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A 2023 Update from the Golden Horseshoe Food and Farming Alliance

Monday, November 27, 2023

If you’re subscribed to our newsletters, you may have noticed that you haven’t been receiving regular updates from us, and there is a very good reason for that — Josie Di Felice, who does much of our communications, welcomed baby Julia this summer! They are all doing well and...read more

GHFFA Response on Bill 23

Tuesday, December 13, 2022

The passing of the omnibus Bill 23 this fall has brought significant change to planning in Ontario. While the details are not yet clear and the “consultation” period for parts of the Bill are still ongoing, significant anxiety exists in both urban and rural municipalities for the impact of...read more

Revolutionizing Fruit Production and Reducing Waste with Vivid Machines

Monday, November 21, 2022

58% of food produced in Canada – or 35.5 million tonnes – is lost and wasted annually, according to this Second Harvest report. It’s an enormous problem with enormous consequences. That’s why companies like Vivid Machines are working to address food loss and waste, specifically along the fruit supply...read more

Agriculture at a Glance: New OFA Infographics

Tuesday, November 15, 2022

The Ontario Federation of Agriculture has produced the following “Agriculture at a Glance” infographics, showcasing a local snapshot of Durham, York, Niagara, Hamilton, Halton, and Peel. Through these big numbers, we can see the significance of local agriculture! Click on each image below to view the full infographic.read more