Ontario Soil Crop

AGM - North Simcoe SCIA
2022-12-02 | Ontario
Join North Simcoe SCIA on December 2, 2022 at Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Elmvale for their AGM. No pre-registration is required. Lunch will be $12.
For more information, please contact Ed Pridham at epridham@zing-net.ca or 705-428-5582.

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Rosslyn (Day 2)
2022-12-01 10:00 - 15:30 (America/Toronto) | Rosslyn Community Hall, 3405 Rosslyn Road , Rosslyn, Ontario
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.

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Norwich (Day 1)
2022-12-01 10:00 - 15:00 | Norwich Royal Canadian Legion, 55 Stover Street South, Norwich, ON, Canada

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Rostock (Day 2)
2022-12-01 10:00 - 15:00 | Rostock Hall, 4817 Line 46, Rostock, Ontario, Canada

Poultry Biosecurity - Guelph (Day 1)
2022-12-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Ontario
For poultry 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).

Essex SCIA AGM
2022-12-01 09:00 - 14:30 | St. John’s Parish Hall, 1782 Oriole Park Drive , Woodslee, Ontario
Essex SCIA is hosting their Annual General Meeting on Thursday, December 1st.
Where: St. John’s Parish Hall, Woodslee
Time: Registration – 8:30 am. Meeting start – 9:00 am
Featuring a presentation from Colin Elgie, OMAFRA Soil Fertility Specialist on Nitrogen Realities: Keeping N Where it Belongs
Preregistration Required: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/essex-scia-annual-meeting-tickets-465692969207
Admission: $50.00 (includes lunch & 2023 ESCIA membership) Cash or cheque at the door, please.
For further details, please contact Michael Dick at MDick@erca.org.

AGM - Essex SCIA
2022-12-01 09:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
The Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association
Annual General Meeting

Where: St. John’s Parish Hall, Woodslee
When: Thursday, December 1st, 2022
Preregistration Required: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/essex-scia-annual-meeting-tickets-465692969207
Time: Registration/payment – 8:30 am. Meeting starting – 9:00 am
Admission: $50.00 (includes lunch & 2023 ESCIA membership) Cash or cheque at the door please
For further details, please contact Michael Dick at MDick@erca.org.

Agenda
Nitrogen Fertilizer Update
Colin Elgie, OMAFRA Soil Fertility Specialist
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Cover Crop Update
Guest Speaker: To be Announced
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Conservation Farm Award Winner – 2022

Improved Nitrogen Management – What options might work best for you?
2022-11-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Brodhagen Community Hall, 6708 Perth County Line 44, Mitchell (Brodhagen), Ontario, Canada
Join OSCIA for an informative presentation and discussion on nitrogen management options, featuring expertise from Deb Campbell, Agronomy Advantage Inc.
For questions or to register, contact Lois Sinclair at 519-955-3139 or lsinclair@ontariosoilcrop.org.

Note: A Cover Cropping KSE will be offered at the same location from 10 a.m. to noon.

Maximizing Your Nitrogen Dollar Series (Webinar)
2022-11-30 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-11-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Ontario
Maximizing Your Nitrogen Fertilizer Dollar is a 4-part webinar series where participants can join academic, extension and grower experts to discuss maximizing N-use efficiency using available tools, BMPs, and new technology.
Each session is focused on specific sectors of Ontario agriculture:
Session 1: Wed, Nov 23 Overview – the science of N, the N cycle, and emissions

Dr. Claudia Wagner-Riddle (University of Guelph)
Dr. Dave Burton (Dalhousie University)

Session 2: Wed, Nov 30 Maximizing N use efficiency – horticulture crops

Dr. Mario Tenuta (University of Manitoba)
Elaine Roddy (OMAFRA)
Joeseph Tomecek (Tomecek Agronomy Services Inc.)

Session 3: Wed, Dec 7 Maximizing N use efficiency – field crops

Dr. Craig Drury (AAFC – Harrow Research Station)
Colin Elgie (OMAFRA)
Caleb Niemeyer (Woodrill Farms Ltd.)

Session 4: Wed, Dec 14 Maximizing N use efficiency – livestock and manure

Dr. Andrew VanderZaag (AAFC – Ottawa Research Station)
Christoph Wand (OMAFRA)

For additional information or to register for the webinar, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/maximizing-your-nitrogen-dollar-2022-webinar-series-tickets-460828549597

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Brighton (Day 2)
2022-11-30 10:00 - 15:00 | Codrington Community Centre (Brighton), 2992 Highway 30 10km north of 401 ext 509, Brighton, Ontario

Cover Cropping Choices for Healthy Soil
2022-11-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Brodhagen Community Centre, 6708 Perth Line 44, Brodhagen, Ontario, N0K 1N0, Canada
Join OSCIA for an informative presentation and discussion on cover cropping options to maximize soil health, featuring expertise from Anne Verhallen, OMAFRA Soil Management Specialist.
For questions or to register, contact Lois Sinclair at 519-955-3139 or lsinclair@ontariosoilcrop.org.

Note: A Nitrogen Management KSE will be offered at the same location from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Milton (Day 2)
2022-11-29 10:00 - 15:00 | Country Heritage Park (Milton), Ag-Museum, Milton, Ontario

Understanding the Role of Nitrogen Stabilizers in Corn and Wheat Crops – Virtual
2022-11-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Ontario
Understanding how the various nitrogen stabilizers on the market are designed to work, When and how they are best applied to optimize their performance and protect the environment from potential N loss and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Registration will be open on Nov 1 at www.agris.coop. A zoom link will she shared with registrants a few days before the event.

