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Dairy Analysis Fee Schedule
2017-11-07
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PEI Farmer Rate
Off Island Farmer or Non-Farmer Rate
Dairy analysis fee schedule
DAIRY ANALYSIS (Raw Milk)
(Rates do not include HST)
(Rates do not include HST)
Antibiotic Inhibitor...
PEI Porktoberfest is something to 'taco' about
2017-10-02
This October, Island hog farmers, local markets, and our talented chefs will be in the spotlight as PEI Porktoberfest kicks off its 6th annual campaign.
Between October 1 and 12, the campaign focuses on ‘PEI Pork At Home’, with multiple ways for Islanders to celebrate PEI hog farmers by cooking...
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...
Public, industry weigh-in on future of agriculture
2017-08-01
Public and industry feedback is helping set the stage for the continued success of the Island’s agriculture sector.
What We’ve Heard: The Next Policy Framework for Agriculture (2018-2023) is now available at Growing Forward 2 Programs.
“One of the ways the provincial government is helping our...
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...
Agriculture partnership will strengthen industry
2017-07-21
Creating jobs for Islanders -
A new agriculture policy framework will strengthen Canada’s agriculture industry and product sectors and allow them to innovate, grow, and prosper.
Key elements of the Canadian Agricultural Partnership, a five-year, $3 billion investment, were agreed upon today at...
What We’ve Heard Consultations Report - Canadian Agricultural Partnership
2017-06-29
This report summarizes what the PEI Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (PEI DAF) has heard so far during its consultations with clients and stakeholders. Information was collected from an evaluation of the Department’s Growing Forward 2 (GF2) programs, meetings with stakeholders, an industry...