- Agri-Food 2050 Event Registration
- AAC 30th Anniversary Gala
- AAC Launches New Social Channels
- August 27th Lunch n' Learn Registration
- OMAFA's Agricultural Excellence Awards - Nominations Open
- Rapid Response to Business Development Initiative - Apply Today
- Veterinary Incentive Program - Apply Today
- AAC at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show
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AAC Member Events
| | SAVE A SEAT AT THE TABLE: AGRI-FOOD 2050 EVENT | | |
What will Ontario’s agri-food sector look like in 2050?
On September 17, 2025, the Agricultural Adaptation Council is bringing together the people who will shape the future of food in Ontario—primary producers, researchers, processors, industry leaders, and government decision-makers—all under one roof in Niagara Falls.
If you’re invested in the future of Ontario’s agri-food sector, you don't want to miss out.
At Agri-Food 2050, you’ll:
- Generate dialogue and prioritize critical forces (change drivers) impacting agri-food resilience.
- Create an industry-wide, unified commitment to plan for and manage the future.
- Seed action groups to tackle priority issues and opportunities.
- Build energy around what’s possible.
Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Location: The Brock Niagara Falls Fallsview, Tapestry by Hilton, 5685 Falls Ave, Niagara Falls
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
The future of Ontario’s agri-food sector is too important to watch from the sidelines. Save your seat now.
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Feeding Possibility: Open Innovation and Resilient Futures for Ontario’s Agri-Food System
In a time of rapid disruption and compounding uncertainty, Ontario’s agri-food sector faces a pivotal opportunity: to lead not only in production, but in collaboration. This keynote explores how open innovation, participatory foresight, and shared digital infrastructure can create a more adaptive, inclusive, and resilient agri-food future. Drawing on emerging trends in AI, community development, and trusted systems design, Jesse Hirsh outlines a vision where growth is rooted in stewardship, and innovation is built on trust.
View the Agenda on our Website
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| | AAC'S 30TH ANNIVERSAY GALA | | |
This year, the Agricultural Adaptation Council marks its 30th anniversary. On September 16th, AAC is hosting an evening gala to celebrate 30 years of advancing Ontario's Agri-Food sector. Join current and former staff and board members, industry partners and other stakeholders who have contributed to the success of the organization over the years.
AAC members are invited to register now and help the organization mark three decades of agri-food programming and the partnerships and collaboration that have made the organization successful.
Event details:
- September 16th, 6-10pm
- Queen Victoria Place Restaurant
- Niagara Falls
| | CELEBRATING 30 YEARS - FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA | | |
This year marks our 30th anniversary, and as a part of our celebration we’re sharing stories that highlight the people, projects, and partnerships that have shaped our journey. Follow along as we highlight our three decades of delivering funding programs that strengthen Ontario’s agri-food sector.
Don’t miss a moment of the celebration! Follow us on our social media for weekly stories, throwbacks, and milestones from the past 30 years. Be sure to check out our newly launched Instagram and Facebook page!
| | UPCOMING WEBINAR ON AUGUST 27TH: AI FOR FOOD & FARMING | | |
Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Food and Farming
Discover how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of food and farming in this compelling session led by Dr. Rozita Dara, Associate Professor at the University of Guelph and Director of Artificial Intelligence for Food at AI4Food.
Through real-world case studies, Dr. Dara will explore the transformative role of AI in building more sustainable and resilient agri-food systems. The session will highlight innovative applications in agriculture—from disease surveillance to automated harvesting—and outline strategies for fostering a responsible AI innovation ecosystem.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how cutting-edge technology is driving sustainable change across the agri-food sector.
| | EXCELLENCE IN AGRICULTURE AWARD | | |
The people within Ontario’s agriculture and food industry have always demonstrated excellence in running their businesses, adopting innovative practices and creating a safe and stable supply of food.
To help showcase the outstanding efforts that have made this a $51 billion industry and honour the farmers, food processors, businesses and industry organizations that are driving the province’s world-class agri-food industry, nominations are open for the 2025 Excellence in Agriculture Awards.
This year, the province will recognize agricultural excellence in 12 categories:
- Youth Excellence
- Food Processing Excellence
- Research and Innovation Excellence
- Northern Business Excellence
- Workforce Excellence
- Women’s Excellence
- Education Excellence
- Supply Chain Excellence
- Indigenous, Metis or Inuit-Owner Business or Community Excellence
- Promotional Excellence
- Farm Family Excellence
- Urban Agriculture Excellence
You can submit a self-nomination or nominate another person or a business at ontario.ca/agrifoodinnovation.
The Excellence in Agriculture Awards supports the province’s Grow Ontario Strategy by spreading awareness of Ontario grown local food and encouraging people to choose high-quality, locally sourced food to support local farmers and businesses.
| | RAPID RESPONSE TO BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE | | |
Looking to Grow Sales and Reach Global Buyers?
Eligible Ontario agri-food businesses can now access up to $10,000 in funding to support travel and meetings that drive export growth. This initiative helps companies pitch new products, close deals, and enter new markets.
This initiative is funded by Grand River Agricultural Society and administered by AAC helping Ontario businesses accelerate export success and tap into new markets.
| | APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR THE VETERINARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM | | |
Building a Healthy Livestock Sector in Ontario!
The Veterinary Incentive Program (VIP) provides up to $50,000, paid over a 5 year period, to newly licensed food animal veterinarians who practice in designated underserviced areas, or additional underserviced areas that are able to demonstrate the clients are underserviced in their geographic area.
VIP serves as an incentive for veterinarians who choose to provide service to food animal producers in areas of Ontario with recognized veterinary access issues to help provide quality care to livestock producers.
| | AAC AT CANADA’S OUTDOOR FARM SHOW 2025 | | |
The AAC is heading to Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show! 🚜
Join us at Rural Pavilion (RP) – Booth 1 to connect and talk about program delivery, funding opportunities, and the future of agriculture in Ontario.
For over 30 years, COFS has been the place where innovation meets the field—bringing together 40,000+ visitors and 700+ exhibitors to showcase the latest in agricultural technology, equipment, crops, and livestock. Don’t miss your chance to be part of Eastern Canada’s largest outdoor farm show!
| | UPCOMING EVENTS FROM AAC MEMBERS | | | | |
