worked

in several government departments dedicated to the improvement of animal sustainability. Maus was a guest speaker at Eco Farm Day in Cornwall, Feb. 25, and scheduled to coordinate Sheep Day, March 4, in Embrun.

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Life-long dedication to farm conservation defines Soil Champion by Lilian Schaer Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association Special to The AgriNews RIC KAISER HAS SPENT A LIFETIME BUILDING HIS QUINTE REGION FARM; TRANSFORMING 14 FORMER LOYALIST MIXED SETTLEMENT PROPERTIES

ON HEAVY CLAY SOIL INTO A LARGE AND PRODUCTIVE EGG, FIELD CROP AND STRAWBERRY BUSINESS.

And although he says it’s still a work in progress, he’s justifiably proud of the results. His efforts have earned him the 2017 Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association (OSCIA) Soil Champion Award, which is handed out annually by the OSCIA to recognize leaders in sustainable soil management. “There is no one practice to farm conservation; everything has a part to play,” says Kaiser, who has a civil engineering degree from the Royal Military College and bought the first 300 acres of his farm in 1969. “Sustainability has many components, but the preservation of top soil must be the final result.” Today owned by Eric’s youngest son Max, Kaiser Lake Farms sits on the shores of both Bay of Quinte and Hay Bay – a recreational area for water skiing and wind surfing and also from where the Kaisers and their non-farming neighbours draw their water. The challenges of the land, the unique location and Eric’s determination not to see erosion sweep his soil into the bay sparked his lifelong love affair with conservation. As a conventional farmer till the mid1980s, he knew he wanted to evolve into no-till production, which meant systematically tile draining the land as quickly as he could afford to do so. “The farm land isn’t good enough to support that kind of endeavor, but we have layers and pullets that gave us the financial wherewithal to do all of that over time,” he says. “We did infilling as late as 2013, so it continues to be a work in progress.”

“If I won the lottery, I would tile the land on two foot centres,” he adds. “Tiles are step one here, without tiles, nothing works.” A long-time advocate of no-till planting, Kaiser says the key to doing it well is putting a new planter in the field every day. That means replacing missing or worn-out parts daily and every winter, pulling the planter into the shop and disassembling every row unit for an overhaul. “We farm like cash croppers, but we’re actually livestock producers so we have manure to spread,” he explains, which comes with big soil compaction concerns. All equipment travels only on the farm’s own driveways and grass waterways, and there’s not a single piece of equipment on the farm that hasn’t been modified and improved somehow to be better suited to their land. The Kaisers use an 8,000 gallon Nuhn quad-train manure spreader with radial tires at 14 PSI from front to back to spread their poultry manure after wheat harvest. As it’s applied, the manure is incorporated into the ground with a small, light disc that penetrates only about two inches into the soil. Then, cover crops are planted. “We’re doing the best we can for compaction, which is a big issue especially as machinery keeps getting bigger,” he says. “But the livestock are an important part of this operation, and one of our guiding principles is integration of animal and vegetable protein production.” The Kaisers feed their corn and wheat crop to their 30,000 layers and the 130,000 pullets they grow annually, and sell their soybeans to buy back meal for their poultry feed. Their crop rotation has included cover crops since the 1980s, but it really became much more diverse after Kaiser met renowned soil scientist Jill Clapperton in 2003 when he served as chair of the Innovative Farmers Association of Ontario annual conference and she came to speak at the event. Continued on page 23

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OFA addressing skewed farm tax ratio with municipalities

OFA commentary by Peggy Brekveld, Vice-President, Ontario Federation of Agriculture

URAL MUNICIPALITIES ACROSS THE PROVINCE ARE

FEELING THE SQUEEZE OF FUNDING SHORTFALLS.

CHANGES

IN PROVINCIAL

FUNDING PROGRAMS, BOUNDARY AMALGAMATIONS AND RISING INFRASTRUCTURE COSTS ARE AMONG THE MANY CAUSES OF STRAINED MUNICIPAL BUDGETS.

THESE

MONE-

TARY CONCERNS ARE LEAVING MUNICIPAL COUNCILS LOOKING AROUND FOR OTHER FUNDING SOURCES, AND THAT PUTS A LOT OF PRESSURE ON THE PROPERTY TAX SYSTEM.

The 2016 Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) notifications saw an average rise in residential values by approximately 12 per cent and a spike in farmland values by as much as 120 per cent in Ontario. That’s a huge revenue potential for tax dollars for municipalities looking

for much-needed funds. However, this presents cost challenges to our farm businesses and skews the tax burden to farms. That is why the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) has been advocating for increased funding to municipalities for years and continues in earnest today, especially with the upcoming provincial budget. One of OFA’s biggest challenges right now is working with rural municipalities across Ontario to help them understand the implications of the new MPAC assessments. As property values go up, taxes rise. Ontario farmers are dealing with a significant shift in tax dollars paid on farmland compared to commercial or residential taxes. OFA and our members across the province understand the importance of proper funding to maintain healthy communities. We all need sound roads, bridges and waterways, schools and hospitals for

our rural communities and access to necessary social services. Our members and others working in Ontario’s agriculture and agri-food industry make up much of the rural community population living in municipalities. The disproportionately higher rise in farmland values means farmers will be contributing a higher proportion of taxes to their municipalities unless municipalities reduce the farmland tax ratio to less than 25 per cent of the residential rate. The tax legislation anticipated this potential disparity and allows municipalities to make that reduction to better balance the tax burden. OFA is reaching out to many rural municipalities across the province to help them understand the farm tax ratio and the implications of setting farm tax rates. Ontario farmers must be competitive to stay in business. That means keeping our input costs, expenses and taxes at reasonable rates. Rural communities depend on farm-

ers as members of the community, employers, economic contributors and neighbours. OFA under-

stands the restrictive funding situations many municipalities are facing and will continue to work

Soil Champion Continued from page 22 Corn, soybeans and wheat on their own were not a rotation, she told him, so the experimentation began with crops like field peas, red clover, oats, barley, sudangrass, buckwheat, sun hemp, sunflowers, and tillage radish. Peas and barley have worked well, and sunflowers have proven to both a successful cover crop and popular with the neighbors, who are welcome to come to the Kaiser fields and pick flowers for Thanksgiving and Halloween. Other organizations like the Soil Conservation Council of Canada and the Quinte Soil and Crop Improvement Association have also recognized Kaiser’s work and he’s a frequent speaker and participant at conferences and workshops across North America. Overall though, Kaiser says its dirt that has been his biggest challenge – the relatively impermeable soil that is 80 – 95 per cent silt and clay and has defined conservation efforts throughout his farming career. “We never do the same thing every

with municipal leaders to secure needed funding to avoid punitive farmland taxation.

year, but we do the things we think are important for this farm,” says Kaiser, who believes the combine to be an essential farm management tool. “When you’re combining, you see every acre of every crop. You can see the effect of what you did and it allows you to plan for the future.” That’s the same reason he encourages other farmers interested in soil conservation to just take the plunge and do so – and to do it front and centre on the farm so it can be seen every day. Cover crops and no-till aren’t new technologies, he argues, and if they’re implemented where they can be watched daily, it will help farmers figure out how to make improvements. “Don’t hide it away, that’s a lack of commitment to something new you’re trying,” he believes. Do you know someone worthy of the title Soil Champion? The submission deadline for the 2018 Award is Sept. 1, 2017. For the application form and details, visit ontariosoilcrop.org For more information, contact: Amber Van De Peer – avandepeer@ontariosoilcrop.org or 519826-3152.

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Start the conversation with the next generation Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer VONMORE—IF

YOU PASS YOUR FARM ON TO CHILDREN OR OTHER FAMILY MEMBERS, YOU WANT TO ENSURE THAT EVERYTHING YOU’VE WORKED SO HARD AND SO LONG FOR IS TAKEN GOOD CARE OF, BUT INTERFERING WITH THE NEXT GENERATION OF FARMERS MIGHT HARM MORE THAN IT HELPS.

So start the conversation now. Sit down regularly and talk about plans for the future—how to improve operations, what to maintain and what might be something to change or let go, and if done as a regular farm business-style meeting, just with the topic of succession also on the table, the conversation doesn’t have to be emotional. Some topics are harder than others to broach though, including death, disability, separation or divorce, children working off the farm, disaster like fire or flood, or bankruptcy. These are all real possibilities that if planned for, need not be as disastrous to either the farm operation or the well-being of the family, as they could be without a plan. (Preferably more than one, Plan A is not complete without a Plan B.) Planning for the next generation was a theme at a conference on succession planning recently, with presentations from Collins Barrow, Horner & Pietersma and O’Farrell Financial Services, at the North Stormont Community Centre. Life insurance on key personnel, like many other businesses carry, can help in the case of death or disabili-

ty, providing funds to help get over that loss. Agreements should be drawn up with care and only after much discussion and consensus. They should also consider the emotions of the parties. For example, most agreements are written so that if one person becomes disabled for a set period of time others have the option to buy that person out. But think about the hurt that can cause—for a person already dealing with a new disability now they have to wrestle with being thrown out of the business. Agreements protecting assets in the case of marriage breakdowns should also consider both the financial needs of the partners and the effects on children of the marriage. Currently common law relationships are not subject to equalization between separating spouses, only marriages are, but the law is developing to include common law. In the case of a partner or shareholder who is a separating spouse an equalization claim for half of the accrued net worth of that shareholder can occur, and the impact can be significant. The conversation doesn’t have to only deal with negative outcomes either. It’s important to tell the history of the farm, looking toward the future, talk about how governance was worked out, how day-to-day decisions are made, what to be careful of when making decisions— along with what happens in a careless moment. Itemizing predictable risks, as well as possible positive outcomes, and what to do in those cases, helps in many situations. After much discussion,

draw up a farm business agreement. This is about who controls what and where and in what circumstances. For example one child might want to have control of the dairy business and another child control of the cash cropping. That can be spelled out. Panelists cautioned the agreement must include right of first refusal, which they identified as crucial. You do not want part of the business sold to strangers and not offered to family first. But what about the actual ongoing care of the business? Unless the farm is just one married couple who do income splitting, it may be valuable to set everyone one up as employees, with employee benefits, including a group benefit plan, for protection. It can include health, dental, insurance and a pension. Hugh O’Neill, Agriculture Business Advisor with O’Farrell Financial, discussed developing the successor, including training for workload management, management training, and the transition into new ownership structures. Consider whether the eldest generation wants to retire completely in the future or still participate on the farm. Do they want to live there or buy a bungalow in town? If they do that, is someone available to drive them out if needed? How will farm income support them and support the next generations on the farm? As these ideas evolve, you can consult tax, legal, accounting and financial advisors. Make sure your plan is actually feasible, and won’t cause more problems than it solves.

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Advisory Council recommends unleashing agri-food growth and potential

TTAWA – THE LATEST ADVISORY COUNCIL ON ECONOMIC GROWTH (COUNCIL) REPORT RECOMMENDS UNLEASHING GROWTH AND POTENTIAL IN THE AGRI-FOOD SECTOR, THROUGH SEVERAL CHANGES, INCLUDING REGULATORY.

