by Dan Woolley

Nova Scotia’s wild blueberry industry has been through many challenges in recent years, said Peter Swinkels, president of the Wild Blueberry Producers Association of Nova Scotia (WBPANS), at the association’s annual general meeting at the Best Western hotel in Truro on Nov. 18.

by Nicole Kitchener

After already experiencing a few below-average years, Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick potato growers were then forced to endure a tumultuous 2020. COVID-19 upheavals combined with drought conditions sunk provincial yields by 30 and 35 percent respectively. Growers were, therefore, relieved – and perhaps a bit surprised? – with 2021’s banner season.

by George Fullerton

Matthew Carlson with the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture recommended Nelson Fagan Jr. as someone who could provide insight into the province’s beef industry. We met at his farm property in the community of Conception Bay South in late September.

by Katie Trottier

While grain-dense livestock diets are common in parts of Canada, Atlantic farmers are challenged by high grain prices due to our climate and location. Good-quality forages should be the main goal for feeding ruminant livestock in Atlantic Canada, but grains can fit into feeding programs for both beef and sheep production with considerations. The presence of mycotoxins is a timely one for this winter.