NSDA to have new Deputy Minister

The province is reassigning senior-level positions to reflect changes to government departments and to best serve Nova Scotians, Premier Darrell Dexter announced today, May 31. “These new appointments will ensure government’s senior management team is able to most effectively meet the needs of Nova Scotians,” said Premier Dexter. “Nova Scotia is fortunate to have such a talented and dedicated team of deputy ministers to oversee […]

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NSCP Special Meeting Rescheduled- Now June 8, 2012

Notice is hereby given to members that the Nova Scotia Cattle Producers will hold a special producers’ meeting on Friday June 8, 2012 at 3:00pm.  The intent of this meeting will be to increase the Provincial portion of levy from $1.00 to $2.00. The meeting will be held at the River John Fire Hall immediately following the presentations at the Cape John Pasture Tour.  The […]

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Fundraiser for Ruth Kaiser- June 15th

There will be a “Rally for Ruth” on Friday June 15, 2012 at the Truro Legion starting at 5:00 pm to raise money to help offset living expense while she awaits a lung transplant in Toronto. Ruth was the long time office manager of the Nova Scotia Cattlemen’s Association and has been a great supporter of the beef industry and its producers over the years. […]

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NSCP Special Meeting Reminder- May 29, 2012

Notice is hereby given to members that the Nova Scotia Cattle Producers will hold a special producers’ meeting on Tuesday May 29, 2012 at 2:00pm.  The meeting will be held at the Holiday Inn located at 437 Prince Street.  The intent of this meeting will be to increase the Provincial portion of levy from $1.00 to $2.00.

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Cape John Pasture Field Day- June 8th

The 2012 Cape John Community Pasture Beef Field Day will take place on Friday June 8th at the Cape John Community Pasture from 9:00 am to 3:330 pm.  This learning event will include presentations and information on fencing, fertility management and use of ultrasound to determine carcass quality.  Lunch will be provided and will be prepared with Nova Scotia grass fed beef.  to reserve your spot, please […]

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Pasture Tour May 23rd in Lunenburg

Pasture Tour Date: May 23rd 6:00 pm Location: Shobac Farms, Upper Kingsburg Road, Upper Kingsburg, Nova Scotia (15 min from Lunenburg) Join AgraPoint specialists Jonathan Wort, beef and sheep specialist, Amy Sangster, soil specialist, and Bill Thomas, forage specialist,  for coffee and conversation about the management of our Nova Scotian grass advantage. We’ll be looking at soil test results and pasture fertility, pasture productivity, rotational grazing, […]

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