As one of Ontario’s
oldest commodity organizations, the OFVGA has played a major
role in the province’s – and, to a certain extent,
the country’s – horticultural sector. For more
than 149 years, the OFVGA has acted as the “voice”
of Ontario’s fruit, vegetable, and greenhouse producers.
It is THE organization recognized by the provincial and federal
government as representing the best interests of the edible
horticultural industry.
Working in conjunction
with farm organizations around the province – and the
rest of the country – the OFVGA has taken a proactive
approach to ensuring that fruit and vegetable grower issues
are at the forefront of the pertinent government ministries.
This is not an easy task, since agricultural issues involving
fruit and vegetables tend to transcend a number of government
ministries, agencies, and associated bodies.
The OFVGA is the
official representative for Ontario to national and international
bodies, including the Canadian Horticultural Council, and
will continue to work proactively with partners within the
horticultural sector, the agricultural industry, and the governments
to better the livelihood of its more than 7,500 members.
As you peruse
this website seeking information on our organization, its
history, mandate, membership, and the industry as a whole,
please feel free to contact us if you can’t readily
find what you’re looking for. We’re here to assist
you in any way possible.
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