Farm News and Events

The Ontario Farmland Trust is pleased to invite you to the annual Farmland Forum on March 19, 2026. Join farmers, planners, municipal leaders, conservation organizations, and community members from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The Grandway Events Centre in Elora, ON, for a day of learning, connection, and conversation.

This year’s theme, Municipalities & Farmland Protection, focuses on the critical role municipalities and communities play through land-use planning, zoning, and policy decisions. Through an inspiring keynote, a panel featuring farmer perspectives, a hands-on workshop, and informative sessions, the 2026 Farmland Forum offers a space for meaningful dialogue, shared learning, and practical action. Participants will leave with new connections and clear tools to champion farmland protection in their own communities.

You can learn more about the day’s program here. 

Seeking non-farming owners of farmland!

Farms at Work is inviting registrations for a Farmland Owner Workshop, designed for non-farming owners of farmland. Hear from a range of knowledgeable speakers and network with organizations who can help you!

This is  a hybrid event: Connecting in person is always the best! But if you can’t make it we still want to see you – register to participate online.

Topics to Expect

•     Why is every acre of farmland important?
•     Farm Business Registration, Property tax and your farm
•     Finding and keeping a great farm tenant
•     Farm Insurance
•     Environmental stewardship of your farmland
•     Funding opportunities and other resources
•     Long term options for your farmland

Help us address the topics you are most interested in! Please complete our Farmland Owner Survey in addition to registering for the workshop.

Register for in-person and online participation here: https://3common.com/event/farmland-ownership-opportunities-connections-and-answers/690b7bf691721e9a0cba9e85

Complete our Farmland Owner Survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2N-LIfmHCte1pGqlN6SiTwKe1oBIrZz9i0RUKM3Nmur69Zg/viewform

The board of directors of the Peterborough County Cattlemen extend an invitation to all Cattle producers in Peterborough County to attend their AGM, to be held on Tuesday, January 13th, 2026, starting at 7PM at the Douro Community Centre - 2893 Hwy 28, Douro-Dummer.  

Coffee & refreshments will be available prior to the start of the AGM.  

More information will be shared as the agenda is finalized.