Did you know that farming and aquaculture have both played an enormous role in the history and economic development of Nova Scotia?
Since the earliest days, the Mi'kmaq First Nation communities have practiced aquaculture in the Atlantic province. Today, Nova Scotia's aquaculture sector is thriving, with more than $90 million in production in 2021. The province provides high-quality fish and seafood products to more than 80 countries, exporting $2.4 billion worth of products that same year.
Nova Scotia's farming sector also contributes significantly to jobs and prosperity while helping feed the world. Although the province accounts for just 1.4 per cent of Canadian farms, it is home to 14 per cent of Canada's total fruit harvesting area and 6 per cent of fruit production. In 2021, Nova Scotia exported $403 million of agri-food products to more than 165 countries, with over 2,000 businesses and approximately 12,000 jobs directly linked to the industry.
Nova Scotia's aquaculture and farming sectors are also leaders in best practices that aim to benefit people and livestock. Nova Scotians take tremendous pride in the natural resources that help support their local families, economies and governments, so let's champion them for the leaders that they are!
We've compiled a list of 25 fun and interesting facts on farming and aquaculture in Nova Scotia. Check them out below, and also see:
