2026 On demand videos
These are pre-recorded presentations which are available for viewing online during GBFW'26 and for 30 days afterwards.
Anyone who purchases a ticket will be given access to these videos, whether you attend GBFW in-person in Elmwood, or online through the livestream.
Mental Health
Presented by: Jackie Ralph, Canadian Mental Health Institution
Coming soon
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Thefts in Rural Ontario
Presented by: Sgt. Jill Johnson, Community Mobilization and Engagement Coordinator, West Region, Ontario Provincial Police
The Ontario Provincial Police will discuss common trends for crime across the province, specific to rural areas and agricultural properties, highlighting thefts and frauds. Strategies for prevention will be explained and demonstrated. Participants will hear real life situations, and gain an understanding of the big-picture - why prevention matters.
Bio:Sgt. Jill Johnson started her career in 2013, being posted in Perth County. She spent numerous years working with youth in schools and communities, covering media for the county, and delivering presentations on important safety and crime prevention topics. While she did not come from an agricultural background herself, her husband has a background in farming and his passion has helped Sgt. Johnson to develop an appreciation and admiration for the dedication of those who work in the industry. She has spent the last few years working on a volunteer project - the Ontario Agri-Food Discovery Centre, which will see Canada’s first agriculture-focused science centre built in Listowel. As a mother of two young daughters, she wants to see a place where all children can learn about agriculture and food education in a fun, hands-on way, and it become a source of pride for the community. In 2024, Sgt. Johnson was promoted to the Community Mobilization and Engagement Coordinator position, which has her supporting all of the officers in West Region who are doing community engagement. Sgt. Johnson is passionate about crime and injury prevention, and is looking forward to spreading the word about how we can work together to prevent agricultural related thefts and frauds.
Fraud in Rural Ontario
Presented by: Auxiliary Inspector Brad Hull, Auxiliary Regional Commander, West Region, Ontario Provincial Police
The Ontario Provincial Police will discuss common trends for crime across the province, specific to rural areas and agricultural properties, highlighting thefts and frauds. Strategies for prevention will be explained and demonstrated. Participants will hear real life situations, and gain an understanding of the big-picture - why prevention matters.
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Emerging Technology for Livestock
- Tech in the Pasture
Presented by: Brianna Elliot, Olds College
Coming soon
Coming soon
Milking the Power of Artificial Intelligence for Dairy Success
Presented by: Dan Tuplan, Associate Professor, University of Guelph, Department of Animal Biosciences, Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock (CGI)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the dairy industry by turning everyday farm data into actionable insights. This presentation will provide an overview of how AI technologies are being applied across the dairy value chain to improve efficiency, animal health, and profitability. Key topics will include AI-driven tools for precision feeding, early disease detection, and growth monitoring. Real-world case studies will illustrate how producers are already adopting these technologies to reduce costs, optimize herd performance, and strengthen long-term resilience. The session will also highlight opportunities and challenges for integrating AI into farm operations, offering practical insights for producers, industry partners, and researchers.
Dan Tuplan works in the Department of Animal Biosciences, Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock (CGIL)
Dairy Sustainability: Nourishing a Healthy Environment
Presented by: Brian Burnett, Board Member, Region 2, DFO
Ontario dairy farmers have long embraced our responsibility to communities, the environment, and the economy. For generations, our commitment to producing the highest quality milk has been guided by the values of care, compassion, and progress. Across Ontario, dairy farmers are continuing to advance on-farm solutions to meet the Canadian dairy industry target of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, in five focus areas: carbon footprint, regenerative agriculture, biodiversity, plastics and energy.
Brian Burnett, a dairy farmer from Marionville, Ont., was elected to the Board of Dairy Farmers of Ontario (DFO) in 2023. He represents producers in Dundas, Ottawa-Carleton (except for twp. of Cumberland) and Stormont. Mr. Burnett has been in the dairy business for more than 37 years. He and his family, along with farm staff, operate Carleton Corner Farms Ltd. on 3,000 acres and milk 575 cows. He currently serves on the DFO Audit, Communications and Government Relations, Research and Development, and Transportation committees, as well as the Ontario Advisory Committee for Transportation. Mr. Burnett has been a dairy producer committee member and has served on several farm organizations over the years. Mr. Burnett and his wife, Tracie, have one son and four daughters.
Insights from the Great Lakes YEN
Presented by: Joanna Follings, Cereals Specialist, OMAFA
Hear the latest from the Great Lakes YEN project and what top cereal growers in the Great Lakes region are doing to maximize yields and close the gap on their yield potential.
Joanna is the Cereals Specialist with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness and is passionate about supporting growers with their cereal crop production challenges and opportunities. She is part of the Great Lakes Yield Enhancement Network (YEN) team in Ontario which is one of a global series of YENs that help local farmers better understand their winter wheat yield potential and what is contributing to that yield.
OSCIA Programs
Presented by: Lois Sinclair, Field Representative, OSCIA
Lois will share details about the programs that OSCIA offers, and the funding that they administer.
Lois grew up in Huron County on a mixed farm north of Goderich. She is heading into her 18th year with OSCIA. She started with OSCIA as a program representative in Huron County, for 8 years. Then as Regional Program Lead for the Regions of Heartland, Georgian Central, and Hamilton-Wentworth, serving producers in those 9 Counties. Changes in 2023 puts her working alongside all field staff, being “the client services team”. She lives in Huron County, with her husband Bob, on a beef and cash crop operation. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, their four grandchildren and when time permits, a challenging puzzle.
Natural and Home Remedies for Goats
(and Sheep)
Presented by: Susan Shoenian, Sheep & Goat Specialist Emeritus,
University of Maryland Extension
This presentation will discuss natural and home remedies for goats and sheep. The remedies discussed do not replace professional veterinary care but can be used to treat some disease conditions and provide supportive therapy.
Susan Schoenian is Sheep & Goat Specialist Emeritus with University of Maryland Extension. Her Extension career spanned almost 33 years. She has animal science degrees from Virginia Tech and Montana State University. She maintains several web sites and is active in social media. She has a small farm she raises sheep,goats,andrabbits.
Georgian Farm Stewardship Collaborative
Presented by: Emily McKague, Executive Assistant, Grey County Agricultural Services
Learn about the Georgian Farm Stewardship Collaborative (GFSC) — a partnership of local organizations working together to make agricultural funding programs more accessible across Bruce, Grey, and surrounding counties. This session will highlight current cost-share opportunities, how programs can be “stacked” for greater impact, and how collaboration within the GFSC helps support on-farm environmental stewardship.
Emily McKague lives in Grey County, where she raises sheep and is deeply involved in the local agricultural community. She serves as the Executive Assistant for Grey County Agricultural Services and is passionate about supporting farmers and advancing agricultural education across the region.