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SUMMARY:Grey Bruce Farmers' Week - Sheep Day (In Person and Livestreaming)
DESCRIPTION:Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week (GBFW) has been a main stay for the agricultural industry in Grey County since 1966. The featured commodities have changed as our agricultural focus has evolved\, but the mandate to educate farmers and agribusiness has remained firm. #GBFW24 includes several KSEs\, including:  \nGrazing Cover Crops \nJanuary 6\, 2024 at 11:20 a.m. \nChristine O’Reilly\, Forage & Grazing Specialist\, OMAFRA; Quintin McEwen\, Owner/Operator\, Cedar Grove Farm \nCover crops can help to extend a grazing season\, increase grazing acres in a rotation\, and be a cost effective forage source for sheep. Hear from an OMAFRA grazing specialist\, and a producer with experience using covers for feed about how they might fit into your operation. \nNote: GBFW sessions that qualify as KSEs must be attended in person or watched via the livestream. Watching the recorded or on-demand sessions do not qualify. \nFor more information\, including the full agenda\, or to register\, visit Agriculture | Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week | Elmwood (greybrucefarmersweek.ca)
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/grey-bruce-farmers-week-sheep-day/
LOCATION:Elmwood Community Centre\, 38 Concession Rd 10\, Elmwood\, ON\, N0G 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
ORGANIZER;CN="Grey County Agricultural Services":MAILTO:info@greyagservices.ca
GEO:44.2411362;-81.0595425
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240106
DTSTAMP:20260605T081025
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T154433Z
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SUMMARY:Southwest Agricultural Conference (SWAC) - In-Person
DESCRIPTION:Three KSEs are available at this year’s IN-PERSON Southwest Agricultural Conference (SWAC). Each session will be offered at different times on January 4 and January 5. See details below. \nNote: While the in-person sessions will be recorded\, watching an On-Demand recording of these sessions do not qualify as a KSE. The session must be attended in-person. \nNitrogen Management KSEs:\nMaximizing Nitrogen\nJohn Heard\, Manitoba Agriculture (ret)\nDribble band\, broadcast\, incorporate\, temperature\, rainfall\, form. John puts the “simple” in making decisions around when to protect nitrogen and what timing works. \n\nJan 4\, 10:00 AM – Agronomy\, Classroom 126\nJan 5\, 9:00 AM – Agronomy\, Lecture Theatre 137\n\n Nitrogen Know-How\nDr. Adrian Correndo\, UG\nThe latest addition to the agronomy team at Guelph\, Adrian brings new insights on corn N responsiveness from his work at Kansas State University. \n\nJan 4\, 2:10 PM – Agronomy\, Lecture Theatre 137\nJan 5\, 12:00 PM – Agronomy\, Classroom 127\n\nLevel 2 Nutrient Interactions\nDr. Luke Gatiboni\, NCSU\nLuke brings his incredible depth of knowledge to explain more about how nutrients work in the soil\, and how to best manage to get them into your crops. \n\nJan 4\, 3:10 PM – Agronomy\, Lecture Theatre 137\nJan 5\, 9:00 AM – Agronomy\, Classroom 127\n\nCover Cropping KSEs:\nCover Crop Panel\nKen Schaus\, Hanover; Chris Wood\, Bornholm; Woody Van Arkel\, Dresden; Jake Munroe\, OMAFRA [Moderator]\nFrom the best to the worst\, these avid cover croppers discuss failures\, experiences\, and what works on their farms. \n\nJan 4\, 2:10 PM – Agronomy\, Classroom 126\nJan 5\, 9:00 AM – Rural Development Centre\, Lecture Theatre 125\n\nTo register and view the conference agenda\, visit https://www.ontarioagconference.ca/swac1/. 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/southwest-agricultural-conference-swac-in-person-2/
LOCATION:University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus\, 120 Main Street East\, Ridgetown\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,KSE,Nitrogen Management
ORGANIZER;CN="Ontario Agricultural Conference":MAILTO:info@ontarioagconference.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240103T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081025
CREATED:20231222T182738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T182738Z
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SUMMARY:Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The Application Intake for the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) is STILL OPEN! \nIf you were not able to join us for our December virtual information sessions\, we have added some NEW DATES for January! \nOnline information sessions are an opportunity to learn more about RALP\, a funding program being delivered by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association. As part of the Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative\, RALP provides funding to support Ontario farmers in making their agricultural lands more productive and resilient. The Program provides funding to support: \n\nNatural Grassland Establishment\nPerennial Biomass & Warm Season Pastures\nReduced Tillage\nTree & Shrub