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NORTHERN ONTARIO AG CONFERENCE
The Northern Ontario Ag Conference is the premier event bringing together producers, students, researchers, agri-businesses, and agricultural stakeholders from across Ontario and beyond. Our guests come to Sudbury to share knowledge, discover innovative solutions, and network with the people shaping the future of agriculture in the North. Details of the 2026 conference agenda can be found below:
EVENT DETAILS
Agenda:
Day 1 - Friday February 6
8:00am-9:00am - Registration and Coffee
9:00am-9:30pm - Welcome and Acknowledgements from NOFIA
9:30am-10:45am - PANEL: Celebrating Northern Successes (CEU) - A look at some of the success stories in northern agriculture over the past few years
10:45am-11:15am - Networking Break
11:15am-12:30pm - Stream A - Local Food Procurement - Stories of local food producers serving local communities and how we might expand those programs
11:15am-12:30pm - Stream B - Building Healthy Soils (CEU, KSE) - Listen to soil health experts speak on best management practices for improving soil health and preventing soil erosion
12:30pm-1:30pm - Lunch
1:30pm-2:30pm - Stream A - Accessing Funding and Financing for Ag Projects - A guide for farmers on where to apply, and how to make your funding application a success
1:30pm-2:30pm - Stream B - Huronview Farm Tile Drainage Project (CEU, KSE) - Hear how Huronview Farm is reducing runoff and protecting the environment with gates that slow the flow of water off of agricultural fields
2:30pm-3:15pm - Networking Break
3:15pm-4:30pm PANEL - Innovative Technology in Northern Ontario (CEU) - Learn about some of the cutting-edge tech is being deployed on farms across the north
5:00pm-6:00pm - Happy Hour!
6:00pm-7:30pm - Dinner is served
7:30pm-8:00pm - Presentation of Youth Bursary and Innovative Farmer Award
8:00pm-9:00pm - Live Auction
Day 2 - Saturday February 7
8:00am-9:00am - Coffee and Networking, Opening of Trade Show
9:00am-11:00am Stream A - Protect Your Herd - a practical workshop for biosecurity to improve cow calf health
9:00am-10:15am Stream B - Crop Research in Northern Ontario (CEU) - Discover the latest research on crops and how it impacts northern growers
10:15am-11:00am - Networking Break
11:00am-12:00pm KEYNOTE - AI Fundamentals for Agriculture (CEU) - Learn from tech educator Avery Swartz on how AI can be used today by agri-businesses
12:00pm-12:15pm - Closing Remarks from NOFIA
Please note that the session topics as well as the times may change as we get closer to the conference. Check back often to see the most up-do-date information.
The Northern Ontario Ag Conference 2026 is sponsored by:
VENUE & ACCOMODATIONS:
Holiday Inn - 1696 Regent St. Sudbury, ON
A room block has been setup with the Holiday Inn. Reservation code NOF.
Note: Rooms are limited, please reserve early to receive the discounted rate.
CELEBRATING NORTHERN EXCELLENCE
INNOVATIVE NORTHERN FARMER AWARD - CLOSED
This award celebrates a producer who has demonstrated outstanding innovation, leading to advancements in their farm operation. The winner receives $1,500 and travel costs to the Northern Ontario Ag Conference to present their innovation. Learn more...
STUDENT RESEARCH POSTER COMPETITION - CLOSED
Highlighting research relevant to Northern Ontario agriculture, the contest features cash prizes for the top three entries: 1st - $3,000; 2nd - $2,000; 3rd - $1,000. Learn more...
NOFIA BURSARIES-CLOSED
NOFIA is supporting the next generation of agricultural leaders. Two bursaries, each for $2,000, will be awarded to students pursuing post-secondary education or an apprenticeship in an agricultural field or veterinary medicine.