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What your fields taught you about disease in 2026

Agronomic information from Ontario's crop specialists

November 2026 - As another harvest season wraps up, farmers are turning their attention to 2027 seed decisions. While yield is important, take time to evaluate which diseases were present in your ﬁelds. Some of the best information…
AI in agronomy: A tool, not a replacement

Applications are expected to be signiﬁcant, but slow and steady

November 2026 - Crop advisors see the greatest near-term value in using AI to manage data, streamline workﬂows, and improve access to information, while stressing that reliable inputs, sound agronomy, and human judgment remain essential. Artiﬁcial intelligence (AI)…
Building an emergency fund for your farm

How much to save, where to keep it, and when to use it

November 2026 - Q: HOW DO YOU DEFINE AN EMERGENCY FUND FOR A FARM BUSINESS? A: An emergency fund is money set aside speciﬁcally for the unexpected – cash that’s available when something urgent threatens the day-to-day operation…
Farm work takes a toll

Small changes can help farmers reduce pain from vibration, prolonged sitting, and repetitive tasks

November 2026 - Frequent movement, proper lifting techniques, healthy habits, and early treatment can help farmers prevent injuries and protect their long-term health. Farming has long been recognized as one of Canada’s most dangerous occupations in terms of…
Closures and mergers pose a risk for ag-tech

What farmers should weigh before investing in ag-tech equipment and services

November 2026 - When ag-tech companies fail or change hands, farmers can be left with unsupported equipment, disrupted services, and costly decisions about what comes next. Chuck Baresich liked his fully electric, autonomous tractor. Now, with the parent…
GrainTALK newsletter – GrainTALK for November 2026

An update on Grain Farmers of Ontario news and events

November 2026 - Grains in Action 2027: Registration now open Ready to explore where Ontario grain goes beyond the farm gate? Registration is now open for the 2027 Grains in Action Tour, an immersive leadership and learning experience…
Gene editing races to stay ahead of crop disease

New tools help crops keep pace with evolving threats

November 2026 - From disease-resistant hybrids to spray-on RNA, new tools could help breeders respond faster, but no single technology can solve every crop challenge. Depending on the speciﬁc tools and methods, the term “genetic modiﬁcation” has created…
Building markets through relationships

Japanese and Taiwanese buyers visit Ontario to see how soybeans make their way from the farm to global food processors

November 2026 - Strong buyer relationships and ﬁrsthand market insights help Ontario soybean growers protect premium markets and respond to evolving customer needs. For Ontario soybean farmers, Japan and Taiwan are more than points on a map. They…
Putting farm robotics to the test

Event highlights challenges, potential, and networking opportunities

November 2026 - The AIVA network is testing farm technologies in real-world conditions to help farmers make informed investments. A growing community of farmers, researchers, facilitators, and innovators are partnering to validate new agricultural technologies on farms across…
From the CEO’s desk – November 2026

From the CEO's desk

November 2026 - Meaningful collaboration is essential to turn advocacy, research, innovation, trade, and market access priorities into practical, long-term opportunities for Ontario grain farmers. In the last month, farmers have been working through soybean harvest, planting winter…