The report suggests a need to, “Launch an agfood pilot by convening private and public sector stakeholders, identifying major obstacles to growth, setting an aspiration (a vision and quantified goals), and recommending concrete actions. The Council’s recommendations provide a ‘toolkit’ that should be leveraged to support growth – e.g., a federal infrastructure bank, a foreign direct investment agency, and a method for catalyzing ‘innovation marketplaces’.” In a media release, the Canadian Seed Trade Association said it welcomes the bold proposals for growth for the agrifood sector outlined in the report. The CTSA said, “Seed is the start of it all, the entire agriculture and agri-food value chain. Many of CSTA’s priorities are supported in the report, including that collaboration between governments and stakeholders, and the creation of strong, supportive policies are essential to driving economic growth. CSTA agrees with the Council that more opportunities to position Canada to the global community as a source of safe, healthy and nutritious food must be identified. CSTA also supports the Council's recommendations to eliminate regulatory burden where possible as the seed industry innovates faster than we can be regulated... Setting aspirational and quantified goals are part of the Council’s plan to leverage ag-food sector growth and potential. This is an exciting approach and CSTA member companies are ready to lend expertise and to partner with governments and stakeholders to set these goals and bring them to reality.” However, the Council was careful to state it is not suggesting that growth be pursued at all costs. “Some well-designed environmental or labour regulations, for example, may achieve

their intended objectives and also reduce growth. In many cases, such regulations are appropriate; in other cases, the regulations are excessive or suboptimal in their design, creating unnecessary barriers to growth. Details within each sector need to be carefully examined.” The report recommends government “begin developing strategies to clear a path for growth of highpotential sectors by studying the endowment, or starting position, of each sector and comparing our strengths and weaknesses with other countries and with significant trends in the market for the sector’s products and services. Next, the government can work with its private sector partners to develop possible aspirations for the sector and to identify bold moves for helping it advance toward them quickly.” Although the word “bold” is frequently used in the report, it is not defined. The report states that Canada’s agri-food sector is among the world’s largest with the United States 26.1-billion of agricultural products Canada exported in 2015, which was 5.7 per cent of all global agricultural exports. Canada is the single largest exporter of wheat, canola, and lentils, and the 11thlargest exporter of agrifood, with U.S. $19.1-billion of these exports in 2015—2.8 per cent of the global total. It also leads the way in niche products like maple syrup. The sector is one of Canada’s largest employers and economic engines, contributing 2.1-million jobs and 6.7 per cent of GDP. These jobs are widely dispersed across rural and urban areas, are a force for economic inclusion and support many new Canadians. Some require skilled workers with a high degree of digital literacy. The Council said Canadian agri-food has averaged an annual growth of 9.5 per cent over the past five years, and has advantages, including a wealth of fresh water and arable land. Canada’s perhectare use of pesticides is among the world’s lowest, appealing to consumers, and operates in favourable

business and economic conditions. As well, Canadian institutions, political stability and international goodwill encourage foreign investment and cross-border trade, notably with the major market of the U.S. Companies have affordable, reliable access to capital and inputs (fertilizers, feed, and seeds) and a healthy network of university research and development facilities. The report summarizes

that Canada is in a good position, saying, “Many middle-class consumers also want proof that their food has been produced in a safe and environmentally sustainable way. Land degradation, water scarcity, urban sprawl, climate change, and political and social instability could make it harder for many countries to produce the food they need and are likely to place a premium on agricultural products from

regions where environmental and labour conditions are considered good.” Identified obstacles include the need to move up the food chain, meaning more processing of food done in Canada, which currently processes only half of its agricultural output. Underdevelopment in the food-processing sector partly stems from historical actions, such as lack of investment in processing infrastructure, and a regula-

tory environment with lengthy permitting processes, supply-management boards, etc. There is also underinvestment in transportation infrastructure, according to the Council, which it states compounds the difficulty to aggregate food-processing supply chains across the country’s vast land mass, resulting in a greater reliance on commodity trade. Continued on page 38

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4-H Ontario announces 2017 Youth Ambassadors

OCKWOOD – ON WED., MARCH 1, 4-H ONTARIO ANNOUNCED THE SELECTION OF THE SIX NEW 4-H ONTARIO AMBASSADORS WHO WILL REPRESENT THE ORGANIZATION ACROSS THE PROVINCE IN

2017.

SHANNON DESJARDINS, LYNDSAY DICKSON, NICOLE FRENCH, ROBERT MCKINLAY, SARAH MUTTON AND SIERRA STANLEY WERE CHOSEN BY A PANEL OF JUDGES, INCLUDING TWO FROM

GROWMARK AND UPI ENERGY, AT THE 4-H ONTARIO HEAD OFFICE IN ROCKWOOD. Coming from Prince Edward 4-H Association in Region 3, Shannon Desjardins has been a 4-H member for 11 years and completed more than 112 projects. During her tenure, Shannon has attended various 4-H opportunities at the local, regional and provincial level. Shannon said she wanted to be an SPONSORS

Ambassador because she has watched her local 4-H friends go through the program and grow even further with 4-H. Lyndsay Dickson joins the team from Leeds 4-H Association in Region 2. She has been a member for five years and has completed over 27 projects during her tenure. Lyndsay has been the recipient of many awards for her judging skills and accomplishments as a dairy showperson. Lyndsay said that she is proud to be a 4-H’er because of the lifelong friendships, memories and experiences that 4-H has provided her. Joining the Ambassador team from Peel 4-H Association in Region 4, Nicole French has been a 4-H member for seven years completing over 54 projects. Nicole has also participated in various 4-H opportunities including Go For The Gold and Youth

Adventure Camp. Nicole’s reference said Nicole is an individual that models true positive character. Robert McKinlay joins the Ambassador Program from the Grey 4-H Association in Region 5. He has been a 4-H member for eight years completing over 33 projects, including lawn tractor pulling, various livestock clubs and more. Rob’s reference said he is a thoughtful and inspirational leader who understands the importance of contributing to his community. Sarah Mutton hails from the Parry Sound 4-H Association in Region 1. She has been a 4-H member for seven years and completed over 25 projects as well as many camp and conference opportunities. Sarah’s reference said Sarah is well liked and respected by the other club members and provides an excellent role model for all the young

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people in their club. Sierra Stanley comes to the Ambassador program from the Carleton 4-H Association in Region 2. A member for six years, Sierra has completed over 16 projects and attended Provincial 4-H Leadership Camp. Sierra’s reference says she someone who is always polite and helpful towards others, works hard to plan ahead and is always prepared for

what’s needed. The official 4-H Ontario announcement of the incoming Ambassadors occurred at the end of February at the Ambassador Reception in Guelph. The new Ambassadors will now begin their roles for 2017 representing the organization across the province. The 4-H Ontario Ambassador program provides youth with advanced

level training in leadership, citizenship, communications and public relations. Ambassadors put their energy and 4-H experiences to work recruiting new members and sharing the 4-H story. They attend 4-H Ontario events across the province, as well as representing the organization at community events to promote the program. Continued on page 28

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4-H registration in Lanark County starting in March

by Dianne Pinder-Moss AgriNews Contributor ANARK COUNTY – IF ANY YOUTH LIKE

HAVING FUN WHILE DEVELOPING NEW SKILLS AND MAKING NEW FRIENDS, THE LANARK COUNTY 4-H ASSOCIATION HAS LOTS OF CLUBS TO CHOOSE FROM.

For those interested in participating in one of the association’s spring clubs, a registration night is sheduled for March 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Zion-Memorial United Church Hall in Carleton Place. “This will be an information night for all clubs in the county, but signup for all spring clubs,” explains Melissa Renaud, vice-president and association representative for the Lanark County 4-H Association. “There will be roughly 20 different clubs registering from gardening, sheep, dairy, beef, On Your Own, Cloverbuds, etc.” 4-H is open to youth ages nine to 21 years of age – Cloverbuds is aimed at ages 6-8 – as of Jan. 1 of this year. New clubs are always being added to the mix. One of the new offerings this spring focuses on barn quilts, which are painted replicas of actual fabric quilt blocks on boards. Through the club, members will be introduced to the concept of quilts and to design and create a barn quilt. “Marketing 4-H” is another addition to the club program in which participants will learn basic marketing principles and strategies, as

well as how to organize a special event for fellow members and families to attend in the community. Limited spaces are available for both clubs and members must be ages 14+. As of the AgriNews deadline, the list of Lanark County 4-H Clubs for 2017, including contact information, was as follows: ● South Lanark Vet Club (runs October to February) – Barb Keith, 613-264-1008; ● Lanark Dairy Club – Beth Yuill, 613-267-6123; ● North Lanark Sheep – Tanya Boyd, 613-229-0332 and Ross Creighton, 613256-4752; ● Plowing Club / Soil and Crop – Mark Dowdall, 613259-3131 and Andrew Dawson, 613-259-3157; ● Lanark Beef – Andrew and Julie Dawson, 613-2593157; ● Pakenham Beef–- Kate McNulty, 613-256-1665 and Liz Roffey, 613-432-4276; ● South Lanark Sheep Club – Melissa Renaud, 613250-0438 and Bev Savard, 613-257-3350; ● Rabbit Club – Bev Savard, 613-257-3350 and Laura Gale, 613-315-2787; ● Archery Club – Mark and Kim Dowdall, 613-2593131; ● Lanark Highlands Youth Centre Clubs – LHYC, 613259-2012; ●Pizza Club-- Beth Yuill, 613-267-6123; ● Birds and Bats – Beth Yuill, 613-267-6123, Barb Keith, 613-264-1008 and Sherry Jordan, 613-2671059;

● Squaredancing Club – Kristy Ferrill, 613-259-2431 and Shelly Quinn, 613-2530157; ● Poultry Club – Melissa Renaud, 613-250-0438 and Jessica Pettes, 613-794-2879; ● Gardening Club – Jessica Pettes, 613-794-2879 and Melissa Renaud, 613250-0438; ● Boer Goat Club – Sarah and Marshall James, 613451-2042; ●General Goat Club – Bev Savard, 613-257-3350 and Laura Gale, 613-3152787; ● Barn Quilt Club (ages 14+, maximum 10 members) – Bev Savard, 613-257-3350 and Laura Gale, 613-3152787; ● Marketing 4-H (ages 14+, maximum 10 members) – Bev Savard, 613-257-3350 and Laura Gale, 613-3152787; ● Go For The Gold – Bev Savard, 613-257-3350 and Laura Gale, 613-315-2787; ● Cloverbuds (ages 6-8) – Melissa Renaud, 613-2500438 and Carrie Savard, 613807-3350. “We are always welcoming to leaders joining our county and running new clubs as well,” mentions Renaud. The fee for this year is $85. Payment can be made at the registration night by cash or through cheques made payable to the Lanark County

4-H Association. During 2016, within the Lanark 4-H Association, there were 151 registered regular members, as well as 10 Cloverbuds, who participated in a total of 30 projects. In addition, there were 33 volunteers. Of course, as the association’s membership coordinator Bev Savard points out, 4-H offers opportunities for youth beyond the

club projects. These include camps, conferences and “Go For The Gold” and other competitions. Find out more about these opportunities at www.4hontario.ca/youth/opportunities/camps/default.aspx, www.4hontario.ca/youth/opportunities/conferences/default. aspx and www.4-hon-

tario.ca/youth/opportunities/competitions-contests/default.aspx. As an example, Savard’s daughter Carrie will be representing 4-H Ontario and Lanark County at the Global 4-H Summit in Ottawa in July. “(There are) lots of interesting and worthwhile experiences for the members,” she remarked.

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4-H Youth Continued from page 26 “The 4-H Ontario Ambassadors are an integral part to the promotion of 4-H to current and potential volunteers, members and stakeholders by representing the program across the province,” said Marianne Fallis, Senior Manager, Programming, 4H Ontario. “This year’s new team of Ambassadors will carry on the tradition of exceptional youth who are passionate about sharing the many experiences and opportunities the 4-H Ontario program has to offer.” To book a 4-H Ontario Ambassador for your event, complete the request form online at: www.4hontario.ca/media/bookambassador.aspx. 4-H Ontario is a nonprofit positive youth development organization that builds youth as leaders within their communities and assets to the world. With roots in rural Ontario, today it is open to youth between the ages of six and 21 of all backgrounds

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Carbon tax and rural school closings among ‘hot topics’ for LFA in 2017 by Dianne Pinder-Moss AgriNews Contributor ANARK COUNTY – AFTER CELEBRATING ITS 75TH ANNIVERSARY LAST YEAR, 2017 MAY NOT BE AS

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LANARK FEDERATION OF AGRICULTURE (LFA) BUT IT PROMISES TO BE BUSY FROM AN ADVOCACY STANDPOINT.

