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...
Today, the Province of Prince Edward Island announced initial assistance for the Island’s agriculture and trucking industries as they deal with the impacts of COVID-19. “The health and well-being of our communities depends on ready access to high-quality, healthy, safe food and...
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 and Land is inviting Islanders to showcase and enjoy that beauty by participating in...
Renewed funding for two aquaculture programs emphasizes government’s commitment to growing our Island’s primary industries, says Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries Alan McIsaac. “The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries is committed to supporting our primary food production...
A revamped program is now available to help new Island farmers establish or continue profitable and sustainable farm businesses on Prince Edward Island (PEI). Through mentorship, project funding, and training, the Future Farmer Program 2.0 helps farmers set and prioritize...
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...
Islanders are invited to showcase the province and its primary industries by entering the annual “Celebrate PEI Agriculture and Fisheries” photo contest. To participate in this year’s Department of Agriculture and Fisheries contest – and for contest details – visit...
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 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...