North Gower Grains Annual Customer Appreciation Day: A Recap of an Incredible Event!
On Wednesday, June 26, 2024, North Gower Grains hosted its 17th Annual Customer Appreciation Day, and what a day it was! With nearly 900 attendees, this year’s event marked a significant milestone as it was held for the first time in our brand-new shop. It was heartwarming to see so many familiar faces, as well as new ones, come together to celebrate our shared passion for agriculture and community.
Highlights from the Day
The day was packed with engaging sessions, delicious food, and a great sense of camaraderie. Here’s a look back at some of the key moments:
Grain Market Update
We were thrilled to have Geoffrey Guy and Delores Foster, our very own grain merchandisers, deliver an insightful grain market update. Their expertise helped shed light on current market trends and strategies, providing valuable knowledge to our attendees.
Crop Update Panel
Our esteemed panel of crop specialists – Clare Kinlin, Paul Sullivan, Paul Hermans, Nicole Sharp, and Mark Foster – delivered a comprehensive Crop Update. Their presentations offered a wealth of practical advice and updates on crop conditions, ensuring our customers are equipped with the latest information for a successful growing season.
A Special Visit from our GFO Chair
A big thank you to Jeff Harrison, Director at Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO), for addressing the crowd and sharing valuable insights. We greatly appreciate his support and presence at our event.
A Taste of Tradition
No Customer Appreciation Day is complete without our signature ribs! This annual tradition continues to be a crowd favorite, and we were delighted to see everyone enjoy the mouthwatering meal.
A Grateful Shout-Out to Our Sponsors and Vendors
This event wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our sponsors and vendors. A heartfelt thank-you goes out to:
- Horst Systems
- WeCover
- Sew Kool
- O’Farrell Financial Service Inc.
- Farm Credit Canada
- Scotiabank
- Delta Power
- MacEwen AgriServices
- Pioneer
- Dekalb
- Farm Safety
- PT Sullivan
- 4H
- Alpine
- Syngenta
- Cooke Scales
- MacEwen Fuels
- Co-operators Insurance
- Lawson Products
- Ottawa Valley Farm Show
- Algonquin Agri Program
- Myles Tile Drainage
- OSCIA
- ProFleet Care
- Safety Booth – Ryan Dick
Your presence and contributions played a crucial role in the success of the day, and we are deeply grateful for your continued partnership.
Thank You to Our Customers
Above all, we want to thank you, our customers, for taking the time to join us and make this event such a success. Your loyalty and support are the foundation of North Gower Grains, and it’s because of you that we’ve been able to celebrate this tradition for 17 incredible years.
As we look ahead, we are excited about what the future holds for our agricultural community. Thank you for being part of this journey, and we look forward to seeing you at next year’s event!
Here’s to another successful year in agriculture – and, of course, thank you to Marlborough Pub & Eatery for the best ribs in town!
Thank you all for a wonderful Customer Day 2024!