This report summarizes what the PEI Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (PEI DAF) has heard so far during its consultations with clients and stakeholders.
Register your farm using the blue buttons at the bottom of this page. The online form below allows you to register your farm as required under the Farm Registration and Farm Organizations Funding Act to provide stable funding for general farm organizations in Prince Edward Island Which organizations receive funding? At present two organizations have been identified to receive funding under the Act: PEI Federation of Agriculture National Farmers Union Why is there a fee for the Farm Registration and Farm Organizations Act? The registration fee assists with ensuring that there is consistent...
Prince Edward Island is remarkably striking this time of year. The gently sloping hillsides are a colourful delight with freshly cut forage, newly planted cereal and blueberry fields in blossom. Cattle grazing on sunny hillsides, while foxes wander through grassy pastures. Celebrate the beauty of our province by capturing these moments with a photo to be enjoyed for years to come. Enter for the chance to win prizes Finalists will be showcased in a gallery at the Celebrate PEI Agriculture display at Old Home Week. Category Winners One photo from each of the following categories will be selected...
What is the purpose of the permit? The permit allows the holder (importer) to import to PEI the following: live honey bees genetic material used equipment A Bee Health Certificate is issued by the PEI Department of Agriculture Provincial Apiarist. How do I apply? Importers make...
Policy Evaluation of the PEI Department of Agriculture and Fisheries' Non-Business Risk Management Growing Forward 2 Programs. Conducted by the Policy and Agriculture Resource Division of the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (DAF).
What is a Pesticide Class A Applicator Certificate? An individual wanting to apply a commercial class pesticide to an agricultural crop must obtain a pesticide applicator certificate for agricultural use through the PEI Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action. *First...
It’s that time of year again – Open Farm Day is being celebrated across the region on Sunday, September 17, 2017. Farmers in Prince Edward Island will once again open their doors to give the public a first-hand look at how local farms contribute to Canadian agriculture. There is...
The Prince Edward Island Plant Disease Diagnostic Laboratory is now accepting samples for the 2017 season. The free service helps home gardeners, farmers, and greenhouse operators identify potential plant diseases and manage or prevent the disease. Crops that can be tested...
The Blueberry Blight Line is a service offered by the PEI Department of Agriculture to assist blueberry growers with Monilinia blight management. What is Monilinia Blight? Monilinia blight, which is also referred to as mummy berry can be found in most fruiting fields in PEI. It...
No matter where you are in Prince Edward Island, the province’s fresh food directory can help find the nearest fresh fish or produce. The 2017 Fresh Products Directory is available at PEI Flavours or by phoning 1-866-PEIFARM. It can also be found at any of the province’s Visitor...