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Hospitality Services Wins Local Food Award

Posted on March 9, 2012 by admin |

Almost half of produce prepared and served on campus is local, in season By Teresa Pitman Tuesday, February 28, 2012 Do you know where that apple you had with your lunch today came from? Mark Kenny probably does. And chances … Read more »

Growing together for 31 years

Posted on February 9, 2012 by admin| Leave a comment

by Beth Purdon-McLellan, The Ontarion February 2, 2012

It’s not too often that you have seed distributors, cosmeticians, dairy farmers and chocolatiers under one roof. From Jan. 26-29, The University of Guelph was lucky to host its 31 Organic Conference. Venders set up booths in the UC courtyard and Peter Clark hall to display their products. With so many samples, students could gather a four-course meal walking from one end of the UC to the other.

However, amid the Sophie almonds and carrot juice, there was a larger objective to the conference: to provide education and information on organic farming and production. This year’s conference, entitled “Seeds of Cooperation”, focused on the potential role of cooperatives in organic farming to produce sustainable food supply on a small to medium scale initiatives.

Throughout the weekend, workshops were offered on a variety of different aspects of organic farming. While many of these catered to those that are already involved in organic production, there were many workshops that any organic enthusiast could appreciate that discussed issues such as herb gardening, organic cosmetics and herbal remedies.

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A big THANKS to all our Sponsors

Posted on January 27, 2012 by admin| Leave a comment
Corporate Organic Sponsors & Organic Media Partners: We thank all companies and media publications which have already confirmed their support for this sponsorship outreach leading up to the January, 2012 Guelph Organic Conference !

Platinum Patron

The Big Carrot

Gold Sponsor

Homestead Organics Nutiva Ontario Natural Food Co-op Organic Meadow
Pfenning's Vegetables

Centre for Systems Intergration Field Gate Organics Harmony Organic Nature's Path
Pro-Cert Stonyfield Farm Sun Opta Sunrise Foods International
Willsie Equipment

Benefactors

Heifer International Canada The Stone Store
Sustainers
Go Bio Braden Homes Crofter's Organic De Dell Seeds
L'Ancetre The Gentle Rain Global Repair Hanley Law Office/
Organic Advocacy
Harmony Whole Foods Market Keystone Grain Lyn Dys Nuts to You Butter Inc.
Organic Botanic Sustain Ontario Cottage Gardener The Gentle Rain

 


For media who cover the Conference’s educational program & promote Organic Expo Canada
Alternatives Journal Canadian Natural Health Retailer
 Ecological Farmers of Ontario
 Escarpment Magazine
Healthy Directions Magazine NATURAL HEALTH
PRODUCTS
CANADA
GUIDE 2011		 The Organic & Non-GMO Report Organic Processing Magazine
Vista Magazine Online Vitality Magazine
Official Sponsor
Canadian Organic Growers OCIA Centre for Systems Intergration Eco Cert
Ecological Farmers of Ontario International Organic Inspectors Association National Farmers Union Organic Agriculture at University of Guelph
Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada Organic Council of Ontario Province of Ontario Organic Trade Association
Pro-Cert Quality Assurance International REAP Canada Society for Biodynamic Farming and Gardening in Ontario

 

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Many people have asked ‘what is the difference between an Official Sponsor and a Corporate Organic Sponsor’ to which the answer is:

Official Sponsors must be public sector-focus and/or non-profit entities.

By public sector work, we mean that the service carried out will further the public’s knowledge and awareness of organic market-place transparency. The 16 Official Sponsors currently sitting on the 2012 Conference Management Committee represent truly wide swaths of the current “organic sector” in Canada. The Official Sponsors represent: organic certification, organic education, training and speaker programs, organic inspection of both farms and processors, organic research programs, organic advocacy and lobbying, international sustainable agriculture education and programs… and finally, education into organic production systems at the university level. Official Sponsors are invited onto the Conference Committee by the board of directors based on their commitment to, and active promotion of the ideals and goals of ‘organic foods, farming & gardening and closely related issues.’ The current 16 Official Sponsor groups represent, objectively, the entire Canadian organic sector. By coming to Guelph, these groups put their work on display for you to experience.

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Corporate Organic Sponsors, on the other hand, are the commercial backbone of the sector who spend discretionary dollars to support organics. Those companies and marketing entities include: for-profit distributors and processors, for-profit retailers, for-profit agricultural marketers and seed vendors… as well as other supporting bodies involved in consulting and advocacy.

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The Official Sponsors of the 2012 GUELPH ORGANIC CONFERENCE are the following:

  • Canada Organic Trade Association
  • Canadian Organic Growers
  • CSI – Centre For Systems Integration
  • Ecocert Canada
  • Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario
  • International Organic Inspectors Association
  • National Farmers Union
  • Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs
  • OCIA-International
  • Organic Agriculture Centre of Canada
  • Organic Council of Ontario
  • ProCert Organic Systems
  • Quality Assurance International
  • REAP-Canada/Resource Efficient Agricultural Production
  • Society For Biodynamic Farming & Gardening In Ontario
  • University of Guelph Organic Agriculture Program

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Need to find your way around Guelph?

Posted on January 26, 2012 by admin| Leave a comment

If you need to find a good place to eat, sleep, or relax, then CLICK HERE! We have listings of great local organic restaurants, accommodation, and tips to help you get around.

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