An in-depth look at the current culture and context of farming in Canada. This resource answers questions about the farming industry, safe food processes, raising farm animals, crops, the role of science, and extending farming beyond food.

An updated, 2014 version of this resource can be found here.

Author: Lilian Schaer, Agri-Food Project Services Ltd

Published By: The Ontario Farm Animal Council (OFAC)

Publication Date: October, 2010

View The Real Dirt on Farming: The People in Canadian Agriculture Answer Your Questions