Sustainable Agriculture
The National Farmers Union of Prince Edward Island (NFU-PEI) advocates for sustainable agriculture practices that prioritize soil health, biodiversity, and long-term ecological resilience. Their vision centers on food sovereignty and economic justice for farmers, emphasizing farming methods that rely less on fossil-fuel inputs and focus on building soil carbon.
Key tenets of their advocacy include:
- Soil Conservation: Calling for policies that protect and enhance soil by preventing erosion, mitigating leaching, and encouraging pasture and forage-based livestock to maintain carbon.
- Water & Habitat Protection: Advocating for farming methods that filter water, prevent farm run-off, and protect wildlife habitats.
- Local Land Ownership: Promoting the enforcement of the Lands Protection Act to protect farmland from being consolidated by large, non-agricultural corporations.