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CrossRoads Crop Conference kicks off January 27 with the Bayer Opening Night Reception!

We asked the producers on our committee what they are looking forward to most, here is what they had to say:

  • ‘Looking forward to Bill Wirtz  talking about the impact of ag policy on Canadian agriculture and how it impacts my operation’ 
  • ‘Networking with fellow producers at the Beer Reception!’ (January 28)
  • ‘Cyber security is a growing concern, looking forward to hearing more about it from a farm perspective’
  • ‘Hearing about the capital gains updates and I always enjoy the hot breakfasts and lunches’
  • ‘Escaping the cold for a couple great days of networking and learning!’
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Grazing Network Group: What it is and how it benefits our operation

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In the spring of 2023 OMAFA, along with the University of Guelph, gathered a group of 18 producers from the beef, sheep, and dairy sectors to support a three to four year research project related to measuring grass growth in Ontario. The producers use a Rising Plate Meter to capture grass growth and record livestock movements. This presentation will explain how the group interact/support one another, some initial findings, as well as the benefits for the research team and our farm.

The purpose of the Profitable Pastures conference is to bring fresh ideas and new research results to Ontario grazing managers across the ruminant livestock sectors. These conferences have a major focus on pasture management