25 ONTARIO GRAIN FARMER were asking for. He says the additional work to participate in the verification program is minimal. “If you’re already growing IP soybeans, you’re likely already doing most of the work required to be part of the sustainability program.” PROVING PRODUCTION PRACTICES Three Canadian export companies are participating in the sustainable verification program, with farmers enrolled in the program through these exporters. “If you want to participate in the program and are currently growing IP soybeans, talk to the company you are growing for to see if they have a market for sustainable soy,” says Persall. He also recommends that farmers interested in but not growing IP soybeans consider looking into IP soybeans to see if they are a fit for their farm. “The recent Indo-Pacific trade mission showed me that there is a big demand for IP soybeans in the world, and Canada has an opportunity to increase our portion of the food-grade The recent Indo-Pacific trade mission showed me that there is a big demand for IP soybeans in the world, and Canada has an opportunity to increase our portion of the food-grade market. APRIL/MAY 2024 market. The Sustainable Canadian Soy verification program can help us get there.” Vincent believes verification programs are a valuable opportunity for the agricultural industry, providing opportunities to work together and demonstrate the production practices Canadian farmers are proud of. “It’s important the rest of the world knows the progressive practices and standards we follow on the backroads of Ontario and what it takes to deliver the highest quality soybeans.”• Got empty seed and pesticide bags? Start returning them May 1. Cleanfarms’ collection program helps producers manage empty agricultural small and large bulk bags. TAKE THEM BACK TO YOUR AG RETAILER FOR SAFE DISPOSAL BEGINNING MAY 1. • Get free Cleanfarms collection bags from ag retailers. • Place small empty bags into collection bags; to avoid dust, don’t shake; tie bags. • Flatten & fold large bulk bags (100kg) into bundles of 5 or 6. Tie with twine. • Return full collection bags and bundles to ag retailers. Thank you for helping to keep empty ag bags out of landfill and the environment. Find a collection location near you at csmap.cleanfarms.ca info@cleanfarms.ca @cleanfarms CLEANFARMS ALSO COLLECTS OTHER EMPTY AG PLASTIC CONTAINERS FOR RECYCLING AND SAFE DISPOSAL. CHECK FOR DETAILS. LEARN MORE CFARMS_24-010_East_Corn_GrainFarmersofOn_7-125x4-875_E.pdf 1 2024-02-22 8:45 AM
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