(Ottawa) 04 July 2012 – Beef producers have another opportunity to provide input into the redevelopment of the beef cattle Code of Practice by participating in a new on-line survey on routine management practices, such as animal identification (branding), dehorning, and castration. To complete this confidential 10-minute survey, go to www.nfacc.ca/codes-of-practice/beef-cattle and click on surveys. The first survey, which examines awareness of and attitudes towards the beef Code, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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.
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 […]
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, […]
This is a reminder that there will be a Feeder Sale on Saturday May 5, 2012 at Atlantic Stockyards; sale time is 10:00 am. Notes: Vaccinated cattle will be uniquely identified, all cattle will be sold by order of arrival. Vaccinated cattle must be accompanied by a vaccination declaration. Producers are encouraged to pre register all feeder cattle as early as possible – ASL will […]
The Atlantic Agricultural Leadership Program is currently recruiting for its eighth class to begin in the fall of 2012. This two-year program is intended for individuals working in all aspects of agriculture. It is designed to provide knowledge and build skills to become progressive leaders for the agricultural sectors in Atlantic Canada. If you are interested or know of anyone whom might be a suitable […]
The Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture (NSDA) announced a continuation of the Genetic Enhancement Program for 2012-13. The objective of the program is to ‘increase the competitive position of the targeted livestock commodities by investing in improved genetic material for Nova Scotia flocks / herds. To be eligible for this program, producers must have a current farm registration, must be registered and submitting levy to […]