Maple Syrup 101
2022-11-26 13:30 - 15:30 | Ontario
Do you have a hardwood bush on the farm? Are you interested in learning about syrup production, or expanding your current operation? Supplementing the income already generated by your farm with a new endeavor, or just enjoying home made syrup on your pancakes? Join us for Maple Syrup 101!
This hybrid course will cover equipment, sap collection, boiling, farm sales and labelling, as well as insights into syrup production and marketing from local producers. Presenters include OMAFRA Maple Specialist Jenny Liu, as well as Bob Lesperance of Sauble River Farms and Bob Gray of Kemble Mountain Maple Products. Please register by November 24th by emailing info@greyagservices.ca or calling 519-986-3756.
The course will be offered in a hybrid format – join us in-person at Grey Ag Services, Markdale, or online through Zoom.

One-day Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Renewal Workshop - Elgin (Day 1)
2022-11-26 09:30 - 15:30 | Elgin Lions Hall (Leeds County), 19 Pineview Dr , Elgin, Ontario
The one-day EFP Renewal Workshop is for farmers looking to update a 3rd or 4th edition EFP and have their previously verified workbook. This Workshop offers farmers the opportunity to work with knowledgeable OSCIA staff networking with fellow farmers and information about cost-share funding.

Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) Workshop - Norwich (Day 2)
2022-11-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Norwich Royal Canadian Legion, 55 Stover Street South, Norwich, ON, Canada

Growing Your Farm Profits (GYFP) Workshop - Douro (Day 1)
2022-11-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Douro Community Centre (East of Peterborough), 2893 Highway #8, Douro, Ontario, Canada
After attending the workshop you have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with your Workshop Leader to help review and refine your action plans and identify specific resources and cost-share opportunities that may be available to help in implementing activities to achieve your farm business goals.

Does Soil Health Pay? Understanding the Costs and Benefits of BMPs
2022-11-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Erin Legion, 12 Dundas St E, Erin, Ontario, N0B 1T0, Canada
Healthy agricultural soils are necessary for long-term farm profits, resilience to extreme weather, and environmental benefits. Yet the benefits and costs of adopting soil health practices are difficult to measure. Many studies have shown the net benefits of no-till, cover crops and other practices. But those also show risks and variability that can cost farmers. Does soil health pay? If so, what factors can maximize benefits?
Join the Greenbelt Foundation, Our Food Future and Erin Common Ground for a FREE in-person event at the Erin Legion.
Space is limited. To register or find more information, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/does-soil-health-pay-tickets-432514010047

AGM - Sudbury SCIA
2022-11-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
The Sudbury SCIA Annual Meeting will be held November 23, 2022 at 1 P.M.
Location: Valley Growers 2960 Martin Road, Blezard Valley ( Greater Sudbury), Ontario
Agenda:
Open Meeting and Welcome – Michel Simard
Minutes of Jan. 6,2022 Meeting – Mack Emiry
Financial update to November 2022 – Mack Emiry
OSCIA Report
OMAFRA – Julie Poirier-Mensinga
Membership Fee
Election of Directors and Executive Positions
Delegate to OSCIA Annual Meeting
Director to NEOSCIA
Other Business
Adjournment

OSCIA Annual Meeting
2022-11-23 | Ontario
Book your calendars now!
The virtual Annual Meeting is set for:
Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Cover Crops - Top Tips from Years of Experience
2022-11-22 10:30 - 12:00 | Arthur Arena, 158 Domville St, Arthur, Ontario, N0G 1A0, Canada
Join OSCIA for an informative session on cover cropping. Speakers include:

Jake Munro, OMAFRA Soil Management Specialist (Field Crops)
Adam Ireland, Albadon Progressive Ag

Location: Upper Hall at the Arthur Arena – 158 Domville St, Arthur, ON
For questions or to register, contact Cathy Dibble at 519-788-0895 or cdibble@ontariosoilcrop.org

Note: A Nitrogen Management KSE will be offered at the same location from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Agronomists: Protecting N – Nitrogen management strategies to reduce losses (Virtual)
2022-11-21 20:00 - 21:00 | Ontario
A live webinar broadcast where Peter Johnson, Greg Stewart, and John Heard will discuss nitrogen fertilizer loss pathways, the factors that impact loss and strategies for reducing losses, including the use of enhanced efficiency fertilizer products, fertilizer placement, and time and mode of application.
Note: In order to receive credit for participating in this KSE, Ontario OFCAF applicants must join the live broadcast (the on-demand recording will not qualify) and have access to the chat function in order verify their participation. Contact Margaret May at mmay@ontariosoilcrop.org to get access to the live broadcast link.

Crops & Horticulture Biosecurity - Guelph (Day 1)
2022-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Ontario
For field crops and horticulture producers. A Certified Crop Advisor 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).

Livestock Biosecurity - Guelph (Day 2)
2022-11-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Ontario
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).

Livestock Biosecurity - Guelph (Day 1)
2022-11-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Ontario

Advanced Grazing Systems Mentorship Program – Series 2
2022-10-13 19:30 - 2022-11-24 21:30 | Ontario
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.
