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2010 Show Features

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    DAIRY INNOVATION CENTRE

    Olympia DAIRY INNOVATION CENTRE
    - Featuring DeLaval & Lely

  • The Lely Astronaut A3 Next Milking System & DeLaval VMS Voluntary Milking System are back in 2010. The robots operate 30 feet apart on two herds of 35 cows each in the Dairy Innovation Centre. This one-of-a-kind operating barn demo features products & technologies from over 20 other dairy companies. The Dairy Innovation Centre will also showcase live research trials by the University of Guelph through August and September.

    Sponsored by: Olympia Fabric Structures, Lely, DeLaval, Ontario Harvestore/Slurrystore, Agrilight, AGSourcing International, Arntjen, B-W Feed & Seed Ltd., David Carson Farms & Auction Services, Farm Credit Canada, Faromor, FX Coating, Kubota Canada, Mycogen, OMAFRA, Ontario Dairy Farmer, Penner, Promat, Provision Solar, Stubbe's Precast Inc., Supreme Mixer/Brodie Ag, IceRobotics
ONGOING DAILY IN FCC LIVESTOCK CENTRAL
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    RFID TAG READING DEMOS

    RFID TAG READING DEMOS

  • Livestock producers in many sectors have begun adopting Radio- Frequency Identification (RFID) tag readers to help manage herds & flocks in their day-to-day activities. See how these scanners & related technology can effectively track cattle & small ruminants using a handheld device rather than stacks of paper.
ONGOING DAILY ON 7TH LANE IN FCC LIVESTOCK CENTRAL
    SHEEPDOG DEMO

    SHEEPDOG DEMO

  • Viki Kidd has over 25 years of dog handling experience & is a skilled sheepdog trainer. Competing across North America, Viki will share her knowledge on effectively using dogs to herd & manage sheep flocks, including tricks & tips. Whether a sheep or dog person, this demo will be a great learning experience.
TUES. & WED. ONLY IN SOUTHWEST DEMO FIELD AT 10:30 AM & 2:30 PM
    SWINE INTERMUSCULAR FAT DEMO

    SWINE Intramuscular FAT DEMO

  • Consumer studies indicate a preference for high marbling in both niche markets and large high-value market segments. Chris Crump of Agriculture Ultrasound & Alliance Genetics in cooperation with Ontario Swine Improvement Inc., conduct demos to showcase this innovation in measuring intermuscular fat (marbling).

    Sponsored by: Alliance Genetics, First Choice Bosman, Stubbe’s Precast
DAILY IN THE SWINE & POULTRY PAVILION AT 11:30 AM & 2:30 PM
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    GROBER YOUNG ANIMAL DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

    GROBER YOUNG ANIMAL DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

  • Showcasing Live Calf & Lamb Research Trials Grober Nutrition has been conducting research at the Woodstock site since April with dairy calves & lambs being studied for growth, nutrition & housing. Attendees can see the young livestock & test Förster-Technik’s automatic calf feeders from Germany. Discussions on calf nutrition will run daily in the Centre.

    Sponsored by: Grober Nutrition
ONGOING DAILY IN FCC LIVESTOCK CENTRAL
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    CELEBRATING HEALTHY LIVING EXPO

    CELEBRATING HEALTHY LIVING EXPO -
    Presented by Foodland Ontario

  • The Expo allows Ontario’s agri-food sector to showcase local food products, while demonstrating how they can be incorporated into a healthy lifestyle. In turn, attendees have the opportunity to connect with exhibitors focused on local food, organic products, and healthy living programming. For 2010, the Federated Women’s Institute of Ontario has prepared a new list of educational speakers demonstrating gardening, cooking healthy meals prepared from Ontario foods, and innovative ways to lead a balanced lifestyle.
ONGOING DAILY ON NORTH MALL
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    BEEF EXPO & QUALITY BEEF CARCASS COMPETITION

    BEEF EXPO & QUALITY BEEF CARCASS COMPETITION

  • Beef producers from across Ontario will show off their best animals in the Quality Beef Carcass Competition. Attendees can make their best guess for top carcass & win meats from Norwich Packers.

    Sponsored by: Norwich Packers, BIO, Agribrands Purina, Ontario Beef Farmer, Ontario Corn Fed Beef
ONGOING DAILY AT NORTH MALL & 8TH LANE
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    DR. ROGER BLOWEY & DAIRY HERD HOOF HEALTH

    DR. ROGER BLOWEY ON HOOF HEALTH,
    FOOTBATHING & LAMENESS PREVENTION

  • Wildly popular in 2009, Dr. Blowey will be returning to share hoof health techniques & expertise on minimizing losses from lameness. Dr. Blowey is sponsored by Provita and his books & talks continue to teach dairy farmers how lameness & foot problems can be controlled on the farm. Talks will be focused on calving management, footbathing and other preventive options.

    Sponsored by: Provita
DAILY AT 10:30AM & 1:30PM IN THE MULTI-SHELTER GREENHOUSE
    SHEEP & GOAT PAVILION

    SHEEP & GOAT PAVILION

  • Producers involved in sheep or goats will find industry speakers, breed associations & equipment companies in the Multi-Shelter Greenhouse. A well-rounded cross section of industry reps will be on-hand to answer questions & show new products. Talks will cover sheep & goat management & innovations.
ONGOING DAILY ON 7TH LANE
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    SOLAR PUMPING & GRAZING DEMONSTRATIONS

    SOLAR PUMPING & GRAZING DEMONSTRATIONS

  • Whether for dairy or beef cattle, the Lely Voyager automatic grazing system cuts labour needs in grazing pastures. Hooked to solar-powered electric fences by Kane & Gallagher, this robot moves & reveals fresh pasture to cattle as needed. Solar energy is also used for the Kelln Solar Pump, moving water 2000 ft. to the cattle.

    Sponsored by: Lely, Gallagher, Kane & Brussels Agri-Services Ltd.
ONGOING DAILY IN THE SOUTHWEST DEMO FIELD - TOURS AT 11:30 AM & 3:30 PM
    ROBOT-READY DAIRY HEIFER AUCTION

    ROBOT-READY DAIRY HEIFER AUCTION

  • All 70 dairy heifers from the Dairy Innovation Centre will be auction at noon on Auction Thursday. Pedigree & production information will be available through auction staff.

    Sponsored by: David Carson Farms & Auction Services, Lely and DeLaval
THURS. IN THE DAIRY INNOVATION CENTRE AT 12:00 PM
    VIP Dairy Producers Brunch

    VIP Dairy Producers Brunch

  • Thursday September 16, 2010 is “Dairy Day” at Canada’s Outdoor Farm Show. Dairy producers and their families can enjoy a complimentary breakfast sponsored by nine agricultural companies committed to Canada’s dairy sector. This INVITE ONLY breakfast is a valuable networking opportunity for all in attendance.

    Sponsored by: DeLaval, Farm Credit Canada, Gencor, Grandview Concrete Grooving Inc., Mycogen, Norwell Dairy Systems Ltd., Ontario Dairy Farmer, Progressive Dairy Operators & Blythe Brae Farms
THURS. FROM 8:30 AM TO 10:30 AM – INVITE ONLY