Ontario Soil Crop

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Alvinston (Day 2)
2023-01-26 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Toronto) | Brooke Alvinston Inwood Community Centre, 3310 Walnut Street, Alvinston, Ontario, N0N 1A0, Canada
If you have not previously participated in an EFP workshop or it has been a long time you should attend a two-day in-person workshop which offers the opportunity to learn from knowledgeable OSCIA staff to help assess your soils walk you through the process and learn about cost-share funding opportunities. This workshop also offers networking opportunities with fellow farmers.

Bee Biosecurity - Guelph (Day 2)
2023-01-25 19:00 - 21:00
An expert from the Ontario Beekeepers Association Tech Transfer Team will show you the benefits of having a biosecurity program and identify key practices to help you enhance biosecurity for your hives. You will have the opportunity to learn from knowledgeable OSCIA staff about cost-share opportunities and network with fellow beekeepers. For webinars participation in BOTH sessions is required and you must have a reliable internet connection and a laptop or desktop computer to participate (no smartphones).

Nitrogen Gains for Small Grains (Virtual)
2023-01-25 13:00 - 14:00
Join EFAO on January 25 for “Nitrogen Gains for Small Grains” on Zoom!
Nitrogen is a hot topic on this year’s ag conference circuit – we’re narrowing in on how to manage this key nutrient in your small grain crops!
Join us to hear from Lyss Gingras, CCA for Agronomy Advantage. Lyss completed undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Guelph, studying plants, insects and integrated pest management. They have extensive experience in agricultural research, scouting and agronomy and a passion for plants, insects, agriculture and dogs. Lyss will explain how to get the most benefit from nitrogen for your crop while minimizing the negative impact on the environment. They’ll go over 4-R principles and answer your nitrogen questions. Get a nitrogen fertility plan in place for your small grains season!
For more information or to register, visit https://efao.ca/event/nitrogen-gains-for-small-grains/

If You Can’t See It, You Can’t Hit It – Directed Spraying in Corn!
2023-01-25 12:00 - 13:00
On Wednesday January 25th from 12:00 – 1:00 pm, Dr Jason Deveau of OMAFRA will be presenting this Grey Ag Webinar, covering his research on directed spraying:
“Spraying diseases such as Gibberella ear rot and tar spot are significant economic threats that reduce the quality of grain corn. As crop management practices provide only modest improvements in disease control, it is important to investigate strategies that increase fungicide efficacy. Research has shown that the timely application of fungicide labelled to suppress the disease improve efficacy (~50% in the case of mycotoxins). We wondered if changes in the method of application could give better results. We compared the spray coverage from several application methods. The leading method was then moved to field trials, where return on investment, efficacy, and ease of use were evaluated.”
Go to https://www.greyagservices.ca/courses-webinars to register!

Victoria SCIA AGM
2023-01-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Cambray Hall, 2255 Elm Tree Rd, Cambray, Ontario, Canada
Victoria SCIA AGM, 10 am, Cambray Hall

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Floradale (Day 2)
2023-01-25 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-01-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Floradale Mennonite Church, 22 Florapine Road, Floradale, Ontario, Canada

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Markdale (Day 2)
2023-01-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Grey Ag Services, 206 Toronto Street S., Markdale, Ontario, Canada

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Nestleton Station (Day 2)
2023-01-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Nestleton Community Centre (Port Perry), 3971 Highway#7A , Nestleton Station, Ontario

Ont Ag Conference TEC Talk Tuesday: COOKIN’ with Corn (Virtual)
2023-01-24 19:27 - 21:27
The Ontario Ag Conference is hosting “TEC Talk Tuesdays” throughout January and February. The session on January 24 qualifies as a Cover Cropping KSE only.
Each TEC Talk Tuesday focuses on a specific topic addressed in the conference lineup. Speakers and experts in the field will be on the hot seat with Peter Johnson as moderator. This offers participants the opportunity to ask questions, have discussions, share experiences, meet neighbours, and make connections, all live and as face-to-face as possible with a virtual event.
This session will provide the opportunity to engage in a moderated Q & A session “Live” with conference speakers featured in the following sessions:

