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Early Bird Rates in effect until November 6th 5th Annual Ecological Farmers of Ontario Conference December 3-6, 2018 Four Points by Sheraton, London, ON Visit conference.efao.ca or call 1-877-822-8606 to register. Join more than 300 ecological growers and supporters from across Ontario and beyond for an incredible, now FOUR days packed full of practical farmer training, networking opportunities, and […]

Sponsor and exhibit at the 2020 Virtual EFAO Conference to connect your business or organization with EFAO’s growing network. While many aspects of the conference have changed this year in going virtual, it has never been a better opportunity for sponsors. This year’s conference brings, as always, an engaged and enthusiastic audience while reaching more people […]

December 4-6, 2018 London, ON   We’re so excited to announce the 2018 EFAO Conference details! With a community focus, a strong seed production stream, and the same practical farming information you look forward to each year, this 5th annual conference is not to be missed. Those interested in seed production will be pleased that […]

The EFAO 2017 Conference was like a family gathering for me. I arrived with my partner and farmer mentor, walked into the main room which was actually glowing with people who had gathered from all over Ontario ready for a full meal. Many were hugging and sharing stories of the closing season, some looking like they […]

Thinking of attending the conference, but wondering what your kids will do? They probably don’t want to sit through conference sessions, but they’d love to spend some time in the childcare room! Childcare is available during the day Thursday and Friday, lunches can be provided for an additional cost (age dependent), and time will be […]

We all stress about having enough nitrogen in our soil to ensure maximum crop yields and profitability, but it can be difficult to determine how much nitrogen to apply from year to year. This is where Vern Grubinger comes in. As the University of Vermont’s Vegetable and Berry Specialist, Grubinger has carried out extensive research […]

Shawn and Beth Dougherty are proof that you can make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear, and a sustainable one at that. In 1996, the Doughertys paid $11,000 for 24 acres of land in the upper Ohio Valley that was designated by the state as “not suitable for agriculture,” yet with equal parts […]

Know a farmer who’s outstanding in their field? Nominate them for a Daisy Award! Drawing inspiration from Stuart McLean and the Vinyl Cafe’s Arthur Awards, we are looking to EFAO members to help design the awards and recognition handed out at this ceremony. The award can be for anything: a good deed, a helping hand, […]

Do you know a new, young, or aspiring farmer who’s eager to expand their knowledge and connect with other growers in the province? Thinking about what to do to thank your interns or employees for a great season? The EFAO Conference Bursary fund is set up for just this purpose – to allow individuals who […]

Early Bird Rates in effect until November 6th 4th Annual Ecological Farmers of Ontario Conference November 29-December 1, 2017 Blue Mountain Resort, Blue Mountains, ON Visit conference.efao.ca or call 1-877-822-8606 to register. Join over 300 ecological growers and supporters from across Ontario and beyond for an incredible three days packed full of practical farmer training, networking opportunities, and celebration. […]