“Soil health” is a term often used to define the ability of a soil to function. It focuses on all three primary soil properties: the physical, chemical, and biological components and how they affect plant productivity. By testing soil health parameters, we can better understand...
The public is invited to provide input on new draft regulations under the Prince Edward Island Building Codes Act. The Act will support Islanders by allowing for consistent building regulations as PEI is adopting both the National Building Code of Canada and the National Energy...
An increase in funding will improve access to mental health support for farmers, their families and employees facing challenges. The Farmer Assistance Program (FAP) provides confidential, professional counselling services to farmers who need it during difficult times. Funding for...
Grants are available to fund projects through a program that connects Islanders to nutritious local food. The Community Food Security Program helps community groups, schools, early child-care centres and other organizations provide information about where local food comes from...
The Prince Edward Island Department of Agriculture is committed to helping Islanders and tourists appreciate and enjoy products produced and harvested locally. To help promote local products, copies of the Fresh Products Directory are printed and distributed to locations across PEI. Farms or seafood markets who would like to have their business listed in the Directory are required to register. What is the Fresh Products Directory? The Fresh Products Directory (FPD) is an annual publication created: to support primary producers who direct market agri-food and seafood products to consumers. in a...
Determining Phosphorus Fertilization Requirements for Potatoes based on Phosphorus Saturation Index for PEI - fact sheet
Agriculture is essential to the rural way of life on Prince Edward Island. Governments remain committed to the continued expansion and success of the PEI agricultural sector by ensuring producers have the tools they need to manage significant risks that threaten the viability of...
A landmark partnership is underway to protect the environment on Prince Edward Island by conserving threatened grassland bird species. The initiative between the Government of Prince Edward Island and ALUS Canada, A Weston Family Initiative, encourages farmers to delay their...
Expanding and renovating Prince Edward Island’s three grain elevators will help the province’s agriculture industry grow and lead to increased prosperity for all Islanders. The PEI Grain Elevators Corporation (GEC) has received a $9.2 million repayable loan from the provincial...
Claim Form for Strategic Industry Growth Initiative