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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260324
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T150000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T170231Z
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SUMMARY:Restoring Soils Using Annuals with Clayton Robins
DESCRIPTION:Grazing Management Strategies- Brussels Agri Services Ltd. \nRestoring Soils Using Annuals – Featuring Guest Speaker: CLAYTON ROBINS \nTUESDAY\, MARCH 24\, 2026\n6:30 PM Pie\, Coffee & Trade Show\nLearning Session\nSpecial gift for those in attendance by 6:45 PM\nRSVP BY MARCH 20\, 2026\nmelissa@brusselsagri.com | 1-877-887-9391 \nGrazingManagement-Handout-2026-Final (3) \n*this event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Rotational Grazing \n  \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/restoring-soils-using-annuals-with-clayton-robins/
LOCATION:BMG Community Centre\, 800 Sports Drive\, Brussels\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
ORGANIZER;CN="Brussels Agri Services Ltd.":MAILTO:tim@brusselsagri.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260319T224647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T224647Z
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SUMMARY:DSCIA Spring Update Meeting
DESCRIPTION:DSCIA would like to invite you to our Annual Spring Update Meeting to be held on Wednesday\, March 25 at 9:30am at the Chesterville Legion. Please see the attached agenda.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/dscia-spring-update-meeting/
LOCATION:Chesterville Legion\, 167 Queen St West NULL\, Chesterville\, 9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Dundas
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T111500
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
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SUMMARY:All Things Cover Crops: Meet-up with Ken Laing (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday March 25 @ 10:00 am – 11:15 am    Venue: Online\n\nKen will be hosting a meet-up all about cover crops. First\, he will highlight some of the many uses of cover crops on the farm\nincluding:\nweed control\nmaking some nutrients more available in the soil\nkeeping living roots in the soil\ncovering the soil to prevent erosion\nreducing soil temperature\nincreasing soil carbon for all the good things that produces\nand more!\nFollowing Ken’s short presentation\, the conversation will open to participant questions and ideas to share. \nFor more information and to REGISTER click HERE \n*This event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Cover Cropping
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/all-things-cover-crops-meet-up-with-ken-laing-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,Event,KSE
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario (EFAO)":MAILTO:info@efao.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
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SUMMARY:Halton Peel Soil and Crop Improvement Association Spring Shop Meeting
DESCRIPTION:March 25 2026\, 12 PM More Information HERE \nLunch provided by Maple Lodge Farms \n1-3 pm Program: \n\nJohanna Follings – Cereal specialist OMAFA and Allan Thompson – Ontario’s YEN (yield enhancement network) for winter wheat\nRiley McConachie – PhD candidate – AI to better use data gleaned from the YEN project and other practical uses\nRobert McClure – The Emily Project – using 911 numbers for farmland with no residences\nGreg Kitching – Updating the biosolids project\n\n\nFree to HPSCIA members\n$10 for non-members\nBring a Lawn Chair\n\nPlease RSVP to Barb Parker bm1parker@gmail.com or 519-856-9255 by March 22 2026 \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/halton-peel-soil-and-crop-improvement-association-spring-shop-meeting/
LOCATION:Will Brander’s shop\, 13326 Heritage Rd\, Terra Cotta\, ON\, L7C 1T4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Halton,Local Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260320T204134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T154255Z
UID:10003305-1774465200-1774472400@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Kerr Farms Soil Health Shop Night
DESCRIPTION:Kerr Farms Soil Health Shop Night \nA farmer – farmer conversation about what’s actually working on our farms” \nWednesday March 25th\, 2026 \n7:00 Pm – 9:00 Pm \n*this event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Cover Cropping and Nitrogen Management \n  \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/kerr-farms-soil-health-shop-night/
LOCATION:BMG Community Centre\, 800 Sports Drive\, Brussels\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,Event,KSE,Nitrogen Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T143000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260127T155445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T155445Z
UID:10003265-1774519200-1774535400@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
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:20260330T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260224T150334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T160159Z
UID:10003287-1774879200-1774882800@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:March Manure Mondays 2026 - Organic Amendments and Contaminants (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Register with link  or call 1-877-424-1300 \nOrganic amendments provide many nutrient and soil health benefits. Mike Lishman (Biogenie)\, Dr. Scott Mabury (U of T) and Dr. Ryan Prosser (U of G) will discuss the significance of contaminants (PFAS) with respect to impact on soil and plant uptake \nMarch Manure Mondays 2026 Poster \n*this event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Nitrogen Management
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/march-manure-mondays-2026-organic-amendments-and-contaminants-virtual/
LOCATION:..