Planting\nWater Retention Features\nWetlands\n\nDuring the information sessions\, OSCIA staff will walk you through program eligibility\, application requirements and how to apply. Sessions will run for 1.5 hours and will include an opportunity to ask questions about the program. \nThe first intake opened to accept applications on October 24th\, 2023\, at 9am\, ET\, and will remain open until the budget for this program year is fully allocated. Information on the initiative can be found in the online program guide: Program Guide \nTo participate in an online information session\, you must register in advance. To register\, click the link below for the session you would like to attend. All sessions will offer the same information\, so please only register for one session. \nENGLISH SESSIONS \nJanuary 3th\, 2024\, 11:30AM ET – click here \nJanuary 9th\, 2024\, 7:00PM ET – click here \nFRENCH SESSION \nJanuary 10th\, 7:00PM ET – click here \nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at s-cap@ontariosoilcrop.org.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/resilient-agricultural-landscape-program-ralp-information-session-3/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Info Sessions,Programs,RALP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240103T095000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240103T104000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081025
CREATED:20231106T211255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T211255Z
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SUMMARY:Grey Bruce Farmers' Week - Beef Day (In Person and Livestreaming)
DESCRIPTION:Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week (GBFW) has been a main stay for the agricultural industry in Grey County since 1966. The featured commodities have changed as our agricultural focus has evolved\, but the mandate to educate farmers and agribusiness has remained firm. #GBFW24 includes several KSEs\, including:  \nAdaptive Multi-Paddock Grazing Affects Both the Quantity and Quality of Soil Carbon in Ontario Pastures \nJanuary 3\, 2024 at 9:50 a.m. \nDr. Kim Schneider\, Associate Professor\, University of Guelph \nRotational grazing is often touted for its ability to increase carbon sequestration on pastures\, however\, little Ontario data is available to support this claim. This presentation will outline the scientific results obtained from an Ontario grazing management study obtained using data from five ‘across the fence comparisons’ of beef farms managed according to adaptive multi-paddock grazing principles or continuously grazed. Results found changes in soil organic carbon quantity and quality. Scientific reasoning explaining the results will be presented. \nNote: GBFW sessions that qualify as KSEs must be attended in person or watched via the livestream. Watching the recorded or on-demand sessions do not qualify. \nFor more information\, including the full agenda\, or to register\, visit Agriculture | Grey Bruce Farmers’ Week | Elmwood (greybrucefarmersweek.ca)
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/grey-bruce-farmers-week-beef-day-in-person-and-livestreaming/
LOCATION:Elmwood Community Centre\, 38 Concession Rd 10\, Elmwood\, ON\, N0G 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
ORGANIZER;CN="Grey County Agricultural Services":MAILTO:info@greyagservices.ca
GEO:44.2411362;-81.0595425
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231228
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231229
DTSTAMP:20260605T081025
CREATED:20231228T162614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231228T162614Z
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SUMMARY:Ottawa-Rideau SCIA Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 8th\, 2024 for Ottawa-Rideau SCIA’s Annual General Meeting. \nMore details will be shared shortly.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/ottawa-rideau-scia-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Stittsville Legion\, 1481 Stittsville Main Street\, Stittsville\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa Carleton,Ottawa Rideau
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GEO:45.2596196;-75.92141
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Stittsville Legion 1481 Stittsville Main Street Stittsville ON Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1481 Stittsville Main Street:geo:-75.92141,45.2596196
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231219T201500
DTSTAMP:20260605T081025
CREATED:20231201T211232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T134353Z
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SUMMARY:SWAT and Managing Nitrogen for Optimum Rates in Corn and Wheat (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Dive into SWAT mapping with agronomists at PT Sullivan Agro Inc. and learn how this technology can help farmers optimize nitrogen use in corn and wheat. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkfuyuqD4oGtyMX6FVaeV8Ah7Y2laNEFNW
