I was recently assigned the task of being communication director for the Innovative Farmers Association of Ontario’s 2009 annual conference. The IFAO was formed to facilitate a way to identify innovative agricultural ideas and to transfer new information to it’s members. The IFAO was started in 1985 by 15 individuals who saw the benefits and [...]
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The Journey to your Good Health pavilion, at the Royal Winter Fair this year was a busy attraction filled with countless amounts of both school children and interested individuals looking to be educated. The theme of “Eat and be happy” was an amazing journey through functional foods, local produce, and hands on learning. Snacking, and [...]
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On October 14, 2008 Oprah aired a show titled “How we Treat the Animals we Eat” with millions of viewers tuned in, if anyone can change the way farm animals are treated it is Oprah. However, there is two possible outcomes off this show. Consumers will realize a change is needed, and be willing to [...]
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On Monday October 27, 2008 the CFIA approved the world’s first Ecoli-0157:H7 vaccine for cattle, the vaccine reduces the presence the most dangerous strain of e-coli, found in cattle but only affecting humans. The Vaccine was developed in Canada, and has been in production the past year however veterinarian’s needed to apply for the [...]
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