CATEGORIES:KSE,Nitrogen Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260127T155630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T155630Z
UID:10003266-1774983600-1774989000@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260228T160525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T221354Z
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SUMMARY:Durham Soil and Crop Improvement Association Spring Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come see Ken Ferrie speak at the Durham Soil and Crop Spring meeting on April 9th at the Lindsay Fairgrounds. \nKen started Crop-Tech Consulting in Heyworth\, Illinois and focus is on integrating a systems approach to farming. This includes soil testing yield mapping\, variable rating\, insect and disease monitoring\, bug clinics\, thermal imagery and technical support for most of the top brands of both equipment and software. \nKen and his team of Crop-Tech Agronomists travel around the country giving presentations on how to implement a systems approach as well as sharing their knowledge through the weekly Boots In The Field Report podcast and as the independent agronomist for Farm Journal articles. \n*this event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Nitrogen Management
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/durham-soil-and-crop-improvement-association-spring-meeting/
LOCATION:Lindsay Fairgrounds\, 50 Exhibition Dr\, Lindsay\, ON\, Lindsay\, Ontario\, K9V 0J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Durham,KSE,Nitrogen Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260330T155203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T155203Z
UID:10003307-1775761200-1775764800@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Bale Grazing Webinar (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Bale Grazing Webinar\n\n\nApril 9 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n\nBale grazing webinar with Dean Cober\, Chris Moore\, and Christine O’Reilly from OMAFA \nGet tips and tricks from Ontario Grazing Mentors on extending your grazing season with bale grazing. \nThis webinar is FREE. Register HERE \n\n*this event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Rotational Grazing Systems
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/bale-grazing-webinar-virtual/
LOCATION:..
CATEGORIES:KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260325T172327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T172327Z
UID:10003306-1776072600-1776081600@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Hamilton-Wentworth Sprayer Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Hamilton-Wentworth Sprayer Clinic \nApr. 13: 9:30am-Noon (Ancaster) \n \nSessions include All About Adjuvants with Chris Roy (WinField)\, Nozzles 101 with Jason Deveau (OMAFA) and Using the Crop Protection Hub with Mike Cowbrough (OMAFA). Cost: $10 Members ($20 for non-Members). Includes lunch. RSVP by calling 905-973-8234 or emailing hamiltonwentworthsoilandcrop@gmail.com
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/hamilton-wentworth-sprayer-clinic/
LOCATION:Waycroft Farms\, 1354 Trinity Road S\, Ancaster\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Association,Hamilton-Wentworth
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Wentworth Soil & Crop":MAILTO:hamiltonwentworthsoilandcrop@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260401T133859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T133859Z
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SUMMARY:All About Adjuvants
DESCRIPTION:All About Adjuvants: Chris Roy – WinField\nNozzles 101: Jason Deveau – OMAFA\nUsing the Crop Protection Hub: Mike Cowbrough – OMAFA \n  \nApril 13th\, 2026 @Waycroft Farms -1354 Trinity Rd S\, Ancaster \nRSVP to hamiltonwentworthsoilandcrop@gmail.com\nor (905) 973-8234
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/all-about-adjuvants/
LOCATION:Waycroft Farms\, 1354 Trinity Road S\, Ancaster\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Association
ORGANIZER;CN="Hamilton Wentworth Soil & Crop":MAILTO:hamiltonwentworthsoilandcrop@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T141500
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260317T134026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T134026Z
UID:10003302-1776171600-1776176100@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Practical and Productive Vegetable Crop Rotations (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Practical and Productive Vegetable Crop Rotations\n\n \n\n\nTuesday April 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:15 pm  Online via Zoom – link will be sent to registrants\n\n\n\n\nDesigning an effective crop rotation is one of the most important – and challenging – parts of managing a diversified vegetable farm. Join us for an informal\, practical meet-up and discussion focused on how three ecological vegetable farms approach crop rotation planning and how they include and highlight cover crops to benefit their farms. \nThis session will feature short presentations from three experienced vegetable farmers – Jeff Boesch\, Stephanie Laing and Reid Allaway – who will each share how they design and manage rotations on their farms. They’ll discuss the goals that guide their planning (such as soil health\, pest and disease management\, labor efficiency\, and crop productivity)\, processes they use to build and adapt their rotations over time\, and share about some of the challenges in their current processes. \nFarmers will share how they integrate cover crops into their rotations\, including where and when they fit them into tight production