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Province to increase pollination
2017-12-21
Creating jobs for Islanders -
The latest buzz around boosting Prince Edward Island agriculture is a new program that will help expand the Island's bee population and increase pollination.
The Pollination Expansion Program will assist with the purchase of new hives that will help expand the honey...
From farm to table, and everywhere in between
2017-12-08
Supporting Island families -
Matt Dykerman hopes that creating a division of Farm & Food Care in Prince Edward Island will help teach Islanders where their food comes from, including family farms like his.
“Sometimes in the busyness, farmers like myself can forget to share our stories with...
Community food security, education projects announced
2017-11-16
Community groups, schools, and early childhood centres will have more resources to teach Islanders about fresh, local food – including the students at Queen Elizabeth Elementary in Kensington.
Research coordinator Karen Murchison of the PEI Certified Organic Producers Cooperative says her group...
Island farmers welcoming visitors on Open Farm Day
2017-09-13
It’s that time of year again – Open Farm Day is being celebrated across the region on Sunday, September 17, 2017. Farmers in Prince Edward Island will once again open their doors to give the public a first-hand look at how local farms contribute to Canadian agriculture.
There is a wide range of...
Applications being accepted for food-education funding
2017-08-30
Government is fulfilling its budget commitment to provide funding to community groups that increase Islanders' awareness of fresh, healthy local foods.
The Community Food Security and Food Education Program will help community groups, schools, early child-care centres, and other organizations...
Soybean Pest Alert - Thistle Caterpillars
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/agriculture/soybean-pest-alert-thistle-caterpillars
2017-08-23
There seems to be a sporadic outbreak of thistle caterpillars this year in many soybean fields across the province. Growers are encouraged to scout their fields to assess any damage. The following bullets provide some information about the insect.
Thistle caterpillars are the larvae of the...
Starting a Farm in Prince Edward Island
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/agriculture/starting-a-farm-in-prince-edward-island
2017-07-31
If you want to establish a farm in PEI it may be helpful to consult the Guide for Beginning Farmers on Prince Edward Island before you make any financial or production decisions. This convenient agricultural resource outlines the support, training and services offered to help new and transitioning...
Good crops begin with soiled undies
2017-05-04
Protecting Prince Edward Island’s world-famous soil is something John Hooper takes very seriously.
Hooper, who is the president of the PEI Soil and Crop Improvement Association, was on hand to help two cabinet ministers bury white cotton underwear at Oyster Cove Farms in Hamilton, as part of the...
Understanding the factors controlling phosphorus availability for crop production on PEI
2017-04-05
Phosphorus (P) is a key element in crop production. Phosphorus enhances root growth, flowering, seed formation and seed maturation. Phosphorus availability is controlled by several factors such as soil organic matter levels, soil pH, and soil aluminum and iron contents, making it a challenge to...