Throughout its history, the LFA has always advocated on behalf of its members. And that will continue this year. Current “hot topics,” according to Andrea McCoy-Naperstkow, a director and past president of the LFA, include the carbon tax, proposed closing of several rural schools in Lanark County and across the province and a draft policy by the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA) to designate non-provincially significant wetlands within the watershed. Another issue the LFA will be “tackling” is the invasive plant wild parsnip. While McCoy-Naperstkow says the LFA and its members support the County of Lanark’s spraying of county roadsides to help control the spread of the invasive

plant, she acknowledges that the spraying is a “controversial” issue. Also a concern for the federation is the potential impact of rising farm property values by MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation) on tax rates. “There are a lot of concerns property taxes are going to be affected by it,” McCoy-Naperstkow stated. The issue was a topic of discussion at the Feb. 16 meeting of the Lanark County Agriculture Working Group, on which she sits as a representative of the LFA. On the agenda was a request by the federation that the county reduce taxes for farmland property classes, in terms of the percentage paid of the mill rate, by five per cent from the current 25 per cent. “There was very good discussion,” McCoyNaperstkow said, with action on the item seeing the working group recommend that the Economic Development Committee (EDC) of Lanark County Council support the request. The recommendation also called on the county to notify the LFA of the date of the EDC meeting when this matter is on

the agenda for discussion. With the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) looking at reviewing its structure, feedback is being sought from the county federations. The LFA intends to provide that input. “It is an issue quite close to our heart,” McCoy-Naperstkow mentioned. “…We want to make sure there’s a good relationship with the OFA and LFA.” In the early spring, members of the LFA will be joining representatives of other federations and farming organizations for the annual Hill Lobby Day

on Parliament Hill. The event is tentatively set for March 23. “It’s an opportunity where we meet and talk with politicians about agriculture,” she explained. While several special events were organized last year as part of the LFA’s 75th anniversary celebrations, at least two of these initiatives will be repeated in 2017. These are the first aid course for members and a farm tour for municipal politicians in Lanark County. The Oct. 26 tour, which took in three farms, as well as Two Rivers Food Hub in Smiths Falls, was well received by the six

members of the municipal contingent who took part. Also “in the works,” says McCoy-Naperstkow, is an Agricultural Wall of Fame. “We are approaching some historical societies to see who might be interested in having an agricultural hall of fame,” she noted, adding that the project, which LFA executive member Lorne Heslop is moving ahead on with help from the board, is currently in the discussion stages. Elected as directors by the membership at the LFA’s Annual General Meeting in October were the following: Ted Letts – President;

Lillian Drummond – Secretary; Bruce Nolan – First Vice; Rosemary Kralik – Second Vice; Andrea McCoyNaperstkow; Lorne Heslop; Dave Campbell; Alvin Dobbie; Richard Kidd; Roy Lightbody; Beth Yuill; and Deb Knapton – Member Service Representative. As of the summer of 2016, the LFA had a membership of more than 400 but, as McCoy-Naperstkow says, “we are always looking for more.” Anyone who is interested in becoming a member is encouraged to contact Lillian Drummond at 613-256-3628.

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New Forage Masters Competition introduced

UELPH – THE LONG-AWAITED DEBUT OF THE NEW FORAGE MASTERS COMPETITION TOOK PLACE IN FEBRUARY AT THE ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE ONTARIO SOIL AND CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION (OSCIA). THE PREVIOUS COMPETITION RAN SUCCESSFULLY FOR ABOUT 30-YEARS, BUT IN RECENT YEARS WAS EXPERIENCING REDUCED ENROLMENT AND NOT GARNERING MUCH ATTENTION FROM NEW PARTICIPANTS.

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For those who were familiar with the previous competition, the changes introduced with the new product will be immediately detected. The Committee assigned the task of engineering the new and improved product was led by Don Oliver, OSCIA Director for the East Central Region. He was assisted by several others on the Board of Directors and staff. Experts willingly stepped up from OMAFRA and from industry to lend their skills and ideas, and the exercise also benefited from advice offered by OSCIA members. Four goals were central in developing the new design: improve forage management; boost the profile of forages; increase awareness of the economic and environmental benefits of growing forage; and renew interest in the Forage Masters Competition. “Producers are constantly seeking information on how to refine production practices to optimize profits and safeguard the environment, and participating in the new

Forage Masters Competition will help them achieve that,” says Mack Emiry, OSCIA President. “Improving soil health is a major focus of this organization, and there is no better way to build soil organic carbon than a well-managed perennial crop.” To be successful and sustainable over a long period of time, the new approach to Forage Masters needed to be efficient and affordable, expandable over time, directly engage grassroots members across the province, and provide real value to our sponsors. “I think we’ve accomplished that,” remarked Oliver. “The comments we have received from members so far are extremely encouraging, and the confidence shown by three important sponsors who have already committed resources is most gratifying.” The new procedures start with the participant completing a self-assessment of their current forage management practices. “We took a page from the highly-successful Environmental Farm Plan with the emphasis put on producer education,” says Oliver. “The Forage Master SelfAssessment allows growers to choose the statement that best reflects current management, and offers best practices to encourage where they should be headed for optimal results.” Choices range from Best, to Good, to Needs Improvement. Participants only answer questions that apply to their operation, and the competition is equally open to all farm sectors that rely on forage. Only OSCIA members can participate. There are 45 questions in all across three modules, each dealing with a different aspect of forage production: the agronomics of growing; harvesting, storage, Continued on page 37

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ED-19 waste disposal site defeated

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REGIONAL LANDFILL SITE OWNED BY THE UNITED COUNTIES. Council member Pay Sayeau, Mayor of Edwardsburgh Cardinal Township where the site is located, brought the motion forward at a regular meeting of council. Nine of 10 council members voted against the motion, with the exception of Sayeau. Two delegations were heard prior to the vote. Edwardsburgh Cardinal Councillor Michael Barrett presented a petition. He said residents are concerned if the land is sold to a private company there is a greater risk of the landfill expanding and bringing in waste from other jurisdic-

tions. Michael Walters, a senior manager with the Tomlinson Group, a company interested in purchasing the site, said the designation of ED-19 as a landfill was determined many years ago and was the result of “sound engineering.” He said the site would be limited to taking in 50 tonnes of waste per year, which could serve Leeds and Grenville for the next 28 years. Following the vote, Warden Robin Jones asked Counties Chief Administrative Officer Andy Brown to complete a timeline report on ED-19’s designation, how much public input there has been throughout the process and a communications strategy moving forward to improve public engagement. The report is to be presented at the next Committee of the Whole meeting on March 7. The defeated motion follows a public meeting Feb. 16 where Edwardsburgh Cardinal Township residents voiced concern over the sale and usage of the land without more public consultation. The motion

noted residents clearly expressed their opposition to “any future development of the ED-19 waste disposal site or any other waste disposal site within the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal” at the meeting. The designated property called ED-19 is located at the west end of Byers Road. It is approximately 165 acres in size with about 35 acres designated for the landfill footprint. ED-19 was identified as the preferred landfill site in the 1990s as the result of a Waste Management Master Plan Study for the United Counties, Brockville and Prescott. ED-19 received Environmental Assessment approval and a Provisional Certificate of Approval from the Province of Ontario in 1998. For more information, contact CAO Andy Brown at 613-3423840, ext. 2301. Editor’s Note: This media release just in as AgriNews was going to press. See article by Tom Van Dusen, page 7, for more details relating to the earlier Spencerville meeting in February.

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The blue bags on these maple trees noted in Dundas County are supported by hangers on the spouts and are a relatively new method of gathering sap, instead of using lines or pails. Carruthers photo

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Turkey trot Wild turkeys cross a trail near Crysler around the end of February. Wild turkeys were extirpated in Eastern Ontario but reintroduced late in the 20th century and now thrive in the area. Wild turkeys are the largest of the upland ground birds and native to North America. They are the same species as domestic turkey varieties, which were bred from a Mexican subspecies of wild turkey. Changes have been made to turkey hunting rules for 2017, which can be found at www.ohep.net. Carruthers photo

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Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program: Setting the record straight on misconceptions by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer YNDEN – IN A

RECENT MEDIA RELEASE, REGARD-

SEASONAL AGRICULTURAL WORKER PROGRAMS (SAWP), THE FOREIGN AGRICULTURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES (FARMS) ING THE

ADDRESSED WHAT IT CALLS MISPERCEPTIONS AND INACCURATE GENERALIZATIONS ABOUT BOTH SAWP AND CANADA'S TEMPORARY FOREIGN WORKER PROGRAM. The release described SAWP as a model to governments and agricultural organ-

izations around the world. About 18,000 seasonal workers provide Ontario fruit and vegetable growers with a vital source of supplementary labour. There are a total of about 30,000 seasonal ag workers in all of Canada which do specialized and/or essential jobs. “Without seasonal agricultural workers there would not be an industry left,” said president Ken Forth, who raises vegetables near Hamilton. “We would be back to a cottage industry, which would not be sustainable. You can't grow stuff if you haven't got people to pick it.” The program was created

in 1966 to help farmers respond to a shortage of agricultural labour and the program continues to serve the same role today, says the FARMS media release. “There’s a lot of criticism of seasonals, but it’s based on lack of knowledge and politicians don't get it,” said Forth in a telephone interview. He expressed frustration with the way politicians react to opinions from persons, often urbanites, who claim seasonal workers take jobs from Canadians and call for increasing restrictions. “SAWP is a Canadians-first program, and years ago we would have had a few Canadian seasonal workers,

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but now the baby boomers are too old to be out in fields picking tomatoes.” Not only does the 51year-old program benefit farmers and Canada's economy as a whole, but also it gives the seasonal workers well-paying employment, benefits and educational opportunities not available to them at home. About 60 per cent of foreign farm labourers come from Mexico and 40 per cent from Caribbean countries. Most of them work about 22 weeks annually. Forth describes the situa-

tion with some of his own workers. “I’ve got one guy who’s been working for me for 32 years. He has a big family, and he can afford to go home and give his kids university degrees.” Forth says the Canadian government should be taking some credit for improving prospects for Mexican and Caribbean children. “If you start educating their kids, you’re helping people in third world countries, helping more than an aid package does.” He points out that if the average Mexican or

Caribbean family has five people per family, and there are almost 40,000 foreign workers who can educate their children, that’s 200,000 people positively affected and taking themselves out of poverty. He emphasized “themselves,” and then continued the point. “That's what people don't appreciate,” he says. “Canada is making decisions about foreigners, about Mexico and some Caribbean countries, about those people, and here we are Continued on page 37

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Ag workers Continued from page 36 helping them, without hurting the government’s budgets at all.” Seasonal ag workers also help maintain farming and rural communities, as most domestic farms which produce fruits and vegetables which lost their labourers would have to switch over to large-scale grain crops , which reduces the number of small farmers, which in turn hollows out communities, especially if big international hedge fund companies start buying land, which has been

Forage Masters Competition Continued from page 33 and feeding; and finally ensiling. The writer assigned the task of compiling the modules and structuring the questions was popular farm journalist Ray Ford, a forage producer himself. “Synthesizing the considerable amounts of information down to easy-to-understand questions was no easy task,” remarked Oliver, “but with Ray’s flair for writing and the technical scrutiny provided by experts to ensure technical accuracy, we are extremely pleased with the final product.” Printing for the hard copy of the SelfAssessment was sponsored by SGS Agrifood Laboratories. An on-line version is underway and will soon be available on the

a recent trend. If grain/oilseed/pulse cash cropping had to take over from vegetable and market garden farming due to lack of labour, the result would include loss of homes in these areas, loss of people in communities, which in turn leads to school closures, business closures, library closures, etc., which are all problems which already beset rural areas. Also, for those who complain that seasonal workers take away jobs, it can be noted that grains are mostly grown for export. “Without seasonal workers we can’t

eat our own fresh food,” said Forth. That would not only be a problem for both country and city dwellers who want local produce, but would also eliminate thousands of spin-off jobs. “There are at least 30,000 Canadian full-time jobs that happen because the SAWP is in place, and it raises our GDP (gross domestic product) significantly.” In spite of all the apparent usefulness of the program, it is becoming increasingly hard to access, says Forth, largely due to bureaucracy. He is currently in a position where, if every government

OSCIA website. Participants will be asked to forward a summary of their responses, along with results of their most recent soil analysis and feed analysis to the Guelph OSCIA office, where a confidential scoring procedure will be applied. The deadline for 2017 is July 15. An aggregate grade will be shared with the participant, and with a designated point-person for the OSCIA Region. Once the top scores are verified across the region, the first-, second- and thirdplace finishers will be notified and arrangements made to present the prizes that have been generously provided by General Seed Company. The first-place finishers from each of the 11 OSCIA regions will be invited to participate in the provincial speaking competition to be

held at the next OSCIA Annual Conference. This provides the opportunity to share experiences and tips with others in the farm community. Each presenter will be judged and an overall winner declared for the year. ProRich Seeds is sponsoring the provincial speaking competition. Oliver sums up by recognizing how much has been accomplished. “We are right where we wanted to be with rolling this out at the Annual Conference,” says Oliver. “We are most grateful for the individuals and companies that have contributed, but the true test will be to see participation levels in the competition over the upcoming growing season.” For more details go to www.ontariosoilcrop.org and look up Membership/Forage Masters Competition.

