Perth County Fed of Ag

The Perth County Federation of Agriculture (PCFA) works on behalf of the 1700 farmers in Perth County.

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

As #EconDevWeek closes, we're sharing the economic engine that AGRICULTURE is to Perth Cty! In 2024, Perth farms and agri-food businesses employed 8,185 people and generated $1.5 BILLION in farm cash receipts! Provincially, agriculture generates more GDP than the auto industry!

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

#Plant26 is in full swing! There is a lot more farm machinery on the roads. Here are some tips to hopefully get everyone home safe at the end of the day.

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

It's #SmileCookie decorating week in Mitchell! PCFA Directors (l to r) Sara Wood, Lindsay Roosendaal and Laura Barker were all smiles as they spent some time this morning decorating cookies that will be sold to support the community! Thank you to Tim Hortons!😀 🍪☕️ #givingback

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

The Probus Club of Stratford, is collecting 2,500 boxes of cereal for @stratfordhob to help combat food insecurity in Perth Cty. Recently, PCFA Past President, Derek Van De Walle @DerekVanDeWalle delivered a generous donation from PCFA.

[Amanda Brodhagen @AmandaBrodhagen]

After eight years of serving as the Ellice Ward Councillor for the Township of Perth East, I have made the difficult decision not to seek re-election this fall. Please read my full statement below.

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

PCFA directors recently attended the Rotary Club of St. Marys and Rotary Club of Stratford 's annual Rural Urban Dinners. We networked with our urban counterparts and visitors present and shared agriculture's story.🏙🚜

[Ontario Federation of Agriculture @OntarioFarms]

Canada has long been known as a global food supplier, but there’s more opportunity right here at home.

In this week’s Viewpoint we explore why strengthening food processing capacity in Ontario is key to building a more resilient food system, supporting local jobs, and keeping more value in our rural communities.

When we grow, process and enjoy food closer to home, we all benefit, from farmers to consumers.

Read the full Viewpoint: https://t.co/Xl4uMR3NKU

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

Thank you for joining us @Rae_Matt ! We had fantastic discussions on the opportunities to strengthen agriculture and rural communities in Perth County and beyond!

[Matthew Rae @Rae_Matt]

Great to connect with local commodity groups and municipal representatives at the @PerthCountyAg Spring Forum in Mitchell. 🌾

These conversations are critical as we work together to support farmers, strengthen our agri-food sector, and keep rural communities thriving. 🚜🌱

Thank you to everyone who took part. 👏

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

🐓🐖🌾We had fantastic discussions today at our annual Spring Forum event. The agricultural commodities came together along with PCFA directors and special guests @JohnNaterMP MP Perth Wellington and @Rae_Matt MPP Perth Wellington. 🐄🥚🌽

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

Way to go @tutz81 !

[Farm & Food Care Ontario @FarmFoodCareON]

Today’s program featured the presentation of the Food & Farming Champion Award, recognizing outstanding leadership and dedication to strengthening public trust in agriculture.
This award celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to share agriculture’s story, build understanding, and champion Ontario’s food and farming sector in meaningful ways.
Congratulations to our 2026 Food & Farming Champion, Tonya Haverkamp, nominated by @GetCracking and thank you for your continued commitment to advancing agriculture across the province.
#FFCO2026

[Farm & Food Care Ontario @FarmFoodCareON]

Today’s program featured the presentation of the Food & Farming Champion Award, recognizing outstanding leadership and dedication to strengthening public trust in agriculture.
This award celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to share agriculture’s story, build understanding, and champion Ontario’s food and farming sector in meaningful ways.
Congratulations to our 2026 Food & Farming Champion, Tonya Haverkamp, nominated by @GetCracking and thank you for your continued commitment to advancing agriculture across the province.
#FFCO2026

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

🐰Happy Easter! From our families to yours, we wish you a blessed Easter!🐣

[Ontario Federation of Agriculture @OntarioFarms]

🚜Recently, OFA Vice President Sara Wood @slittle16 joined a roundtable with Heath MacDonald and ag leaders from across the country to discuss strengthening food production, supporting the next generation of farmers, modernizing risk management, and investing in innovation.

The Ontario Federation of Agriculture will continue ensuring #ontag farmers’ voices help shape what comes next.

Read more in this week's viewpoint ➡️ https://t.co/dphkspQCou

[Ontario Federation of Agriculture @OntarioFarms]

🦺 Work smarter. Save more.

OFA members get 10% off year-round at @MarksComm Mark’s on regularly priced items. Show your OFA membership card + Mark’s discount card at purchase.

👉 https://t.co/yNEWhr2jC7

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

On this International Women’s Day we celebrate all women out there, especially farmers in Perth County!

[Ontario Federation of Agriculture @OntarioFarms]

Today is #InternationalWomensDay 👩‍🌾 🌾

We’re highlighting women in #OntAg, including Katie Normet, a goat dairy farmer from Arthur.

She’s passionate about farming and encouraged by the rise of women in agriculture leadership and the growing recognition of their value.

OFA celebrates women proud to farm and grow Ontario 🌱

To learn more about women in #ontag read the full Viewpoint here: https://t.co/3dl4ORcg4T

For more information on women’s changing role in agriculture
https://t.co/7eLV0VuNh4

#YearOfTheWomanFarmer #IYWF2026 #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInAg #OntarioAgriculture #ProudToFarm

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

Are you a young, new, or aspiring #ontag farmer? Reserve your spot to join OFA, FCC, and Western Fair District on March 5th at the London Farm Show for a lunch full of connection, food, and inspiration with like-minded peers!
To register, visit
https://t.co/ve1SLnaU5z

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

Congrats to Perth County’s own, Scott Graham on his induction to the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame! Scott was nominated by the Egg Farmers of Ontario for his work done for the betterment of the egg industry and agriculture in https://t.co/NSNXZ9RvvM.

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

The PCFA Annual Review is out! If you haven’t received it yet, you should find it in your mailbox this week! Look for it and see everything that the PCFA was up to in 2025!

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

🌾🌱🍁 Today Feb. 10th, we're celebrating Canada's Agriculture Day - The 10th Anniversary!
🐄Perth County has a vast ag industry that is the #1 economic driver in the county! Let's celebrate each and every farmer and those connected to agriculture on this important day! #CdnAgDay

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

The Perth County Federation of Agriculture AGM is this Friday January 30th, 7 pm at the Kinkora Hall. We will have a fun euchre tournament following the meeting! Please rsvp to [email protected]! We look forward to seeing you there!

[Perth County Fed of Ag @PerthCountyAg]

🌱Do you have a passion for making agriculture stronger in Perth County? The PCFA is LOOKING FOR DIRECTORS!
🌾 For more information or a nomination form, please call 1-833-229-6834 or email [email protected]
✅ Nomination forms due Jan. 23rd to the above email.