Join the conversation! Visit www.gfo.ca/GrainTALK for news, updates, and information for Grain Farmers of Ontario farmer-members. Canada in Asia conference Building relationships with growing economies outside the U.S. has never been more important. Food security is especially important in Asia, where the majority of soy exports go, and is an important strength for Canada. These themes converged at the third annual Canada in Asia Conference, where 700 people from across government and industry gathered in Singapore. The importance of innovation to food security and what innovation is important to Canadian farms was the focus of a session where Jeff Barlow, Grain Farmers of Ontario director of District 6 (Elgin, Norfolk) and Soy Canada, participated. The conference also provided the opportunity to meet directly with senior diplomats such as Canada’s Ambassador to China, Canada’s Ambassador to India, and the head of the Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-food Office, who are key partners in advancing Soy Canada’s market access and market development efforts in the region. ONTARIO GRAIN FARMER GRAIN TALK 17 National Farm Crisis Line 24/7, Confidential Help When You Need It Most 1-866-FARMS01. In February, the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing announced the launch of the National Farmer Wellness Network to provide confidential mental health assistance to Canadian farmers, their families, and agricultural workers. This service is built for the agricultural community, offering free crisis support to: • Farmers – Independent producers, ranchers, and growers across Canada. • Farm Families – Spouses, relatives, and dependents of farmers (on or off the farm). • Farm Employees – Anyone working on a farm in a paid capacity. • Spouses & Dependents of Farm Employees – Family members who may also feel the impact of farm stress. • Callers must be 16 years or older. Youth aged 12-15 may use the service with parental consent. For more information, visit www.ccaw.ca/national-farmer-wellness-network/. Farms and Fuels Alliance launches Grain Farmers of Ontario has partnered with Greenfield Global and Alco Group to form the Farms & Fuel Alliance (FFA). The Alliance unites Canada's ethanol producers and grain farmers to drive economic growth and rural revitalization. Focused on smart policy development that recognizes Canadian innovation, FFA is dedicated to unleashing the full potential of our nation’s homegrown biofuels for the sake of our farms, our fuels, and our future. Farmers and ethanol producers are a cornerstone of Canada’s economy, fueling growth in rural communities and driving investment in sustainable energy solutions. The Farms and Fuels Alliance unites industry leaders to ensure policies to unlock the full potential of homegrown biofuels and secure a thriving future for Canada’s agricultural and sustainable fuel sectors. Visit www.farmsandfuelsalliance.com to learn more.
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