• Young Farmers: Cultivate Your Future Conference 2026

    Inn on Prince, Truro

    Back again for the second time, we’re expanding our Conference to a two day affair! Join us at the Inn on Prince in Truro on January 15-16, 2026! Stay tuned for more details! Register online here. 

  • Farm Safety: Rural Watch: Because No Farmer Stands Alone

    Old Orchard Inn 153 Greenwich Rd S, Wolfville, NS, Canada

    Monday, February 2 | Old Orchard Inn, Greenwich NS | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Facilitated by Lauren Van Ewyk, National Farmer Mental Health Alliance Looking for a valuable professional development opportunity that can make a real difference in your community? Or maybe you just wish you had a few more tools in your toolbox … Continued

  • Farm Safety: Transportation Guidelines Session: Pictou County

    Do you have questions about the specific regulations for farm tractors and equipment? Farm Safety NS and NSDA are hosting a Transportation Guidelines Information session at the Pictou County Wellness Centre on February 19th from 7pm-9pm. Ken Chisolm from NS Vehicle Transportation Inspection will cover licensing requirements, registrations, towing, size restrictions and more. There will … Continued

  • Cultural Connections Workshop

    Do you hire through TFW or Immigration programs? Are you looking for practical ways to enhance your diverse workplace? Join us for an ISANS-led workshop to engage in conversation about communication and how to build connection across cultural differences. This workshop should be attended by a minimum of 2 people per business; an employer and … Continued

  • Emergency Management Workshop: Berwick

    Berwick & District Volunteer Fire Department 300 Commercial Street, Berwick, Nova Scotia

    Tuesday, March 3 10am-2pm Berwick Fire Hall, 300 Commercial Street, Berwick   Did you know that 92% of farms in NS do not have a written emergency plan? When emergencies happen, having key information ready can make all the difference. The NSFA is hosting a series of hands-on Emergency Preparedness Workshops designed to help farms … Continued

  • Young Farmers: Innovation Challenge Presentations

    Join the Nova Scotia Young Farmers’ to see the in-person presentations from participants in the 2026 Innovation Challenge. Participants are working on their chosen topics to propose applicable, practical, sustainable solutions to some of todays challenges in Nova Scotian agriculture. A panel of judges will evaluate the projects, and award cash prizes to the top … Continued

  • Emergency Management Workshop: Truro

    Cobequid District Fire Brigade 3830 NS-236, Lower Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Thursday, March 5 10am-2pm Cobequid District Fire Brigade, 3830 Hwy 236, Lower Truro   Did you know that 92% of farms in NS do not have a written emergency plan? When emergencies happen, having key information ready can make all the difference. The NSFA is hosting a series of hands-on Emergency Preparedness Workshops designed to … Continued

  • Farm Safety: Women’s Hands-On Tractor Workshop

    Join Farm Safety Nova Scotia and Green Diamond Equipment for an International Women’s Day celebration featuring a hands-on training on how to safely and confidently operate a tractor and machinery in a supportive and inclusive environment. Whether you are new to agriculture equipment or looking to refine your skills, this workshop offers expert guidance on … Continued

  • Emergency Management Workshop: Liverpool

    Milton Memorial Hall 168 Tupper Street, Milton, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Tuesday, March 10 10am-2pm Milton Memorial Hall, 168 Tupper Street, Milton   Did you know that 92% of farms in NS do not have a written emergency plan? When emergencies happen, having key information ready can make all the difference. The NSFA is hosting a series of hands-on Emergency Preparedness Workshops designed to help farms … Continued

  • Farm Safety: Transportation Guidelines Session: Cape Breton

    Do you have questions about the specific regulations for farm tractors and equipment? Farm Safety NS, the Inverness-Victoria Federation of Agriculture and NSDA are hosting a Transportation Guidelines Information session at St. Patrick Parish Hall on March 11 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Ken Chisolm from NS Vehicle Transportation Inspection will cover licensing requirements, registrations, towing, size restrictions … Continued