Events

WBPANS will host their Field Day on July 18, 2023 in Caledonia, NS.

Join  Vehicle Inspection Officer Ken Chisholm for a review of the regulations for farmers moving agricultural vehicles and equipment on public roads. Pre-register by emailing Victoria.Simpson@novascotia.ca or calling 902-863-4705 by March 3rd.

Information session on Farm Technician Trade! Hear from the NSFA, Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency and Dalhousie University and learn about: The development of Farm Technician in Nova Scotia How to become a journey person How to hire apprentices or put your employees through apprenticeship training Join us online from 1:00pm-2:30pm on March 9th. A Zoom … Continued

Join panelists from  Safety Services Nova Scotia, Animal Health Canada and Nova Scotia farms for a discussion on Emergency Preparedness and coping with Natural Disasters. Presented as part of the 2023 Canadian Agriculture Safety Week programs. Panelists will present and discuss topics relating to natural disasters as well as answer questions from participants. Please register … Continued

Join in person or online for this presentation by Safety Advisor Sterling Kendall of the Occupational Health and Safety Division. Presented as part of the 2023 Canadian Agriculture Safety Week programs. Please register, including your preference to attend in person or online. Overview OHS in Nova Scotia Name* First Last Email* I will be attending:* … Continued

An online panel discussion  covering many aspects of youth safety.  Participants include a Safety Advisor from OHS, a provincial 4-H staff member and farmers. Panelists will talk about their roles in keeping youth safe, and there will be an opportunity for questions. Presented as part of the 2023 Canadian Agriculture Safety Week programs. Please register … Continued

Aggies & Foodies Tour Wednesday, March 22, 2023- 9AM start and 3PM finish in West Hants area. Join Meet Your Farmer, Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture, and the Nova Scotia Institute of Agrologists, for a one-day tour to visit farms, food processing, and more! This is a great opportunity to hear from farmers and food … Continued

Looking to brush up on your presentation skills? This online training is great for anyone who: speaks on panels is participating in agriculture in the classroom is feeling nervous about speaking (even to their peers) We will review different presentation styles, tips for preparing slides and preparing for virtual presentations. Your Zoom link will sent … Continued

The Nova Scotia Fruit Growers Association is having their spring workshop on the mornings of March 28 and March 29 from 9 am till noon. The session on March 28 from 9am till noon will be held at the Waterville Fire Hall, 1415 County Home Road, Cambridge, NS and will have the option to attend … Continued

Join  Vehicle Inspection Officer Ken Chisholm for a review of the regulations for farmers moving agricultural vehicles and equipment on public roads. Pre-register by emailing kim.kelly2@novascotia.ca or calling 902-563-2000.