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Published June 26, 2025 at 940 × 788 in Welcome to the Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia!

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Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia

1 week ago

Join Farm Safety Nova Scotia and Andrew Hebda, a biologist and retired Curator of Zoology for Nova Scotia Museum, for a Tick Talk Session.This presentation will cover tick identification, their life cycle, farmer, crop and livestock interactions with ticks, and ways to prevent Lyme disease.Follow the link to register: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/n9jmcju ... See MoreSee Less

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Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia

2 weeks ago

With snow melting and some recent milder weather, winter cereals will be starting to wake up. Winter wheat breaks dormancy when it has had seven consecutive days of positive growing degree day accumulations (GDD) using a base temperature of 0C. To check GDD accumulations from a weather station near you, check out Perennia’s Farm Data Tools GDD Calculator (www.farmdatatools.perennia.ca/). Once dormancy has broken, you can assess the stand for winter survival and tiller counts, which can help inform your nitrogen fertility strategy going forward. There was delayed emergence in some fields last fall due to lack of moisture for germination, so the plants may have had slightly less time to get established and tiller in the fall, even if it was planted on time. Nitrogen at green-up will help to boost spring tillering while a second application at GS32 will help to support growth through stem elongation. ... See MoreSee Less

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Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia

4 weeks ago

Maintaining and balancing minerals can be commonly overlooked in our rotational grazing systems. Check out this virtual presentation by Dr. Annie Williams, a UK-based ruminant nutritionist specializing in mineral bioavailability on how producers can be mindful of minerals in their rotational grazing practices for both beef and sheep: youtu.be/6JfyQWunrBk Mineral Advice - Dr Annie Williams Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada #OFCAF ... See MoreSee Less

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Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia

4 weeks ago

Looking to strengthen your grazing knowledge this season? CFGA’s recent webinars brought together producers from across the country to dig into practical strategies for bison and small ruminant operations. From pasture management insights to adaptive grazing approaches these sessions are designed to help you build resilience on the land and in your operation.Missed it or want a refresher? Check out this week’s blog to learn more about the key takeaways and how CFGA continues to support producers through knowledge sharing and collaboration.Read the full blog here:www.canadianfga.ca/en/news/cfga-blog/general-1/cfgas-webinars-boost-grazing-skills-bison-small-ru...#CFGA #GrazingManagement #BisonProducers #SmallRuminants #CanadianAgriculture #PastureManagement ... See MoreSee Less

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Sheep Producers Association of Nova Scotia

1 month ago

✨Sweet meets savoury in this stunning Honeyed Saffron Lamb 🐑Tender rack of lamb roasted to perfection, brushed with golden honey, finished with a rich saffron cream sauce - elegant enough for entertaining, yet simple enough to recreate at home.With just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a flavour-packed meal ready to impress! ... See MoreSee Less

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