CLIMATE ADAPTATION in HORTICULTURE
Welcome to our horticulture climate change adaptation webpage, where we address the need for strategic responses to climate impacts on the horticulture sector in Nova Scotia.
As climate change unfolds, it brings forth challenges that threaten the viability and productivity of horticultural activities. We aim to use this page to equip the horticulture industry with information, knowledge, tools, and practices needed to navigate the vulnerabilities.
Recognizing these pressing concerns, a dedicated Scan Team comprised of sector representatives has crafted a comprehensive climate change adaptation strategy. This strategy is a collective vision aimed at strengthening the sector against immediate and long-term effects.
Download the Climate Adaptation Strategy
4 Ways to Take Action
Presentations
What is Soil Health and What can it do for Horticulture Producers? Presentation with Dr. David Burton, soil scientist and professor in the Department of Plant, Food and Environmental Sciences in the Faculty of Agriculture, at Dalhousie University.
Farmer Climate Adaptation Videos
Check out how some farmers are taking proactive steps to combat climate change in the videos below!
Climate Newsletters
Catch up on all the climate news you might’ve missed- click below to explore our previous editions!
2025: September Newsletter
2024: Climate Events
2024: Ways to take Action
2024: Adaptation Opportunities
Climate Information Tools
Nova Scotia’s Changing Climate A look at the Weathering What’s Ahead Summary Report along with what to expect for rising temperatures, precipitation patterns, storm frequency, rising sea levels and the changing ocean.
CLIMAtlantic A valuable resource for climate data, information, climate adaptation, and funding specific to the Atlantic region.
Climate Change in Canada | Climate Atlas of Canada The Climate Atlas of Canada combines climate science, mapping, and storytelling together with Indigenous Knowledges and community-based research and video to inspire awareness and action.
Home — ClimateData.ca ClimateData.ca provides high-resolution climate data across Canada.
Net Zero Atlantic – To advance a sustainable and inclusive transition to a carbon-neutral Atlantic Canada through the provision of credible and objective data and support services.
Adaptation Information
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Climate Resilient Practices for agriculture, forestry, and biodiversity.
Clean Annapolis River Project CARP partnered with farmers to showcase beneficial management practices that help the agricultural sector adapt to climate change. Click the link to read more about their work with Controlled Tile Drainage!
Soil Health Tools
SLAKES: A Free Smartphone App to Measure Aggregate Stability – Soil Health Institute Good soil health is often measured by its aggregate stability, which refers to how well the soil holds together. Use this app you learn more about your soil health!
Farm Data Tools Perennia’s tech platform and apps that provide access to farm weather station maps, growing degree day calculator, Nova Scotia Soil Survey and Maps, Pomeblight, and Cover Crop Selection (NEW).
Carbon NetZero Tools
Acuicy A business intelligence tool using AI to generate tailored carbon reduction solutions for suppliers.
Funding Opportunities
Provincial Funding Programs Government of Nova Scotia Agriculture funding programs.
Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund A funding opportunity to support the implementation of mitigation and adaptation strategies to proactively prepare and respond to climate change. Two streams available: mitigation and adaptation.
Research Nova Scotia A new initiative created to tackle the salient issues of our time using a mission-oriented approach while providing the funding and resources required to meet specific outcomes.
Clean Annapolis River Project Biodiversity Enhancement Fund provides funding for farmers located in southwest Nova Scotia to plant shelterbelts and hedgerows, plant shrubs and/or trees along waterways, install fencing to exclude livestock from waterways and other biodiversity enhancement activities. Click the link to learn more and apply!
Clean Foundation Nova Scotia is committed to planting 21 million trees as part of the national effort to plant 2 Billion Trees across Canada. To support this effort, Clean Foundation is partnering with the provincial government on Nova Scotia’s Thriving Forests. This program is using federal and provincial funding to develop tree planting initiatives across the province. Interested in protecting your horticulture crops and reducing soil erosion using shelterbelts? Click on the link to fill out an expression of interest.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Learn about ways to reduce energy costs and become more efficient on your farm. They can help identify the programs and rebates that will be the ideal fit for your business. If interested, please contact Kraig Porter: KPorter@efficiencyns.ca