Premier Doug Ford announced a strategic division of the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) into two separate entities to cater more effectively to the distinct needs of rural communities and the agricultural sector.
Rob Flack, who previously served as the Associate Minister of Housing and has a background in agricultural business as the former president and CEO of Masterfeeds, has been appointed the Minister of Farming, Agriculture, and Agribusiness.
Former ag minister Lisa Thompson is the minister of rural affairs.