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agency he had to deal with decided to audit him, he would be looking at 18 audits. He also pointed out that seasonal workers are covered by Canadian and provincial labour laws, just like any other employees. The FARMS media release says it is a myth that labourers hired through SAWP undercut Canadian wages and don’t have employment rights. “Seasonal workers hired through SAWP receive an hourly wage set by Employment and Social Development Canada. The hourly rate is not less

than the provincial minimum wage rate or the local prevailing rate paid to Canadians doing the same job, whichever is greatest. Workers hired through SAWP fall under the same employment rights as Canadians receive, such as WSIB, certain Employment Insurance benefits, occupational health and safety and provincial health care (OHIP) during their term of employment. Seasonal housing — provided at the expense of the employer — must be inspected annually by local Ministry of Health officials. Water is tested to

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ensure it meets safety standards and the housing unit is inspected to ensure it meets provincial guidelines. Employers are required to maintain seasonal housing units in good repair.” Most seasonal ag workers in Ontario are found and hired through FARMS. The farmer must first apply through Service Canada, then if approved to hire foreign workers for agricultural resource management services, can contact FARMS to arrange for workers. More information about the program can be found at www.farmsontario.ca.

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FCC hosts Agriculture Day in Canada by Theresa Whalen AgriNews Contributor TTAWA – FARM CREDIT CANADA (FCC) WAS HOST

TO THE FIRST CELEBRATION

OF AGRICULTURE DAY IN CANADA ON FEB. 16 WITH A LUNCHEON, AFTERNOON FORUM OF YOUTH AND INDUSTRY SPEAKERS AND A RECEPTION IN DOWNTOWN

OTTAWA. From corporate magnates to weathered farmers to ambitious and inspired youth - the message was

the same; Canadian agriculture needs to do a better job telling the Canadian food story. Did you know that: Cargill has grown 600 per cent in the last 15 years; Only 1 in 50 Canadian understands where their foods come from; The value of Canada’s agricultural sector has grown from $40-billion in 2007 to over $60-billion in 2017; Corn yields have

Commitment to sustainability

An industry panel at Agriculture Day in Canada, Feb. 16, discusses agriculture’s commitment to sustainability and the desire to tell a positive story about Canadian agriculture. From left, Moderator Rosie Templeton, John Betts, President and CEO of McDonald’s Canada, Lane Stockbrugger, a Saskatchewan canola producer, and Denis Desjardins, a New Brunswick potato producer.

increased 44 per cent in the last 20 years; Ontario alone has had more than $20-million invested by farmers in Environmental Farm Plans. These were just a few of the tidbits shared by speakers Jim Smolik of Cargill, Michael Hoffort of FCC and Crystal Mackay of the Canadian Centre for Food Integrity. Considered an employment powerhouse in the Canadian economy, the agriculture and agri-food sector currently employs 2.1-million people – that’s one in eight jobs – and there are more than 12,000 students enrolled in agricultural studies. Even so, research by the Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council (CAHRC) indicates there will be a shortage of more than 114,000 workers in the agricultural sector by 2025. “In the next 40 years, humans will need to produce more food than in the previous 10,000 years put together,” summarized Hoffort. “Globally, there is a new middle class of people emerging and the first thing they want to do is eat better. Canada needs to look forward and be a Continued on page 39

Forum on global food challenges

A youth panel discusses global food challenges at Agriculture Day in Canada, Feb. 16, sponsored by Farm Credit Canada. From left are Cameron Choquette, Tanvi Pandya, Fatouma Mohamed and Andrea Soesbergen. Whalen photos

Agri-food growth Continued from page 25 The report also discussed economies of scale which it says could be realized by larger farm operations, although it did not address the affect on rural communities of expanding crop lands at the expense of reducing homes and landowners. The report also suggested

a need for trade agreements with additional countries, including India, China and Japan. “The report of the Advisory Council on Economic Growth sets out a bold path forward,” said Brent Derkatch, CSTA President. “We’re calling on all our partners to take the courageous action needed to unleash the potential growth of our industry.”

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Minister MacAuley addresses Agriculture Day in Canada by Theresa Whalen AgriNews Contributor TTAWA – MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE LAWRENCE MACAULAY JOINED IN THE INAUGU -

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AGRICULTURE DAY IN CANADA ON FEB. 16 IN DOWNTOWN O TTAWA . Lauding Canada’s 150 years of agricultural

Agriculture Day Continued from page 38 superpower in food production." Hoffort further challenged the audience to Dream, Dare and Do! Dream of new ways to increase production and processing - and think centuries ahead, not just years or decades. Dare to change paradigms, find different solutions, and speak as one voice - one industry. Do continue to move forward; we don’t have to have it all figured out today. A youth panel heard from Andrea Soesbergen, Tanvi Pandya and Fatouma Mohamed, moderated by Cameron Choquette. Within the audience there was a strong contingent of over 100 youth aged 14 17 from local high schools. At issue was the global challenge of feeding a growing population in a sustainable manner and how youth, agriculture and innovation will come together. The stark fact is that the world population will exceed nine billion by 2050. Within that population there will be 2.4-billion new middle class globally in the next 15 years and they all want to eat like we do. The panel suggested that solutions will call for innovation, technological advances and greater communication with consumers. However, another important message immerged as well – Canada's future farmers don’t want to farm the way previous generations have. “Today’s young farmers want a work-life balance. They see farming as a job and career, but not something that dominates their every decision – not the all-inclusive ‘way of life’ that it used to be for previous generations,” explains

advancement and wishing many more to come, Minister MacAuley spoke of the recently released report by the Advisory Council On Economic Growth entitled, Unleashing the Growth Potential of Key Sectors. The report identifies eight potential sectors that the federal government feels has “signifiDebra Hauer, Labour Market Intelligence Project Manager at CAHRC. “This is something that the outgoing generation of farmers will need to recognize and adapt to in their succession transitions. After all, feeding nine billion people by 2050 will be the challenge of today’s youth, so they deserve to have their input.” The second panel heard from John Betts, CEO of McDonald's Canada, Denis Desjardins, a New Brunswick potato producer, and Lane Stockbrugger, a Saskatchewan canola producer, moderated by Rosie Templeton. The key messages for this panel were the need for sustainability in agriculture and the importance of listening and responding to your customers. McDonald’s is very attuned to their customers and believes that people want to know about the food they eat, where and how it is grown, and who the farmers are. In 2014, the global burger giant saw this as an opportunity to develop Sustainability Standards in Canada and these are now McDonald’s standards globally. McDonald’s also initiated their ‘Our Food - Your Questions’ program inviting the public to ask questions, then have McDonald’s producers answer them. “Agricultural sustainability is changing, Farmers used to think, ‘If we grow it, they will come’. Whereas now, we producers serve the needs of buyers like McDonald’s and they serve what the consumers want,” explained Stockbrugger. “Likewise with the land. We used to farm by the acre and now with GPS we farm by the square metre. We’re getting more efficient.”

cant untapped potential that will require focus and attention to unlock”. The report names agriculture and food as the leading sector and uses the ‘ag-food’ sector as its primary example for the remainder of the report. Other sectors named were energy and renewables; mining and metals; healthcare and life sci-

ences; advanced manufacturing; financial services; tourism; and education. “The Canadian ag-food sector has great potential, given the large natural endowment of water and arable land, distinctive record of accomplishments in research, and exceptional base of companies and entrepreneurs,”

the report says. “This sector also has exposure to favourable global market trends including demand from fast-growing Asian economies where protein consumption is on the rise.” Minister MacAulay reiterated the federal government’s commitment to the future of agriculture through inter-

national trade agreements, continued cutting edge research, improved access to capital for farmers, food processing, etcetera and to get youth interested and involved in agriculture. “There are endless opportunities ahead for Canadian agriculture,” Minister MacAulay concluded.

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Ottawa Valley Farm Show President’s message — Happy 90th!

OVFS Schedule of Events

T’S MY PLEASURE TO INVITE EACH AND EVERY FARM FAMILY IN

EASTERN ONTARIO, WEST QUEBEC AND BEYOND TO ENJOY THE 90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF THE

OTTAWA VALLEY FARM SHOW MARCH 14-16. I am proud to have served for two terms as president of the Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association which organizes the farm show. It is a labour of love for our volunteer directors and committee members, most of them farmers, who are pleased to bring the show together for the entire agricultural sector. To our exhibitors, thank you for supporting the show through your participation every year. Without your support, there would be no Ottawa Valley Farm Show. And to those 75 companies on our waiting list… all we can do is try to squeeze a few more of you in every year. I have been farming since I was a young sprout more than 80 years ago and I have been involved in this organization for many, many years. Although held in Ottawa near the airport at the EY Centre because it is the only facility around large enough, the farm show is a showcase rural event, the first big agricultural gathering of the year in Eastern Ontario. I like to think that, over 90 years, the show has been a unifying factor for the agricultural and rural community, a place where farmers, farm leaders, and suppliers come together to exchange ideas and prepare for a new growing season in a region that rivals any in North America. Here’s hoping you enjoy all of our regular features, the commercial exhibits, antiques, 4-H and quilt displays, the annual auction sale, and the Seed Growers Awards, along with special 90th activities such

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Cecil Cass as live entertainment and local food, not to mention the President’s Anniversary Cookie Contest – which I intend to win. Happy 90th Ottawa Valley Farm Show! Cecil Cass President Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association

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Centre Wednesday, March 15, 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Daily Partner – Alltech Canada 9:00 a.m. – Doors open 11:30 a.m. start – Pork Day – feature meal Ontario Pork and Foodland Ontario Indoor Food Concessions 11:30 a.m. – Bingo Event 1 – Hall A 12:00 (noon) – Championship Seed, Feed and Forage Show Awards, Seed Show Court of Honour, Booth #1231 1:00 p.m. – Bingo Event 2 - Hall A 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. – OFA Tailgate Party for young farmers – Hall A 5:00 p.m. start – Pork Day – feature meal – Courtesy of Ontario Pork 8:00 p.m. – Doors close Thursday, March 16, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Daily Partner - Hensall District Coop 9:00 a.m. – Doors open 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m. (noon) – The Tiger Island Trio – Hall A; Fiddle and piano music; Kelsey Warren Step Dancing

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Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association Board of Directors Officers: Past President John Roosendaal, Mountain, Ont.; President Cecil Cass, Lâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Orignal, Ont.; 1st Vice-President David Blair; Pakenham, Ont.; 2nd Vice-President Robert Dessaint, Sarsfield, Ont.; Ottawa Valley Farm Show General Manager Tom Van Dusen, Russell, Ont.; Secretary-Treasurer Arlene Ross, Russell, Ont. Directors: Harry Bennett, Merrickville, Ont. (Grenville County); Don Gordon, Elgin, Ont. (Leeds County); Steve Holmes, Bath, Ont. (Frontenac County); Bruce Hudson, Kinburn, Ont. (Ottawa-Carleton); Shelley McPhail, Almonte, Ont. (Lanark County); Gerald Poupart, Rockland, Ont. (Russell County); Marc Saumure, Casselman, Ont. (Prescott County); Reuben Stone, Cobden, Ont. (Renfrew County); Mark Tibben, Brinston, Ont. (Dundas County); Paul Vogel, Apple Hill, Ont. (Glengarry County); and Jeff Waldroff,

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Cumberland, Ont. Lifetime Members: Graham Hudson, Kinburn, Ont.; Denis Perrault, Navan, Ont.; and John Posthumus, Wolfe Island, Ont.

