
Expert says fast population growth decimating area crops
March 6, 2026Gary Eagleson said focusing on northern Ontario for population growth would avoid the further depletion of southern Ontario's cropland, which could be wiped out in 77 years if trends continue.

2027 IPM logo unveiled
February 3, 2026The International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM) Local Committee has unveiled the official logo for the 2027 agricultural event being held in Brigden.

New food price report warns of more hikes in 2026, pressure on Ontario families
December 4, 2025For families in Ontario, grocery bills are still going up, and there’s little relief in sight for 2026.

Auto thefts down, but Hondas and Toyotas still prime targets in Ontario
November 19, 2025Many sought-after models (particularly Hondas and Toyotas) hold strong resale value overseas.

Canadian Grain Commission freezing fees until 2028
October 27, 2025The Canadian Grain Commission has announced that it'll continue to use its surplus to avoid increasing current fees for the next two and a half years.

Around $15M being invested to help protect Ontario farms
September 3, 2025The federal and Ontario governments say they're doing this to help farmers stay competitive in the face of tariffs and economic uncertainty.

Brigden Fairgrounds to host 2027 International Plowing Match
July 24, 2025It was announced back in April that the historic event would be returning to Lambton County for the first time in 36 years.

NFU says farmers squeezed as grocery prices climb
June 3, 2025The NFU’s data says farmers are producing more and earning less, while corporate profits rise and consumers pay more at the grocery store.