This report summarizes the results of a public consultation project conducted by the Departments of Agriculture and Land; and Fisheries and Communities to gather feedback regarding perceptions and experiences of barriers limiting women’s participation in the agriculture,
Telling the story of Canadian Agricultural Partnership in PEI - The need for innovation and diversification
This report is the results from the PEI Animal Welfare Survey that was developed by the PEI Department of Agriculture and Land in in 2021 to understand public knowledge, attitudes and practices towards animal welfare and identify gaps in the animal welfare laws and polici
Telling the story of Canadian Agricultural Partnership in PEI - Haskap Farm
The Department of Agriculture has initiated a project focused on exploring food waste reduction on Prince Edward Island (PEI), and compiled information that could assist in addressing challenges related to food waste in the province.
Guidelines for Extreme Weather Preparedness Sub-Program
Ellen Davis comes from a long line of beef farmers and has a deep passion for the livestock sector—it's in her blood. As the Island’s new Livestock Champion, she’s eager to share her passion and make a positive impact on the industry in PEI. "Being raised on a farm, I developed a...
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...
Every day on farms across Prince Edward Island, producers have the health and well being of their families and farm workers top of mind. During Canadian Agricultural Safety Week March 12 to 18, it is important to recognize our Island producers for working safely and to...
Grants are again available to fund projects as part of a provincial government program that connects Islanders to nutritious local food. The Community Food Security Program will help community groups, schools, early child-care centres and other organizations provide information...