Farmz on the road

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Farmz Slideshow

  • Officially launching the FarmzOnWheelz exhibit - The FarmzOnWheelz exhibit was officially unveiled at the August, 2009 Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto. Here, exhibit sponsors, designers and staff help with the official ribbon cutting.

  • What's on your plate? - One of the FarmzOnWheelz kiosks focuses on the importance of good nutrition choices in your daily diet. The interactive program is based on Canada's Food Guide.

  • The only poop powered IPod - It's one of a kind in Canada - the only poop-powered IPod.

  • Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - The Farmz biodigester is shown here at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show in September of 2009.

  • What should I have for dinner? - Based on Canada's Food Guide, this interactive kiosk allows visitors to choose-a-meal that is then evaluated for its nutritional impact as well as its role in supporting local agriculture. The exhibit is shown here at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show in September of 2009.

  • Methane Burner - A visitor checks out the methane burner that generates power for the ipod.

  • Loading the trailer - Loading the FarmzOnWheelz trailer to take the exhibit to its next location.

  • Green Living Show - The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs used some of the exhibit's kiosks at the 2010 Green Living Show.

  • Helpful Host - The Farmz exhibit is always staffed with friendly, knowledgeable staff eager to ensure that your visit is an educational and fun one.

  • Participation Award - Erica and Alicia, two employees of the Ontario Farm Animal Council, staffed the FarmzOnWheelz exhibit at the Hensall Spring Fair In June, 2010. The exhibit was presented with this participation plaque following the event.

  • Filming the Know Farmers Know Food Video - A key component of Farmz is the Know Farmers Know Food video which features real Canadian farmers. Filming took place in 2009. The video can be downloaded from this website.

  • It doesn't spill! - A member of the FarmzOnWheelz Advisory committee tests out the realistic food props for the "What's for Dinner" kiosk.

  • 2010 Canada Blooms exhibition - The FarmzOnWheelz exhibit at the 2010 Canada Blooms show in Toronto.

  • Canada's Outdoor Farm Show - The Farmz biodigester is shown here at Canada's Outdoor Farm Show in September of 2009.

  • Royal visitors - These "royal" visitors who wear the title of "Queen of the Furrow" for their respective regions dropped by the booth at the 2009 International Plowing Match and Farm Machinery Show in New Liskeard in September, 2009.

  • Agriculture in the City - The Ontario Farm Animal Council and the FarmzOnWheelz exhibit were pleased to be part of the inaugural Agriculture in the City event held at the Erin Mills Town Centre in October. Shown here are exhibit staff Heather and Sue.

  • Celebrate Learning - FarmzOnWheelz at the Celebrate Learning event in Ridgetown, Ontario.

  • Chatham-Kent Council Members of Chatham-Kent council, including Mayor Hope and Councillor Brown tour the exhibit in April, 2010.

  • CNE's Model Farm - The FarmzOnWheelz exhibit was one of the feature attractions in the Canadian National Exhibition's model farm in Toronto in August, 2010.

  • Visiting with visitors - One of the FarmzOnWheelz exhibit staff, Hope, speaks with a visitor at the 2010 CNE.

  • CNE Ambassador - The Ambassador of the Canadian National Exhibition pays a visit during the 2009 CNE in Toronto.

  • How much power can you crank? - Exhibit manager Sue McLarty challenges visitors to see how much energy they can produce.

  • Crank up the power! - A visitor tests her strength by cranking up the power on one of the Farmz' kiosks.

  • Thanks to our sponsors - Sponsors are key to the success of this exciting exhibit. As a non-profit educational organization, the Ontario Farm Animal Council relies on support in helping get the agricultural message out. Thanks to the exhibit's sponsors. Without their support this project wouldn't be possible.