Energy, Mines, and Resources
Agriculture
Dawson City producers named Yukon's top farmers
Congratulations to Lucy and Jack Vogt of Dawson City on being named the 2011 Farmers of the Year at this year's North of 60° Agriculture Banquet.
The Vogts are recognized for their contribution to Yukon agriculture through their long-standing market vegetable business and Lucy's role as an advocate for local farming and its place in the community.
Yukon's participation in the National Agriculture and Food Traceability System
Federal, provincial and territorial governments are currently working with industry to implement a national traceability system for livestock. As part of this work, Yukon is beginning to implement premise identification for locations where cattle, hogs, sheep and poultry are kept. Find out more about this initiative, the benefits, and how to register.
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