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Agriculture

Agriculture has a long history in the province and is a priority for government. It’s an exciting time for agriculture in Newfoundland and Labrador, and more land is available for farm development, and programs and initiatives are in place to support government’s goal to increase food self-sufficiency. Agriculture is a $500-million industry and growing, employing 6,500 people directly and indirectly throughout the year. The most established operators in Newfoundland and Labrador are producing fruits and vegetables, as well as dairy, poultry, and other livestock. Opportunities are also emerging in the beef and sheep sectors, and in producing livestock feed, such as grain and corn. We offer many supports to help new farmers assess opportunities, make plans, and get started.

Programs

Canadian Agricultural Partnership Program Guide

The Canadian Agricultural Partnership is a $3 billion, five year, Federal-Provincial-Territorial (FPT) Framework Agreement that will expire on March 31, 2023. In Newfoundland and Labrador, the Canadian Agricultural Partnership will provide $37 million in funding for the agriculture, agri-foods, and agri-products sector to support employment creation, new entrants, secondary processing, economic growth, and food self-sufficiency. The Partnership will enable the agriculture industry to grow, innovate and prosper.

The Canadian Agricultural Partnership will provide:

  • $1 billion in federal-only initiatives; and
  • $2 billion in cost-shared programming funded on a 60 per cent federal ($1.2 billion) and 40 per cent provincial and territorial basis ($800 million).

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Crown Land Lease

Agriculture leases and licences are available where no land use conflicts exist, and provided the Municipal Council gives written approval for land within municipal and planning area boundaries. Agricultural leases are issued for a term of fifty (50) years and must be approved by the Land Management Division of the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture.
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Agriculture Services

Specializing in professional extension support to producers in the primary and secondary agricultural sectors, this program provides consultative and advisory support and delivers information on agriculture development programs offered through the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture. Trained Agrologists are engaged in a variety of agricultural sectors that support crop and livestock development.
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AgriInsurance

AgriInsurance is designed as a management tool to provide producers with some measure of income protection against uncontrollable natural perils. The Newfoundland and Labrador Crop Insurance Agency offers crop-specific insurance coverage. Coverage offered to producers is available under two scenarios: the first is based on the producer’s pre-harvest cost of production, and the second is based on 70% of the five-year average market price for the crop.
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Advisory Services

Regional Farm Management Specialists provide a variety of business management services and advice to the farming community, including business planning, financial management, and labour management.
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Provincial Agriculture Research and Development Program

Agriculture research is vital to ensuring a successful and sustainable industry, now and in the future. Provincial scientists are conducting applied research throughout the province that is substantially contributing to the diversification and growth of the agricultural industry. Through this research, significant advancements in livestock feed self-sufficiency, introduction of new crop varieties and livestock, and crop management practices have improved profitability, sustainability, and competitiveness of the Newfoundland and Labrador agricultural industry. By realizing the opportunities that exist, we will enhance the availability of nutritious and safe, local food for the people of the province.
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Land Available

Advice and Support

Strong Local Food Culture

Opportunities in Local and Export Markets

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Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture
Business Development   709.637.2077
Production and Research  709.637.2046
Land Management   709.637.2081