Adverse weather on the farm
Learn about managing the impact of adverse weather on crops and livestock.
Find out how to prepare for and manage livestock through periods of different weather conditions on the farm.
Overview
Adverse weather can create challenging situations for producers. It is important for producers to be prepared for and develop plans for potential weather-related issues such as drought, cold and hot conditions, hail and wind in order to prevent production losses.
Topics covered include:
Power outages
Sometimes, power can go out during a major weather event. For information on what to do if this happens and how to use on-farm generators, visit:
Mental health resources
We recognize that farmers are under a lot of stress and major weather events can certainly have a negative impact. The ministry has resources available for farmers who need them, including:
- Online at Mental health resources for farmers.
- The Ontario 211 (province-wide crisis line) will connect callers to mental health supports in their communities.
- Farmer Wellness Initiative: Access to free, professional mental health counselling support by calling the toll-free number
1-866-267-6255 .