Be sure to stop by and see us at our mobile kitchen unit, known as the “There’s No Taste Like Home” trailer. Operated by the Ontario Cattle Feeders’ Association, the unit brings the great taste of local food products, like Ontario Corn Fed Beef, to consumers across the province. We’ll be at Canada’s Outdoor Farm…
As the fall fair season hits full stride, hundreds of young people will be taking part in the local 4-H competitions.
Despite the many challenges the beef industry has faced in recent years, participation in the 4-H beef competitions has been steady.
Lyndon Stewart, executive director of 4-H Ontario, says beef remains in the top three livestock projects, along with the dairy and horse categories.
“Since 2003, we have had in excess of 1,000 members per year. And even in 2010, we have 1,037 4-H members enrolled in beef clubs or projects,” says Stewart.
Beef producers in Lambton County have been recognized for building a better chute that reduces stress on their cattle. Tony Noorloos and his family were presented with a regional Premier’s Award for Agri-food Innovation Excellence.
“We’re very honoured to receive that award. When we applied for it, we weren’t sure what to expect, but we’re very happy to receive it,” said Tony.