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Agrocentre Belcan Inc. Booth #1427 Allied Associates LLP, CPA Booth #1208 ALPINE Booth #1201 Alta Genetics Booth #2223 Alternative Energy Automation Inc. Booth #1212 American Farm Products Booth #1412 André Service Agri Booth #OD5 Argis 2000 Ltd. Booth #1219 Armtec Booth #1605 ASL Agrodrain Ltd. Booth #201 Axter Agroscience Inc. Booth #1215 Ayrshire Ontario Lobby B & B Small Engines Booth #411 Bähler Building Inc. Booth #2012 BASF Canada, c/o ON Communication Booth #1623 BearBrook Game Meats Inc. Booth #705 Belisle Solution Nutrition Booth #1601 Beugger Energy Equipment Booth #2235 Black Oxygen Organics Booth #2516 Bluewave Energy Ltd Booth #624 BMO Bank of Montreal

Booth #2420 Boyd Bros. Concrete Booth #1820 Brister Insurance Group, A Div of McDougall Ins. Brokers Ltd. Booth #2425 Britespan Building Systems Inc. Booth #2228 Broadgrain Commodities Inc. Booth #1603 Brochard North America Booth #OD7 Bromley Farm Supply Ltd. Booth #1717 Bugnot NA Booth #2132 Bullseye Genetic Services Booth #2513 C & M Seeds Booth #1409 Cadman Power Equipment Ltd. Booth #1001 Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show Booth #2419 Canadian Foodgrains Bank Room D Canarm Ag Systems Booth #2008 Canwest DHI Booth #2234 Cargill Animal Nutrition Canada Booth #2232 Casselman Farm Equipment/Bobcat of Cornwall Booth #1421 Casselman Tire Inc. Booth #1004 Continued on page 6B

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Exhibitors Continued from page 5B CCWG – Livestock Supplies & Equestrian Centre Booth #1915 Central Boiler Inc./Verch Furnace Sales Booth #231 Champlain Regional Cancer Program Lobby Cheff Farm Solutions Booth #1500 Christian Farmers Federation of Ontario Booth #2511 CIBC Booth #2311 City of Ottawa/Drainage Superintendents of Ontario Booth #124 Clark Ag Systems Booth #1501 CNK Ag-Tech Booth #325 Comptoir Agricole SteAnne Inc. Booth #1805 Cooke Scales Inc. Booth #14 Costco Wholesale Booth #1019 Country Farm Seeds Ltd. Booth #1213 CST Canada Co, Ultramar Booth #2136 Culligan Real Estate Ltd. Booth #2315 Dairy Lane Systems Ltd. Booth #2215 Dairymax Farm Solutions Booth #1703 Dan R Equipment Booth #131

Davon Sales Inc. Booth #1725 DeCloet Greenhouse Mfg. Ltd. Booth #622 DeLaval Canada Booth #2301 Delaware Pump & Parts Ltd. Booth #1901 Derks Elevator Booth #1130 DFK Equipment Sales Inc. Booth #505 DFK Equipment Sales Inc. Booth #OD6 DICKEY-john/Champion Industrial Equip. Booth #521 Dion Ag Inc. Booth #333 Distribution V.Y.F. Booth #2421 Dow Enlist Booth #1228 Dow Seeds Booth #2004 Dramatic Displays Booth #2123 DT Mobile Wash Inc. Booth #4 Dundas Agri Systems Inc. Booth #2231 DuPont Canada Booth #1214 DuPont Pioneer Booth #1517 Dynamique Technologies Inc. Booth #1022 Earl Horst Systems Ltd. Booth #2115 Earth Alive Clean Technologies Inc. Booth #1207 East-Can Equipment Sales/Farmet/Haybuster, Strautman)

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America Booth #1526 Farm-Fleet Inc. Booth #1831 FarmLead Booth #2405 Faromor Ltd. Booth #901 Fawcett Tractor Supply Ltd. Booth #523 FBC, Canada’s Farm & Small Business Tax Specialist Booth #2013 Fellowship of Christian Farmers Canada Booth #2521 Ferguson Forest Centre Tree Nursery Booth #104 Fibre de verre Vaudreuil (fibreglass) Booth #2134 Fife Agricultural Services Ltd. Booth #2017 Forests Ontario Booth #513 Frontlink Inc. Booth #601 Fusion Expert Conseil Inc. Booth #21 G Horst Enterprise Booth #9 G. B. Équipments Inc. Booth #2205 G. B. Équipments Inc.

Booth #OD19 G3 Canada Limited Booth #1311 Gallagher Power Fencing Booth #1700 Gay Lea Foods Co-operative Ltd. Booth #2120 General Seed Company Booth #1220 GeoShack Canada Booth #527 Goldfields Booth #2121 Goodman & Uhr Silage Plastics Booth #3 GPS Ontario Booth #1301 Grain Farmers of Ontario Booth #2510 Grandview Concrete Grooving Inc. Booth #2537 Green Lea Ag Center Booth #511 Green Lea Ag Center Booth #OD9 & 10 Green Tech Booth #725 Green Valley Heating/Heatmor Outdoor Furnaces Booth #628 Gregoire-Besson Canada Ltd. Booth #500 Grober Nutrition Booth #1903

GTR Scales Ltd. Booth #2 Hakmet Ltd. Booth #2213 Harco Ag Booth #625 Hardi North America Inc. Booth #935 Harvex Agromart Inc. Booth #1132 Heatmaster (Hwy 511 Heating Solutions) Booth #532 Helm Welding (1983) Limited Booth #1023 Hensall District Coop Booth #1210 HFL Fabricating Booth #1724 HJV Equipment Booth #1611 Homestead Organics Booth #1406 Horizon Seeds Canada Inc. Booth #1206 Horst Choring Aids Inc./Raytek Industries Booth #632 Horst Choring Aids Inc./Raytek Industries Booth #OD8 Horst Welding/ Tubeline/MKMartin Booth #1020 Husky Farm Equipment Ltd. Booth #435 Continued on page 7B

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Exhibitors Continued from page 6B Hy-Grade Steel Roofing Booth #806 Ideal Pipe Booth #122 iLGi Canada Booth #OD14 Ingredion Canada Inc. Booth #2525 Interlock Industries Inc. Booth #1627 International Stock Food Booth #2023 Investors Group Booth #2317 iSolara Solar Power Booth #1200 Jamesway Farm Equipment Booth #113 Jaylor Fabricating Inc. Booth #801 Jerry Cummings Painting Inc. Booth #1706 Jersey Ontario Lobby Jim Tubman Chevrolet Booth #1721 JR Drilling Booth #2529 Junior Farmers Association of Ontario Lobby Kane Veterinary Supplies Booth #2027 Kelln Solar Booth #1033 Kirchmeier Custom Work Inc. Booth #1 Kongskilde Industries Inc. Booth #1431 Krown Rust Control Systems Booth #128 Kubota Canada Ltd. Booth #615 Kubota Canada/Topline Booth #421 Kuhn Farm Machinery Booth #1631 L & R Shelters Inc. Booth #2031 La Coop Embrun/Agtrek Booth #2117 La Coop Fédérée Booth #1521 La Coop Fédérée (STOLL) Booth #530 Lapointe Drainage Ltd. Booth #2216 Lawrence’s Dairy Supply (1995) Inc. Booth #2221 Leading Edge Equipment Ltd. Booth #723 Lemken Canada Booth #1811 Les Fondations Brisson Inc. Booth #1035 Lewis Cattle Oiler Co. Booth #1921 ListenUP Canada Booth #2220

The AgriNews March, 2017 Page 7B London Eco Roof Manufacturing Booth #2222 LS Tractor Booth #1011 L’union des Cultivateurs Franco-ontariens Booth #2407 M & P Farm Equipment Ltd. Booth #2200 M & P Farm Equipment Ltd. Booth #2110 MacEwen Agricentre Inc. Booth #1401 MacEwen Agricentre Inc. Booth #OD13 MacEwen Petroleum Inc. Booth #1400 Maizex Seeds Inc. Booth #1614 Mapleseed Booth #1416 Marcrest Manufacturing Inc. Booth #302 Mark Ryan – Via Capitale Booth #1425 Marketbook Booth #2516 Masterfeeds Booth #2114 McCormick North America Booth #121 MegaDome by Harnois Booth #1017 Meridian Manufacturing Booth #433 Milo Seeds Inc. Booth #1621 Ministry of Transportation (MTO) Booth #138 MLS Insurance Brokers Inc. Booth #24 Mohawk Equipment Ltd Booth #420 Mojo Moo Booth #2422 Monsanto BioAg Booth #1612 Monsanto Canada Inc. Booth #1133 Morton Equipment Ltd. Booth #531 Multi Shelter Solutions Booth #2014 National Bank of Canada Booth #2505 National Farmers Union – Ontario Booth #2523 New Holland Canada Booth #633 New Life Mills Booth #2016 Normand Co. Ltd. Booth #800 Normand Co. Ltd. Booth #OD20 & 21 Norwell Dairy Systems Ltd. Booth #2401 Nuhn Forage Inc. Booth #1224 Nuhn Industries Ltd. Booth #1203 Oegema, Nicholson & Assoc Ins Brokers Ltd. Booth #1018

Booth #2505 National Farmers Union – Ontario Booth #2523 New Holland Canada Booth #633 New Life Mills Booth #2016 Normand Co. Ltd. Booth #800 Normand Co. Ltd. Booth #OD20 & 21 Norwell Dairy Systems Ltd. Booth #2401 Nuhn Forage Inc. Booth #1224 Nuhn Industries Ltd. Booth #1203 Oegema, Nicholson & Assoc Ins Brokers Ltd. Booth #1018 O’Farrell Financial Services Inc. Booth #1608 Old Fashioned Fudge Inc. Booth #1123 Ontario Blonde Association Lobby Ontario Dairy Goat Cooperative Booth #23 Ontario Farmer Publications Booth #2527 Ontario Federation of Agriculture Booth #2500 Ontario Flag and Pole Booth #905 Ontario Holstein Lobby Ontario Joint Pipeline Group Booth #130 Ontario Landowners Assoc. Booth #2503 Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs Booth #108 Ontario Mutuals Booth #2410 Ontario Plowmen’s Association Booth #2423 Ontario Seed Growers’ Association Booth #1230 Ontario Sheep Marketing Agency Lobby Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association Booth #2409 Orkin Canada Booth #102 Ottawa Valley Angus Club Lobby Ottawa Valley Case IH Dealers Booth #301 Ottawa Valley Harvestore Booth #1821 Ottawa Valley Hereford Club Lobby Ottawa Valley Limousin Club Lobby Continued on page 14B

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Log Cabin Quilt highlight of 90th Farm Show Humble beginnings give root to farm show O TTAWA— SEVERAL CELE-

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PRESTIGIOUS PEDIGREED SEED SALE RAISING FUNDS FOR THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF EASTERN ONTARIO. TO DATE, THE SALE HAS COLLECTED

$130,000. The burgundy, beige and gold log-cabin style quilt with each block radiating out from a golden wheat field has been assembled over many months by a core of 12 volunteers led by Nancy Grundy. As she has for the past several years, Grundy will coordinate the quilt display at the farm show, focusing in 2017 on heritage creations. The display will be held in the front exhibit halls along with 4-H projects

and antiques organized by Vintage Iron & Traditions of Eastern Ontario. This year, one hall has been reserved for the 90th celebration with a focus on live fiddle music and step dancing, local food, farmthemed bingo, the President’s Cookie Contest, and much more. The quilt will fit a kingsize bed. It’s reversible, with the flip side featuring a 40-by-40-inch appliqued landscape encompassing both the old and new logos of the farm show and the Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association which has sponsored it since 1927, back when it started in Renfrew County as a rotating seed competition and exhibition. “The landscape celebrates evolution of the farm show. You can use it on the bed or flip it over and hang it on the wall,” Grundy observed, adding that it’s priceless. “It’s the one and only.”