Session 2: Magnificent Maize
Session 4: Physiology 101: Corn
Session 45: Cover Crops and Corn

Login to your OAgC account to tune in, or register here https://ontarioagconference.ca/registration/create-account/ for access to the ON DEMAND sessions (until March 31, 2023) and TEC Talk Tuesdays. Note: Registration to the Ontario Ag Conference is required to access TEC Talk Tuesdays.

AGM - Norfolk SCIA
2023-01-24 16:30 - 20:00
Norfolk SCIA is hosting their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, January 24th at the Delhi German Hall. It will follow a similar format to previous years.
The guest speaker this year will be Russell Hurst. The proposed title of his talk is “Overview of the federal government’s fertilizer emission policy and its impact on Ontario agriculture”.
Viewing exhibits and happy hour start at 4:30pm, with the banquet to follow at 6:00pm.
For more information, please reach out to Tracey Kloepfer-Court: 519-352-2959 or tkcourt@execulink.com.

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Elmvale (Day 1)
2023-01-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, 106 Younge St. N. , Elmvale, Ontario

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Kemptville (Day 1)
2023-01-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Kemptville – Grenville Mutual Building, 380 Colonnade Drive , Kemptville, Ontario

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Cayuga (Day 2)
2023-01-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Cayuga Mutual Insurance, 23 King St. , Cayuga, Ontario

Nitrogen Mentorship Shop Talk (Kinburn)
2023-01-20 18:30 - 20:00
Get ahead of your Nitrogen planning for the 2023 season! This is an evening opportunity to hear from farmers and agronomists about optimizing nitrogen fertility in your fields. The goal: feed productive crops while minimizing negative environmental impact! Enjoy pizza, beverages and snacks while connecting with like-minded farmer neighbours!
Speakers include Jennifer Doelman – CCA On 4R NMS, Charlene Whattam – CCA, David Cousens, Lyndsey Smith of Real Agriculture.
For more information or to register, contact jackie@efao.ca

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Aylmer (Day 1)
2023-01-20 10:00 - 15:00

Stormont SCIA AGM and Tour
2023-01-20 10:00 - 15:00
Stormont SCIA Annual Meeting will be on January 20, starting with a tour 10am at Nick Thurler (11313 Snowbird Rd, South Mountain) to view the new bio-digester setup. Lunch and meeting at Louis Restaurant (1 King Str., Chesterville). SSCIA reports, Corn High Yield Results, OSCIA’s latest Program updates, etc. A short Directors’ Meeting will follow the AGM.

Livestock Biosecurity - Guelph (Day 1)
2023-01-19 19:00 - 21:00
For beef sheep goat and dairy producers. A Veterinarian will show you the benefits of having a biosecurity program and identify key practices to help you enhance biosecurity for your farm. You will have the opportunity to learn from knowledgeable OSCIA staff about cost-share opportunities and network with fellow farmers. For webinars participation in BOTH sessions is required and you must have a reliable internet connection and a laptop or desktop computer to participate (no smartphones).

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Wallenstein (Day 1)
2023-01-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Wallenstein Feed Mill, 7307 Wellington Road 86 , Wallenstein, Ontario

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Alvinston (Day 1)
2023-01-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Brooke Alvinston Inwood Community Centre, 3310 Walnut Street, Alvinston, Ontario, N0N 1A0, Canada

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Kirkton (Day 1)
2023-01-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Kirkton Woodham Community Centre, 70497 Road 164 , Kirkton, Ontario

AGM - Brant SCIA
2023-01-19 09:00 - 15:00
Join Brant SCIA for their Annual Meeting on January 19, starting at 9am.
Speakers and topics include:

“Think Differently About Nitrogen”: 2022 Utrisha N case study results on apple, hazelnut and squash. (Alana Respondek, Corteva Horticultural Specialist)
“Digging Below the Surface” (Shannon Bieman, CCA, Market Devt Western Ontario, SeCan)
“Soil Compaction Day Report – Big Boots on the Ground” (Ian MacDonald, OMAFRA)
as well as updates from the Golden Horseshoe, the Provincial Office, Programs, and IGPC.