schedules\, what species they rely on\, and how cover crops support soil fertility and long-term resilience on their farms. \nAfter the presentations\, we’ll open the conversation for a casual discussion among participants. This will be a chance to ask questions\, compare approaches\, and learn from each other. \nWhether you’re refining an existing rotation or building one from scratch\, this interactive session will offer practical ideas\, examples from working farms\, and space for meaningful knowledge sharing and exchange. \nThis event is offered in partnership with the Farmers for Climate Solutions’ Farm Resilience Mentorship Program (FaRM). \n\nJoin to learn more about creative ways to bring cover crops into your operation. For more information and to register\, CLICK HERE. \n*This event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Cover Cropping \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/practical-and-productive-vegetable-crop-rotations-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,Event,KSE
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario (EFAO)":MAILTO:info@efao.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260409T044613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T044613Z
UID:10003311-1776277800-1776286800@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Quinte SCIA Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is the regional AGM for Quinte SCIA\, representing the Hastings & Lennox and Addington\, Northumberland\, and Prince Edward County Soil & Crop Improvement Associations. If you’re a member through any of those locals\, this is your AGM. \n\nDate: Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026\nLocation: Codrington Community Centre\nTime: 6:30 p.m. (meeting starts at 7:00 sharp)\nPizza\, soft drinks\, and coffee will be provided. \n\nWhy attend \n\nQuick update on local activities and priorities\nOpportunity to get involved at the regional level\nUpdate on the Quinte Grassroots Research project with Trent University (pending)\n\n\nWe’ll cover: \n\nYear in review\nFinancials\nBoard elections (President\, Vice-President\, Secretary\, Provincial Director)\nPriorities for the coming year\n\n\nWe need a firm headcount for food. Reply by Monday\, April 13 (end of day) → Include your name and number attending in your email to QuinteSCIA@ontariosoilcrop.org
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/quinte-scia-annual-general-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Codrington Community Centre (Brighton)\, 2992 Highway 30 10km north of 401 ext 509\, Brighton\, 9
CATEGORIES:Quinte
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T155657Z
UID:10003308-1776279600-1776283200@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop Grazing Webinar (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\nApril 15 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n\nFind out how to extend your grazing season with cover crop grazing. This webinar features Ontario Grazing Mentors Birgit Martin\, Joe Dickenson\, and Mike Swidersky \nCost: FREE REGISTER HERE \n\n*this event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Rotational Grazing Systems
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/cover-crop-grazing-webinar-virtual/
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CATEGORIES:KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260316T193158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T193158Z
UID:10003301-1776886200-1776889800@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Profitable Pastures Webinar Series (Virtual) - Impact of grazing management on pathogen presence in livestock and the environment
DESCRIPTION:Profitable Pastures Webinar Series -Impact of grazing management on pathogen presence in livestock and the environment \nProfitable Pastures Webinar – April 22nd at 7:30pm EST \nWith Dr. Heather Murphy\nDr. Murphy will present results from a 3-year rotational grazing of beef cattle project where her team intensively studied 5 rotational farms and 4 conventional farms over 3 grazing seasons in southern Ontario. She will present findings on pathogen presence in soil\, water and cattle fecal samples and management factors that seemed to influence presence of pathogens in cattle environments. \nMore info at https://onforagenetwork.ca/ontario-forage-council/profitable-pastures/. \nProfitable pastures \n*This event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Rotational Grazing
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/profitable-pastures-webinar-series-virtual-impact-of-grazing-management-on-pathogen-presence-in-livestock-and-the-environment-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260501T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260501T163000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260227T160631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T170827Z
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SUMMARY:Electric Fencing for Rotational Grazing
DESCRIPTION:Electric Fencing for Rotational Grazing \nTopsy Farms will host a full-day Knowledge Share Event (KSE) focused on the practical design and installation of electric fencing systems to support effective rotational grazing. The event combines hands-on field instruction with technical seminar content to build producer capacity and strengthen on-farm grazing infrastructure. \nParticipation is free of charge – ferry fares to be covered upon request. Topsy Farms will provide pizza (including a vegetarian option) and drinking water. Gallagher Animal Management will provide coffee and donuts. \n1. Corner & Brace System Demonstrations (Field) \n2. Fence Planning & Layout (Field Session) \n3. Indoor Seminar (2 Hours) \n\nAdvanced rotational grazing system design\nInfrastructure efficiency and cost-effectiveness\nSoil health and pasture performance outcomes\nGrazing pressure management and resilience strategies\n\n4. Fence Installation & System Completion (Field) \nLearn more or register. \n*The Electric Fencing for Rotational Grazing is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.* \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/electric-fencing-for-rotational-grazing/
