Heartland Soil&Crop

CFIA has delayed new labelling requirements for bulk fertilizer until 2027, allowing more time for industry discussions. Fertilizer Canada supports this pause. 👉 Read more: ow.ly/XqNn50YyLKE

A new cover crop survey is live! Led by the University of Manitoba, Manitoba Agriculture, and the Ontario Cover Crop Steering Committee, this project explores how cover crop use is evolving across the provinces. Help shape the future of cover cropping in Canadian agriculture!

Deliver workshops, demos, webinars and seminars & get up to $10,000 per event! OFCAF funding available is available for ag businesses hosting Knowledge Sharing Events that bring Beneficial Management Practices to life. Learn more: programguides.ontariosoilcrop.org/program/knowle… #ontag #ontariosoilcrop #AgClimateSolutions #KSE

What happens when livestock meet cover crops? Healthier soils. Better rotations. More resilient farms. Watch how this Living Lab–Ontario project is putting cover crop grazing to the test: farms.com/videos/crops/c…

Blacklegged tick habitat is expanding across Ontario — increasing the risk of Lyme disease for farmers, outdoor workers & anyone outdoors. Take a few minutes at the end of each day to check for ticks. Stay informed and know the risk in your area with Public Health Ontario’s interactive Ontario Vector-Borne Disease Tool👇 bit.ly/4sCwYrp *This tool allows you to see the most recent data on Blacklegged Tick (BLT) Established Risk Areas in Ontario.

The Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame will induct five new members in 2026, including @SenatorRobBlack. Others inductees include: Dr. Helen Fisher, Scott Graham, Percy Hodgetts and Brian O’Connor. #ontag #cdnag ow.ly/q97j50Y7Tro

Huron SICA AGM and supper- January 28 - Brussels Legion. Talks will be on #Covercrops, waterhemp, and Huronview Demo Farm updates. Register at shorturl.at/z2G0B @HuronSoilCrop @OntarioSoilCrop @LandWaterNews #ontarioag

Attention Grand River farmers! The GRCA offers grants to improve #SoilHealth and protect water quality. To learn more about how these grants can support your stewardship efforts, please visit: youtu.be/tuEg8eAMiTI Or grandriver.ca/RuralWater #OntAg

Carlotte Ag & Grand River Robotics Winter Meeting- January 22. Speakers will focus on soil health, 360 RAIN system, manure and nitrogen management @GRRobotics @OntarioSoilCrop Register here: form.jotform.com/260115019865253 by January 20.

Waterloo SCIA AGM - January 20 - 9:30 am to 2:30 pm Floradale Mennonite Church; $25 for hot lunch; $40 for optional membership Featuring weed management, spraying tips, and farm emergency planning *heartlandsoilcrop.org/waterloo/water…*

2026 marks the #YearOfTheWomanFarmer to raise awareness of the role of women play in agrifood systems and the challenges they face. Women are valuable leaders, resources and workers on the farm and beyond who should be recognized for their contributions, empowered to grow and compensated fairly. This #IYWF2026 and every year, let us thank every woman farmer around the world for all they do to help feed our world! @FAO @SenateCA

🌾CROPS DAY IN 9 DAYS With a very full tradeshow and agenda - you won't want to miss this opportunity to learn about road safety, net year's market outlook, improving nitrogen management, Wheat Pete's wisdom, and a discussion around AI in ag tickets at GBFW.ca

We're so fortunate in Ontario Ag to have some amazing opportunities to learn about new research, management practices, fertility/diseases/insects, & ways to make our farms more profitable! Still time to sign up in person or virtual for upcoming conferences. #ontag

Lambton Soil & Crop AGM January 9th at Alvinston Community Centre - mark your calendars - open to all! Looks like a fun one! @OntarioSoilCrop #ontag

Farm show in the morning—check! Regional updates in the afternoon—check! All welcome? Check!

Understanding what's in your fertilizer is critical for determining application rates. Check out my chat with OMAFA's @Mr_Earl00 on why nutrient analysis is so important on #Soil School @realagriculture ow.ly/WNBY50XGjie

Are you joining us in Elora? Our AGM (Feb 3) + Deep Dive (Feb 4) are open for registration—and early-bird entries for the Win Your Registration Back contest close Jan 1. ✔ Connect with producers, researchers & industry ✔ Get updates on OSCIA's progress & plans ✔ Explore residue smart practices: see the image below for session topics! Secure your spot: membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/oscia-an… #ontariosoilcrop #AGMOSCIA #ResidueSmart

LESS than one week left! Don’t miss the upcoming Dec. 9 registration deadline—because you'll definitely want to attend the Southwest Ag Conference in-person. Then get prepped and ready for a packed two-day line-up of speakers! Secure your spot southwestagconference.ca

New policy brief: Budget 2025 outlines key signals for Canada's agriculture and agri-food sectors. Download here: ow.ly/yO3L50XqOTA #cdnag #agpolicy

New drone regulations alert! As of Nov 4, drones weighing 25-150 kg no longer need a Special Flight Operations Certificate. Learn more about the changes that simplify operations for #cdnag 👉 ow.ly/96Kr50XoGy6 #farming #westcdnag #agriculture #drones