Lunch and a Brant membership is only $50, with a lunch ticket costing $25.
For more information, please reach out to Linda Snyder at brantsoilandcrop@gmail.com or by phone: 519-759-4232

Maizex Agronomy 2023: Learn LIVE! (Cobourg)
2023-01-19 09:00 - 14:30
Maizex is excited to bring back its popular in-person agronomy meetings this coming January and February. The events will be a welcome return for Ontario farmers to in-person knowledge sharing on topics that are timely and relevant to each region, with a line-up of speakers that are experts in their respective fields. For the full agenda, please visit: https://maizex.com/maizex-agronomy-2023-learn-live/
Participation in this in-person event qualifies as a Nitrogen Management AND Cover Cropping KSE.
Registration is required. If possible, please register before January 13th (for catering purposes) by emailing karen.robinet@maizex.com with your name, email address, phone number, and which location you are registering for, but registration is open until the day before each session.
Details, including the location of the meeting, will be provided to registrants. For more information or questions about the event, contact karen.robinet@maizex.com or 519-359-3048.

Bee Biosecurity - Guelph (Day 1)
2023-01-18 19:00 - 21:00

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Floradale (Day 1)
2023-01-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Floradale Mennonite Church, 22 Florapine Road, Floradale, Ontario, Canada

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Nestleton Station (Day 1)
2023-01-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Nestleton Community Centre (Port Perry), 3971 Highway#7A , Nestleton Station, Ontario

Maizex Agronomy 2023: Learn LIVE! (Kemptville)
2023-01-18 09:00 - 14:30

Ont Ag Conference TEC Talk Tuesday: Fertility Fanatics (Virtual)
2023-01-17 19:27 - 21:27
The Ontario Ag Conference is hosting “TEC Talk Tuesdays” throughout January and February. The session on January 17 qualifies as a Nitrogen Management KSE.
Each TEC Talk Tuesday focuses on a specific topic addressed in the conference lineup. Speakers and experts in the field will be on the hot seat with Peter Johnson as moderator. This offers participants the opportunity to ask questions, have discussions, share experiences, meet neighbours, and make connections, all live and as face-to-face as possible with a virtual event.
This session will provide the opportunity to engage in a moderated Q & A session “Live” with conference speakers featured in the following sessions:

Session 5: kNowiNg NitrogeN
Session 36: Agronomy Corner!
Session 40: Fertility Fever
Session 48: Winning with Nitrogen

Login to your OAgC account to tune in, or register here https://ontarioagconference.ca/registration/create-account/ for access to the ON DEMAND sessions (until March 31, 2023) and TEC Talk Tuesdays.

Advanced Grazing Systems Mentorship Program - Series 3
2023-01-17 19:00 - 21:30
The Ontario Forage Council is providing the provincial delivery of the Advanced Grazing Systems program. The program offers training for producers to gain expertise in rotational grazing. The curriculum is designed to teach farmers key concepts and develop a rotational grazing plan for their operation. In addition to the course content, the program will create a support network of other grazing producers and provide instructional support resources. The Advanced Grazing Systems program is supported by Farmers for Climate Solutions in partnership with the Canadian Forage and Grassland Association.
The program will be delivered in three separate series of seven online sessions, followed by field days in spring/summer 2023 to demonstrate the implementation of systems outlined in the program modules. By the end of the program, participants will have completed a personalized grazing plan for their operation.
Click here for more information or to register.
Note: OFCAF applicants must participate in each session (every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.) between January 17 and February 21 to meet the KSE requirement.
