Amy VanderHeide

A chance run-in for @chicken_nova Chair @AmyVanderheide with @KodyBloisNS and PM @MarkJCarney! Good opportunity to chat about supporting farmers and supply management on the hustings. #IHeartChickenFarmers #Elxn45 #cdnpoli

Farm vs. Factory: an important interview with @AvondaleSky’s Karl Coutinho about the impact the Premier’s new Commercial Wine Support Program will have on our Nova Scotia farm wineries. #nspoli #nsloyal?

If you’re a fellow student reading this and are experiencing stress and fear of the unknown, please reach out to the supports offered to student #mentalhealth. We’re all in this together.

If this is it, if our year is over, there will be people who simply cannot jump back into this schedule, this time commitment. I stand with our instructors, and I’m hoping beyond hope that NSCC does the right thing for its staff and its students.

As a mature student who’s committed the past 2.5 years, while working full time, raising a family, and contributing to my community, all while working towards my diploma and planning to graduate in June, I can’t express how much a strike would devastate me.

A big thanks to @dalagriculture for inviting Chicken Farmers of Nova Scotia for their poultry themed Aggies in the Community Dinner last evening. The menu, prepared by chef Peter Welton, was “Poultry Perfect”👌

OPINION: Liberals’ disdain for agriculture showcased in senators’ “let them eat cake” actions on C-234 realagriculture.com/2023/12/libera…

Despite existing exemptions from carbon fees, Manitoba farmers say high energy bills keep them from making efficiency upgrades. Enter federal bill C-234, which environmental experts call another hole in Canada’s flagship climate policy. via @jsrutgers thenarwhal.ca/farmers-carbon…

@CornwallisFarms @farmsafetyns @NSFA Well deserved recognition for David’s hard work and committee to Farm Safety 👏

Proud Mama moment - my son David was the recipient of the Lloyd Evans Award for his work on Farm Safety at the NSFA banquet last night @farmsafetyns @NSFA

I rose in the @SenateCA Chamber tonight to speak to the amendment on Bill C-234. Our farmers, ranchers and growers matter! #CdnAg #CdnPoli youtu.be/7fSBYUlAiTI

Lola and I are spending the evening as trail monitors for the @townofkentville and @landmarkeast Annual Pumpkin Walk! It’s a beautiful evening to take a walk outside and support a great cause!

Had a great evening representing @chicken_nova at @devourfest last evening! Thanks to Chicken Farmers of Canada Young Farmer Program participant and one of Chicken Farmers of Nova Scotia’s new entrant, Rachel for attending with me! #iheartchickenfarmers @TheInsideCoop

Celebrating a 9th Birthday with the @BlueJays! Definitely a #NextLevel experience! Go Jays!!

We are so proud to lead #CFAFPT23 Roundtable in #NewBrunswick. We are grateful to all the FPT AG Ministers for engaging & critical discussions pertaining to Sustainable AG & how we can nationally work together to achieve success for CDN farmers/ranchers & Canada. #cdnag #cdnpoli

Great afternoon @CFAFCA Thanks for inviting @TheInsideCoop to be a part of this afternoons panel presentation, and networking with #CdnAg Ministers. Always a pleasure to be a part of these discussions.

Depression’s lesson to me: when the day is good- live for today. When the day is bad- live for tomorrow. #SickNotWeak

In Case You Missed It: Watch our interview with CTV Regina about the launch of AgTalk, a peer-to-peer support platform powered by Togtherall for everyone involved in agriculture! 🎥📺 regina.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=2… 🌾👥 AgTalk is a safe and anonymous space, powered by Togetherall, where producers, ranchers, and anyone connected to the agricultural industry can connect, share experiences, and receive support from others who truly understand. 🤝💚 🌟 What makes AgTalk powered by Togetherall so special? 🌟 ✅ 24/7 Monitoring: AgTalk is closely monitored by experienced clinicians who ensure the platform remains a safe and supportive environment for everyone involved. ✅ Peer-to-Peer Support: Connect with like-minded individuals who live, work, and play in agriculture, sharing insights, stories, and challenges. ✅ Safe & Anonymous: AgTalk provides a judgment-free zone where you can discuss sensitive topics openly, without revealing your identity. Ready to join AgTalk? It's easy! Simply visit domore.ag/agtalk to register and become part of this incredible community.

Second stop in #NS today was Bayview Poultry Farms! I learned about the hard work of Nova Scotia’s egg producers and their contributions to #CdnAg. Thank you to the Jennings family for hosting me! #AgMatters #NSag @GetCracking @eggsoeufs @EggFarmersofNS

Encouraging market ready chickens to get up, release some trapped heat and get in some water. Record breaking heat for June 1st in the Maritimes. #iheartchickenfarmers

The situation in NS is scary. I hope these rules are respected and enforced, our resources are stretched and it’s far too early in the season to see this many fires across our small province.