Farming is one of the most adaptable of human enterprises. In the County – from “Barley Days” to canning to dairy to cash crops – all driven by changing demand, transportation, and technology. What does the future hold? As the Climate Crisis breaks, land is paved over and agriculture is financialized, what is the future for young farmers?
The Future of Farming” with John and Jane Thompson and Martin Straadhof of the Ontario Farmland Trust. Join with us as we learn more about the future of farming . You can participate in person and enjoy a meal with us at St. Andrew’s or join with us on Zoom at 7 PM.
Our Speakers
John Thompson. John is a celebrated farmer – recently inducted into the Quinte Regional Agricultural Hall of Fame and President of PEC’s Federation of Agriculture. John is a strong supporter of Canada’s supply management system and protecting farming as a viable way of life.
Jane Thompson. Jane came to the county by way of Toronto and was inducted into the Agricultural Hall of Fame for her work educating non-farmers about the life and business of farming – in classroom programs, as agricultural contributor for 99.3 FM and as a 4-H community leader for over 35 years.
Martin Straadhof. Martin is Executive Director of the Ontario Farmland Trust, a charitable organization with a mission to protect our food producing landscapes. With a loss of 320 acres per day, it is critical that we protect farming for future generations. Please join with us for this fascinating look at farming. An enterprise that we all depend on.
