With a vision of ‘An agricultural system for Ontario that embraces soil health as a way to nourish communities and drive a thriving economy’ OSCIA’s local organizations test, investigate and showcase new methods of crop and soil management.
Our mission is to ‘Support farmers with knowledge, programs and community to facilitate responsible economic management of soil, water, air and crops through development and communication of innovative farming practices.’
Our motto—Farmers working with Farmers—illustrates what has been our mandate for decades, to improve soil health and on farm practices to ensure farmers can get the best results out of the resources available. Our dedicated members receive educational materials and resources that support learning, innovation and networking.
OSCIA’s Strategic Directions highlight our goals and focus as an organization over the next two years:
- Continue Our Organizational Transition
- Grow Our Governance
- Build Partnerships to Grow Ontario’s Agriculture
Continue Our Organizational Transition
Building a strong and resilient organization requires a culture that values accountability, collaboration and innovation. We will create a culture where team members feel empowered to contribute, learn, and adapt and ensure that our programs are agile and aligned. This will allow us to meet our strategic goals and drive real improvement to Ontario’s agricultural community.
Grow Our Governance
Advancing our governance is essential for enhancing the stability and agility of OSCIA. Refining our governance structures and clarifying roles will enable us to collaborate more effectively and support our mission. This continuous improvement will help us cultivate a culture of accountability and forward-thinking leadership.
Build Partnerships to Grow Ontario’s Agriculture
OSCIA’s skills and knowledge in policy design and on-farm implementation allow us to advocate for and deliver programs and policy that empower Ontario ag. By strengthening our partnerships with other ag organizations and government agencies, we can facilitate and guide conversations and collaborations that bring value to members and long-term sustainability to the sector.
