The 2022 Farm Equipment Training Block dates: Monday, January 10, 2022 to Friday, February 11, 2022 location: Farm Centre, 420 University Avenue, Charlottetown Developed in consultation with the PEI Agricultural Trade Advisory Committee, this one-of-a-kind, two-year registered apprenticeship program combines classroom learning with on-farm experience. Students are awarded ... [Read More...]
Berry production facility growing and hiring
by Stella Shepard There is a hint of pride in the voice of Tom Margeson, President and CEO of Healthy Berries Ltd. when talking about the state-of-the-art facility on Commercial Road in Montague. The company produces high quality puréed berry products. Tom, who has more than 40 years of experience in the food industry, is passionate about helping people eat ... [Read More...]
Agriculture jobs available now
by Heidi Riley The busy agriculture season has arrived, and farmers are looking for staff. The PEI Agriculture Sector Council lists job opportunities from all over the Island. In late April, around 50 jobs were listed. Some of the most common listings are for Truck Drivers and Labourers, and wages range from minimum wage on up. Work is most often 40 hours or more per ... [Read More...]
A career in Veterinary medicine
by Heidi Riley After years of hard work, Alanna MacKinnon of York is seeing her career dreams come true. Alanna graduated from the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) this spring. “It really is a demanding program,” says Alanna. “It tests your strengths and weaknesses for sure. The course load is heavy, but the class size is small. My class started with 68, and 64 ... [Read More...]
Clohossey Farms – hiring practices
Clohossey Farms is a multi-generation family farm located along the scenic shore road of Nail Pond along the Northumberland Strait, in PEI’s western end. Owners Barry and Darlene Clohossey are proud owners of the 100-acre farm and homestead, and pride themselves in growing top-quality vegetables for the local market. They grow staple foods, many of which are available ... [Read More...]