Non-profit grower organization for producers of vegetables for the canning, freezing and pickling industry of Ontario.
London, Ontario
Joined May 2018
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Happy Thanksgiving from OPVG! We're grateful for the dedication of Ontario's processing vegetable growers, their families, and our industry partners who work hard to put locally grown food on tables across the province. Wishing everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving!
This #OntAgWeek, we're proud to recognize the contributions of Ontario growers and the impact they make every day. Thank you for your hard work and commitment to feeding our communities!
As #OntAgWeek continues, OPVG is excited to share the launch of our audio and digital advertising campaign in partnership with Stingray Advertising across 1700+ Sobeys, Metro, Walmart, and Food Basics stores in Ontario, helping connect shoppers with locally grown processed veg!
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Today, I was honoured to be sworn in as Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.
Congratulations to Minister @samoosterhoff on his new role as Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and to Minister @DavidPiccini on his new role as Minister of Infrastructure.
Together, under the leadership of Premier Ford, we will continue to fight for workers, strengthen our food security, build a stronger economy and protect Ontario.
Last week OPVG welcomed @TrevorJonesCKL to Lycoland Farms to discuss research, growing challenges, and opportunities to stay competitive in the processing vegetable industry.
Thank you @daveeppckl, local growers, and Weil's Food Processing for joining us on this farm tour!
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I met with local processors and growers at Lycoland Farms along with @TrevorJonesCKL in a field meeting organized by @ONProcessingVeg.
We discussed the need for increased support for @RidgetownCampus faculty positions in weed science, entomology, and plant breeding.
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Chris Hedges, apple grower and chair of the @OntFruitVeg safety nets committee, underlines importance of data in advocacy efforts with all levels of government. That’s why an economic impact study will soon be underway.
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Mechanic, engineer, agronomist, truck driver, equipment operator, business manager are just some of the many hats Ontario growers wear throughout the season. Every harvest is powered by many skills and a lot of hard work!
Tomato harvest is in full swing! Discover the hard work and dedication that go into bringing Ontario grown processed tomatoes from harvest to your table. 🍅
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🍅 Think all tomatoes are the same? Think again.
The tomatoes used for pasta sauce, salsa, and canned tomatoes aren't usually the same ones you'd slice for a sandwich.
Ontario field tomatoes are grown specifically for processing. They're left to ripen on the vine before being harvested and delivered to nearby processing facilities, where they're transformed into many of the tomato products found in your kitchen.
Want to see how it all happens? Explore our Field Tomato FarmFood360 tour and go behind the scenes of Ontario tomato farming.
👉 FarmFood360.ca
#FarmFood360 #ONTAg #OntarioTomatoes
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Canadian Agricultural Safety Association relaunches online farm safety training. A variety of topics are offered including Farm Safety Orientation, Agricultural Machinery Safeguarding, Seasonal Ag Workers Health and Safety Orientation. @planfarmsafety
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Looking for an easy way to support local growers? Choose "Product of Canada" canned or frozen peas, beans, corn, squash, and carrots. Every purchase helps support the families growing food for our communities.
Thanks to @JThompson_crops for sharing some great pictures!
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Trespassing on Ontario farms is more than crossing a fence line—it can put farm families, livestock, crops and our food system at risk. Unauthorized access can introduce biosecurity risks, stress livestock, damage crops and infrastructure, and disrupt the daily work that keeps Ontario agriculture running. Whether it's hikers, ATV riders, photographers or others entering private property without permission, the impacts can be significant and long-lasting.
Learn more about the real cost of trespassing, the resources available to help protect your farm, and how OFA continues to advocate for Ontario farmers.
➡️ ofa.on.ca/newsroom/the-real-…
"Future success depends on innovation." OPVG Chair, Dave Hope, discusses why horticulture research is critical for Ontario producers to stay competitive in the industry. Read the full @growernews article here 👉 thegrower.org/news/growers-w…
Wondering what’s happening in Ontario’s vegetable fields this week? Get the latest on crop conditions in OMAFA’s recent edition of the Vegetable Crop Report. 🍅🫛🥒🌽🥕 onvegetables.com/2026/07/30/…
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Know someone excelling in agriculture and food education to grow the industry?
Nominate them or yourself for the Education Excellence category in the Excellence in Agriculture Awards!
Learn more: ontario.ca/page/excellence-a…
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ALT Photo of a person giving a presentation in front of a crowd with the text, “Apply today! 2026 Excellence in Agriculture Awards
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@ONProcessingVeg has hired Mark MacPhail as general manager, following the retirement of Keith Robbins. With 30-plus years of agrifood experience, he will be advocating for the $161 million sector that cans, freezes or pickles fresh vegetables.
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As of June 30, growers can use drones to apply pesticides already approved for conventional and aerial application. Health Canada says that users must obtain a drone pilot certificate from Transport Canada. @GovCanHealth
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Wishing everyone a safe, happy Canada Day and all the best for the rest of the growing season! The OPVG office will be closed Wednesday, July 1 and will reopen Thursday, July 2 at 8:00 am.
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Canada’s finance minister François-Philippe Champagne has announced that a 10 % tariff on some imports of canned vegetables takes effect June 19, 2026 and will remain for a maximum of 200 days. @FinanceCanada
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