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Directory puts fresh, local food on the map
2017-06-21
No matter where you are in Prince Edward Island, the province’s fresh food directory can help find the nearest fresh fish or produce.
The 2017 Fresh Products Directory is available at PEI Flavours or by phoning 1-866-PEIFARM. It can also be found at any of the province’s Visitor Information...
Photo contest celebrates agriculture and fisheries
2017-06-19
Islanders can showcase the natural beauty inspired by our agriculture and fisheries industries through government’s annual photo contest.
The “Celebrate PEI Agriculture and Fisheries” photo contest lets shutterbugs capture Prince Edward Island’s lush rolling hills, roadside market stands, busy...
Plant health laboratory accepting samples
2017-06-16
The Prince Edward Island Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory is now accepting samples for the 2017 season.
The free service helps home gardeners, farmers, and greenhouse operators identify potential plant diseases and manage or prevent the disease. Crops that can be tested include potatoes,...
Minister Alan McIsaac’s statement on honey bee health
2017-05-23
The following is a statement from Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Alan McIsaac:
I would like to clarify recent misinformation about the importation of honey bees to Prince Edward Island.
While the province does allow the import of honey bees from other jurisdictions, a strict import protocol...
Minister pleased with progress at agriculture meetings
2017-05-11
Canada's federal, provincial, and territorial (FPT) agriculture ministers met in Ottawa yesterday to help Canadian farmers and food processors grow their businesses.
Ministers discussed next steps toward developing the forthcoming agricultural policy framework, and they will reconvene in July to...
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...
Animal Welfare Act
2017-04-13
Overview of Animal Welfare Act:
Animals must be provided with adequate food, water, and shelter and access to veterinary care when injured or ill.
It is illegal to travel with dogs, and other companion animals, in the back of a pickup truck.
Any form of cosmetic surgery (tail...