Supporting Farming Through Sound Investments

Jan 20, 2015

St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

The Province of Newfoundland and Labrador and the Government of Canada are providing $50,000 to the Egg Farmers of Newfoundland and Labrador, supporting the organization's ability to take advantage of emerging industry opportunities. Funding will be used to conduct an industry study exploring potential sector growth, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the competitive position of the province's egg farmers.

Quick Facts

The Egg Farmers of Newfoundland and Labrador will receive $50,000 from the Provincial and Federal Governments which will support the organization's efforts to take advantage of emerging industry opportunities.
There are seven egg farms located throughout the province and one grading station. Currently feed is the largest component cost for egg production in Newfoundland and Labrador. An up-to-date feasibility study is essential to determine the current state of the industry's feed supply, including price, sourcing and demand.
$25,000 in funding is being provided through the Provincial Government's Regional Development Fund, which is administered by the Department of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development, and $25,000 through Growing Forward 2, a federal-provincial-territorial initiative.The results of the study will provide significant information to egg farmers on layer feed costs and will generate solutions to improve egg farming competitiveness for provincial producers.
Formerly known as Egg Producers of Newfoundland and Labrador, Egg Farmers of Newfoundland and Labrador (EFNL), is a non-profit organization that was formed in 1970 to govern provincial egg production.
Information on the Regional Development Fund can be found at http://www.ibrd.gov.nl.ca/programs/RDF.html.
Information on the Growing Forward 2 Program can be found at: http://www.nr.gov.nl.ca/nr/funding/growingforward2/index.html.

Source: AAFC

Video: Shearing Delay Leads To Kingston 4H Sheep Show!

What started as a disappointment turned into a day full of surprises, fun, and celebration as we leave Ewetopia Farms behind and head out to the Kingston Fair to watch the 4H sheep show

Today’s vlog was supposed to be another sheep shearing day here at Ewetopia Farms, but when our shearer had to cancel, we suddenly found ourselves with an unexpected free day. Lucky for us, the Kingston Fair was happening — and some of our own sheep (and friends) were competing!

We brought along our shearing helper and headed to the fairgrounds to cheer on the 4H kids and see how our sheep did in the show. From last-minute preparations and sheep showmanship to market lamb competitions and ewe classes, we take you behind the scenes of what it’s really like at a country fair.

We couldn’t be prouder — our girls walked away with wins in both showmanship and breeding ewe classes! Afterwards, we toured the fair, met a beekeeper with fascinating insights, admired other livestock shows, and wrapped up the evening with motocross stunts and a demolition derby!

Sometimes farm life throws curveballs — but today, it gave us the chance to celebrate community, our sheep, and the next generation of shepherds.