GEORGIAN SOIL & CROP
COMPACTION DAY
What is a Compaction Event?
An event run in partnership between OMAFA, OSCIA staff, and a local host committee, Compaction Days demonstrate the impact of farm equipment on soil compaction in real time before an audience. Pressure sensors buried in soil show vehicle impact on a large presentation screen and commentators share background on the equipment, tire configuration, total weight and more. Real time data on the screen will show the effect of various tire configurations and loading styles. A wide range of equipment will be included in the 2026 line-up - everything from combines and grain buggys to forage harvesting equipment to potato trucks!
Compaction days integrate other complimentary educational content too - this event will include stations highlighting cover crops, tire configurations and ballasting, and manure management. You can also visit exhibitor booths, check out equipment on display and enjoy a catered lunch in the middle. We hope you'll be joining us for an exciting day!
Ticket sales open at midnight on April 17th!!!
If you'd like to attend the event, please use the button below to purchase tickets.
The 2026 Compaction Day is being organized by a committee from Georgian Central Region Soil & Crop Improvement Association. The Georgian Central Region includes local soil and crop organizations in Bruce, Dufferin, Grey and North Simcoe Counties.
Are you interested in supporting the event as a sponsor or exhibitor?
Please take a look at our Sponsorship Opportunities and reach out to us if you have any questions. We are very grateful for your consideration!
You can contact georgiancentralscia@ontariosoilcrop.org, call 519-986-3756, or reach out to a committee member (listed below) directly for more details.
Volunteering at the Event
We are lucky to have a superb crew of volunteers forming the planning committee and taking on the organization of this event. They include: Deb Campbell, Gord Coutts, Erik Johnston, Steve Jones, Taylor Legge, Alan Lyons, Emily McKague, Matt Ververs, Christine Wyville, and Olivia Yemam.
In addition to the planning committee, many volunteers will be needed to help with set up and running the event.
If you would be willing to volunteer with us, either on the set up days (July 14th & 15th, 2026) or during the event (July 16th 2026), please reach out by clicking the button below. We'll collect your contact information and preferred day to volunteer on and will touch base with you closer to the event to confirm details.
