Luis Garcia provides an overview of the Centre for Meat Innovation and Technology (CMIT), shares some examples of how CMIT fosters collaboration within the meat processing industry, and why it's so important for innovation. Luis also discusses how CMIT can help farmers looking to expand their business by developing a product and their heavy focus on skills training and development plus so much more! For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X : @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

Professor Michael Rogers of the University of Guelph's Food Science Department discusses the nutritional value of alternative meat plant-based food options compared to traditional meat. Michael shares his research, which involves using simulated digesting equipment and breaks down the categories of processed foods. Michael also addresses common misconceptions about the health benefits of plant based meat alternatives and much more! For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X : @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

AgSights' General Manager, Betty-Jo Almond, provides an overview of AgSights and how it works with sheep famers and shares key features of their farm management software. Betty-Jo also discusses how the farm management software and helps farmers track and manage their flocks health & productivity. Betty-Jo also talks about ProcessorLinks, Headwhistle long distance tags and other new and upcoming developments in their technology to better support farmers plus much more! For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X : @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

Chris Vervoort talks about how he got involved in the sheep business and started working with Ewe Manage, and what differentiates Ewe Manage from other farm management software.  Chris also dives into the advantages of digitally collecting data and how Ewe Manage helps sheep farmers improve profitability of their operation, the various reports available and transferring data from between user accounts plus much more.  To learn more or get the software, head over to www.ewemanage.com For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X : @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

Dr. Kim Schneider, assistant professor in forage and service crops at the University of Guelph gives an overview of The Living Labs Project, improving soil & crops and the agronomic & environmental benefits of raising cover crops. Kim explains how sheep farmers are involved in the research project, the incentive to participate in the project and how the findings will help sheep famers increase sustainability & productivity of their operations plus much more! For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X : @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

CEO of Farmers Hub, Nabil Irfan talks about his journey that lead him to starting Farmers Hub, the problems the mobile app solves, and it’s overall mission. Nabil also shares how the app benefits sheep farmers, and the collaboration with Ontario Sheep Farmers Board of Directors to release a customized version for OSF members. Nabil also discusses seller ratings, verification, avoiding scammers and gives advice to sellers on how to maximize engagement on the app plus much more! For more information or to get started using Farmers Hub, go to www.farmershub.io or download the app in your mobile app stare.  For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X : @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

Jackie Fraser, owner of Frabert's Fresh Food, provides an overview of the Ontario Food Terminal, its role in the local food supply chain and also shares her responsibilities as the newly appointed Vice Chair of the board. Jackie also discusses how Frabert's Fresh Food supports local farmers and producers and the importance of prioritizing locally sourced products plus much more! Visit https://frabertsfreshfood.com for more information. For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X : @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

OSF’s on-farm programs lead, Anita O’Brien shares her experience with OMAFRA as well as running a sheep farm in Eastern Ontario and coordinating the Master Shepherd’s Course. Anita shares the inspiration behind the creation of the Master Shepherd’s Course and provides a thorough breakdown including the benefits of taking the course, time commitments, success stories, return on investment, and much much more!  The next offering of the course is September 2024 For more information please visit https://www.ontariosheep.org/master-shepherds-course  Or reach out to Anita directly at [email protected] For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X (formerly Twitter): @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

Owner & operator of Herrington's Quality Butchers in Port Perry, Brent Herrington discusses the impact butchery has on the quality & marketability of their products, current trends and the most popular cuts that customers are interested in. Brent also provides an overview of the Canadian Butchery Team, the World Butcher Challenge and much much more! To learn more about Herrington's Quality Butchers, visit https://portperrybutcher.com For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X (formerly Twitter): @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠

Erin and Jordan talk sheep related research with Mike McMorris, the CEO of Livestock Research Innovation Corporation (LRIC). Recently retired, Mike reflects on some of the highlights of his career and discusses what LRIC does and the significant role it plays in the industry as well as their focus on developing relationships. Mike also gives the sheep industry some heartfelt advice and shares how to harness innovation & innovators to address farm challenges plus much more! For more OSF content, follow us on Social Media Instagram & Facebook: @OntarioSheepFarmers X (formerly Twitter): @OntarioSheep and Visit our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ontariosheep.org⁠⁠⁠⁠