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/swat-and-managing-nitrogen-for-optimum-rates-in-corn-and-wheat-virtual/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:KSE,Nitrogen Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231219T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231212T134250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T134250Z
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SUMMARY:Lanark 2023 AGM
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to seeing everyone at our 2023 AGM.\n\nDate: December 19th\, 10:30 start\, lunch at noon\nLocation: Lanark Civitan Hall\nGuest Speaker: Dean Bowes\, Mississippi Mills Malting Co.\n\nPlease RSVP to Ashley before December 15th to ensure you get lunch.\n\n\nAshley Knapton\nlanarkscia@gmail.com\nSecretary-Treasurer\nLanark Soil & Crop Improvement Association
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/lanark-2023-agm/
LOCATION:Lanark Civitan Hall\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lanark,Ottawa Rideau
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231218T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231201T172121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T172631Z
UID:10001438-1702926000-1702931400@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online information session to learn more about the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)\, a funding program being delivered by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association. As part of the Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative\, the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) provides funding to support Ontario farmers in making their agricultural lands more productive and resilient. The Program provides funding to support projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and sequester carbon. Projects will focus on: \n• Natural Grassland Establishment\n• Perennial Biomass & Warm Season Pastures\n• Reduced Tillage\n• Tree & Shrub Planting\n• Water Retention Features\n• Wetlands \nDuring the information sessions\, OSCIA staff will walk you through eligibility information\, application requirements and how to apply. Sessions will run for 1.5 hours and will include an opportunity to ask questions about the program. \nThe first intake opened to accept applications on October 24\, 2023\, at 9 am\, ET\, and will remain open until the budget for this program year is fully allocated. Information on the initiative can be found in the online program guide: Program Guide \nTo participate in an online Information Session \, you must register in advance. To register\, click the link below for the session. All sessions will offer the same information\, so please only register for one session. \nWednesday\, December 6\, 2023\, 7 pm – 8:30 pm: Register Here\nMonday\, December 11\, 2023\, 12 pm – 1:30 pm: Register Here\nMonday\, December 18\, 2023\, 7 pm – 8:30 pm: Register Here \nInformation sessions are delivered in English\, but if you need support in French\, please contact us at s-cap@ontariosoilcrop.org.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/resilient-agricultural-landscape-program-ralp-information-session-2/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:East Central,Eastern Valley,Event,Georgian Central,Golden Horseshoe,Heartland,North Eastern Ontario,North Western Ontario,Ottawa Rideau,Quinte,St. Clair,Thames Valley
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231109T211136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T211136Z
UID:10001578-1702634400-1702656000@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Grey County SCIA's Winter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join Grey County Soil & Crop on December 15th 2023\, from 10 am to 3:30 pm\, at the Rocklyn Hall for their annual Winter Meeting. \nMore information to follow regarding presentation topics and speakers. \nPre-registration is REQUIRED in order to secure your meal! Please reach out to lorie@greyagservices.ca\, or call 519-986-3756.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/grey-county-scias-winter-meeting/
LOCATION:Rocklyn Hall\, Rocklyn ON\, 156371 7th Line\,\, Rocklyn\, ON\, N4L1W6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bruce,Dufferin,Georgian Central,Grey,Simcoe North
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20230818T143429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T143429Z
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SUMMARY:2023 High Yield Corn Competition- DEADLINE TO REGISTER
DESCRIPTION:2023 High Yield Corn Competition\nFee- $50 deadline Dec15; Prize: Trophy 1st 2 bags of corn seed\, 2nd 1 bag of corn seed and 3rd place gets $100; need to have 10ac of 1 hybrid\, have an outside person onsite to do the yield on 1 acre\, use weigh wagon/elevator for weight corrected to 15.5%. SAMPLE to be tested on a certified scale. Harvested weight is used. \nDeadline December 15 for harvest results and entry fee. \nForms available from the SSCIA Secretary-Treasurer > stormontscia@gmail.com. \nEntry Fees: submit to SSCIA Secretary-Treasurer > stormontscia@gmail.com
