Local 345

Calling All Members!

It is an exciting time in our Local as we look to map out next steps for next generations of farmers. We stand on the shoulders of so many farmers that worked so hard to organize for the National Farmers’ Union here in Ontario and at the same time took time to fill halls with dinners and dances and celebrations. We look to revitalize the spirit of those days with a good mix of activism on behalf of Ontario farmers and time to meet and greet and laugh with one another. We listen carefully to the voices of our more senior members and for the new voices of our younger farmers. Key this year has been focusing on the financial management of the Local and wise investment of funds. Watch for news about the Local’s Micro-Loan initiative!

Our Annual General Meetings have tackled such topics as: Mental Health & Wellness From the Ground Up Understanding Climate Change from the Field Entering the Greenbelt & Bill 23 Concerning Our Farmland: Threats & Planning for the Future

Member Events have addressed: Farm Machinery & You Farmers’ Markets in Ontario Farmers’ On Tap ( think evenings at local breweries!) Land-linking & Farmland Conservation Nitrogen Fertilizers In The Know Workshop: Mental Health Awareness Program for the Agriculture Community Fall Pot-Luck Dinner

Local 345 covers a huge swath of eastern Ontario: Durham, City of Peterborough & City of Kawartha Lakes with a huge range of farming practices and concerns. Help us hear your voice and concerns by joining in on one of the Local’s initiatives or reaching out directly to a member of the Executive. Together we are stronger!