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Source: Atlantic Farmer
On Dec 4, Dr. Temple Grandin will be a keynote speaker at “Celebrating Abilities Conference” (CAC) in Sydney, Cape Breton. CAC is an international gathering of more than 30 experts including researchers, clinicians, business owners, government representatives, activists, professors, and more. The purpose of the conference is to focus on four major streams, Autism, Social... (read more)
Source: Atlantic Farmer
Dr. Temple Grandin is the most accomplished and well-known adult with autism in the world. Her insights into animal behavior and her innovations in livestock handling have revolutionized food-animal welfare. She has inspired people around the world as a champion for individuals with autism and their... (read more)
Source: The Chronicle Herald
Farming in Nova Scotia is becoming a more lucrative business, with mink, apples, and blueberries leading the way. The net income of Nova Scotia farmers doubled to $52 million in 2012, up from $26 million the year before, Statistics Canada figures released Tuesday show. Pushing up farm income was an increase... (read more)
Source: NPR
Methane is the source of the gas we burn in stoves. You can also use it to make plastics, antifreeze, or fertilizer. It comes out of underground deposits, but it also seeps up from swamps, landfills, even the stomachs of cows. And while methane is valuable, a lot of it gets up into the atmosphere, where it becomes a... (read more)
Source: LA Times
All it took to reach a more realistic estimate of how much fish is being harvested from the sea was one scientist with an Internet connection and an inquisitive mind. Researchers at the University of British Columbia used satellite imagery from Google Earth to discover that large fish traps in the Persian Gulf... (read more)
Source: U of Guelph, Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics
Does regulating quota hold back efficient producers? Although the switch away from supply management to free market structure has reported large gains in efficiency in some cases (e.g., the United States tobacco industry), it is unclear whether the removal of supply management will have the same effect on the... (read more)
Source: Foodnavigator
Environment Canada says AquaBounty's AquAdvantage Salmon are not harmful to the environment or human health. AquaBounty Technologies - which is hoping to become the first company to introduce a genetically engineered (GE) animal to the human food supply - is another step closer after Environment Canada... (read more)
Source: The Chronicle Herald
Ottawa will appeal a World Trade Organization ruling that says aspects of Europe’s ban on imported seal products undermine fair trade but can be justified on “public moral concerns” for animal welfare… (read more)
Source: NSFA
NSFA is a proud AGVOCATE of Agriculture More Than Ever. Visit their site for interesting agriculture facts, resources, and stories from people working in the industry, and become an agvocate too... (read more)
Source: Atlantic Agricultural Leadership Program
You and your family have built a successful agricultural enterprise. You've invested years of your time, your talent, your sweat, and probably some tears to build something you can be proud of. But now it's time to start a new chapter in life, called Retirement. How can you and your family plan for a successful transition... (read more)
Source: NSFA
The Environmental Farm Plan (EFP) program is in the process of updating farm plans older than five years. EFP staff will contact you when your plan needs to be updated but we rely on the information that was provided to us when your farm signed up. If you have changed your phone number, address, sold your farm... (read more)
Source: ThinkFarm
Targeted at producers and processors looking to diversify into the agri-tourism business, this one-day workshop will feature speakers from industry, NGOs, and government. Topics will include: an overview of agri-tourism in Nova Scotia and other jurisdictions; the benefits of belonging to a tourism association... (read more)
Source: Canada Beef Inc
The organization representing the marketing and promotion of Canadian cattle and beef industry worldwide will be showcasing Canadian beef and veal at a series of high profile events in Abu Dhabi November 24 to 26. For Canada Beef Inc., SIAL Middle East represents an opportunity to drive awareness of the... (read more)
Source: The Western Producer
The Canadian Federation of Agriculture is warning that government-proposed Income Tax Act changes will make it more difficult to attract new entrants or outside investment into farming. The federal government is proposing to place new limits on the ability of producers to write off farm losses against income from... (read more)
Source: BBC
Nations meeting in Warsaw at UN talks have agreed a significant step forward towards curbing emissions from deforestation. A package of measures has been agreed here that will give "results-based" payments to developing nations that cut carbon by leaving trees standing. One observer told the BBC that this was... (read more)
Source: FCC
Young farmers from Nova Scotia and Alberta are winners of the 2013 Outstanding Young Farmers Award. Dairy farmers James and Amanda Kinsman of Berwick, N.S., and grain farmers Michael Kalisvaart and his wife Karen Jansen from Gibbons, Alta. were awarded the prize at the Outstanding Young Farmers... (read more)
Source: NSFA
Did you know that many of the world's hungry people are farmers? While we eat our dinner, some of the farmers who provided the food for our tables may go to bed hungry. More than 800 million people today don't have enough food to lead healthy lives. Two-thirds of them are involved in some way with the production... (read more)
Source: DigitalJournal.com
The Canadian organic industry is updating its standards and pursuing new domestic and international markets with a $500,000 investment by the Government of Canada. Member of Parliament Robert Goguen (Moncton-Riverview-Dieppe) made the announcement today on behalf of federal agriculture... (read more)
Source: NPR
Many organic farmers are hopping mad at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and their reason involves perhaps the most underappreciated part of agriculture: plant food, aka fertilizer. Specifically, the FDA, as part of its overhaul of food safety regulations, wants to limit the use of animal manure. "We think of it as... (read more)
THE NOVA SCOTIA ANGUS ASSOCIATION will meet on Sunday November 24, 2 to 4 pm at the Sobey's Community room at 68 Robie Street, Truro (former Fundy Mall location). The association is legally required to hold the Provincial Meeting prior to the Maritime Association meeting (the latter taking place on December 1 this year). There will be a wrap up report from the June Field Day and routine business, including discussion of support for 4-H in 2014. This year the Maritimes are to take nominations for Maritime Director to the Canadian Angus Board of Directors; Jim Colodey's term will be completed in 2014. The Maritimes have been represented by P.E.I. for the last 12 years; anyone interested in throwing their hat in the ring, it must go through the provincial meeting before being presented at the Maritime meeting. It would be appreciated if you could please let Betty Lou Scott know if you plan to attend. windcrest.farm@ns.sympatico.ca Hope to see many of you on the 24. You can attend our meeting and do some Christmas shopping while in Truro in one trip!!!!
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