LOCATION:Topsy Farms\, 14775 Front Road\, Stella\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:KSE,Middlesex,Rotational Grazing Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260424T135452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T140507Z
UID:10003312-1780138800-1780144200@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Adaptive Multi-Paddock Grazing Field Tour
DESCRIPTION:Adaptive Multi-Paddock Grazing Field Tour \nDrover’s Way Farm – Perth\, ON. (11:00AM – 12:30PM) \nTour the fields of Drover’s Way Farm. With over 30 years of pasture-based sheep production\, Oliver & Sarah Loten manage 500+ sheep using adaptive multi-paddock grazing. Their system shows how strategic grazing can regenerate marginal land while maintaining flock productivity. \nSpaces are limited and registration is required. Bio-security protocols will be enforced. \nLearn more or register. \n*Adaptive Multi-Paddock Grazing Field Tour is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.* \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/adaptive-multi-paddock-grazing-field-tour/
LOCATION:Drover’s Way Farm\, 1161 Drummond Concession 1\, Perth\, Ontario\, K7H3C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ÉPC,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems,Systèmes de rotation des pâturages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260530T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260424T140424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T140424Z
UID:10003313-1780149600-1780155000@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Pasture Walk with Black Kreek Ranch
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nPasture Walk with Black Kreek Ranch \nBlack Kreek Farm – Lansdowne\, ON. (2:00PM – 3:30PM) \n2021 Mapleseed Pasture Award recipients\, Brad & Karen Davis\, manage over 1\,000 ewes on pasture using high-density rotational grazing\, pasture lambing\, and nutrient cycling to support healthy soils and productive livestock. Come tour the farm. Walk the fields\, see their grazing system in action\, and learn from one of Ontario’s leading pasture-based sheep producers. \nSpaces are limited and registration is required. Bio-security protocols will be enforced. \nLearn more or register. \n*Pasture Walk with Black Kreek Ranch is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.* \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/pasture-walk-with-black-kreek-ranch/
LOCATION:Black Kreek Ranch\, 1104 Kidd Road North\, Lansdowne\, Ontario\, K0E1L0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ÉPC,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems,Systèmes de rotation des pâturages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260603T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260507T182843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T182843Z
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SUMMARY:Brussels Agri Services Ltd Annual Pasture Walk and Talk
DESCRIPTION:Brussels Agri Services Ltd Annual Pasture Walk and Talk \nSTATION 1\nEarthworms with Keith Reid\, see a dug out cross section of Tim’s soil and the earthworm activity \nSTATION 2\nStump the Fencers with our own fencers\, Trevor Elliott\, Luke McCutcheon and James Clarke\, Gallagher Territory Rep\n• Learn how to test your fencer\, what voltage should you look for\, how to find a fault and question period \nSTATION 3\nProducer Perspective: Weighing Cattle for Profitability with Ken Shaus\, Shaus Land and Cattle\, Beef Producer\, Order Buyer\, and\nPerformance Advocate \nSTATION 4\nArrow Handling Equipment with Mark Firth\, Livestock Handling Specialist and Territory Manager at Arrow \nSTATION 5\nPasture to Prosperity: Dealing with Challenges on the Farm with Jody Durand Author of Country Boy Soul \n*Brussels Agri Services Ltd Annual Pasture Walk and Talk is an OSCIA-recognized Knowledge Sharing Event (KSE) for farmers with On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) projects in the Rotational Grazing category.* \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/brussels-agri-services-ltd-annual-pasture-walk-and-talk-2/
LOCATION:Grazing Meadows Wagyu\, 43085 Newry Rd.\, Brussels\, Ontario\, N0G 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:KSE,Middlesex,Rotational Grazing Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260608T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260608T131500
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260521T114418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T114418Z
