Prior to 2006, I had never watched an episode of Oprah. I know – can you believe it? Since that time, I have become an avid follower of her work. I don’t tape every show – the ones on transgender and spouse swapping don’t really interest me – thank goodness for that! But seriously, I [...]
Entries from February 2008
February 12, 2008
Egg Farmers of Ontario Zone Meeting
The current state of the WTO discussions has all of the supply-managed farm organizations on edge. I receive daily emails and read agricultural news articles that update me to the state of the negotiations. It appears to me that supply management is being threatened greatly and I looked forward to attending my zone [...]
February 10, 2008
Finding your knight-in-shining armor, wearing socks
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. My husband has provided me with the best Valentine’s present ever! He has arranged for our flock of laying hens to be replaced so the birds leave the barn on February 13th and don’t come back in until the 19th which means….no egg gathering for a full week! [...]
February 5, 2008
Annual Meeting Time
The months of January and February are notorious for annual meetings for agricultural organizations. The financials have been audited and it’s time to report the news to the members. Also on the agenda at annual meetings are any governing changes or structure changes. These types of changes usually require approval of members [...]