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/2023-high-yield-corn-competition-deadline-to-register/
LOCATION:ON
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231214T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231118T194329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T151646Z
UID:10001595-1702544400-1702567800@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Northumberland SCIA AGM
DESCRIPTION:For more information: Eric Lawlor at 905-269-8555 or foxfire@xplornet.com
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/northumberland-scia-agm/
LOCATION:Codrington Community Centre (Brighton)\, 2992 Highway 30\, Codrington\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Northumberland,Quinte
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GEO:44.0422599;-77.7368828
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Codrington Community Centre (Brighton) 2992 Highway 30 Codrington Ontario Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2992 Highway 30:geo:-77.7368828,44.0422599
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231212T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231205T190220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T190220Z
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SUMMARY:Using the Soil Health Assessment & Plan (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/using-the-soil-health-assessment-plan-virtual/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,KSE,Nitrogen Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231114T213836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T133113Z
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SUMMARY:Grenville AGM
DESCRIPTION:AGENDA \n10:30 AM – Colleen Acres – Regional Program Lead \n11:15 AM – Eleanor Renaud – Provincial Director \n11:30 AM – Laura Scott\, OMAFRA – Regional Projects \n11:50 AM – Seed Growers Association Report \n12:10 AM – 1:00 PM – LUNCH ($25) \n1:00 PM – Carleton Farms – New Compost Facility in Grenville \n1:30 PM – Treasurer Report and New Business \n** Please confirm attendance to lunch\, if possible
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/grenville-agm/
LOCATION:Nation Masonic Lodge\, 36 Bennett St\, Spencerville\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Grenville,Ottawa Rideau
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231211T133000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231201T171428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T173539Z
UID:10001437-1702296000-1702301400@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online information session to learn more about the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)\, a funding program being delivered by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association. As part of the Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative\, the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) provides funding to support Ontario farmers in making their agricultural lands more productive and resilient. The Program provides funding to support projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and sequester carbon. Projects will focus on: \n• Natural Grassland Establishment\n• Perennial Biomass & Warm Season Pastures\n• Reduced Tillage\n• Tree & Shrub Planting\n• Water Retention Features\n• Wetlands \nDuring the information sessions\, OSCIA staff will walk you through eligibility information\, application requirements and how to apply. Sessions will run for 1.5 hours and will include an opportunity to ask questions about the program. \nThe first intake opened to accept applications on October 24\, 2023\, at 9 am\, ET\, and will remain open until the budget for this program year is fully allocated. Information on the initiative can be found in the online program guide: Program Guide \nTo participate in an online Information Session \, you must register in advance. To register\, click the link below for the session. All sessions will offer the same information\, so please only register for one session. \nWednesday\, December 6\, 2023\, 7 pm – 8:30 pm: Register Here\nMonday\, December 11\, 2023\, 12 pm – 1:30 pm: Register Here\nMonday\, December 18\, 2023\, 7 pm – 8:30 pm: Register Here \nInformation sessions are delivered in English\, but if you need support in French\, please contact us at s-cap@ontariosoilcrop.org.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/resilient-agricultural-landscape-program-ralp-information-session/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:East Central,Eastern Valley,Event,Georgian Central,Golden Horseshoe,Heartland,North Eastern Ontario,North Western Ontario,Ottawa Rideau,Quinte,St. Clair,Thames Valley
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231114T211257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T211257Z
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SUMMARY:Renfrew AGM
DESCRIPTION:Stay tuned for more details.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/renfrew-agm/
