Lessons from harder times
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A REMINDER THAT LAND VALUES CAN CHANGE age teaches widsom, at least to those willing to learn. With the current high price of land, now might be a good time for younger farmers to turn…
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Cropside: Minimizing risk
AGRONOMIC INFORMATION FROM ONTARIO'S CROP SPECIALISTS
- With Melody Robinson, Peter Sikkema, and François Tardif TANK MIXING AND CROP INJURY IN WINTER WHEAT how do i minimize the risk of crop injury in winter wheat when I tank-mix herbicides with fungicides? •… -
Future of grain
- HIGHLIGHTING THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY IN GRAIN PRODUCTION AND UTILIZATION Latest technology from John Deere John Deere is introducing mounting brackets and attachments to make it easier and more convenient for producers to have hands-free access… -
Breaking the genetic law
- AN UNUSUAL DISCOVERY ABOUT SOYBEAN ROOT ROT soybean root rot is known as one of the most destructive diseases facing Ontario growers. Despite decades of research projects focused on studying the disease, the root rot… -
Why herbicides fail
- THE IMPORTANCE OF A WEED MANAGEMENT STRATEGY As glyphosate-resistant weeds become an issue in Ontario, farmers are trying to incorporate more herbicide modes of action into their weed control programs. Unfortunately, some of them are… -
GFO Newsletter for April 2013
- GET THE LATEST NEWS FROM GRAIN FARMERS OF ONTARIO On the road in March The March Classic wasn’t the only event that kept Grain Farmers of Ontario staff and directors busy during the month of… -
In the news
- NEWS BITES THAT MATTER BASF registers new herbicide for glyphosate-tolerant soybeans Growers looking to maximize yields in their glyphosate-tolerant soybeans now have a new herbicide in their arsenal. BASF Canada has announced that the Pest… -
Working together to protect bees
- BMPS FOR THIS PLANTING SEASON as the 2013 corn planting season approaches, CropLife Canada is encouraging the entire agricultural community to work together to ensure farmers are able to successfully plant a good crop, while… -
The evolution of tiling technology
- HOW AMERICAN FARMERS ARE ADDRESSING N RUNOFF Nearly 200 years after US farmers began installing subsurface drainage, tiling practices are evolving to help address new agronomic issues such as nitrate loss from runoff. Tiling is… -
Nutrients and micronutrients
- THE 4 R’S many of you have heard of the concept of the 4 R’s of nutrient stewardship. The R’s represent the right fertilizer source at the right rate, at the right time and in…
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Weed control tips
FALL MANAGEMENT
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Many farmers have witnessed the value of applying herbicides in the fall for the management of winter annual and biennial/perennial weeds (Figure 1). Often, they will see both a reduction in density and a delay…
From the CEO’s desk – June/July 2026
From the CEO's desk
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Agriculture is built on more than the crops we grow. It’s built on the people willing to step forward, to learn, and most importantly, to lead. A strong farm sector needs strong leaders, and that’s…