Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness Rob Flack announced via social media that farmers in eight counties will have an extended soybean planting season and will continue to receive insurance through Agricorp.
Farmers in Brant, Chatham-Kent, Essex, Elgin, Haldimand, Middlesex, Niagara and Norfolk counties have until July 2, 2024 to plant soybeans and apply for full coverage through their crop insurer.
The extension will provide additional flexibility and support to farmers affected by wet weather and excessive rainfall. Flack said in a tweet:.
Farmers can call Agricorp at 1-888-247-4999 or visit agricorp.com for more information.
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