Agriculture is essential to the rural way of life on Prince Edward Island. Governments remain committed to the continued expansion and success of the PEI agricultural sector by ensuring producers have the tools they need to manage significant risks that threaten the viability of...
The next generation of PEI’s agriculture industry now has a new resource to help navigate supports that can help establish and grow farm businesses. Through Next Generation Farming PEI, the Department of Agriculture is offering new and young farmers across the province access to...
Food waste refers to food that is intended for human consumption but that is discarded at some point along the food supply chain (such as in production, processing, distribution, retail, food service, households, etc.). Food waste can have significant environmental, social and...
The Province is taking the preliminary steps of reviewing food waste across the Island and the impacts it can have on our communities and the environment. As PEI continues to cement itself as a leading food provider for residents of the province, across Canada and the world...
What are the Swine Importation Regulations? The Swine Importation Regulations of the Animal Health Act are in place to protect all swine on PEI from the introduction of specific diseases that could negatively impact or kill swine that become infected. Why do I need to apply for a...
If you’ve ever had your soil or water tested, you might be familiar with the PEI Analytical Lab. While the lab is well-known for its environmental testing on soil and water, it’s less known for the role it plays in supporting the province’s livestock industry, particularly in the...
With rolling hills, roadside market stands, busy harbours and animals big and small, Prince Edward Island’s primary industries are a great inspiration for beauty. The Department of Agriculture is inviting Islanders to showcase and enjoy that beauty by participating in its annual...
The Province is launching a grant program for agricultural operations looking to make improvements to living quarters located on the farm. The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) in Agriculture Housing Improvement Program will provide eligible agriculture operations with grants of up...
The guidelines are designed to protect the public and animal health and to reduce the risk of contamination of drinking water supplies and surface water resources. The permanent discarding or temporary storage of exposed carcasses on the surface of the ground or the disposal of...
The Farmers Talk program is being renewed for a second year after assisting hundreds of Prince Edward Island’s farmers and their families find help to deal with the mental and emotional stress associated with farming life. FarmersTalk.ca encourages farmers, producers and family...