September 2026

In this issue:

Ontario wheat reaches new heights

In the field, through the mill, at the bakery and beyond

September 2026 - A maple cream cookie carried aboard Artemis II tells a bigger story about Ontario wheat farmers, food manufacturing, and innovation. While promoting Ontario wheat in export markets around the world, Grain Farmers of Ontario’s constant…

Field Observations

FALL 2026

September 2026 - October 8, 2026 Soybean harvest and winter wheat planting continue across the province. Overall, the fall harvest season has started exceptionally well. Corn continues to mature and dry down. Corn Corn harvest has barely begun…
Can grain be grown without synthetic inputs?

This Serbian farm is testing it

September 2026 - LoginEKO is testing whether grain can be grown at commercial scale with lower input costs, but the model depends heavily on local conditions, machinery, and capital. Samo Login sold his talking cat app for nearly…
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Drones can increase cover cropping options

Drone operators discuss the successes and challenges of applying cover crops and fertilizer by drone

September 2026 - Drone operators say success still depends on planning around herbicide carryover, residue management, weather, calibration, and active monitoring, but the technology offers another tool for building soil health and expanding cover crop options. As Canada’s…
Where crop protection products are put to the test

Syngenta’s Honeywood research station helps develop and troubleshoot seed treatments and sprays for Eastern Canadian farms

September 2026 - Testing is a critical step in bringing crop protection products from the lab to the field. A lot of research and troubleshooting goes into the development of new crop protection product sprays and seed coatings.…
Farm safety can’t stand still

Modern farms bring modern risks, and experts say prevention must evolve with them

September 2026 - Experts from CASA and WSPS say producers need practical, farm-specific training, planning, and prevention strategies to protect themselves, their families, employees, and visitors. The ideal farming environment is one where production and performance are relatively…
GrainTALK newsletter – GrainTALK for September 2026

An update on Grain Farmers of Ontario news and events

September 2026 - Your Grain Farmers of Ontario Team Here is our next installment of profiles of your Grain Farmers of Ontario staff to help introduce you to the team. Rachel ReeveAdministrative Assistant Rachel Reeve joined Grain Farmers…
Put agriculture on the municipal election agenda

Grain farmers can help shape local decisions by asking candidates where they stand on rural infrastructure, land use, taxes, fees, and practical farm policies

September 2026 - Municipal elections give grain farmers a chance to raise local issues that affect their businesses, from infrastructure and land use to taxes, fees, and environmental regulations. Ontario is holding municipal elections on October 26, 2026.…
EU residue rules raise questions for Ontario grain exports

France’s import ban signals what could come next

September 2026 - Proposed EU residue rules could put Ontario grain exports at risk by restricting imports of crops treated with products banned in Europe but still used in Canada, creating new market access uncertainty for growers. The…
How much broadcast potash fertilizer is safe for soybeans?

Agronomic information from Ontario's crop specialists

September 2026 - Despite its importance to soybean health, visible potassium deficiency symptoms appear in many fields across the province each year. The issue is primarily driven by two compounding factors: the soybean plant’s exceptionally high potassium demand,…
Robots, research help farmers rethink nitrogen management

Early on-farm trial results suggest some growers may be able to reduce nitrogen applications while maintaining yields and improving returns

September 2026 - Researchers and farmers shared lessons from nitrogen-reduction trials, including promising profit results and challenges with new technology. Farmers and agronomists gathered near Walkerton in June to learn how local producer Gerard Grubb is trying to…
From the CEO’s desk – September 2026

From the CEO's desk

September 2026 - Ontario grain farmers play a major role in Canada’s food export success, but continued growth depends on policies that support risk management, innovation, and market access. As summer winds down and corn and soybean harvest…
Redefining growth: The strongest farms grow with discipline, resilience, and long-term profitability in mind

Conversations with business experts

September 2026 - Q: Has today’s economic environment changed how farmers should think about growth? A: Growth is still an important part of building a successful farm business, but the definition of growth has changed. In the past,…

September 2026

Ontario wheat reaches new heights

Field Observations

Can grain be grown without synthetic inputs?

Drones can increase cover cropping options

Where crop protection products are put to the test

Farm safety can’t stand still

Put agriculture on the municipal election agenda

EU residue rules raise questions for Ontario grain exports

How much broadcast potash fertilizer is safe for soybeans?

Robots, research help farmers rethink nitrogen management

From the CEO’s desk – September 2026

Redefining growth: The strongest farms grow with discipline, resilience, and long-term profitability in mind

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Weed control tips

From the CEO’s desk – October 2026

GrainTALK Newsletter

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September 2026

Ontario wheat reaches new heights

Field Observations

Can grain be grown without synthetic inputs?

Drones can increase cover cropping options

Where crop protection products are put to the test

Farm safety can’t stand still

GrainTALK newsletter – GrainTALK for September 2026

Put agriculture on the municipal election agenda

EU residue rules raise questions for Ontario grain exports

How much broadcast potash fertilizer is safe for soybeans?

Robots, research help farmers rethink nitrogen management

From the CEO’s desk – September 2026

Redefining growth: The strongest farms grow with discipline, resilience, and long-term profitability in mind

Recommended:

Weed control tips

From the CEO’s desk – October 2026