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On-Farm Composting Course October 19-20

Dalhousie University Faculty of Agriculture will be offering an on-farm composting course on October 19 and 20, 2012 as part of their ‘Learn 2 Farm Program’ This practical training course is based on sound science and techniques, to help grow your farm! During this 2-day course, participants will learn: • The basic biological processes involved in making compost. […]

Annual Nappan Field Day- October 20, 2012

The annual field day at the Nappan Experimental farm will be held on Saturday October 20, 2012.  This event will feature presentations from speakers on forage production and quality as well as beneficial fatty acids is sheep, and alternative finishing on different pasture types.  the presentations will be followed by lunch and a tour of the current […]

Livestock Medicines for the Meat and Milk Industries

NSAC is pleased to offer Livestock Medicines for the Meat and Milk Industries. http://www.nsac.ca/cde/courses/livestock/default.asp In this one-day course, participants will learn about the proper handling, storage, and use of livestock medicines. Course materials will coincide with on-farm food safety programs and will lead to improved consumer confidence. Who Should Attend? Any producer who administers medicine to livestock […]

Nova Scotia lamb producers see potential

From the Chronicle Herald- September 15, 2012 LOWER ONSLOW — There’s a reason Fred Hamilton’s farm has been in his family since 1760 — adaptability and a little bit of help. Farmers, like few others, know the importance of adjusting to changing circumstances if they want to stay in operation. Such was the case 10 […]