History

Founded in 1895, the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture has a long history of representing and supporting farmers across the province. This legacy reflects agriculture’s vital role in our communities and the ongoing need for a strong, united voice for farmers.

While our organization is rooted in tradition, we continually evolve to meet the changing needs of our members. Adapting alongside the industry is a constant, ensuring that we remain relevant and effective in our advocacy and support.

Looking ahead, innovation and forward planning are essential, but understanding our history is just as important—it shapes our path forward and reinforces the foundation on which we stand today.

Below is an exert from The History of the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture by: Lester Settle 

“The Nova Scotia Farmer’s Association was first conceived, oddly enough, not in a rural town hall or in the kitchen of a farmhouse, but in the offices of Dalhousie University. The birth of the Nova Scotia Farmers’ Association was quick and unspectacular, but it was not insignificant. The NSFA was, in fact, the junction of the two main trends of agricultural organization in Nova Scotia: government sponsorship, as represented by the whole history of the agricultural societies; and the “grass roots” movement.” 

For more information on the History of the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture, you can download the eBook here.