Author Archives: SPANS

Applying for Agencies, Boards and Commissions (ABCs)

Applications are now being accepted for a wide variety of volunteer opportunities with more than 150 ABCs – including a variety of agriculture boards, like the Meat Inspection Board. The Spring 2019 deadline for on line applications to be a member of an Adjudicative ABC is Wednesday, May 22, 2019. To learn more and apply […]

On-Farm Safety Inspection Workshop and Substance Abuse in the Workplace

On-Farm Safety Inspection Workshop – Feb 22 Have you ever wondered how an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) inspection occurs? What do Inspectors look for on your farm? Is your farm ready for an inspection visit?  Learn about how an OHS inspection works on a farm, what your requirements are and how to create a […]

Draxxin Approved for Ovine Foot Rot

Montreal – September 7, 2018. Zoetis Canada announces that Draxxin® (tulathromycin) Injectable Solution has received approval from Health Canada for the treatment of ovine foot rot associated with Dichelobacter nodosus when systematic treatment is required due to the presence of active lesions. Foot rot, which is caused when the bacteria Dichelobacter nodosus infects the horn […]

Upcoming Workshops and Contests

Chainsaw Safety Awareness Workshop: September 13th – Falmouth, NS: 9AM – 4PM (Register with info@farmsafetyns.ca by September 5th) October 4th – Truro, NS: 9AM – 4PM (Register with info@farmsafetyns.ca by September 27th) FSNS Member Cost: $75.00. Youth Calendar Drawing Contest: (Register by September 30th at farmsafetyns.ca) Youth Video Contest: (Register by September 30th at farmsafetyns.ca) Progressive […]