LOCATION:Renfrew Armouries\, 115 Veterans Memorial NULL\, Renfrew\, 9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Ottawa Rideau,Renfrew
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231208T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231208T153000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231109T211908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T211915Z
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SUMMARY:North Simcoe SCIA's Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join the North Simcoe Soil & Crop Improvement Association on December 8th at 10:30 am at Our Lady of Lourdes church hall in Elmvale for their Annual General Meeting. \nGuest speakers are Alan Priest of Powell Jones\, Barrie\, talking about succession planning and Horst Bohner\, OMAFRA\, presenting ‘100 bushel beans’. \nAll members (family as well) are welcome to attend. Please contact John Nahuis for more information. \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/north-simcoe-scias-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Lourdes Church Hall\, Elmvale\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bruce,Dufferin,Georgian Central,Grey,Simcoe North
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231114T162720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T162720Z
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SUMMARY:Essex SCIA AGM
DESCRIPTION:The Essex Soil & Crop Improvement Association Annual General Meeting  \nWhere: St. John’s Parish Hall\, Woodslee \nWhen: Thursday\, December 7st\, 2023 \n  \nPreregistration Required: MDick@erca.org or 519 259 1461 \nTime: Registration/payment – 8:30 am. Meeting starting – 9:00 am \nAdmission: $50.00 (includes lunch & 2024 ESCIA membership) Cash or cheque at the door please  \nFor further details\, please contact Michael Dick at MDick@erca.org. \n  \nAgenda: \nWinter Canola Works \nDr. Eric Page\, AAFC \n********** \nUnlocking Soils Hidden Potential \nMichael Stangle \n************* \nConservation Farm Award Recipient – 2023
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/essex-scia-agm-2/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Association,Essex,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231201T170511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T172530Z
UID:10001435-1701889200-1701894600@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an online information session to learn more about the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP)\, a funding program being delivered by the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association. As part of the Ontario Agricultural Sustainability Initiative\, the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program (RALP) provides funding to support Ontario farmers in making their agricultural lands more productive and resilient. The Program provides funding to support projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and sequester carbon. Projects will focus on: \n• Natural Grassland Establishment\n• Perennial Biomass & Warm Season Pastures\n• Reduced Tillage\n• Tree & Shrub Planting\n• Water Retention Features\n• Wetlands \nDuring the information sessions\, OSCIA staff will walk you through eligibility information\, application requirements and how to apply. Sessions will run for 1.5 hours and will include an opportunity to ask questions about the program. \nThe first intake opened to accept applications on October 24\, 2023\, at 9 am\, ET\, and will remain open until the budget for this program year is fully allocated. Information on the initiative can be found in the online program guide: Program Guide \nTo participate in an online Information Session \, you must register in advance. To register\, click the link below for the session. All sessions will offer the same information\, so please only register for one session. \nWednesday\, December 6\, 2023\, 7 pm – 8:30 pm: Register Here\nMonday\, December 11\, 2023\, 12 pm – 1:30 pm: Register Here\nMonday\, December 18\, 2023\, 7 pm – 8:30 pm: Register Here \nInformation sessions are delivered in English\, but if you need support in French\, please contact us at s-cap@ontariosoilcrop.org.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/resilient-agricultural-landscape-program-ralp-information-sessions/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:East Central,Eastern Valley,Event,Georgian Central,Golden Horseshoe,Heartland,North Eastern Ontario,North Western Ontario,Ottawa Rideau,Quinte,St. Clair,Thames Valley
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231205T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231120T185736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231124T171222Z
UID:10001596-1701777600-1701781200@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Uncover Your Soil Health (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Soil Day on December 5th by diving into the exciting research underway at the Greenbelt Foundation\, Soil Health Institute and University of Guelph aimed at transforming the way farmers measure and manage soil health in Ontario. Learn how you can get involved and access free soil health assessments for your farm. \nTo register\, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEkdeqorDgqH9FlG_zVxLN-QIJfXy9xlEsP
