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Making Pasture Work for Farmers with E. Ann Clark

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Webinar series, online discussion forum & summer pasture walks | $130 for full course

Join pasture specialist E. Ann Clark for a two-part webinar series and online discussion forum to discover the benefits of pasture and to learn how others are converting grass into money. Plus, join in on pasture walks this June and July to see how it’s done.

Webinars: March 13 and 20 | 7:00-8:30 PM

Over two online sessions, Ann will share findings drawn from almost half a century of pasture work, including 14 years as a custom grazier in Warkworth, Ontario.  She will mix hard evidence as well as practical experience – her own and that of commercial graziers – to make a compelling  case for grass in our area. Participants will receive presentation materials in advance to review and give time to raise questions/comments relating to their own farm.

Online Discussion Forum: March 13-27 | 7:00-9:00 PM

Just in time for the 2025 grazing season, join an interactive online forum to connect with fellow novice graziers and landowners. Share your questions, experiences, and insights, and get personalized advice from pasture expert E. Ann Clark. This is your chance to learn from others, exchange ideas, and find solutions tailored to your specific farming needs.  

Pasture Walks: June and July (dates TBD)

See how others manage grass and stock this summer on two pasture walks. Consider hosting a pasture walk at your farm to showcase your successes, discuss challenges, and get advice from Ann and other graziers. All webinar participants will receive pasture walk invitations once dates and locations are finalized. 

 

Registration is required

Durham Agriculture Leadership Program

There is still time to register for the Durham Agriculture Leadership Program! Learn about a variety of topics that will help you empower and lead your farm business (and the agricultural organizations you are a part of) to new heights. Take advantage of the opportunity to hear from and talk with speakers from across the province, country, and North America. They will address relevant topics and important skills in agricultural leadership. Learn more about the next 3 modules and register here: DurhamAgricultureLeadershipProgram.eventbrite.ca

Registration is required
allison.devos@durham.ca
Nestleton Community Center
Nestleton Station (10 min East of Port Perry)

Finding Fairness in Farm Transition Workshop with Elaine Froese

Join Elaine Froese, a world-renowned farm transition specialist as she leads us through a workshop focused on finding fairness in farm transition. On February 25, learn tips, tricks and tools to support your family in your farm transition journey. Whether you are just getting started, looking to learn more, or have been working through farm transition for a while, you won’t want to miss this workshop opportunity while Elaine is in Durham Region. Learn more and register here: FindingFairnessInFarmTransition.eventbrite.ca

Registration is required
allison.devos@durham.ca
Nestleton Community Center
Nestleton Station (10 min East of Port Perry)

Ontario Farmland Trust: 2025 Farmland Forum

2025 Farmland Forum

Watershed Wisdom: Water Protection’s Role in Farmland Conservation

 

📅 Thursday, March 20th
⏰ 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
📍 Elora, ON & Online

Join professionals from across Ontario and Canada to discuss how integrated watershed management can help mitigate flooding, drought, and other water-related challenges—while keeping agriculture thriving.

🎟️ Early Bird Pricing is available until March 1st!
Find the full schedule and register here: www.ontariofarmlandtrust.ca/forum/

Registration is required
The GrandWay Events Centre
Elora, ON

Durham Agriculture Leadership Program

Invest Durham in partnership with the Durham Region Federation of Agriculture and Durham Farm Connections is hosting the Durham Agriculture Leadership Program. 

The Durham Agriculture Leadership Program is designed to provide farmers with the opportunity to grow their leadership potential and skills. This program will bring in top level speakers to address important topics in agriculture leadership. The program consists of four afternoon modules from January to April, and networking opportunities. Take advantage of this unique chance to connect with other leaders in our community and beyond and lead your agri-business into the future.

These four modules will address important topics in agriculture leadership, connect farmers to industry leaders, and provide networking opportunities.

Workshop topics and dates:

  • Module one: agricultural challenges and opportunities from a global perspective. 

