In Ontario’s Northumberland County, young farmers make up the majority on many commodity and farm boards. Here’s how we do it By Amy Petherick, Contributor to Country Guide There’s nothing like an unexpected dinner invitation to get the attention of a person who is normally responsible for daily meal preparation. The invitation arrived by text, and […]
Looking ahead to the coming months, Environment Canada meteorologists expect there will be more heat and humidity than normal. “We’ve already had a taste this month of temperatures getting close to the 30-degree mark and humidity making it feel more like the mid 30s. That looks like the shape of things to come for June […]
BLENHEIM, ON (April 29, 2015) Thompsons Limited announces an agreement with IGPC to partner for sourcing corn for 50MM gal/yr. ethanol facility for IGPC in Aylmer, Ontario effective October 1, 2015. “Thompsons is excited to expand our originations footprint in Ontario by partnering with IGPC. We are looking forward to revolutionizing customer service with both current […]
If you missed the Globe and Mail insert in Saturday’s paper, you can view a copy online. The Real Dirt on Farming booklet is designed to connect you with the food you eat, and introduce you to some of Canada’s farm families. This booklet provides basic facts on topics such as the difference between growing […]
BLENHEIM, Ontario, March 30, 2015 Thompsons Limited announces today it has acquired Rannoch Grains Inc., of Rannoch, Ontario, near St. Marys. “This opportunity expands the reach for our Grain Marketing, Agronomy Solutions and Food Products business into a strategic geographic location that will help us better serve our customers,” said Dawn Betancourt, President of Thompsons […]
Warmer weather’s nice, but could affect grain quality. As much as warmer weather may have growers in Ontario thinking of spring planting, a provincial ag specialist warns farmers to consider the old crop ahead of any plans for the new crop. Temperatures are moderating and in southern Ontario, they’ve risen well above freezing for the […]
Insight for a career in the agri-food industry Thompsons Blenheim facility was host to four University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus students enrolled in the new Mentorship Program. They learned about future career opportunities in the agri-food industry starting with a tour of one of our 11 Ontario facilities. They also spent some time learning about our advanced agronomy solutions technology.
Thompsons is an agri-business partner to our farming customers providing them with customized risk management solutions. Our team of professionals add value by helping customers obtain long term success through the implementation of individualized advanced agronomy solutions, finds global markets for their grain and specialty crops, and the ability to offer extensive grain marketing alternatives. […]
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