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Our commitment to advocacy runs deep, ensuring that the concerns and aspirations of small and mid-size farmers resonate at every level. In the ever-changing landscape of agriculture, our policies and briefs serve as a powerful amplifier, echoing the collective wisdom and experiences of our diverse membership. We take pride in the grassroots democratic process that empowers our members to actively shape the policy positions championed by our organization. Together, we cultivate a resilient and progressive future for Ontario’s small and mid-size farmers, where each voice contributes to a chorus of positive change in our agricultural community.

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Op Ed: Water is a Necessary Election Issue

Each morning we start off our day with water: splashing it on our faces, washing our hands, or drinking a hot cup of coffee. Water...
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NFU-O discusses Standing Rock and Pipeline on CKDM News

On November 30th 2016, NFU-O Council Member Katie Ward was interview by Mark McAvoy on 730 CKDM News. They discussed the NFU-Os solidarity with Standing Rock,...
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Submission to the 2016 Ontario Pre-Budget Consultation

As an organization representing farmers across the province, both in rural and urban communities, the National Farmers Union-Ontario submits the following priorities for the 2016...
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Recommendations to the Ontario Chicken Industry Consultation on Allocating Future Growth

Background The National Farmers Union – Ontario (NFU-O) is a strong supporter of supply management and orderly marketing, and it applauds the Chicken Farmers of...
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