June 2025

In this issue:

More reason to believe in winter wheat

The grain’s performance as a cover crop adds to its value

June 2025 - One thing about the world of science is that no matter how “settled” an issue may seem, there is always room for more study or scrutiny. Some other facets can be redefined or measured with…

Funding the future of agriculture

Grain Farmers of Ontario Legacy Scholarship

June 2025 - The world of work is changing; automation and artificial intelligence, the gig economy, and a focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion are just a few of the factors that will influence job seekers in the…
Bio-economic boost

Unlocking domestic potential for Ontario grain

June 2025 - For decades, Canada’s grain producers have largely played the role of exporters—reliably growing, harvesting and shipping grain to customers around the world. But in today’s rapidly shifting geopolitical and regulatory landscape, the question is no…
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Critical weed management research continues

New University of Guelph professor Isabelle Aicklen

June 2025 - It was made official in late March. Dr. Isabelle Aicklen became the ‘Ontario Bean Growers Assistant Professor in Weed Management’ at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus, as part of the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC).…
Getting familiar with falling number

Agronomic information from Ontario's crop specialists

June 2025 - What is a falling number? Falling number is a standardized testing method for determining the amount of sprout damage in wheat. Wheat is ground and mixed with water in a test tube to create a…
Carbon credits

Understanding the opportunity for Ontario grain farms

June 2025 - The landscape of carbon credits and climate action is constantly evolving and can be difficult to navigate. For Ontario grain farmers, this conversation involves potential new revenue streams and important considerations about farm practices and…
European Union sustainability policies

How do they impact Ontario grain exports?

June 2025 - European Union legislation is taking aim at deforestation and biodiversity destruction by imposing import restrictions on grain grown on recently cleared land. A concern for grain exporters in Brazil and other regions of the globe,…
Looking back…

Fifteen years of sustainability and environmental leadership

June 2025 - For more than 15 years, Grain Farmers of Ontario has been leading the way, integrating sustainability goals in all we do. Grain Farmers of Ontario’s mission is to build, defend, and promote an inclusive, innovative,…
GrainTALK for June/July 2025

An update on Grain Farmers of Ontario news and events

June 2025 - Your Grain Farmers of Ontario Team Here is our next installment of profiles of your Grain Farmers of Ontario Board of Directors to help introduce you to the team. Ann VermeerschDirector, District 5 (Elgin, Norfolk)…
Incentivizing sustainable farms

Conversations with business experts

June 2025 - (J.M.) HOW DOES FARM CREDIT CANADA SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE FARM PRACTICES? (C.G.) Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is focused on supporting sustainable farm practices across Canada. That’s why we launched the Sustainability Incentive Program (www.fcc-fac.ca/en/financing/ agriculture/sustainability-incentive-program) in…
What is carbon intensity?

Why does it matter for your grain farm?

June 2025 - You might be hearing more talk about “carbon intensity” or “CI scores” lately, especially in relation to biofuels and sustainability initiatives. While it sounds technical, understanding carbon intensity is becoming increasingly relevant for Ontario grain…
Building better soil

Enhancing Ontario’s capacity for soil health assessment and interpretation

June 2025 - “Soil is essential to how we live. It’s critical to life,” said Senator Rob Black at a June 6, 2024, press conference highlighting the results of the Senate of Canada’s report, Critical Ground: Why Soil…
Clearing the carbon confusion

A farmer's glossary

June 2025 - As conversations around climate change, sustainability programs, and carbon markets become more common in agriculture, so does a whole new set of terms and jargon. Understanding this language can help you better evaluate potential opportunities…
From the CEO’s desk – June/July 2025

From the CEO's desk

June 2025 - Spring has sprung, and by the time you read this in June, hopefully, most of you are well on your way to finishing up #plant25. As I write this in early May, equipment is starting…

June 2025

More reason to believe in winter wheat

Funding the future of agriculture

Bio-economic boost

Critical weed management research continues

Getting familiar with falling number

Carbon credits

European Union sustainability policies

Looking back…

Incentivizing sustainable farms

What is carbon intensity?

Building better soil

Clearing the carbon confusion

From the CEO’s desk – June/July 2025

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Weed control tips

From the CEO’s desk – November 2026

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June 2025

More reason to believe in winter wheat

Funding the future of agriculture

Bio-economic boost

Critical weed management research continues

Getting familiar with falling number

Carbon credits

European Union sustainability policies

Looking back…

GrainTALK for June/July 2025

Incentivizing sustainable farms

What is carbon intensity?

Building better soil

Clearing the carbon confusion

From the CEO’s desk – June/July 2025

Recommended:

Weed control tips

From the CEO’s desk – November 2026