TTAWA – THE OTTAWA VALLEY FARM SHOW (OVFS) IS ONTARIO’S LONGEST RUNNING AGRICULTURAL TRADE SHOW. FROM THE BEGINNING,

IT HAS BEEN ORGANIZED BY FARMERS FOR FARMERS ON A NON-PROFIT BASIS. THE OVFS TRACES THOSE HUMBLE BEGINNINGS BACK TO 1927, TO THE TOWN OF RENFREW, WHERE THE NEWLY FORMED OTTAWA VALLEY SEED GROWERS ASSOCIATION SPONSORED ITS FIRST LOCAL SEED FAIR AT RENFREW COLLEGIATE. THE PRIMARY OBJECTIVE WAS CONSISTENT WITH TODAY’S MAIN PURPOSE: TO ASSIST IN PRODUCING, GRADING, SELLING AND DISTRIBUTING HIGH CLASS AND REGISTERED SEED.

Anniversary quilt auction fundraiser

Project Coordinator Nancy Grundy shows off the quilt that will be raffled off during the OVFS with all proceeds going to CHEO. Courtesy photos

In the early days, the Seed Fair rotated each year from community to community throughout Eastern Ontario and West Quebec. Much later, after it had grown too big for rural venues, what became the Ottawa Valley Farm Show found a permanent, central home at Ottawa’s Lansdowne Park where it remained until 2011. When the show settled in at Lansdowne, a major equipment manufacturer spotting a good opportunity set up a display of new machinery. The idea caught on, eventually transforming the annual event into the biggest seed and machinery show east of Toronto. It gradually grew out of one building into six display areas at Lansdowne Park accommodating more than 350 exhibitors. Now, the same number of exhibitors is located under one roof at the 150,000 square-ft. EY Centre on Uplands Drive adjacent to Ottawa International Airport where it’s held every March. In 2010, the OVFS was named a member of the prestigious Farm Show Council which includes major shows throughout North America and in New Zealand.

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Toy tractor sale back by popular demand

TTAWA – FOR THE SECOND YEAR,

VINTAGE IRON & TRADITIONS OF EASTERN ONTARIO WILL PRESENT A COLLECTIBLE TOY TRACTOR SALE AT THE OTTAWA VALLEY FARM SHOW, WITH THE 90TH EDITION SET FOR MARCH 14-16. This year’s model will be the Allis Chalmers D-14; last year, the miniature was the 460 Farmall with 50

units at $75 each selling out in under an hour. Number One in the series sold for $4,000 at the auction in support of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario which is sponsored annually by the show organizer, the Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association. In 2017, 125 units will be up for grabs at $75 each; once again, Number One will be entered in the

CHEO auction. Pre-orders are being accepted. “We expect results similar to the first sale,” said VITEO outgoing president Barry Dean, who is also chair of the OVFS 90th anniversary committee. “This time, the boxes will include decals celebrating the farm show’s 90th and Canada’s 150th.” Dean was pleased to announce that a full-size D-

14 will be on display at the show, compliments of Renfrew collector George Nesbitt, whose father was president of the Seed Growers during the mid1940s.

“It’s great to see Nesbitt participation in the show carry on through George,” Dean observed. “Part of the appeal of the toy sale is to have the real thing on hand as well. We did that last

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Seed growers renew support for agricultural causes

TTAWA – REFLECTING THE SPIRIT OF

CANADA’S AGRICULTURE DAY, FEB. 16, OTTAWA VALLEY SEED GROWERS ASSOCIATION DIRECTORS AWARDED $8,600 TO WORTHY EASTERN ONTARIO AGRICULTURAL CAUSES

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FEB. 13. The money is part of the proceeds from the Ottawa Valley Farm Show organized annually by the Seed Growers. The 90th anniversary farm show will be held March 14-16 at Ottawa’s EY Centre.

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Among the awards are $3,000 to co-sponsor the summer meeting of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association; $2,000 to fund the banquet at 4-H Foundation Golf East 2017; $1,500 for membership in Farm and Food Care Ontario; $1,000 to renew membership in the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame; and $1,000 - plus $100 for promotional items – in support of the annual meeting of French-language farm action group l’Union des cultivateurs franco-ontariens to be held in Embrun, March 2.

“It’s one of the ways we give back to the regional agricultural community which has been supporting the farm show since its inception,” Seed Growers President Cecil Cass said of the donations. “These

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Keith Bean, of Bean Chevrolet Buick GMC Ltd., provided the complimentary pickup truck decked out in

the farm show’s bright new logo and eye-catching rural scenes. The truck has attended several fairs, Christmas parades and farm meetings across Eastern Ontario and beyond in advertising the 90th edition of the farm show March 14-16. “The truck was a hit everywhere it went,” said Arlene Ross, SecretaryTreasurer of the Ottawa

Valley Seed Growers Association, which organizes the farm show. “People commented on how good it looked and asked questions about the 90th anniversary,” added Ross who had primary custody of the vehicle. “It was a very generous contribution from Keith Bean.” The truck will be parked at the EY Centre entrance for the three days of the farm show.

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2017 Ottawa Valley Farm Show Champion Seed, Feed and Forage Show Program

TTAWA – ENTRIES MUST BE MADE THROUGH

SOIL AND CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION. Judging will take place Sat., March 11, at 10:00 a.m. – entries must arrive by 9:30 a.m. Sat., March 11 to be eligible for judging – at the Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Drive, Greely, Ont. General rules and regulations: 1. All exhibits must have been grown in 2016 by the exhibitor and must have been exhibited at a county or district Seed Show in 2017, if one is available to them. 2. This show shall be designated the Championship Show for Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec. To qualify for entry, the exhibits must be approved and entered by the Local County Seed Show, or the Ottawa Valley Seed, Feed and Forage Championship Show YOUR LOCAL

Committee. 3. Competition is open to those in the following counties: Argenteuil, Carleton, Dundas, Frontenac, Gatineau, Glengarry, Grenville, Hastings, Labelle, Lachute, Lanark, Leeds, Lennox & Addington, Papineau, Pontiac, Prescott, Prince Edward, Renfrew, Russell and Stormont. 4. All exhibit forms must be submitted before 4:00 p.m. Fri., March 10, only by the local County Seed Show to Arlene Ross, Secretary-Treasurer, Ottawa Valley Seed Growers, Box 411, Russell, ON K4R 1E2; Email: arlene@ottawafarmshow.co m. Phone: 613-791-3900. 5. All exhibits must arrive before 9:30 a.m. Sat., March 11, at the Greely Community Centre, 1448 Meadow Drive, Greely, Ont. Once judging commences, a late entry will be deemed disqualified. 6. All exhibits become the property of the Ottawa

Valley Seed Growers Association, except small seeds, which shall be the responsibility of the exhibitor or his/her representative at the conclusion of the show. Small seeds will be coloured. 7. Polyethylene bags will be supplied by the OVSGA at no cost to local Farm Show Committees or Soil and Crop Improvement Associations. These bags must be used for all seed, hay and silage exhibits. 8. The Show Committee reserves the right to take steps to ensure the identification of any or all exhibits in order to prevent use of fraudulent exhibits for mercenary purposes contrary to the acknowledged aims of seed fairs. 9. The Show Committee will not be responsible for loss or damage to any exhibit or for the return of the containers. 10. Any exhibitor violating any rule of the Show Continued on page 13B

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Seed, Feed & Forage Program Continued from page 12B shall forfeit all prize money. 11. Any exhibit not meeting standard specifications and weight will be removed from the show. 12. Sub-committee Chairmen will make final decision of eligibility of samples. 13. If, in the opinion of the judge, an exhibit is not worthy of first place, a prize worthy of the entry will be awarded. Pedigreed seed showcase A pedigreed seed showcase highlighting the founding principles of the Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association will be continued in 2017. The goal is to encourage all pedigreed seed growers to remain active in the industry and the OVSGA. The Ottawa Valley Seed Growers will continue to support the growers of pedigreed seed in Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec. Space will be offered to showcase samples of their 2016 seed pro-

The AgriNews March, 2017 Page 13B duction. New varieties are encouraged. Open to all Pedigreed Seed Growers who hold a valid crop certificate and all lots must meet the requirements of the Seed Act and regulations. Ottawa Valley Seed Growers will sponsor each exhibit of seed per grower at the current retail value. Seed will then be sold at the Prestigious Pedigreed Seed Auction with proceeds to charity. Each seed grower exhibit will consist of three (3) units of seed and a 5 kg sample for display purposes. Any changes to this prize list will be updated by March 1, 2017, and posted on the website at www.ottawafarmshow.com and will take precedence over this prize list. For additional classes, rules and regulations, and prizes awarded, visit the website. If you have questions, or require more information, contact your county SCIA appointed Director, or contact Arlene Ross, OVSGA Secretary-Treasurer, 613-7913900 or email arlene@ottawafarmshow.com.

Ottawa Valley Farm Show Champion Seed, Feed and Forage Show Trophies and Awards Barclay Dick Challenge Trophy For the best entry of Red Clover: 2016 – Bill Duncan, Pakenham 2015 – Harold and Shelley McPhail, Almonte 2014 – Bill Duncan, Pakenham 2013 – Bruce and Brian Hudson, Kinburn 2012 – Bruce and Brian Hudson, Kinburn Nation Valley Potato Growers’ Association Trophy For the champion exhibit of Potatoes in the open and 4-H classes: 2016 – Gary Gordon, Inverary 2015 – Bruce and Brian Hudson, Kinburn 2014 – Bruce and Brian Hudson, Kinburn 2013 – Russel Sortberg, Elgin 2012 – Kathryn Stanton, Pakenham Bishop Farm Seeds Plaque For the best entry of Barley: 2016 – Bill Duncan, Pakenham 2015 – Gary Gordon, Inverary 2014 – Francis Henderson, Brinston 2013 – Barclay Dick and Son, Douglas 2012 – Gary Gordon, Inverary Embrun Agricultural Co-

op Trophy For the champion exhibit of Shelled Corn: 2016 – Tibben Farms Inc., Brinston 2015 – Tibben Farms Inc., Brinston 2014 – Tibben Farms Inc., Brinston 2013 – Taylea Farms, Perth 2012 – Laurier Bruyere, Embrun NK Brand, Syngenta Seeds Award For the best exhibit of Corn Silage: 2016 – Tibben Farms Inc., Brinston 2015 – Tibben Farms Inc., Brinston 2014 – Ferme des 4 Guidons, Hammond 2013 –John and Jeannette Devries, Williamsburg 2012 – Kirk Young, Arnprior E.H. Wallace Memorial Trophy – presented by the United Co-operatives of Ontario for the champion exhibit of Soybeans 2016 – Rejean LeClerc, Russell County 2015 – Lilliville Farms Ltd, Mountain 2014 – Bruce Porteous, Winchester 2013 – Michael Sullivan, Kinburn 2012 –John and Jeannette Devries, Williamsburg Continued on page 15B

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Exhibitors Continued from page 7B Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association Booth #1231 Ottawa Valley Shorthorn Club Lobby Ottawa Valley Simmental Club Lobby Palmerston Grain / South West Ag Booth #1227 Pathfinder Lubricants Booth #126 Paul Lanthier Sales Booth #2128 Paul Mueller Company Booth #2321 Penergetic Canada Booth #2300 Penta TMR Inc/Hagedorn Booth #2432 Penta TMR Inc/Hagedorn Booth #OD1 Peter Chase Enterprises Booth #1128 Phil Ryan & Assoc/The Co-Operators Booth #1837 Pickseed Booth #1202 PLS Insoles Inc. Booth #1101 Poettinger Canada Inc. Booth #1012 Port of Johnstown Booth #1524 Prescision Planting Inc. Booth #1415 PRIDE Seeds Booth #1107 Professional Investments Booth #2414 Pronovost (Les Machineries) Booth #2230 PROSeeds â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sevita International Booth #1317 Quality Seeds Ltd. Booth #2005 R & W Equipment Booth #1029 Raats Custom Farming Ltd. Booth #OD3 Rare Breeds Canada Lobby RBC Booth #2325 RD Legault Seeds Ltd. Booth #1408 Reis Equipment Centre Booth #221--Reis Equipment Centre Booth #OD18 Richardson International Ltd. Booth #1115 Ritchie Feed & Seed Inc. Booth #1905 Rostech Electronics Booth #1037 Rutters Elevators Booth #1218 Salford Group Inc. Booth #1713 Sangers Silo/Shotcrete Booth #620

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OVFS trophies and awards

Ed and Isaac Wallace Challenge Trophy For the champion Hay exhibit 2016 – Nandale Farms Inc., Pakenham 2015 – Olivia Mudde, Iroquois 2014 – Lindsay Gordon, Inverary 2013 – Lindsay Gordon, Inverary

TTAWA — THE OTTAWA VALLEY FARM SHOW HAS UNDERGONE A REBRAND-

ING EXERCISE ENCOMPASSING EVERYTHING FROM ITS LOGO AND WEBSITE, TO SIGNS, BANNERS AND CUSTOM CLOTHING.

