Following a commitment in the 2025 Speech from the Throne, the Province is offering a new program to purchase designated potato wart index fields from producers and agricultural operations. The PEI Index Field Buy-Back Program will add to existing investments and initiatives to...
Grants are again available to fund projects as part of a provincial government program that connects Islanders to nutritious local food. The Community Food Security Program will help community groups, schools, early child-care centres and other organizations provide information...
The report provides information from a survey on newcomers’ priorities for agriculture.
PEI Analytical Laboratories (PEIAL) provides chemical and microbiological analysis for water, soil, dairy, animal feed, seed, plant tissue, manure, and compost samples, and disease identification service for crops. The lab is accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) to...
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...
Advice for livestock, poultry, and horse owners Your animals are your responsibility. You need to include them in your planning in the event of an emergency. The following information will help you prepare to ensure the welfare of your animals during extended dry or drought...
Simply put, nutrient management is about making sure that crop and livestock nutrient needs are met, while at the same time, not having those nutrients in excess. It aims to optimize crop yield and quality, minimize input costs and protect soil and water. The principles of...
This report provides information about the Department and its activities during April 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021