Using Survey Monkey the CFGA has developed an internet based survey aimed at those who purchase and utilize forage crops in their businesses (farm, processing, reclamation etc.). The CFGA views feedback from end users of forage seed as an essential component for the development of a Canadian forage variety testing strategy. Ongoing independent forage variety […]
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Minimize Taxes and Maximize Purchasing Power In this session, chartered accountant Lance Stockbrugger will walk you through the “buy or lease” question, which can be both intimidating and confusing, and help you make the best decision for your operation. You’ll also get money-saving tax tips and explore the benefits of incorporating your business or establishing […]
The NSFA has invited the current Agriculture Minister and Agriculture critics to join them for an Agriculture Election Forum on Wednesday, September 25th. They have invited them to address their party platform as it relates to the future of agriculture in Nova Scotia. They are working on a series of questions and other material. Please […]
Nova Scotians will head to the polls on October 8, 2013 to elect the next Government in Nova Scotia. In the coming weeks, we will cooperate with the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture to keep the agriculture industry informed as well as provide opportunities to participate in discussions with each of the parties. Below are […]
The Dalhousie Faculty of Agriculture will offer various extended learning courses throughout the fall of 2013 in their Certificate and Learn to Farm Program. Certificate Program: Specialization in Organic Agriculture Pesticide Certification Master Gardner Training Operant Conditioning Behaviour Analysis- Level 1 Learn 2 Farm Program: Post Harvest Management (New) The Modern Beekeeper The Modern Shepherd […]
SPANS is proud to sponsor the trophies for the Market Lamb Competition at the NSPE held in Truro on Sat. Aug. 24th, 2013. Our congratulations to the winners in each of the following categories: Class 1: Heavy – 100 lbs and over 1st place – Beverly Palmeter of Marshcrest Farm, Grand Pre, NS with a […]
From the Chronicle Herald August 27, 2013 It’s not uncommon for someone to notice a vehicle’s licence plates when they’re from out of province. But it was while travelling in the United States that fruit grower David Baldwin noticed one plate that not only caught his attention but inspired him. That plate encouraged people to […]
The Purebred Sheep Breeders Association of Nova Scotia has released the catalogue for their annual Atlantic Sheep Sale to be held on Labour Day Weekend. If you have any questions, please call Rosemary Wort at 902-671-2410 or email herngatefarm@ns.sympatico.ca. Date: Saturday August 31, 2013 Time: 11:00 am Location: Provincial Exhibition Grounds, Truro, NS Cover ’13 [PDF] […]
The New Brunswick Sheep Bredders’ Association will be holding a Workshop on Saturday October 26, 2013 at the Holiday Inn Express in Moncton starting at 9:00 am, Registration is $30 which includes coffee breaks and lunch.. The workshop will focus on “Strategies for Hard Times” and Feature sessions on Feeding for Profit, Health Problems that […]