On Friday October 4th, more than 20 producers participated in the second annual NSCP Fall Field Day. The day was designed to focus on various approaches to cattle handling, vaccination programs as well as exploring options for feeder calf markets. The NSCP would like to thank our hosts for opening their farm to visitors as well as sharing their knowledge and expertise. Participants included: Ian […]
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 a partnership. Formerly presented as When to Lease, When to […]
Important Update The third stop of tomorrow’s Field Day will be at Eric Millen’s in Great Village. If you have any questions, please call 893-7455.
Join the Nova Scotia Cattle Producers, Perennia your fellow producers to discuss safe animal handling and benefits of vaccinated cattle during our annual fall field day. This will be a great opportunity to network with fellow producers. Round trip bus transportation will be provided from the Annapolis Valley to each of the farms. The bus will pick up passengers at the following times and locations: […]
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 save the date and join us on Wednesday September 25th […]
Atlantic Stockyards Limited – Feeder Sale Results – September 14, 2013 All classes of cattle sold very strongly at the first fall feeder sale. Strong buyer demand for vaccinated yearlings. 110 head of cattle (16% of the sale volume) sold for over $150/lb. Next feeder sale October 19, watch www.atlanticstockyards.com or call 902 893 9603 for fall dates Top Single >500lbs – Char steer weighing […]
The Maritime Beef Testing Society is now accepting bull applications for the 2013-14 Test Season in Nappan. Please see the documents below for information regarding this year’s test. Each will open in PDF 2013-14 Memo to Producers 2013-14 Recommendations for Bulls 2013-14 Bull Health Certification 2013-14 Bull Application That the Maritime Beef Test Station’s Annual General Meeting will be on Saturday November 16, 2013 starting […]
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 direct links to each of the platforms: (link will open […]
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 Introductory Welding For more information please see the Dalhousie Extended Learning […]
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 buy local, and it’s something he thought might work in […]