Young Farmer Resources
FarmNext
FarmNEXT encourages new farmers to begin farming in Nova Scotia. If you’re ready to start a commercial farming venture (with minimum annual sales of $10,000), the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture is ready to help you. FarmNEXT provides program funds linked to Nova Scotia Farm Loan Board loans for start up and succession projects.
ThinkFarm
This website is the result of a new entrant working group and is a resource for beginning farmers in Nova Scotia. However, it is a great resource for existing or transitioning farmers too.
Farm Family Support Center
The Farm Family Support Center offers a free and confidential consultation and referral service for Nova Scotian farm families seeking assistance in financial counselling, legal services, goal setting, interpersonal relationships, anger and stress management, psychological counselling, non-family dispute, resolutions, marriage counselling and children/teen conflicts. The Farm Family Support Center can be the key to getting through stressful situations. The ultimate goal of the Farm Family Support Center is to improve the quality of life for the Nova Scotian farm family. Stressful times can put a strain on the relationships in your family but we can help. The Center offers guidance and support designed to help the individual family resolve issues. Call toll free at 1-877-418-7555, before a problem becomes a crisis.
Media Subscriptions
Are you interested in some of these E-News, Magazines, Newsletters??
Glacier FarmMedia Supplies Subscriptions; such as, GrainNews, Country Guide, Cattlemen, AgCanada, etc.