UID:10003316-1780920000-1780924500@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Pasture Renovation: Meet-up with Ken Laing (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Pasture Renovation: Meet-up with Ken Laing (Virtual)\n\n \n\n\nMonday June 8 @ 12:00 pm – 1:15 pm Online via Zoom – link will be sent to registrants\n\n\n\n\nJoin longtime EFAO member Ken Laing of Orchard Hill Farm for this quarterly meet-up. This time\, he’ll host an insightful discussion about his proven strategies and hard-earned lessons on boosting pasture production. He will dive into his personal experiences\, sharing the why\, how\, and benefits of renovating pasture land and how to enhance this with rotational grazing strategies. Following Ken’s short presentation\, there will be lots of time for questions and discussion among participants. \nThis event is offered in partnership with the Farmers for Climate Solutions’ Farm Resilience Mentorship Program (FaRM). \n\nJoin to learn more about renovating pasture land and rotational grazing strategies. For more information and to register\, CLICK HERE. \n*This event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Rotational Grazing \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/pasture-renovation-meet-up-with-ken-laing-virtual/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ÉPC,Event,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems,Systèmes de rotation des pâturages
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario (EFAO)":MAILTO:info@efao.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260612T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260603T183630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T183630Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fencing Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Fencing Demo Day: \nJoin us June 12th for a Virtual Fencing Demo Day with Ontario Grazing Mentor Steve Martin. Learn more about Steve’s experience using the eShepherd collars and see what goes into managing the collar system. A rep from Brussels Agri Services will also be in attendance to answer your questions. \nWhen: Friday\, June 12\, 2026 from 1pm to 3pm \nWhere: Melancthon\, ON \nThe address will be sent out to registrants two days before the event. Do not use the location shown on this page. \nTake advantage of this opportunity to learn more about the Community Pastures Initiative. \nThis event is free but registration is required. To register CLICK HERE \n*This event will count towards the in-person component of the rotational grazing badge for CCAs and P.Ags. CEU for Crop Management (2.0). \nFunded under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership\, a federal-provincial-territorial-initiative\, and Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) – On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF) by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/virtual-fencing-demo-day/
LOCATION:Melanchton\, Melancthon\, Ontario\, L9V 2L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Association,Provincial,Research
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260613T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260511T151453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T151749Z
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SUMMARY:Demo Day at Grey Dufferin Community Pasture
DESCRIPTION:Demo Day at Grey Dufferin Community Pasture: \nJoin us on June 13th for a Demo Day at the Grey Dufferin Community Pasture. See fencing demonstrations from RAPPA and Range Ward\, as well as a drone seeding demonstration from Wonderfull Inc. \nAfter the demos\, lunch will be provided\, followed by a short tour of the pasture. \nThe address will be sent out to registrants two days before the event. \nAgenda: \n10am to 10:30am – Registration\, biosecurity (boot washing)\, and networking \n10:30am to 12pm – Demos \n12pm to 1pm – Lunch \n1pm to 2pm – Tour of the pasture \nTake advantage of this opportunity to learn more about the Community Pastures Initiative. This event is free but registration is required. For more information and to register\, CLICK HERE. \n*This event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Rotational Grazing
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/demo-day-at-grey-dufferin-community-pasture/
LOCATION:Grey Dufferin Community Pasture\, Melancthon\, Melancthon\, ON\, L9V 2L6\, Canada.\, Melancthon\, Ontario\, L9V 2L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ÉPC,Event,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems,Systèmes de rotation des pâturages
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260601T143816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T134518Z
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SUMMARY:Managing Nitrogen with Gerard Grubb
DESCRIPTION:Managing Nitrogen with Gerard Grubb\nJune 18 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm \nGerard Grubb farms with a low-till approach on a corn-soybean-wheat rotation near Walkerton. On June 18\, he’s opening his farm to walk through what he’s learning about nitrogen management — including results from his 2025 strip trials and what he has planned for 2026. \nWhat’s on the agenda: \n\nAdaptive Nitrogen Trials. OSN\, EFAO\, and FCS have partnered with farmers to run replicated strip trials on working farms. Gerard shares what his 2025 trial showed about nitrogen rate\, yield\, and profitability in corn following a cover crop — and how he’s taking it further in 2026.\nUpside Robotics — in the field. Upside is testing autonomous robots designed to increase the number of nitrogen splits\, potentially improving nitrogen efficiency and cutting labour. Come see them running.\nIn-field discussions and demonstrations (and coffee).\n\nMeet at Gerard’s shop — we’ll carpool to the field together. \nFree to attend. Open to all. For more information and to register CLICK HERE \nOrganized by Ontario Soil Network in partnership with EFAO\, FCS\, and Upside Robotics. \n*This event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Nitrogen Management.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/managing-nitrogen-with-gerard-grubb/
