Ottawa – The life of a farmer is demanding and comes with different challenges and uncertainty. This can have a direct impact on mental health and our producers deserve access to mental health support, along with resources and tools that are tailored to their needs. Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced the launch of the new $3-million Producer Mental …
Nova Scotia – In Nova Scotia, an innovative agri-food business is growing – and it’s providing more than food. Maritime Gourmet Mushrooms Inc. is also cultivating jobs and a greener future. At its flagship farm in Great Village, the company grows and harvests exotic mushrooms for retail. Additionally, it supplies ready-to-bloom substrate – a wood-based nutrient block on which indoor …
