Celebrating Chicken Farmers during Ontario Agriculture Week!

Oct 06, 2021

BURLINGTON, ON – During Ontario Agriculture Week, Chicken Farmers of Ontario (CFO) is taking the time to thank farmer-members who continue to work tirelessly to keep things “Chicken As Usual” for Ontarians during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Ontario Agriculture Week is a time to celebrate Ontario’s hard-working farmers, industry partners, and the abundance of quality food they produce for Ontarians to enjoy.

“While Ontario chicken farmers continue to work to ensure that it is 'Chicken As Usual' for Ontario families, we also want to recognize and thank all of our industry partners throughout the chicken supply chain. We have come together to ensure Ontarians have continued access to a steady supply of safe, healthy, locally-grown chicken,” said Ed Benjamins, Chair of Chicken Farmers of Ontario.

COVID-19 has also dramatically increased the number of people facing acute food insecurity, creating even more demand for protein at our local food banks. The CFO Cares: Farmers to Food Banks program has continued to support local food banks throughout the pandemic. Each year, more than 500 CFO farmer-members donate a total of over 1 million meals to local food banks, supporting those in need.

"Chicken farmers have stepped up to help our communities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic by supporting local food banks. As part of our social mission, Chicken Farmers of Ontario is committed to tackling food insecurity in our province by giving back in the best way we know; with the resources CFO farmer-members grow,” said Denise Hockaday, CEO of Chicken Farmers of Ontario.

To celebrate Ontario Agriculture Week, support Ontario farmers by purchasing local products, and consider making a donation to a food bank in your community today!

Source : CFO

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The FarmCast, host Troy Randall speaks with Doug Luedke, Vice President of Service, and Davin Peterson, Executive Vice President of Aftermarket at 21st Century Equipment, to discuss the importance of proactive service and how it helps farmers reduce downtime during their busiest seasons. The conversation focuses on the Winter Service Inspection Program, a comprehensive approach designed to keep equipment running at peak performance and limit costly in-season breakdowns through preventative maintenance and expert technician support.

Doug and Devin explain how 21st Century Equipment’s service teams have evolved to meet the needs of today’s connected machines. With more technology and data integrated into modern equipment, technicians now play a vital role in both mechanical repairs and precision ag support. Through advanced diagnostics, machine monitoring, and John Deere’s Expert Alerts, they can identify and address potential issues before they become major problems—saving customers valuable time, money, and frustration.

Throughout the discussion, the team shares real-world success stories demonstrating how proactive inspections and customer-focused service help maximize uptime and efficiency for every operation. Whether it’s a large tractor, combine, or small mower, the goal remains the same: to provide trusted, reliable support that helps farmers and landowners stay productive and confident in their equipment year-round.