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 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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Veal Farmers of Ontario Launch New “Dining with Ontario Veal” Initiative
Jan 15, 2026
Spotlight on creating connections with consumers, farmers and restaurants Veal Farmers of Ontario (VFO) is pleased to launch Dining with Ontario Veal, a new province-wide initiative supported by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA). This project aims to raise year-round awareness of Ontario grain-fed veal, highlight the restaurants and chefs who feature […]
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CVA STATEMENT: Joint Agriculture and Agri-Food industry letter of support for CUSMA
Dec 10, 2025
The Canadian Veal Association (CVA) is pleased to join our colleagues across the agriculture sector in advocating in support of CUSMA. Free trade is critical to our highly integrated North American livestock and meat supply chain. Maintaining a strong and predictable CUSMA framework is essential to enabling veal producers to remain competitive, ensure predictable demand, […]
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