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/uncover-your-soil-health-webinar/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Association,Event,Local Event,Provincial,Regional Event,Wellington
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231206
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231114T211122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231122T194200Z
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SUMMARY:Leeds AGM
DESCRIPTION:Join Leeds SCIA for their upcoming AGM on December 5th!  Stay tuned for more details.\n\n\n\nReach out to Ross Hawkins for additional information\, by phone: 613-483-5238 or by email: rossahawk@sympatico.ca.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/leeds-agm/
LOCATION:Forfar Hall\, 1544 Highway 15\, Portland\, ON\, K0G 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Leeds,Ottawa Rideau
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231114T205535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T205535Z
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SUMMARY:Frontenac AGM
DESCRIPTION:FRONTENAC COUNTY SOIL & CROP ASSOCIATION & Frontenac Farm Safety Association \nAGENDA\nANNUAL GENERAL MEETING\nFriday\, December 1\, 2023 11:00 am\nBattersea United Church Hall\n1. President takes the chair\, calls the meeting to order and welcomes\nmembers and guests\n2. Reading and Approval of 2022 Annual General Meeting Minutes\n3. President’s report/comments\n4. Financial report/Auditor’s report\n5. Appointment of Auditor(s) for 2024\n6. Brief Updates: Eleanor Renaud Regional Director updates\, Melanie Hunter\nManager Regional Client Services OSCIA\n7. Ottawa Valley Seed Growers update\n8. Lunch\n9. Guest Speakers: Jim McComb\, of Farmers Edge AgriCoaching\, Harris\nIvens Canadian Wollastonite\n10. Call on chairperson to run the elections\n11. President resumes chairmanship of the meeting\nAdjourn meeting: Executive will have a brief meeting following\nadjournment\nLunch is $20: For tickets please contact Henry Posthumous\, Mike\nMacLean or any Director
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/frontenac-agm/
LOCATION:Battersea United Church\, 2217 Wellington St\, Battersea\, Ontario\, K0H 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Frontenac,Ottawa Rideau
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231201T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231201T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231109T161111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T164804Z
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SUMMARY:Wellington SCIA AGM
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/wellington-scia-agm/
LOCATION:Alma Bible Church\, Alma\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Association,Heartland,KSE,Nitrogen Management,Wellington
GEO:43.7309;-80.503287
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231129T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231106T165348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T184438Z
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SUMMARY:EFAO Conference
DESCRIPTION:The annual EFAO Conference draws farmers and supporters from across the food system for two days of intensive learning\, idea-sharing\, networking and celebration with good food and friends. EFAO’s first province-wide in-person conference since 2019! \nRotational Grazing KSEs\nTools for Managing Pasture Using Nature’s Model for Ecological Sustainability \nNovember 29th\, 1:30-3:00pm \nHow do you know if your pasture is sustainable? Well\, is your sward readily grazed by stock and does it remain robust throughout the season? If you wondered if there was a typo or were tempted to google “sward\,” then you might learn something new in this session! E. Ann Clark suggests managing pasture in such a way as to offer “cheap feed” to animals\, meaning that she recommends diverse plantings of perennials that do not require mechanized maintenance. Ann sees the task of a grazier to be both identifying and implementing principles that sustain nature in food production and environmental management via grass-based farming. Sward genetics\, fertility\, and defoliation will all be discussed in this practical session for graziers. \nCover Cropping KSEs\nNitrogen Calculations for Cover Crops  \nNovember 29th\, 3:30-5:00pm \nJesse Way operates Milky Way Farm with his partner Meghan Brandenburg\, where they use cover crops as part of their management of 1.5 acres of ecologically-focused veg production. Jesse and Meghan conducted a research trial (as part of EFAO’s farmer-led-research program) to better understand how cover cropping was impacting their soil health. This trial was designed to investigate tools available to all farmers for addressing the challenge of predicting the Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) contribution of organic amendments and cover crops in agroecosystems. At this session Jesse will go into detail about how to do biomass sampling from the field\, and how to make sense of the lab results using the free online calculator from Oregon State University. He will work through an example of predicting PAN\, and highlight the potential to reduce reliance on lab testing as a result of creating an on-farm database with potential for collaboration with other farms. \nNo-Till Potatoes: A Farmer Researcher Panel \nNovember 30th\, 10:30am-12:00pm \nNo-till production practices for potatoes might sound like an oxymoron for this hilling-intensive crop. Or is it? Join EFAO members and farmer-researchers Matt Jones\, Patti Charbaneau\, Rob Read\, and Ken Laing as they describe the methods they are trialing and the varieties they are working with to make organic no-till potato production a reality in Ontario. Some of these promising methods include use of spoiled hay\, woodchips\, compost\, and planting directly into a cover crop. \nGrowing Small Grains in Ontario: A speaker panel (part 2) \n\nNovember  29th\, 3:30-5:00pm\n\nPart 2 of this 2-part speaker panel focuses on an agronomy deep dive. Gather in this session to hear from farmers that have been learning in the literal field of growing small grains. We’ll get into the nitty gritty agronomic decisions that go into growing high-quality grains using ecological methods. We’ll talk about tillage\, timing\, fertility\, crop protection and all the tools an ecological farmer can use to get the most out of their small grains crops. We’ll also discuss mentorship in the grain growing community: who can we learn from\, and how? This farmer panel is made up of folks who have different ways of sourcing seed\, growing crops\, and marketing products with one thing in common: a passion for growing grain in a way that benefits the environment and their farms. Come to hear their unique perspectives on all things grain-growing. Bring your questions!\n\n\nFor more information about the conference (including the full agenda) and to register for one or both days\, visit https://efao.ca/efao-conference-2023/
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/efao-conference/
LOCATION:Four Points Sheraton in London\, London\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
ORGANIZER;CN="Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario (EFAO)":MAILTO:info@efao.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231128T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231127T165620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T170011Z
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SUMMARY:Victoria Beef Farmers Producer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/victoria-beef-farmers-producer-meeting/
LOCATION:Fenelon Falls Senior Centre\, 58 Murray St\, Fenelon Falls\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231127T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231127T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231123T204130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T204332Z
UID:10001598-1701115200-1701118800@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:The Agronomists - Nitrogen Management and Enhanced Efficiency Products (LIVE podcast)
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to LIVE at 8 pm E for a discussion on enhanced nitrogen efficiency products with Dr Mario Tenuta\, Ray Dowbenko and Dale Cowan. \nhttps://www.realagriculture.com/agronomists/ \nNote: Participants must join the live stream to receive credit for participating in this KSE. \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/the-agronomists/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:KSE,Nitrogen Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231124T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231106T213318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T213318Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the AgriSuite Greenhouse Gas Decision Support Tool (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Save the date. More information coming soon! \nDid you know that farmers can use an OMAFRA-designed Greenhouse Gas (GHG) decision support tool\, available on AgriSuite\, to measure their GHG emissions on-farm and explore options for reducing their carbon footprint? \nJoin OSCIA and the Ontario Soil Network on November 24th to explore the tool with the staff that helped design it\, and hear from one Central Ontario farmer on how they’ve used it to make decisions and reduce their operations impact through practices like cover cropping\, precision ag\, applying organic amendments and more. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-6sqTgsHd0uBhsnjQgoiHceGRsFApuJ
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/exploring-the-agrisuite-greenhouse-gas-decision-support-tool-virtual/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,KSE,Nitrogen Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231020T135836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T135923Z
