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SUMMARY:East Central Farm Show
DESCRIPTION:East Central Soil and Crop Improvement Association \n45th East Central Farm Show in the Commonwell Exhibition Building \n2026 Soil and Crop members FREE
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/east-central-farm-show-3/
LOCATION:Lindsay Fairgrounds\, Lindsay\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:East Central
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SUMMARY:Building for the Future: Considerations for New Dairy Barns
DESCRIPTION:Dairy farms with aging barns that are close to outlasting their intended lifespan present producers with opportunities to renew their housing. The decision to invest in the future brings many options into focus. This presentation will examine the process and discuss features that producers may want to consider as options to include. This course aims to discuss cow comfort considerations and future opportunities such as manure handling for future co-products\, in-barn technology options\, creating efficiencies for labour and tips for the planning process. Presented by Cynthia Miltenburg\, Angie Wilson\, Christoph Wand\, Tom Wright of OMAFA. Attend in-person at Grey Ag Services in Markdale\, cost is $20.00 per person.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/building-for-the-future-considerations-for-new-dairy-barns-2/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Separating the Grain from the Chaff in Soil Health and Regenerative Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will cover a combination of topics\, evaluating claims about building soil organic matter\, using natural processes to replace synthetic fertilizer inputs\, biological products\, and crop biodiversity – especially cover crops. Dr. Andrew McGuire from Washington State University looks forward to exploring soil health and regenerative farming ideas\, and hearing your thoughts on the topic too. The webinar is $12.00 per person\, but free for members of the Ontario Soil & Crop Improvement Association. Email info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca to register.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/separating-the-grain-from-the-chaff-in-soil-health-and-regenerative-agriculture/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T190000
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SUMMARY:Learn & Practice 5 Basic Hand Stitches for Mending or Sewing Clothes
DESCRIPTION:Mending is a way of repairing clothes and household items. Being able to mend clothes and other items extends their life and saves money. Join Valerie Cheaney of Simply Farmshed for this very practical workshop and gain new skills! Attend in-person at Grey Ag Services in Markdale\, cost is $20.00 per person. Email info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca to register.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/learn-practice-5-basic-hand-stitches-for-mending-or-sewing-clothes/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Raising Rabbits
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will span an introduction to rabbit ranching. Major topics will include: How to identify the sex of a young rabbit – they are not all females!\, Cost of production – what does it cost to raise a rabbit to market?\, Code of Practice – staying within the rules\, and Marketing – where do the rabbits go? Following Michelle Sanders’ presentation we will move into a question period. She says\, Ask anything – I will try to answer! The session is available for attendance in-person at Grey Ag Services or online through Zoom\, cost is $20.00 per person. Email info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca to register.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/raising-rabbits/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Modernizing your Dairy Barn: Financial Aspects and Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Modernizing your barn will require many decisions about building and financing your new facility. OMAFA dairy specialists Cynthia Miltenburg\, Angie Wilson\, Christoph Wand\, Tom Wright and Cam Mock from FCC will present on key topics related to facility choices and financing\, respectively.  After lunch\, the group will visit a local dairy farm that has modernized to discuss their own experiences\, ask questions and learn how to conduct an objective farm visit and to assess design aspects for your own needs. Attend in-person at the Durham Town Hall\, cost is $40.00 per person\, including lunch. Email info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca to register.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/modernizing-your-dairy-barn-financial-aspects-and-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Thunder Bay SCIA Spring Farm Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Thunder Bay Spring Farm Conference\nDate: March 24-26\, 2026 \nLocation: Fort William Historical Park\, 1350 King Road\, Thunder Bay \n\nOver 30 exhibitors\nTwo full days of speakers\nBeef-focused night\n\n*This event is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the  Nitrogen Management and Rotational Grazing Categories
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/thunder-bay-spring-farm-conference/
LOCATION:Fort William Historical Park
CATEGORIES:Conference,Event,KSE,Local Event,Nitrogen Management,North Western Ontario,Provincial,Regional Event,Rotational Grazing Systems,Thunder Bay
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SUMMARY:Economics of Feeding Beef Calves
DESCRIPTION:Explore effective methods for calculating and monitoring the costs associated with feeding beef calves\, including calf purchases\, feed expenses and overhead costs. This workshop will be led by Steve Duff\, John Molenhuis and James Byrne of OMAFA. Attend in-person at Grey Ag Services in Markdale\, cost is $40.00 per person\, including lunch. Email info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca to register.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/economics-of-feeding-beef-calves/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:In The Know
DESCRIPTION:In the Know is a mental health literacy program designed specifically for farmers\, their families and those who are involved and/or support the agriculture sector. Through this free\, four-hour workshop\, participants will cover the topics of stress\, depression\, anxiety\, substance use and how to start a conversation around mental well-being. This workshop is facilitated by Jackie Ralph from CMHA Grey Bruce\, using ‘real-life’ examples from agriculture. Email info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca to register.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/in-the-know/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T190000
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SUMMARY:Small Space\, Big Impact
DESCRIPTION:Small gardens don’t have to be boring! Let Ann Joyner and Tory Bowman from Grey County Master Gardeners teach you basic design principles as they apply to small spaces. Whether you want to create privacy\, incorporate native plants\, create four-season interest or make a low-maintenance display\, you can make a beautiful garden in whatever space you have available. Attend in-person at Grey Ag Services in Markdale\, cost is $20.00 per person. Email info@greyagservices.ca or go to www.greyagservices.ca to register.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/small-space-big-impact/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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