GRAIN TALK 19 ONTARIO GRAIN FARMER Lambton County votes down rezoning proposal near Cargill Sarnia terminal Last month, Grain Farmers of Ontario Vice-Chair Julie Maw presented to Lambton County Council a compelling case for the value and importance of the Cargill Sarnia Grain Terminal to grain farmers in the region and across Ontario, and the need to protect this facility for generations to come. Following her presentation and others, Lambton County Council voted against the proposed rezoning of land near the terminal, which would have allowed for the construction of a 14-storey residential building within 100 metres of the terminal. This is one of three properties around the Cargill terminal that are currently being considered for development. Grain Farmers of Ontario is hopeful this vote by Lambton County Council will strengthen Cargill’s case for a Minister’s Zoning Order (MZO) that would protect the terminal from further incompatible development around the facility. Grain Farmers of Ontario welcomes Alco Energy Grain Farmers of Ontario hosted Alco Energy to discuss Ontario corn production, sustainability, and emerging market opportunities, including potential demand from European processors seeking alternative corn supplies. Alco highlighted Grain Farmers of Ontario as a strong partner in connecting Ontario farmers with evolving market opportunities and providing key insight on farming production practices for domestic and international customers. Ben Rosser, corn specialist with OMAFA, also joined the discussion to provide insight into the 2026 growing year. Sam Oosterhoff appointed new Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness In a cabinet shuffle last month, Ontario Premier Doug Ford has appointed Sam Oosterhoff, MPP for Niagara West, as Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. Oosterhoff replaces Trevor Jones, who has been appointed Ontario's new Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. Grain Farmers of Ontario thanks Minister Jones for his service and looks forward to working with Minister Oosterhoff to advance the issues and priorities that matter to Ontario’s grain farmers. • Attention cereal rye growers Do you grow and harvest cereal rye in Ontario? Register to stay informed and help shape the future of cereal rye opportunities. Your registration will ensure you receive updates and have the opportunity to provide input as Grain Farmers of Ontario explores expanding its mandate to include cereal rye. Register here: www.gfo.ca/cereal-rye-growers
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