A Guide for Consumers and Farmers Can I purchase (raw) unpasteurized milk directly from farmers? No. The PEI Public Health Act has strict rules on the sale of unpasteurized milk and milk products from cows, goats, sheep, or other species prescribed in the regulations. Individuals...
A new Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP) program is now available to Prince Edward Island horticulture producers to help diversify crops, adapt to changing climates, and increase the supply of Island food products in markets across Canada. The...
The Temporary Foreign Worker (TFW) in Agriculture Industry Housing Improvement Program is designed to support the improvement of the quality of housing for temporary foreign workers in PEI’s agriculture sector that have been hired through the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program...
Soil compaction can be a symptom of poor soil health and can become a more difficult issue to combat if it is not addressed. Compaction can diminish a plant’s ability to uptake water and nutrients, reduces the soil’s natural erosion defence, and ultimately can result in a sub...
Tailgate Talks is a video series produced by Department of Agriculture to showcase our important agriculture industry on PEI. Tailgate Talks Episode 1 – PEI’s Future Farmer Program Ever wonder what it takes to enter into the Agriculture industry on PEI? Here is a first hand story...
The Agriculture Resiliency Program encourages a robust and adaptable industry through proactive risk management in agriculture. The program will support initiatives that build the strength and viability of the agriculture industry, as well as initiatives that assist industry in...
No matter where you are in Prince Edward Island, the province’s fresh food directory can help you find fresh local food. What is the Fresh Products Directory? The PEI Fresh Products Directory is a guide to connect growers, producers, processors, chefs, restaurants, tourism...
The provincial government is partnering with several local groups in PEI’s agriculture sector to offer food support packages for Islanders. In light of the increases in costs-of-living due to global events, the provincial government is collaborating with valued partners such as...
Biosecurity at the farm level can be defined as the management practices enabling producers to prevent the introduction and movement of disease-causing agents and pests onto, between, and off of agricultural operations. Biosecurity measures are used to minimize the risk of...
Prince Edward Island is remarkably striking this time of year. The gently sloping hillsides are a colourful delight with freshly cut forage, newly planted cereal and blueberry fields in blossom. Cattle grazing on sunny hillsides, while foxes wander through grassy pastures. Celebrate the beauty of our province by capturing these moments with a photo to be enjoyed for years to come. Enter for the chance to win prizes Finalists will be showcased in a gallery at the Celebrate PEI Agriculture display at Old Home Week. Category Winners One photo from each of the following categories will be selected...