June 2026 - Oats provide an excellent opportunity to diversify crop rotations. When managed well, they can be both productive and profitable for Ontario growers. The success of an oat crop is a function of variety selection, management…

April 2026 - With support from the Grain Farmers of Ontario, an Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA)-led project tested 95 fields for herbicide-resistant weeds in 2025. KEY FINDINGS FROM THE PROJECT Group 5 resistance: Waterhemp:…

March 2026 - WHAT ARE CLOSED TRANSFER SYSTEMS? Closed Transfer Systems (CTS) are designed to move pesticides from their original containers into sprayers without exposing operators or the environment. For small-format jugs, these systems use specialized caps and…

February 2026 - Livestock farmers have always recognized the value of manure in building soil fertility and supporting crop production. Historically, crop producers without access to this resource have looked on with envy. Today, though, a wide range…

December 2025 - Fertilizer prices have been trending up recently, particularly phosphorous (P). Last time fertilizer prices rose significantly (~2022) crop prices saw a similar rise. This time however, crop prices have remained more muted. A squeeze on…

November 2025 - Managing crop diseases effectively is key to protecting yield and maximizing profitability. The Crop Protection Network (CPN), which Grain Farmers of Ontario has previously supported, has launched a powerful new resource, “The Crop Disease Forecasting…