NL Federation of Agriculture

Congratulations to the Honourable Pleaman Forsey on your appointment as Minister of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands, & Minister of Crown Lands. We’re looking forward to working together to support our farmers and keep growing a strong, sustainable agriculture industry in NL!

Atlantic Open Farm Day is supported by @AAFC_Canada. #NL #GCAggie scientist Dr. Julia Wheeler discovered that “mini greenhouse” technology and alternative potato varieties can help extend the growing season for farmers in Northern Canada. Learn more: agriculture.canada.ca/en/science/sto…

The NL Federation of Agriculture would like to congratulate Minister MacDonald on his appointment as Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. We look forward to working with you to support farmers in Newfoundland and Labrador and across Canada. cfa-fca.ca/2025/05/13/cfa…

NLFA welcomes Minister Dempster to Agriculture! We look forward to working together in her new role. We'd also like to thank Minister Byrne for his leadership & support for agriculture. We wish him much success in his new portfolio. gov.nl.ca/releases/2025/…

Applications are open for the 2025 Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program to support established farmers & new entrants who are growing NL’s agriculture & agrifoods sectors. The deadline to apply is April 25. More info: gov.nl.ca/releases/2025/… @NLFarms @NLYoungFarmers #GovNL

Tune in to CFA's #AgDebate2025 on April 17 at 5:00pm EST to hear directly from the Fed. parties on the issues that matter most to CDN farmers. Some of the Topics include: Risk management | Labour | Sustainability | Trade & more. 🔗 Watch via CFA’s Facebook or LinkedIn: #cdnag

Applications are now open for the 2025 Provincial Agrifoods Assistance Program to support established farmers & new entrants who are growing NL’s agriculture & agrifoods sectors. The deadline to apply is April 25. More info: gov.nl.ca/releases/2025/… @NLFarms @NLYoungFarmers #GovNL

#SustainableCdnAg projects strengthen the competitiveness, innovation & resiliency of NL's agriculture, agrifood & agri‐based products sectors. Applications are open for 2025-26. Visit gov.nl.ca/ffa/sustainabl… for info. @NLFarms @NLYoungFarmers @AAFC_Canada #GovNL

The NL Federation of Agriculture would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Graham Ralph Flight, who served as Minister of Forestry and Agriculture from 1989-1996. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. barretts.ca/obituaries/Gra…

RALP helps farmers & producers maintain healthy soil, water, wildlife habitat & biodiversity & adapt to the impacts of climate change. Applications open until March 15. Info: gov.nl.ca/ffa/sustainabl… @AAFC_Canada @NLFarms #GovNL

Applications open for 2025-26! #SustainableCdnAg projects strengthen the competitiveness, innovation and resiliency of NL's agriculture, agrifood and agri‐based products sector. Visit gov.nl.ca/ffa/sustainabl… for info. @GovNL @NLFarms @NLYoungFarmers @AAFC_Canada #GovNL

Farming can be dangerous work. NL farmers follow strict safety measures to ensure safe workplaces for all. Check out casa-acsa.ca/en/canadian-ag… for info on safe & sustainable agriculture. #FarmSafetyEveryday #SustainableCdnAg @planfarmsafety @NLFarms @NLYFF #GovNL

Tariffs will have severe negative consequences for farmers and consumers on both sides of the border, and will help no one except our global competitors. Click here to see CFA's previous press release regarding tariffs and their impact on #cdnag: cfa-fca.ca/2025/02/02/tar… #cdnpoli

Premier Furey responds to United States tariffs 📰 Read the statement here: gov.nl.ca/releases/2025/…

In times of uncertainty, it can be hard to know how to deal with stress and anxiety. Find resources to help on our Mental Health Hub. casa-acsa.ca/en/mental-heal… #agmentalhealth #emergencypreparedness #sustainablecdnag

Applications open for 2025-26! #SustainableCdnAg projects strengthen the competitiveness, innovation and resiliency of NL's agriculture, agrifood and agri‐based products sector. Visit gov.nl.ca/ffa/sustainabl… for info. @GovNL @NLFarms @NLYoungFarmers @AAFC_Canada #GovNL

March is Canadian Agriculture Literacy Month! Thanks to @AITCNL for inspiring NL students & sparking their interest in pursuing careers in agriculture. Check out some of the fun activities planned this month: aitcnl.ca/literacy-month @NLFarms #CALM25 #GovNL

RALP helps farmers & producers maintain healthy soil, water, wildlife habitat & biodiversity & adapt to the impacts of climate change. Applications open until March 15. Info: gov.nl.ca/ffa/sustainabl… @AAFC_Canada @NLFarms #GovNL

Farmers are essential to a strong local agriculture sector, but the people who support their work are key to their success. Hon. Gerry Byrne @NLFarms & Pollen Nation marked #CdnAgDay by celebrating the folks who buy local & keep agriculture growing strong. #BuyNLCan #GovNL

The 2025 Provincial Vegetable Transplant Program is open to eligible commercial farmers until Feb. 24! Apply at gov.nl.ca/ffa/vtp/. Check out this recent Land & Sea episode featuring our great program and the people who make it happen! youtube.com/watch?v=iVebRE… #GovNL #NLFarms