Category Archives: Industry News & Events

Sheep Industry Enhancement Program

The Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture have released their newest CAP sheep industry program: The Sheep Industry Enhancement Program This program seeks to improve industry competitiveness and resilience through: – disease prevention and control; – enhancing animal health and welfare; and – improving genetic potential The application deadline is November 30, 2020.

Transportation Regulation Manifests and Training

The SPANS have resources available for producers regarding the transportation regulation amendments earlier this year. CFIA resources can be found within the Animal Health section of our website, as well as a fillable livestock manifest. Beginning September 1, 2020, manifest books will be available at our office for a fee of $10.00 each, for 50 […]

Emergency Forage Planning for When Hay is Tight

Realizing that unfortunately for many, hay supplies will likely be tight in the coming winter months, Real Agriculture have compiled a list of options either through management, planting, or feeding, to help keep animals cared for in the months ahead. Their full list of suggestions, such as culling mercilessly, fertilizing what you have, grazing crop […]

Maritime AgCast

Maritime producers will soon be able to catch local, regional and national guests discussing topics within the industry when the Agri-Commodity Management Association (ACMA) launches Maritime AgCast September 8, 2020! Brad McCallum will be chatting with various guests regarding important livestock topics, as well as keeping you updated on current markets and upcoming industry events. This podcast […]

CCWG Wool Collection Depot

During these challenging times, the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers Ltd (CCWG) wool depot is still in operation. The Wool Collection Depot is accepting wool with the shipment to go August 22 (earliest) or September 5 (latest). The date is dependent on the trucking company’s availability and will be communicated ASAP. Please contact: Bert Meyer, Hummingbird […]

Selection Process for New FCC Directors

In February 2016, the Prime Minister announced a new process for Governor in Council appointments. This new process is intended to be open, transparent, merit-based, and focused on identifying high-quality candidates who demonstrate Canada’s diversity. This process will be used to select new directors to serve on Farm Credit Canada’s (FCC) Board of Directors. The […]