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SUMMARY:Improving Grassland Bird Habitat on Farms
DESCRIPTION:Grassland bird species at risk\, such as bobolink\, eastern meadowlark\, and grasshopper sparrow\, rely on agricultural grasslands in Ontario for nesting. These species nest directly on the ground and need cover from vegetation to protect nests and young. Bird Ecology and Conservation Ontario\, a small non-profit organization\, collaborates with farmers and landowners to study nesting grassland birds in agricultural landscapes. Join us and a panel of farmers and grassland bird stewards for a roundtable discussion about how you can manage vegetation to attract grassland birds and improve nesting habitat on your property. Speakers will share their experience with creating and maintaining hayfields and pastures suitable for grassland bird nesting. The discussion will focus on practical information and strategies to establish and maintain tall dense vegetation for nesting bobolink\, for example through overseeding\, grazing\, and soil amendments. Participants will also be encouraged to share their experiences with creating and managing nesting habitat for grassland birds. Course fee is $20.00. Please RSVP to info@greyagservices.ca.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/improving-grassland-bird-habitat-on-farms/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Funding Program Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:It is difficult to keep track of all of the initiatives and programs that farmers can take advantage of.  We have gathered the experts from ALUS Grey Bruce\, Grey Sauble Conservation Authority\, Ducks Unlimited\, OMAFA\, OSCIA\, Agriculture Credit Corporation\, Feeder Finance\, Stewardship Grey Bruce\, Grey County and Georgian College to give you a clear and concise summary of the funding opportunities that they offer. Course fee is $20.00. Please RSVP to info@greyagservices.ca.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/funding-program-opportunities/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Getting Out Alive – A Pathway Through Lambing Season
DESCRIPTION:How to prepare your ewes for a successful lambing season and trouble to look out for. Course fee is $20.00. Please RSVP to info@greyagservices.ca by at least 2 days prior to the workshop. This course will be led by Dr. Chris Buschbeck of Markdale Veterinary Services and offered in-person at Grey Ag Services and online through Zoom.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/getting-out-alive-a-pathway-through-lambing-season/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Why Farm Insurance Matters: A Crucial Investment
DESCRIPTION:In this course\, you’ll explore the vital role of farm and rural insurance packages and how they can support the growth of your operation. Discover practical tools for managing risks\, choose the coverage that fits your needs\, and clear up common misconceptions\, all with insights tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities of rural Ontario. Please attend with your questions. Representatives from Trillium Mutual\, Howick Mutual and Edge Mutual Insurance Companies will all be on hand to present the topic. Course fee is $20.00. Please RSVP to info@greyagservices.ca.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/why-farm-insurance-matters-a-crucial-investment/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Regenerative Agriculture 101
DESCRIPTION:What is it?  Why are we talking about it?  How does one ‘do’ it? Join Grey Ag Services for this interactive workshop to find out! Course fee is $20.00 and can be attended in-person at Grey Ag Services\, or online through Zoom. Please RSVP to info@greyagservices.ca by at least 2 days prior to the workshop.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/regenerative-agriculture-101/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian 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. The course will be led by Tom Wright (Dairy Cattle Specialist)\, Cynthia Miltenburg (Lead Veterinarian\, Animal Health and Welfare)\, Christoph Wand (Livestock Sustainability Specialist)\, and Angie Wilson (Dairy Specialist)\, all of OMAFA. Course fee is $20.00. Please RSVP to info@greyagservices.ca by at least 2 days prior to the workshop.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/building-for-the-future-considerations-for-new-dairy-barns/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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SUMMARY:Crop Plans for Success\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Let’s discuss what was learned from 2024 and see how to apply that to crop plans in 2025. This is your opportunity to ‘pick the brains of Deb Campbell (Agronomy Advantage) and Carrie Davenport (Georgian View Ag Services). Don’t miss this opportunity! Course fee is $20.00. Please RSVP to info@greyagservices.ca. This workshop will be offered in-person at Grey Ag Services and online through Zoom.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/crop-plans-for-success-2025/
LOCATION:Grey Ag Services\, 206 Toronto St S\, Markdale\, Ontario\, N0C 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Georgian Central
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