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WEBConcerns raised about food shortages. The World Bank will make $30 billion available to help stem a food security crisis threatened by Russia's war in Ukraine, which has cut off most grain exports from the two countries, reported Reuters news agency.
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WEBFewer COVID outbreaks on farms. Vaccinations and strict rules for farming operations dramatically cut the number of cases of COVID-19 among migrant farm workers this year. October 16, 2021 Local News.
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WEBCategory page for Crops Mike Belan chosen as 2020 Innovative Farmer of the Year. Every year, the Innovative Farmers Association of Ontario selects an Ontario farmer who is committed to soil health, environmental stewardship, and progressive thinking.
First Norfolk Apple Fest an a-peeling family event
WEB5 hours ago — Up next for the Simcoe BIA is its popular Treats in the Street Halloween event on Oct. 26 when costumed kids, Sisters Gwendolyn Savard, 8, and Geraldine Savard, 7, of Simcoe, show off some fruit-themed art on Saturday at the inaugural Norfolk Apple Fest held on Argyle Street in Simcoe. Photo by MICHELLE RUBY / Postmedia Staff.
Norfolk County seeks resident input for 2025 budget
WEB4 days ago — Residents are encouraged to engage in the budget process by: Providing input through EngageNorfolk.ca. Reviewing the 2025 budgets once they become available. Watching live-streamed budget meetings on the Norfolk County YouTube channel. Providing input at council meetings. Members of the community may speak at a meeting by providing deputation.
For the farming future: Province announces additional funding
WEBSep 16, 2024 — Flack said the “forward-thinking initiative” will help Ontario farmers improve the long-term environmental resiliency of their farms. Farmers will be able to submit to applications to the program and successful recipients could receive up to $90,000 in support. The funding could be used to conduct an energy audits to support on-farm ...
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WEBOn-farm dairy processor to receive funding. The dairy processing sector plays a vital role in Canada’s economy, producing good, high-quality and nutritious products for Canadians across the country.
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WEBHamilton hospital pauses youth tonsil and adenoid surgeries after 2 deaths. Scheduled tonsil and adenoid surgical procedures for patients under the age of 18 have been paused at McMaster Children’s Hospital after two children, including one from Norfolk County, recently died shortly after being discharged.
London area housing starts triple in August, third best in province
WEB2 days ago — Construction began last month on 470 units in the London census metropolitan area (CMA), which includes St. Thomas, Strathroy-Caradoc and parts of Elgin and Middlesex counties, compared to 151 in August of 2023, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) says. The 211 per cent increase is the third highest in Ontario behind Oshawa and Peterborough.
Soil compaction 'significant issue in agriculture' | Today'S Farmer
WEBAug 18, 2022 — About 175 farmers gathered at Snobelen Farms on Highway 2 near Langford Thursday to learn about the impact of soil compaction. Peter Johnson, an agronomist with Real Agriculture, described perfect soil as being 25 per cent water, 25 per cent air and 50 per cent solids.
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