Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers Program is very fortunate to have support from one partner- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and six key national partners – Bayer, CN, John Deere Canada ULC, and Sollio Agriculture as well as media partners Nucleus Consulting and Glacier FarmMedia and video sponsor Bamboo Shoots These partners provide vital resources to run our program, and we are grateful for their continued support. We would also like to recognize national support provided by BDO .
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National Partners
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Canada is known for its excellence and innovation in agriculture. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) is the federal government department that works to support a secure and prosperous future for Canada’s agricultural sector. AAFC works closely with the provinces and with other stakeholders, developing policies and programs to ensure our food system is safe, our environment is protected, and that we continue to show innovation in seizing new agriculture and agri-food opportunities in the twenty-first century.
AAFC is proud to support Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers Program in recognizing the achievements of a new generation of farmers. The program celebrates the successes of deserving individuals, highlights to Canadians the importance of farming in their nation’s economy, and encourages other hardworking young farmers across Canada to show innovation in their approaches and leadership in their industry. Like AAFC, the OYF program is committed to a bright future for farming in this country.
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National Sponsors
Bayer
Bayer is one of the world’s leading innovative crop science companies in the areas of crop protection, non-agricultural pest control, seeds and plant biotechnology. The company offers an outstanding range of products and extensive service backup for modern, sustainable agriculture.
Bayer is proud to be associated with Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers. Canadian agriculture needs business people of the calibre of OYF to lead the industry into the next century, recognizing that leadership enhances the image of agriculture in these times of challenges and change.
John Deere
John Deere Canada ULC has been a National sponsor of the Outstanding Young Farmers Program since 1984.The program, which is designed to recognize farm couples that exemplify excellence in their profession is important to John Deere. We believe the future of agriculture in Canada is bright and, to keep it strong and growing, it is essential that young farmers are offered encouragement and recognition. The OYF program not only does that effectively but also provides a venue for farmers across the country, current nominees and alumni, to get to know one another socially and also trade best business practices. It’s a pleasure for us to be associated with such a great group of people.
John Deere Canada ULC is the world’s leading manufacturer of agricultural and forestry equipment; a leading supplier of equipment used in lawn, grounds and turf care; and a major manufacturer of construction equipment. Additionally, John Deere manufactures engines used in heavy equipment and provides financial services and other related activities that support the core businesses. Since it was founded in 1837, the company has established a heritage of quality products and services providing performance that endures to customers worldwide
Sollio Agriculture
Sollio Agriculture, the Agri-business Division of Sollio Cooperative Group, is a Canadian leader in the agriculture industry. It specializes in merchandising farm inputs and providing value-added services to benefit farmers, cooperatives and partners, across the country. Its business model combines the strength of a local approach with the power of a national presence to offer innovative solutions, work on adopting sustainable farming practices and help local farming families prosper.
Canadian National Railway
CN takes pride in moving the North American economy in a global marketplace. Agricultural products and agri-food, like grain, pulses, fruits, vegetables and fertilizer, are some of the most important commodities we transport. Our temperature-controlled containers keep food cold and fresh en route. If you eat it or drink it, chances are CN moves it!
But CN is much more than an enabler of global trade. Our 26,000 employees are your neighbours in thousands of cities, towns and Aboriginal communities all along our 20,000-mile network. The CN spirit of giving back has long been a hallmark of our company culture. CN employees and retirees pull together for social, environmental and economic progress.
CN is committed to the future of Canada’s agricultural industry by supporting innovation and sustainability through action, education and research. By supporting Canada’s Outstanding Young Farmers, CN is celebrating and recognizing excellence in Canadian agriculture and some of the top young producers in the country.
National Media Sponsors
Nucleus Consulting
Nucleus Consulting bring executive management, business consulting, marketing, communications and industry expertise under one roof. Their vision: “Build to execute, Design to unify, and Drive to propel business forward”.
Glacier FarmMedia
Glacier FarmMedia is the agricultural division of Glacier Media Inc., an information communications company focused on the provision of primary and essential information and related services through print, electronic and online media.
National Video Sponsor
Bamboo Shoots
We are cinematographers and editors, writers and animators, directors and producers, hockey players and skating coaches, sports moms and volunteers – we may be film school grads, engineers, lawyers, accountants and MBAs.
We’re excited to be your next film production company.
National Supporters
BDO
BDO has over 90 years of experience providing value-added assurance, accounting, tax and advisory services to a broad range of clients across the country. BDO is one of the leading accounting and advisory firms in Canada with our strengths firmly rooted in the communities we serve.
OYF also gratefully acknowledges support and sponsorship provided at a local level for events held in the seven OYF regions across Canada.