Volunteer With Us!

Apr 10, 2024

Did you know the Ontario Farmland Trust is seeking farmland protection advocates all across the province? Volunteering with the Ontario Farmland Trust offers an excellent opportunity for people who are passionate about local food and agriculture to make a difference.

We have opportunities for:

Communications Volunteers
Community Engagement Volunteers
Land Stewardship Volunteers: Land stewardship volunteers will assist in conducting annual monitoring visits to our farmland easement agreement properties to make sure the easement agreement conditions are being upheld. *NEW
Policy and Research Volunteers: Provincial policies can have a large effect on farmland protection and conservation. Staying informed and advocating for policies that will ensure farmland stays in production and available as habitat for species as risk is an important part of OFT’s work. *NEW

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Video: Wisconsin Corn and Soybean Weed Management Updates and Considerations for 2026 and Beyond

Dr. Rodrigo Werle, associate professor and extension weed scientist, UW–Madison, shares the latest updates and future considerations for corn and soybean weed management in Wisconsin. This presentation covers herbicide resistance trends in waterhemp, including newly confirmed cases of HPPD and S-metolachlor resistance, and emphasizes the importance of residual herbicides and strategic tank mixes for consistent control. Rodrigo also introduces upcoming technologies like Vyconic soybeans and new herbicide products, discusses integrated weed management strategies such as planting green with cover crops, and highlights practical recommendations for 2026 and beyond.

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