It’s in connection with the March 14-16 show’s 90th anniversary which coincides with Canada’s 150th anniversary, another reason to make the celebration as significant as possible. Special displays, entertainment and guests are planned. Since 1927, the show has been sponsored by the Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association. It started out as a rotating seed fair, eventually settling in the National Capital and expanding to include a total of 340 exhibitors at the EY Centre adjacent to Ottawa International Airport. Close to 12,000 visitors attend annually. The new logo illustrates through stylized crops rising from a farm field the Seed Growers mission to provide an annual showcase for championship seed, feed and forage products, modern agricultural machin-

ery, equipment and technology, livestock breeds, and related services. The colours chosen for the new logo are modern variations of the traditional purple and gold. The shape is circular and includes the words: “Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Farm Show since 1927.” The logo has been applied to business cards, information sheets and is an important feature of the new website… ottawafarmshow.com. Site features for the first time include online ticket sales and fully interactive booth renewal and application forms. Among prominent attractions of the 2017 show will be an anniversary quilt auction, president’s cookie contest, miniature collectible tractor sale, local food focused on beef, pork and chicken, souvenir sales barn, and family comfort station.

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2012 – Lindsay Gordon, Inverary C&M Trophy For the grand champion Wheat in the open classes: 2016 – Harold and Shelley McPhail, Almonte 2015 – Marc Bercier, St Isidore 2014 – Bert Welton, Renfrew 2013 – Francis Henderson, Brinston 2012 – Francis Henderson, Brinston Hal Botham Memorial Trophy For the champion

exhibitor of Forage Seeds: 2016 – Bill Duncan, Pakenham 2015 – Wilsonia Farm, Fournier 2014 – Bill Duncan, Pakenham 2013 – David Reid, Renfrew 2012 – Bruce and Brian Hudson, Kinburn Bennie Vance Memorial Trophy For the champion Sheaf of Grain in the 4-H section: 2016 – Kerin Hudson, Kinburn 2015 – no entries

2014 – Kerin Hudson, Kinburn 2013 – Kerin Hudson, Kinburn 2012 – Kerin Hudson, Kinburn OVSGA Challenge Trophy For the champion exhibit of Haylage: 2016 – Gary Gordon, Inverary 2015 – Ferme Gascon, Sarsfield 2014 – Raymond Shannon, Inverary 2013 – T and H Haerle Continued on page 16B

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OVFS trophies and awards Continued from page 15B Farm, St Isidore 2012 – Gary Gordon, Inverary Hudson Family 4-H Award For the most points in the 4-H Field Crop section: 2016 – Ben Gordon, Inverary 2015 – Olivia Mudde, Iroquois 2014 – Bruce Porteous, Winchester 2013 – Lindsay Gordon, Inverary 2012 – Ben Gordon, Inverary SynAgri Award For the champion Ear Corn in the open and 4-H classes: 2016 – David Chambers, Chesterville 2015 – Chantland Farms, Portland 2014 – David Chambers, Chesterville 2013 – Allison Hudson, Kinburn 2012 – Tibben Farms, Brinston John Posthumus 4-H Award For the most points in

the 4-H Life Skills section: 2016 – Lauryn RochonKaiser, Kinburn 2015 – Lauryn RochonKaiser, Kinburn 2014 – Robyn RochonKaiser, Kinburn 2013 – Robyn RochonKaiser, Kinburn 2012 – Robyn RochonKaisr, Kinburn Commonwell Mutual Insurance Group Award For the best entry in the Pedigreed Seed Auction: 2016 – Sevita International 2015 – R.D. Legault Seeds, St Albert 2014 – SeCan c/o Cochran Seeds, Almonte 2013 – Larry Reaburn, Renfrew OVSGA Past Presidents’ Award For the County with the most points in the open field crop classes: 2016 – Lanark County 2015 – Dundas County 2014 – Dundas County New-Life Mills Award For the champion exhibit in the Ottawa Valley Hay Quality Class New for 2017 Official Judges 2017 Champion Seed Feed and Forage Show

www.agrinews.ca Grain Corn, Peas & Beans: Blair Campbell, Arnprior; Stuart Leyenaar, Merrickville Coarse Grains: Scott Banks, Kemptville; Sean Cochrane, Greely Small Seeds: André Pommainville, Alfred; Gilles Quesnel, Winchester Potatoes: André Pommainville, Alfred; Gilles Quesnel, Winchester Hay: Cecil Cass, L’Orignal; Paul Sullivan, Kinburn Silage: Ken Hunter, Smiths Falls; Phyllis MacMaster, Winchester 4-H: Mary Fisher, Winchester; Laura Boyd, Richmond Pedigreed Seed & Auction: Jim Arbuckle, Vernon; Andrew Dawson, Lanark; Kathy Hardy, Iroquois Alternates: Adam Cochran, Almonte; George McDiarmid, Nepean; Stephanie Nanne, Perth 2017 OVSGA Seed Fair & Awards Committee Chair: Bruce Hudson; Vice-Chair: Andrew Dawson Sub-Committee Chairs: Entries: Jennifer Waldroff; Grain Corn, Beans & Peas:

Brian Hudson Coarse Grains: Harold McPhail; Small Seeds: Dave Blair; Potatoes: Don Gordon; Hay: Barry Dean, Robert Dessaint; Silage: Jeff Waldroff; Small seeds: Dave Blair; 4-H: Barb Smith Committee Members: Colleen Acres, Jim Arbuckle, Scott Banks, Cecil Cass, Don Cochran, Adam Cochran, Sean Cochrane, Robert Dick, Kathy Hardy, Bruce Hill, Harvey Hill, Steve Holmes, Graham Hudson, Lois James, Barb Keith, Keith Matthie, Amy McPhail, Shelley McPhail, Stephanie Nanne, Bruce Paul, Nancy Pirie-Egan, John Posthumus, Gerald Poupart, Yvon Proulx, John Roosendaal, Marc Saumure, Reuben Stone, Cheryl Sullivan, Paul Sullivan, Wes Thom, Mark Tibben, Jakob Vogel, Paul Vogel

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Kemptville College Alumni host a 90th anniversary show at OVFS

TTAWA – THE OTTAWA VALLEY SEED GROWERS

WILL ONCE AGAIN BE

HOSTING THE

KEMPTVILLE

COLLEGE ALUMNI DURING THE OTTAWA VALLEY FARM SHOW. In a poignant piece of irony, the Kemptville College Alumni’s 90th anniversary show, which will be March 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., would have

been celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2017... making it 10 years older than

the farm show. To the dismay of alumnae and farm students in Eastern Ontario, the University of Guelph decided in 2014 to discard its satellite colleges including Kemptville College. The Alumni gathering is coordinated by Isabel Kinnear who said it draws an “excellent crowd” of former Kemptville College students.

Live entertainment at 2017 Farm Show featuring Barrhaven Fiddlehead by Candice Vetter AgriNews Staff Writer TTAWA – ENTERTAINERS

WILL AGAIN BE

OTTAWA VALLEY FARM SHOW AND PART OF THE

THIS YEAR FIDDLES ARE STEALING THE SHOW, WITH ALL THREE MUSICAL ACTS FEATURING FID DLERS , VERY APPROPRI ATE FOR VISITORS FROM UP AND DOWN THE

VALLEY. The music begins in the early afternoon of Tues., March 14 (1 p.m. to 3 p.m.) with The Vintage Fiddlers. Performing old time fiddling music will be lead fiddler Bruce Wilson, with Mary Montgomery and Lynda O’Grady on fiddle, and Irene McClusky on piano. Accompanying the group will be Eugene Gorbichuk on vocals and rhythm guitar and Roger Fowler on accordion. On Thurs., March 16, The Tiger Island Trio plays from 10 a.m. to noon playing tunes from the likes of Hank Williams and Bobby Helms. Accompanying The Tiger Island Trio as a special guest will be 10year-old Kelsey Warren, a step dancer and fiddler who attends fiddle and step dancing competitions throughout Ontario. Warren won the championship for nine and under for two consecutive years at the Pembroke Fiddle and Step Dance Competition. Also on Thursday, in the afternoon from 1 p.m.

to 1:30 p.m. Barrhaven Fiddlehead will play traditional old time music, with a repertoire of tunes from throughout Canada and including jigs, reels, waltzes, two-steps, swings, and foxtrots. Originating in 2000, this group consists of fiddlers, pianist, guitar players,

singers and a step dancer. The group’s performance donations provide financial support to the Canadian Grand Masters Fiddling Association to help promote Old Time Fiddling Music. So get ready to tap your toes to jigs and reels at the OVFS.

Food figures prominently at the 2017 Farm Show

TTAWA — THERE’S AN EMPHASIS ON

2017 OTTAWA VALLEY FARM SHOW… HEARTY LOCAL FOOD FOR ONLY $6 A PLATE! It’s all in connection with the 90th anniversary show March 14-16 at Ottawa’s EY Centre. The Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association, which organizes the show, has partnered with producers’ groups to offer a different special meal every day. On March 14, the first day of the show, the emphasis will be on beefon-a-bun backed by Beef Farmers of Ontario; March 15, the spotlight shifts to pork-on-a-bun supported by Ontario Pork; on the last day of FOOD AT THE

the show, March 16, the meal of the day is chicken-on-a-bun co-sponsored by Chicken Farmers of Canada. In addition, participants will be able to enjoy the usual selections at food concessions operated by the EY Centre and at Fat Less’ Food Truck parked at the show entrance. And Foodland Ontario has provided a grant to help promote the province’s many fresh food options and local food within the eastern region. “The $6 meals are a way of giving back to our exhibitors and visitors,” said 90th Anniversary Committee Chairman Barry Dean. “We’re happy to have such tremendous support this year from producers’ organizations.”

And for dessert? The President’s Anniversary Cookie Contest will be held March 14 at 1 p.m., hosted by Country 101.1 Radio. By decree from OVFSA president Cecil Cass, the cookie of choice is oatmeal; association directors and committee members have been told to bring in their best efforts for judging, although Cass is convinced his recipe will win out. “It’s another way of livening up proceedings for the 90th,” Dean commented, adding there will be many other non-edible attractions including live fiddling and step dancing, collectible toy tractor sale, two farm-themed bingo sessions on March 15, and auctioning of the 90th Anniversary Quilt on March 16.

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2016 Championship Seed, Feed and Forage show results Class 1 – OATS : 1. Larry Reaburn, Westmeath (Renfrew); 2. Bill Duncan, Tritura Farms, Pakenham (Lanark); 3. Hilltone Farms, Bruce & Harvey Hill, Kinburn (Carleton). Class 3 – BARLEY– 2 ROW: 1. Barclay Dick & Son Farm Supply, Douglas (Renfrew); 2. Threeloos Farms, Avonmore, (Stormont); 3. Paynebranch Farms Ltd., Finch (Stormont). Class 4 – BARLEY – 6 ROW: 1. Bill Duncan, Tritura Farms, Pakenham, (Lanark); 2. John and Jeannette Devries, Toyeshill Farms, Williamsburg, (Dundas); 3. Halpenny Farms Ltd., Almonte, (Lanark). Class 5 – SPRING WHEAT: 1. David Blair, Pakenham, (Lanark); 2. John and Jeannette Devries, Williamsburg, (Dundas); 3. Fernand Menard, Clarence Creek, Ont. (Russell). Class 6 – SOFT WINTER WHEAT: 1. David Chambers, Riveredge Farms (Dundas). Class 7 – HARD WINTER WHEAT: 1. Harold and Shelley McPhail, Almonte (Lanark); 2. Mallenmar Farm, Seeleys Bay (Frontenac);3. Halpenny Farms, Ltd., Almonte (Lanark). Class 8 – SUNFLOWERS: 1. Harold and Shelley McPhail, Almonte (Lanark). Class 9 – TRITICALE: 1. Valley Bio, Cobden (Renfrew). Class 10 – BUCKWHEAT: 1. Valley Bio, Cobden (Renfrew) Class 12 – FORAGE PEAS: 1. Larry Reaburn, Westmeath (Renfrew); 2. Valley Bio, Cobden (Renfrew).

