The Perth County Federation of Agriculture (PCFA) works on behalf of the 1700 farmers in Perth County.
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17 May 2025
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!
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Congratulations to @ifarmperthcounty on another tremendous Community Dinner! We were happy to take part! Also thank you to Mayor of Perth South, Sue Orr for stopping by to say hi. A great event connecting with our urban and rural counterparts alike.
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Do you know someone who should be applying? Let them know!
Through the OFA Scholarship Program, three undergraduate students will each receive a $2,000 scholarship to help support their educational journey and future careers connected to Ontario agriculture.
🗓️ Deadline: August 31, 2026
Learn more, apply and view all scholarship opportunities: ofa.on.ca/community/scholars…
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Perth County Fed of Ag retweeted
🦺 Work smarter. Save more.
OFA members get 10% off year-round @MarksComm on regularly priced items. Show your OFA membership card Mark’s discount card at purchase.
For more info 👉 ofa.on.ca/benefit/marks-comm…
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Perth County Fed of Ag retweeted
🌾 Ontario agriculture contributes over $51B annually and supports about 10% of the province’s jobs. Yet farmers make up less than 2% of the population.
That’s why strong farmer representation matters.
As OFA zone director elections approach, now is the time to consider stepping up and helping shape the future of #ontag. 🚜
Read more in this week's viewpoint ➡️ ofa.on.ca/newsroom/farmers-e…
Read the French version here ➡️ ofa.on.ca/ressources/a-lappr…
#OntarioFarms #AgLeadership #OFA
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Perth County Fed of Ag retweeted
Join Farm & Food Care Ontario for Breakfast on the Farm – Binbrook at Roy-A-Lea Farms this Saturday June 13, 2026 for a fun, family-friendly day on the farm!
🎟️ $5 per adult | Kids attend free
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with local farmers and experience agriculture up close.
👉 Get your tickets and full event details: farmfoodcareon.org/binbrookb…
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#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.
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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
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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.
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Perth County Fed of Ag retweeted
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.
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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.🏙🚜
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Perth County Fed of Ag retweeted
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: ofa.on.ca/newsroom/processin…
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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!
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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. 👏
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🐓🐖🌾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. 🐄🥚🌽
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Way to go @tutz81 !
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
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Perth County Fed of Ag retweeted
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
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🐰Happy Easter! From our families to yours, we wish you a blessed Easter!🐣
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Perth County Fed of Ag retweeted
🚜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 ➡️ ofa.on.ca/newsroom/nation-bu…
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Perth County Fed of Ag retweeted
🦺 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.
👉 ofa.on.ca/benefit/marks-comm…
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On this International Women’s Day we celebrate all women out there, especially farmers in Perth County!
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: bit.ly/4aZVKKe
For more information on women’s changing role in agriculture
bit.ly/3N3VgLc
#YearOfTheWomanFarmer #IYWF2026 #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInAg #OntarioAgriculture #ProudToFarm
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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
bit.ly/4keHRfy
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