Make agriculture count: 2016 Census of Agriculture By Rejean Pommainville, Director, Ontario Federation of Agriculture Canada’s 2016 Census of Agriculture is fast approaching. In early May, farmers will have the opportunity to participate in an important data-collection exercise that will provide insight into Canadian agriculture. Conducted every five years, the census provides a historical record…
Essex County Farm Safety Annual Meeting
The Essex County Farm Safety Association will be holding their Annual Meeting on Wednesday, March 30 at Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens. The buffet dinner will begin at 6 pm with the meeting to follow at 7pm in the Willow Room. The cost is $15 per person. Come out and get updates on safety and visit with…
FIRST AID WORKSHOP FOR FARMERS
The Essex County Federation of Agriculture is planning a First Aid Workshop for members. This First Aid Level C with AED training is recognized by WSIB. The two day workshop is being held on April 5 and 6 and the cost is $110 per person. The spaces are very limited so if you are interested…
Farm Safety Plans 7th Annual Farmers Night
The Essex County Farm Safety Association is hosting their 7th annual, free farmer’s evening on Tuesday, March 15th at the Essex Civic Centre from 7-9 pm. This event is in conjunction with Agriculture Safety Week that is recognized across Canada. This year, the evening will consist of 3 short workshops covering different topics of interest….
ECFA Annual Meeting
The Essex County Federation of Agriculture will be holding their Annual Meeting on Tuesday, December 1 in the Council Chambers of the Essex Civic Centre at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will include a review of the past year’s activities, constitutional review/amendments, the election of directors as well as the election of the executive that will represent…