VFO STATEMENT: Joint Statement from Ontario’s Farm Leaders on Bill 97 and Proposed Provincial Planning Statement
Agricultural land is an important resource that must be protected and maintained so that we can continue to grow and raise food that feeds Ontario and the world. Prime agricultural land is being developed at a staggering pace and this pressure of decreased availability makes it even harder for young farmers to be able to enter into the agricultural sector. Veal Farmers of Ontario (VFO) stands together with our partners as stewards of our farmland in order to preserve and protect our farmland, water resources, and rural communities for generations to come.
VFO, along with Ontario’s farm and commodity groups, have worked collaboratively on this issue and have released a joint media statement.
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Veal Farmers of Ontario announces leadership for 2026
Mar 19, 2026
Re-election of Kroesbergen as Chair, Yantzi, Vice Chair Veal Farmers of Ontario (VFO) is pleased to announce the re-election of Middlesex County veal producer Philip Kroesbergen as Chair and Dylan Yantzi (Tavistock) as Vice Chair, at a recent meeting of the Board of Directors. Kroesbergen, who joined the VFO Board in 2017, farms full-time with […]
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Annual VFO Board of Director’s Award winner announced
Mar 19, 2026
Recognizing dedication and service to the veal cattle industry Veal Farmers of Ontario (VFO) was pleased to announce this year’s VFO Board of Director’s Award winner at its recent Annual General Meeting and Producer Education Day held Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in Elora, Ontario. The VFO Board of Director’s Award celebrates the many individuals whose […]
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Veal Farmers of Ontario appoints Patrick MacCarthy as Executive Director
Feb 26, 2026
On behalf of the Veal Farmers of Ontario (VFO) Board of Directors, VFO Chair Philip Kroesbergen is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick MacCarthy to the role of Executive Director, effective April 1, 2026. The VFO Board selected MacCarthy for his extensive understanding of Ontario’s veal and dairy calf sectors and his commitment to […]
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CVA expresses concern over AAFC research station closures
Feb 12, 2026
The Canadian Veal Association (CVA) expresses concern over the closure of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) research stations, particular the Lacombe Research Centre. The CVA has worked extensively with the team at the Lacombe Research Centre and their specialized knowledge of veal cattle is unique in Canada. The CVA urges the Government of Canada to […]
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