LOCATION:Gerard Grubb farms\, 585 Bruce County Rd 3\, Walkerton\, Ontario\, N0G 2V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ÉPC,Event,KSE,Nitrogen Management,Recours aux cultures de couverturev
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260521T125810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T125810Z
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SUMMARY:Field Day at Franklin Farm: Trials\, Transitions\, and Trade-offs
DESCRIPTION:Field Day at Franklin Farm: Trials\, Transitions\, and Trade-offs\n\n \n\n\nThursday June 18 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Online via Zoom – link will be sent to registrants\n\n\n\n\nLocated just five minutes from Lake Huron\, the 100-acre Franklin Farm consists of 50 arable acres\, 25 acres of pasture\, and a 25-acre riparian zone surrounding a creek and small waterways. Tom and Christine focus on managing the property’s diverse ecology with the help of a small cow calf herd and a 12-paddocks rotational grazing system. The arable acres are dedicated to growing organic grains and cover crops that continue to build the soil health across soil types that vary from heavy clay to sand. \nThis is a splendid opportunity to share insights into balancing a steep learning curve and a tight budget with a steadfast commitment to ecological health. \nCome dig into the nitty-gritty of small-scale farming\, including: \n\nThe Organic Transition: Navigating the organic certification process.\nRotational Grazing: Managing systems for cow-calf herds\, including fencing\, and water logistics.\nLessons in Cover Cropping: Discover what’s worked for soil health and what didn’t work for logistically.\nSmall-Scale Grains: Practical advice on marketing\, storage\, and choosing the right equipment without breaking the bank.\nKernza (Perennial wheat): Looking towards seed bulking for a future farmer-led research trial.\nOrganic No-Till soybeans: Find out how the first time planting soybeans into cereal rye is going.\nFarming for Biodiversity: Practical strategies for protecting Bobolink and Meadowlark nesting sites while maintaining a grazing rotation.\n\nIn the field: We’ll walk the fields to see the newly planted no-till organic soybeans\, check in on the winter wheat\, and observe the cow-calf herd during their early pasture rotation. \n\nJoin us for an afternoon at the Franklin farm as Tom shares the lessons from his early years of farming. For more information and to register\, CLICK HERE. \n*This event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP categories of Rotational Grazing and Cover Cropping \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/field-day-at-franklin-farm-trials-transitions-and-trade-offs/
LOCATION:Franklin Farm\, 1462 North line\, Kincardine\, Ontario\, N2Z 2X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ÉPC,Event,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems,Systèmes de rotation des pâturages
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario (EFAO)":MAILTO:info@efao.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T104500
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260601T142109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T142109Z
UID:10003322-1782208800-1782211500@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crops with Austin Bunch\, MSc\, CCA\, P.AG (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Cover Crops with Austin Bunch\, MSc\, CCA\, P.AG \n\n\nTuesday\, June 23 @ 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM \n\nFind out how cover cropping plans are essential for integrating cover crops into farming operations.  Focus in on the key points to consider when developing a cover cropping plan for successful cover cropping. Identify goals\, assess soil\, timing for planting\, and evaluation with a discussion open to all participants. \nCost: FREE REGISTER HERE \n\n*this live webinar event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Cover Cropping \nPlease note\, if a recording becomes available following the event\, viewing the recording will not be eligible towards KSE credit.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/cover-crops-with-austin-bunch-msc-cca-p-ag-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,ÉPC,Event,Gestion de l’azote,KSE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260623T114500
DTSTAMP:20260605T003424
CREATED:20260601T142048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T142048Z
UID:10003319-1782212400-1782215100@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Nitrogen Management with Danny Jefferies\, CCA (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Nitrogen Management with Danny Jefferies\, CCA \n\n\nTuesday\, June 23 @ 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM \n\nFind out how nitrogen management practices\, such as application timing\, rate\, placement\, and the use of precision and sensor-based technologies affect nutrient efficiency and nitrogen losses.  The webinar will include applied research findings\, best management practices\, and on-farm experiences related to nitrogen use efficiency with a discussion open to all participants. \nCost: FREE REGISTER HERE \n\n*this live webinar event is recognized as OSCIA OFCAF KSE under BMP category Nitrogen Management \nPlease note\, if a recording becomes available following the event\, viewing the recording will not be eligible towards KSE credit.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/nitrogen-management-with-danny-jefferies-cca-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:ÉPC,Event,KSE,Nitrogen Management,Recours aux cultures de couverturev
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