New Brunswick Agriculture

• New Brunswick agriculture industry not immune to farmer shortage

  “When our food system starts to fail, that’s when we are going to see serious problems in this country,” said David Walker, a co-owner of the Sunset Strawberry U-Pick.

  Canada

  Apr 15, 2023
  
• Maritime farmers say crops threatened by drought

  One farmer says he'd like to be irrigating his crops for about 90 minutes every day, but with his water supply so low he has reduced that to a total of 90 minutes a week.

  Environment

  Aug 12, 2020
  
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• Frost advisory in place for New Brunswick

  Frost can cause serious damage to plants and crops in low-lying areas.

  Weather

  Jun 2, 2020
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• Wet, soggy spring leaves New Brunswick farmers frustrated

  According to Environment Canada weather records, it has been a record-breaking spring for rainfall in some areas of New Brunswick.

  Weather

  May 21, 2019
• Scientists asking New Brunswickers to be on lookout for crop-destroying stink bugs

  Research scientists are asking New Brunswickers to be on the lookout for Brown Marmorated Stink Bugs, which could damage crops if they make their way into the province.

  Environment

  May 23, 2017
• New Brunswick government releases its vision plan for economic growth

  Economic Development Minister Francine Landry says the province has clear strengths in agriculture and aquaculture and an ample wood supply.

  Economy

  Sep 6, 2016
• Heavy rainfall in New Brunswick creates challenges for farmers

  Farmers hoping for rain got their wish after several months of hot, dry weather, but too much rain is making it difficult for some New Brunswick farmers to harvest their crops.

  Environment

  Aug 17, 2016