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The FarmersTalk program is a service that provides confidential, professional counselling services to farmers, farm employees and their families. The program recognizes that some problems can affect home life and work performance. When this happens, help may be required in...

What is West Nile Virus(WNV)? West Nile Virus is a vector-borne (mosquito) neurological disease affecting horses. WNV was first recognized in North America in 1999 and has spread over much of the United States and Canada since that time. What are the clinical signs of WNV...

What is integrated pest management? Integrated pest management (IPM) is the combination of cultural, mechanical, biological, and chemical tools to prevent, manage, and control pests (Figure 1). A pest is any organism that is harmful to humans or human concerns. They include weeds...

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...

Introduction The quantity and quality of feed offered to livestock has a significant impact on livestock productivity, growth and reproductive performance. In addition, feed cost remains the single largest variable cost associated with livestock production. Thus, a properly...

Dairy analysis fee schedule Package Name PEI Farmer Rate Off Island Farmer or Non-Farmer Rate DAIRY ANALYSIS (Raw Milk) (Rates do not include HST) (Rates do not include HST) Antibiotic Inhibitor** (Voluntary Cow Sample) Beta Lactams, Sulfa, Tetracyclines $15.00 $30.00 Individual...