RBC Horticulture NS Innovator of the Year
Congratulations to Indian Garden Farms - Glen and Marilyn Hebb and their son, Matthew - of Hebbville, Lunenburg County, on being the 2024 RBC Horticulture Nova Scotia Innovator of the Year. It is recognition well-deserved; this farm exemplifies not only innovation, but creativity and a true sense of community. It [...]
Welcome to our newest HNS Honorary Members!
Congratulations to Marg, Mark, Peter and Roger Sawler on being awarded Honorary Memberships with Horticulture Nova Scotia in recognition of worthy contributions to the horticultural industry. Each Sawler family member has been an integral part of both our industry and their community, and we thank them for decades of dedication! [...]
Upcoming Perennia events
Perennia has many webinars and in-depth workshops upcoming for our growers; there is something to interest everyone, providing benefit to you and your farm! To view what is on the schedule, click on this link.
Polar Vortex Industry Recovery Program
The Polar Vortex Industry Recovery Program Phase 1 is now closed. In Phase 1, Stream 1 provided virus testing support for grapes and stream 2 provided maintenance recovery for eligible crops. Please watch here for news on Phase 2 as it becomes available.
Mascot Drawing Contest July 2023 Winner!
We are so excited to announce the winner of our Mascot Drawing Contest- 'Mr. Corn'! This awesome drawing was created by Chloe who is 8 years old! Congratulations on winning this contest, and enjoy the movies Chloe!
Season Extension Enhancement Program – Second intake claim deadline is June 30
Reminder: To those approved during the second intake, your claim deadline will be June 30. A partnership of Horticulture Nova Scotia and the Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture, this program is designed to support fruit and vegetable growers who invest in innovative technologies. For more information, follow this link Season [...]