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SUMMARY:Getting the Most out of Manure
DESCRIPTION:Join OSCIA and OMAFRA staff for back-to-back sessions on Manure Management and Cover Cropping. \n\nMorning Session (10 a.m. to noon):  Getting the Most out of Manure with Christine Brown\, OMAFRA\nAfternoon Session (1 p.m. to 3 p.m.): Cover Crop Management Tips with Jake Munroe\, OMAFRA\n\nTo register for one or both of these sessions\, please contact Lois Sinclair at lsinclair@ontariosoilcrop or 519-955-3139. \n 
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/getting-the-most-out-of-manure/
LOCATION:Clinton Legion\, 95 Kirk Street\, Clinton\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:KSE,Nitrogen Management
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231018T180829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T224505Z
UID:10001415-1698930000-1698937200@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Alternative Forages\, Cover Cropping & Grazing with Gordon Alblas
DESCRIPTION:Join OSN and Gordon Alblas for a field tour and an informative discussion about alternative forage\, cover cropping and grazing. They will dive into planting timing and results\, root growth and top growth. \nTo register\, visit Alternative Forages\, Cover Cropping & Grazing with Gordon Alblas – Ontario Soil Network
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/alternative-forages-cover-cropping-grazing-with-gordon-alblas/
LOCATION:Gordon Alblas\, 775 Sager Road\, Branchton\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20231013T124300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T194432Z
UID:10001575-1698228000-1698235200@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:UTRCA Soil Health Tailgate Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority for a Soil Health Tailgate Tour on October 25. This tour aims to highlight the importance of agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) including cover crops\, temporary set asides\, and rotational grazing for preserving and improving soil health\, while increasing production and profitability for farmers. Attendees will visit two farms near St. Marys to chat with local farmers and conservation staff about their insights and first-hand experiences in implementing these BMPs for soil conservation\, and hear updates on ongoing demonstration trials related to these practices. \nStop 1: \n1430 Rd 132\, St. Marys \nStop 2:\n34089 Stonehouse Line\, Granton \nParticipants will travel in their own vehicles to two stops. All activities will be outdoors\, so dress appropriately. Snacks and beverages will be provided. There is no cost to attend this event. \nFor more information\, contact Beth Wrona at wronab@thamesriver.on.ca \nTo register\, visit https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=yiL0Q_jidkKaJqieJ4Tta5xJxsHbLtdOmXbHiXsJHJdUMEtKRUQwVjk1SURLODU3SjlXS1pBMlI4SS4u. There is no cost to attend this event.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/utrca-soil-health-tailgate-tour/
LOCATION:Perth/Middlesex\, Perth & Middlesex County\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,KSE,Rotational Grazing Systems
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260605T081026
CREATED:20230929T155118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T155159Z
UID:10001568-1697655600-1697659200@membership.ontariosoilcrop.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crop Lessons and Insights from Two Independent Certified Crop Advisors (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join Deb Campbell and Aaron Breimer as they discuss what they have learned during their careers for what works and doesn’t work when it comes to cover crops. Including species mixes\, seeding rates\, establishment methods\, termination techniques\, nitrogen benefits and improving soil health. \nAaron Breimer has been a Certified Crop Advisor for 20 years and has been an independent consultant since 2011. Starting in 2015 when there was significant interest in planting green and utilizing complex multi-species cover crop mixes he began doing strip trials to determine the net positive/negative impacts of different mixes and ideal rates. Deb Campbell has been a Certified Crop Advisor for 25+ years and has extensive knowledge of working with farmers to optimize their productivity including how cover crops can increase yield\, improve nutrient use effeciency and how to optimize crop rotations when mother nature challenges normal production plans. \n  \nTo register for this session\, visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdOugrTorE9ZH9KFKQeczQlvK8cbdcCyg#/registration \nNote: This webinar must be attended live. Watching a recording of the session will not qualify for a KSE.
URL:https://membership.ontariosoilcrop.org/event/cover-crop-lessons-and-insights-from-two-independent-certified-crop-advisors/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Cover Cropping,KSE
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