by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Apr 19, 2018 | Blog, FMNS News
April 19th, 2018 Honourable Minister Colwell, The average age of a Canadian farm operator in 2016 was 55, an increase over the recorded average in 2011, which was itself an increase over the recorded average in 2006. Our province is not immune to this national trend...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Jan 25, 2018 | Blog, FMNS News, Resources for Markets, Resources for Vendors
January 25th, 2018 Below are copies of the letters that are being mailed out to both the vendors of Schedule B foods and all of NS farmers’ markets by the NS Dept of Environment (home of Food Safety). Should any questions arise from the letters, your Public...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Apr 11, 2017 | Blog, FMNS News
April 7th, 2017 RE: Safe Food for Canadians Act The Farmers’ Markets of Nova Scotia Cooperative is directly composed of more than 20 member farmers’ markets across the province and works with an additional 40+ farmers’ markets across Atlantic Canada. Across Canada,...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Nov 21, 2016 | Blog, Gift Guides, Market Fresh Blog
Photos: Wonkyeye Photography Nova Scotia is so beautiful this time of year. Fresh air, the crunch of leaves under your boots, and the still sunny (albeit shorter and colder) days. It’s a great time to get outside and explore, provided you’ve put on a few...
by Farmers' Markets of Nova Scotia | Nov 16, 2016 | Blog, Market Fresh Blog
Market shopping isn’t just a summertime thing. If you’re looking for a farmers’ market this winter, we’ve got you covered! Below is a list of certified farmers’ markets open through the Winter 2017 season. Cape Breton Farmers’...
