.@JennMacTavish has set an impossibly high bar as to what a GM for @OntarioSheep should be. I'm super bummed for my industry, but so stoked for whatever adventure Jenn has up her sleeve. Thank you for being our GM, putting up with so much garbage. https://t.co/VTIKnqQfhn #OntAg
(1/2) The pairing of beef and beer is about more than a good meal – it's good for the planet too! Beef cattle are 'upcyclers' – meaning they can use foods and food by-products that humans can't eat, like the mash left from making beer!
(2/2) Beef farmers such as Jay Lewis of Lewis Land & Stock rely on brewers such as Todd Lewin of Muskoka Brewery to provide spent grains for cattle – the ideal high energy feed.
Learn more about how beef and beer make an ideal partnership: https://t.co/vVEt9Al0iX
Today we remember Corporal Joshua Caleb Baker, who lost his life 12 years ago today while serving in Afghanistan.
Corporal Baker, your service and sacrifices will never be forgotten.
#CanadaRemembers
More forays into the tarpits of Ottawa where mercenaries, racists, and other assorted goons, are wreaking havoc with their smiles, hugs and friendliness. Ottawa has never experienced this wave of affection. How will the city that fun forgot ever get past this? An update follows.
Minister Thompson and OSF chair John Hemsted pictured here at tonight’s #FPT ministers reception. Thank you Newmarket meats for proving the lamb spiedinis @LisaThompsonMPP @OMAFRA #sheep#Ontario
Check this out. Less than 3 months from his second major brain aneurysm and he shore 112 close up ewes. Attaboy Don Methèral. Cant keep a good man down.
We’re supporting Ontario’s hardworking farmers who experience challenges beyond their control. Applications under the expanded Risk Management Program are now open. The deadline to apply is July 30, 2020.
Check out https://t.co/x1q98rZhk3 for more info.
#ontag
Here's some food for thought — the real pressure on government in the next election will come from suburbia. Is #CdnAg ready, and how do we earn suburbanites' support? https://t.co/M4r9CDL4oK #ontag#westcdnag
$10k non-repayable will make an appreciated difference for many smaller farms. This is wonderful news for that portion of 🇨🇦’s Ag sector. Thank you @mclaudebibeau
If you believe in Canada's Food Industry, pls tell your MP. This takes 2 minutes thru user friendly drop down menu via link below. Support CDN AG & the entire food system. Time is of the essence!https://t.co/vM9yx3p45l
Let’s talk economic recovery with our mouths full tonight
Barton identified 1 of 🇨🇦's most promising sectors is ag &food:1 of 🇨🇦 largest employers, responsible 4 2.1 million direct&indirect jobs, a force for econ inclusion across rural&urban 🇨🇦alike. https://t.co/MiqPwUCgi8
Mr. Prime Minister, when is our government going to prioritize CDN farmers & our food supply chain? Time is of the essence, & we need support now to continue to feed CDN's through this crisis & beyond. @JustinTrudeau@mclaudebibeau#domesticfoodmatters
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The importance of Canadian farmers, and everyone in the agricultural sector, can’t be overstated. They’re doing incredible work to keep food on our tables. Thanks to the @CFAFCA’s leadership team for your briefing on the industry's current challenges and food security.
A big thank you to Ontario sheep farmers and your dedication to animal care, nutrition and the busy lambing season. Ontarians are dependent on local farmers now more than ever, and we're grateful to have access to these high-quality meat and wool products #OntAgProud