The Department of Agriculture is dedicated to ensuring the growth, resilience and sustainability of Prince Edward Island's agricultural industry.
Some of the department’s responsibilities include:
- Growing and sustaining all elements of agriculture on PEI
- Working with farmers to ensure that their locally grown products continue to place PEI among the world leaders in food production and innovation
- Reducing barriers for the next generation of farmers
- Ensuring food safety and animal health and welfare
- Delivering business risk management programs to support the financial stability of agricultural producers
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Hon. Bloyce Thompson
Minister's Office
- Deputy MinisterDr. Carolyn Sanford
- Executive Administrative Assistant to the Minister and Deputy MinisterSuzie Frizzell
- Human Resources ManagerMichael Ready
- Bilingual Senior Communications OfficerKatie Cudmore