January 28, 12pm – 4pm. Nestleton Community Center

This session looks at global business economics, challenges and opportunities, Canada’s role in global agriculture and what it means for Durham Region farmers. 

  • Module two: effective communication in business and beyond.
  • Module three: leading a resilient agri-business.
  • Module four: how to be a voice for agriculture. 

February 25, 12pm – 4pm. Nestleton Community Center

This session provides tools for talking about difficult issues and how to effectively communicate and work with different personalities.  

March 25, 12pm – 4pm. Nestleton Community Center

This session is where business and leadership intersect. Discussion focuses on examples and tools for making good business decisions - considering both people and business aspects.  

April 8, 12pm – 4pm. Nestleton Community Center

This session inspires and teaches participants how to tell their story to non-farming audiences, and how to have a clear message when communicating with decision makers. 

Lunch will be provided at each of the afternoon sessions. There is a cost of $25/module, or $75 to register for all the modules. 

 Register to attend and learn more. 

A separate evening session for farmers and their families will be offered on February 25 entitled “Finding Fairness in Farm Transition”. This session focuses on tips, tricks, and tools to help with “fair” farm transition planning. Register and learn more here. 

Participants are encouraged to sign up for all sessions. 

The deadline to register for the first module and the discounted multi-day pass is on January 20. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to:

Allison De Vos, Agriculture Economic Development Specialist, Invest Durham

allison.devos@durham.ca

 

Peterborough Agricultural Society Annual Meeting Happening on January 15th!

Please join us for a very important annual meeting this January 15th at the Royal Canadian Legion (1550 Lansdowne St, Peterborough)  starting at 7pm. This meeting will decide the future direction of this long standing agricultural society which has 188 years of involvement here in the Peterborough community. Everyone is welcome as we look for new blood to revitalize this organization.  See you there.

Celebration of Agriculture

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Hosted by the Peterborough County Cattlemen & the Peterborough County Federation of Agriculture.

An Awards Celebration to recognize the Farm Family of the Year, Longstanding Service in Agriculture and Longstanding Commitment to the Peterborough County Cattlemen.  

Tickets are $75/pp

To purchase tickets, contact Pat Leahy 705 - 652 - 7317 or 

Rachel Stillman 705-931-1916

or any Cattlemen director

Registration is required

Peterborough County Cattlemen AGM

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Start off the New Year right and join us at the Douro Community Centre for the 2025 AGM.  BFO representatives will be available to answer any questions you may have.  A presentation will be made regarding the proposed check off increase.  Be sure to attend to get all of the latest news on the issues that are affecting the beef industry.

Registration is not required

Ptbo GreenUP Net Zero Farms Pilot

This Peterborough GreenUP Program is a pilot project designed to help a cohort of farmers in our region take a look at their farms' business and production from a greenhouse gas lens.  Agriculture is one of the few industries that can be both a sink and a source of greenhouse gases and thus is positioned very uniquely to be a big part of the solution to climate change.  Your farm may have already taken steps towards this and we are inviting you to be part of this year's cohort of farmers who take the next step to quantify your actions with a custom Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report

If you or any farm you know are interested in this program please visit our website at Net Zero Farms Pilot Project or feel free to reach out with questions. 

The application deadline is Dec 15, 2024 with pilot project farms being discounted 75% for their participation as early adopters.

 

Registration is required

beatrice.chan@greenup.on.ca

Peterborough

https://greenup.on.ca/gep-net-zero-farms/

Peterborough County Cattlemen AGM

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Join us on the evening of January 14, 2025 at 7PM, to find out what the Peterborough County Cattlemen Association has been doing in 2024, and their plans for 2025.   A representative from the BFO will be bringing updates from the provincial body and would be happy to answer any questions you may have.  

Nominations for director positions will be taking place on this evening.  If you'd like to get involved with the County Cattlemen, please talk to any director. 

More details will be provided as plans are finalized.

Bring a friend and enjoy a coffee and refreshment prior to the start of the meeting.

Registration is not required