February 24, 2009

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  > Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association director and Almonte feed dealer Barry Dean had this trophy made in honour of late, long-time association director Bennie Vance who was always supportive of 4-H... as is Barry.

  > Veteran Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association director John Posthumus (left) received a plaque Feb. 23 honouring his nomination to the Ontario Agricultural Hall of Fame.

  > Ottawa Valley Seed Growers Association director Barry Dean shows off an oversized cheque representing a contribution from Cover-All to door prizes being offered at the 2009 Farm Show March 17-19.


December 11, 2008

CAMERAS AT THE READY

Ottawa Valley Farm Show exhibitor the Eastern Ontario Farmers Forum has announced its 5th annual Fabulous Photo Contest, with winners to be on display at the newspaper's booth during the 2009 show March 17-19. The theme this year is "Humour on the Farm" and the deadline for submissions is next Feb. 20. Email to editor@farmersforum.com or call 613-247-1334 for details. Up to 10 submissions per contestant are permitted.


January 31, 2008

OVFS SWITCHES TO FREEMAN

After several editions using the display services of Marquee Rentals, the Ottawa Valley Farm Show switched for 2008 to Freeman, one of the largest suppliers of drapes, carpet and other show equipment in North America. "We decided it was time for a fresh approach in dressing up the show," said General Manager Tom Van Dusen. "There won't be any dramatic changes, but likely some subtle differences in the overall presentation." Exhibitors are invited to contact Freeman to discuss their needs at 613-748-7180.  
New for 2009: Freeman is pleased to offer you the convenience of ordering services online for the upcoming Ottawa Valley Farm Show 2009. Simply click here.



PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS GET OVFS TICKETS

With winners to be displayed at the Forum booth in the 2008 Farm Show, deadline for the 4th Annual Farmers Forum Photo Contest is Feb. 21. Among prizes this year will be a $100 gift basket, four admission tickets to the show and a Case toy tractor from exhibitor JR Brisson of Embrun. The theme, says the Forum's Patrick Meagher, is "People on the Farm." Up to 10 photos can be submitted per contestant. Anything goes, says Pat, except perhaps a shot of "crazy Aunt Jane skinny dipping in the St. Lawrence River."
November 17, 2009

BALANCE OF GATE AUCTION PROCEEDS DONATED TO FAIRS

More than $13,500 was raised at a sale Oct. 5 of Ottawa Valley Farm Show livestock control gates which are no longer being used at the show.

In one of the shortest dispersals on record, the Metcalfe Agricultural Society acquired most of the gates sold by James & Hill Auction Services. The society bought most of the 10 and 12-foot gates, along with pins and clamps, for about $11,000. Six 16-foot gates went to an Avonmore farmer for $200 each, while a few damaged gates were picked up by other area farmers. Sold "as-is" for $850 was the trailer used to transport the gates.

The yellow Smale gates were purchased about 15 years ago by the Ottawa Valley Seed Growers, sponsors of the farm show, to use in livestock displays. However, the Lansdowne Park building used for livestock was removed about five years ago, eliminating the primary need for the gates. In recent years, they've been rented out to local fairs, including Metcalfe. With the recent passing of long-time OVSG director Ed Findlay who hauled the gates to the fairs, a decision was made to sell them.

A decision was also made by the Seed Growers to donate from the proceeds $1,500 to each of seven fair boards which were regular users of the gates to be applied to 4-H or education programs. The boards in question are Metcalfe, Navan, Perth, Richmond, Carp, Almonte, and Lombardy.
March 14, 2009
Kemptville College Foundation president Colin Carson is flanked by students Melissa Sager and Jessie Hubbs who helped in restoring this 1953 Allis-Chalmers Model G tractor which will be on display in the arena during the 2009 Farm Show. Tickets are selling for $5 each, five for $20, with proceeds earmarked for the $750,000 Kemptville Campus dairy research centre now under construction.
March 4, 2010
Now that Ontario farms are under the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA), the Ministry of Labour (MOL) are making spot checks on farms that have one or more paid workers (whether they are occasional, part-time or full time).  In this one hour workshop, Farm Safety will introduce farmers to your core responsibilities under OHSA, so you can avoid MOL fines and prevent injuries on your farm. 

Time:  1 pm March 16, 17 & 18
Place:  seminar room, lower Exhibit Hall @  Ottawa Farm Show

To read more on farm safety, CLICK HERE.

Tired of repeating yourself ...............
.... to a family member that has hearing loss?  Drag them by the ear to have their hearing tested!  Robillard Hearing Centres is offering no cost, 5 minute hearing tests by certified specialists.  Hearing aid technology has advanced significantly and they will advise you on what's right for you.   No more yelling.  Look for them in the quiet room off the rink surface (@ hockey dressing rooms).  Ottawa Farm Show
Game On!! 
Safety on the Farm is no longer voluntary, it's required
Presented by Sheila James, Farm Safety Association