by PEIFA | Aug 31, 2015 | PEIFA Today
Dale Hickox is pictured here with some of his valued employees at his farm in Vernon River. Dale has been farming since the late 70’s and he specializes in fresh market cauliflower. Dale grows the cauliflower from seed in his greenhouse and transplants them to the...
by PEIFA | Jun 30, 2015 | PEIFA Today
Peter and Jennifer Penny operate a mixed beef and strawberry farm in Belfast, PEI along with their children Nick, Rebecca, Curtis and Matthew (missing from picture). Penny’s Farm & Garden currently has 40 beef cattle and 3 acres of strawberries. In addition they...
by PEIFA | Jul 29, 2014 | Farm Safety
The PEI Federation of Agriculture is looking into hosting a grain bin rescue course this fall providing there is enough interest. This course will be one day in length and be open to both farmers and first responders. The course will offer both classroom and hands on...
by PEIFA | Jul 22, 2014 | Farm Safety
Before heading to the field with farm equipment it is imperative we assess the area for possible hazards with power lines and poles. Please review the following information on what to do if you come in contact with a line. MORE
by PEIFA | Jun 3, 2014 | PEIFA Today
With the introduction of daytime running lights which require vehicles built after 1989 to have daytime running lights installed (farm tractors and self-propelled farm implements are exempt) we have heard from some members who have these vehicles and question what to...
