Improved mental health services must reach into rural Ontario
March 5, 2020
As an agricultural industry, we are making significant strides in breaking down barriers and stigma around mental health. Dr. Andria Bitton-Jones and her PhD student,... ...read more
GRCA making tree planting easy this spring
March 5, 2020
To The Haldimand Press There may still be snow on the ground, but watershed residents can get a jump on ordering trees from the Grand... ...read more
FCC AgriSpirit Fund now open for applications
March 5, 2020
To The Haldimand Press Farm Credit Canada (FCC) is now accepting applications from registered charities and non-profit organizations in rural Canada for the FCC AgriSpirit... ...read more
The sweetest smell on earth: an experience for your senses
February 27, 2020
By Jillian Zynomirski The Haldimand Press DUNNVILLE—A smell can trigger various memories. It can be good, or it can be bad. It can be strong,... ...read more
Rail blockade another blow to agri-food sector
February 27, 2020
By Keith Currie, President, OFA The second rail service interruption in a matter of months is creating serious economic, social, and animal welfare concerns for ...read more
Bill 163 puts Food Day Ontario on the calendar
February 27, 2020
To The Haldimand Press Ontarians will now have a day dedicated to local food – Food Day Ontario – thanks to a private member’s bill... ...read more
GRCA: High-moderate risk of Grand River flooding this spring
February 27, 2020
To The Haldimand Press The overall flood risk in the Grand River watershed this spring is moderate to high, with the highest risk for flooding... ...read more
Yearly banquet hosted by the HFA to take place at the end of the month
February 20, 2020
By Mike Renzella The Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—The Haldimand Federation of Agriculture’s (HFA) 79th annual banquet is approaching fast. The event is scheduled to take place... ...read more
There’s still time to apply for Community Conservation Grants
February 20, 2020
To The Haldimand Press HALDIMAND—Applications are being accepted for grants for schoolyard and community environmental projects offered by the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) and... ...read more
OFA opposes residential severances on prime ag land
February 20, 2020
Land use planning and the policies governing it are of keen interest to the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) and our farming members – primarily... ...read more
