Join the conversation Visit www.gfo. ca/GrainTALK for news, updates, and information for Grain Farmers of Ontario farmer-members. GRAIN TALK 21 ONTARIO GRAIN FARMER Inbound Trade Missions In July, Grain Farmers of Ontario hosted a delegation of African millers from Nigeria, Ghana, Mozambique, and Uganda to showcase the quality of Ontario-grown Canadian Eastern Soft Red Winter (CESRW) wheat. The visit was part of a week-long Technical Exchange program organized by Cereals Canada. In September, Japanese customers who are highly invested in the quality and consistency of Canadian soybeans visited Canada. Members of the Japan Tofu Association were hosted by Soy Canada and Grain Farmers of Ontario to see firsthand how Canadian soybean varieties are developed, how soybeans are grown, and how the Canadian export and processing system works. The incoming delegation included representatives from Japan’s top tofu makers, food manufacturers, and importers. Grains in Action Grain Farmers of Ontario’s popular young farmer program for those aged 19-35 will be held February 9-12, 2026. Grains in Action is a tour-based program, with stops that highlight the different aspects of the grain value chain. Tour stops in 2026 include the Port of Hamilton, Solio, G3, LAC, the St. Lawrence Seaway, Ingredion, JP Wisers, ADM, and Pride Seeds. Grain Farmers of Ontario covers the complete cost of the program, including meals, bus transportation to tours, and hotels. A $100 refundable deposit, returned after completion of the program, will hold your space. Young farmers who are enrolled in college/university with the intent of working on the farm after graduation; or those who have been actively farming for a couple of years and are looking to learn more about the grain industry and Grain Farmers of Ontario. For more information or to register, visit www.gfo.ca/about/grains-in-action/.
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