Class 13 – SOYBEANS: 1. Rejean Leclerc, Casselman (Russell); 2. Ian and Tracy Porteous/Ayrport Farm, Winchester (Dundas); 3. Brian and Elisabeth Vandenberg, Winchester (Dundas). Class 14 – WHITE FIELD BEANS: 1. Norm Tinkler, Inkerman (Dundas). Class 16 – CANOLA: 1. Harold and Shelley McPhail, Almonte (Lanark). Class 17 – RED CLOVER: 1. Bill Duncan, Tritura Farms, Pakenham (Lanark); 2. Bruce and Brian Hudson, Kinburn (Carleton); 3. Harold and Shelley McPhail, Almonte (Lanark). Class 19 – TIMOTHY: No Entry. Class 21 – FIRST CUT ALFALFA (85% or more alfalfa): 1. Gary Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2. Halpenny Farms, Almonte (Lanark); 3. Maynard Vandergalien, Renfrew (Renfrew). Class 22 – FIRST CUT LEGUME OTHER THAN ALFALFA: 1. Gary Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2. Ferme Gascon et Fils, Sarsfield (Russell); 3. Wesley Thom, Almonte (Lanark). Class 23 – FIRST CUT LEGUME AND GRASS: 1. Gary Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2.Ferme Gascon et Fils, Sarsfield (Russell); 3. Mallenmar Farms, Seeleys Bay (Frontenac). Class 24 – FIRST CUT GRASS (85% or more grass): 1. Maynard Vandergalien, Renfrew (Renfrew); 2. Gary Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 3. Ferme Menard, Clarence Creek (Russell).

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Class 25 – SECOND CUT ALFALFA OR OTHER LEGUME (85% or more legume): 1. Nandale Farms Ltd., John Nanne, Pakenham (Lanark); 2. Gary Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 3. Mallenmar Farms, Seeleys Bay (Frontenac). Class 26 – SECOND CUT MIXED LEGUME AND GRASS (80% & 20% either way): 1. Nandale Farms Ltd., Pakenham (Lanark); 2. Brian and Elisabeth Vandenberg, Winchester (Dundas); 3. Mallenmar Farms, Seeleys Bay (Frontenac). Class 27 – LARGE SQUARE OR ROUND BALE HAY – FIRST CUT: 1. Nandale Farms Ltd., Pakenham (Lanark); 2. Normand and Denis Leger, St. Isidore (Prescott); 3. Joe and Carolyn Jansen, Iroquois (Dundas). Class 28 – LARGE SQUARE OR ROUND BALE HAY – SECOND CUT: 1. Wesley Thom, Almonte, (Lanark); 2. Craig Barton, Vankleek Hill (Prescott); 3. Paynebranch Farms Ltd., Finch

(Stormont). Class 29 – HAYLAGE: 1. Jockbrae Farms Ltd., Carleton Place (Lanark); 2. Raymond Shannon, Inverary (Frontenac); 3. Tibben Farms Inc., Brinston (Dundas). Class 30 A – BALED HALAGE – FIRST CUT: 1. Ferme Gascon, Sarsfield (Russell); 2. Gary Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 3. Wesley Thom, Almonte (Lanark). Class 30 B – BALED HALAGE – SECOND CUT: 1. Gary Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2. Normand and Denis Leger, St. Isidore (Prescott); 3. Ferme Gascon et Fils, Sarsfield (Russell). Class 31 – OAT AND/OR BARLEY SILAGE: 1. Andrew Allen, Perth (Lanark); 2. Russell Sortberg, Elgin (Leeds); 3. Glaudale Farms, BarbaraAnn, Michel and Kevin, Berwick (Stormont). Class 32 A – PROCESSED CORN SILAGE: 1. Tibben Farms Inc., Brinston (Dundas); 2. Mark Hoogendyk, Elgin (Leeds); 3. Jockbrae Farms

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Seed and Forage Champions 2016 Continued from page 18B Class 34 – SHELLED CORN: 1. Tibben Farms Inc., Brinston (Dundas); 2. Lilliville Farms, William Lillico, Mountain (Dundas); 3. Bill Duncan, Tritura Farms, Pakenham (Lanark); Class 35 – POTATOES – 20 TUBERS, TABLE STOCK: 1. Gary Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2. Bruce and Brian Hudson, Kinburn (Carleton); 3. Bruce and Brian Hudson, Kinburn (Carleton). Class 36 – SPECIAL SHELLED CORN – BIN CLASS: 1. Paynebranch Farms Ltd., Finch (Stormont); 2. Connor Dawson, Lanark (Lanark); 3. F & H Haerle Farms Inc., St.Isidore (Prescott). Class 37 – BEST SHEAF OF CEREAL GRAIN: 1. Harold and Shelley McPhail, Almonte (Lanark); 2. Harold and Shelley McPhail, Almonte (Lanark); 3. Rowspine Farms, Elgin (Leeds). Class 38 – HAY QUALITY COMPETITION: 1. Nandale Farms, John Nanne, Pakenham (Lanark); 2. Halpenny Farms Ltd., Almonte (Lanark); 3. Ian and Tracy Porteous/Ayrport Farm, Winchester, (Dundas). Class 39 A – SPECIAL

The AgriNews March, 2017 Page 19B EXPORT HAY – FIRST CUT: 1. Craig Barton, Vankleek Hill (Prescott); 2. Nandale Farms Ltd., John Nanne, Pakenham (Lanark); 3. Halpenny Farms Ltd., Almonte (Lanark). Class 39 B – SPECIAL EXPORT HAY – SECOND CUT: 1. Nandale Farms, Pakenham (Lanark); 2. Ian & Tracy Porteous/Ayrporte Farm, Winchester (Dundas); 3. Craig Barton, Vankleek Hill (Prescott). Class 40 – POTATOES: 1. Lindsay Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2. Kathryn Stanton, Pakenham (Carleton); 3. Ben Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac). 4-H CLUB CLASSES Class 41 – OATS: 1. Ben Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2. Lindsay Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 3. Kelsey Hill, Kinburn (Carleton). Class 42 – BEANS: No Entry. Class 43 – BARLEY – SIX ROW: 1. Ivan Weir, Fitzroy Harbour (Carleton); 2. Bethany Mowat, Ashton (Carleton); 3. Rachel Puenter, Chesterville (Dundas). Class 44 – SPRING WHEAT: 1. Lindsay Gillan, Pakenham (Carleton); 2. Hugh Nixon, North Gower (Carleton); 3. Megan Styles, Arnprior (Carleton). Class 45 – WINTER

WHEAT: 1. Connor Dawson, Lanark (Lanark); 2. Caroline Dawson, Lanark (Lanark); 3. Ben Hill, Kinburn (Carleton). Class 46 – SOYBEANS: 1. Bruce Porteous, Winchester (Dundas); 2. Michael Sullivan, Kinburn, Carleton); 3. Cassidy Porteous, Winchester (Dundas). Class 47 – GRAIN CORN: 1. Ben Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2. Lindsay Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 3. Dylan Martin, Kinburn (Carleton). Class 48 – FIRST CUT HAY – LEGUME & GRASS: 1. Josh Villeneuve, Fitzroy Harbour (Carleton); 2. Ben Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 3. Cassidy Smith, Finch (Stormont). Class 49 – SECOND CUT HAY – MIXED LEGUME & GRASS: 1. Lindsay Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 2. Ben Gordon, Inverary (Frontenac); 3. Austin Hutchinson, Winchester (Dundas). Class 50 – SPECIFIC TO 4-H PROJECT: 1Jr. Caroline Dawson, Lanark (Lanark); 2Jr. Cassidy Porteous, Winchester, (Dundas); 3Jr. Bruce Porteous, Winchester, (Dundas). Class 51 – A “ME” POSTER: 1Jr. Emma Acres, Winchester (Dundas); 2Jr. Terry Ennis, Gloucester

(Stormont); 3Jr. Sara Elliott, Athens (Leeds). Class 52 – POSTER OF PHOTOGRAPHY: 1Jr. Terry Ennis, Gloucester (Stormont); 2Jr. Allie Carkner, Mallorytown (Leeds); 1Sr. Lauryn Rochon-Kaiser, Kinburn (Carleton). Class 53 – COLLECTION OF 10 WEED SPECIMENS: 1Jr. Terry Ennis, Gloucester (Stormont); 2Jr. Kali McLenaghan, Brockville (Leeds); 3Jr. Helena McLenaghan, Brockville (Leeds). Class 54 – FIELD CROP SEEDS: 1Jr. Bruce Porteous, Winchester (Dundas); 2Jr. Haleigh-Jo TePlate, Finch (Stormont); 3Jr. Emma Acres, Winchester (Dundas). Class 56 – PROMOTING 100TH ANNIVERSARY: 1Jr. Dougie Robinson, Finch (Stormont); 2Jr. Haleigh-Jo TePlate, Finch (Stormont); 3Jr. Jordyn Marion, Finch (Stormont). Class 57 – ANY ITEM SOMETHING NEW FROM SOMETHING OLD: 1Jr. Terry Ennis,

Gloucester (Stormont); 2Jr. Esther Hutchinson, Winchester (Dundas); 3Jr. Emma Acres, Winchester (Dundas). Class 58 – ANY ARTICLE OF WOODWORKING: 1Jr. Terry Ennis, Gloucester (Stormont); 2Jr. Logan Verspeek, Winchester (Dundas); 3Jr. Fabienne Puenter, Chesterville (Dundas). Class 59 – SEWING: 1Jr. Carlie Bender, Monkland (Stormont); 2Jr. Britney VanLoon, Finch (Stormont); 3Jr. Cassidy Porteous, Winchester (Dundas). Class 60 – ANY CRAFT ITEM: 1Jr. Emma Acres, Winchester (Dundas); 2Jr. Haleigh-Jo TePlate, Finch (Stormont); 3Jr. Regan Carkner, Mallorytown (Leeds). Class 61 – ANY ITEM STITCHERY: 1Jr. Cassidy Porteous, Winchester (Dundas); 2Jr. Haleigh-Jo TePlate, Finch (Stormont); 3Jr. Britney VanLoon, Finch (Stormont). Class 62 – ONE PAGE FROM A SCRAPBOOK: 1Jr. Terry Ennis, Gloucester (Stormont); 2Jr. Olivia

Leroux, Apple Hill (Glengarry); 3Jr. Alesca Villeneuve, Moose Creek (Glengarry). Class 63 – A 4-H PROJECT BOOK: 1Jr. Cassidy Porteous, Winchester (Dundas); 2Jr. Maryn Hunter, Smiths Falls (Leeds); 3Jr. Lia McIntosh, Inkerman (Dundas). Class 64 – SHEAF OF GRAIN: 1. Kerin Hudson, Kinburn (Carleton). Class 65 – 4-H COUNTY EXHIBIT – Open to any 4-H club: 1. Dundas Market 4-H Club, Mountain (Dundas); 2. West Carleton Garden Club, Arnprior (Carleton); 3. Potato Bugs, Crysler (Stormont). Class 66 – 4-H MEMBER EXHIBIT: 1Jr. Reuben VanDenBroek, Mountain (Dundas); 2Jr. Regan Carkner, Mallorytown (Leeds); 1Sr. Aimee VanLoon, Berwick (Stormont). Class 67 – ARTISTIC DISPLAY: 1Jr. Bruce Porteous, Winchester (Dundas); 2Jr. Cassidy Porteous, Winchester (Dundas); 3Jr. Emma Acres, Winchester (Dundas).

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