Newfoundland farmers take to Twitter to promote industry
Newfoundland farmers are turning to social media to promote their industry and educate people about where their food comes from. Nathan Dennis, a farmer in Piccadilly, says he wants to show people in the province exactly how their food is made. His pitch is just part of a summer campaign that will highlight a different farm every week and let people see what it takes to grow vegetables, raise animals or produce dairy. Dennis says he hopes the Twitter handle @NLYFF will help promote farming, with the goal of having the island one day be entirely self-sufficient. He says the province exports both eggs and dairy and produces most of its own chicken, but relies on the mainland for many of its other staples. The Twitter feed is sponsored and organized by the Newfoundland and Labrador Young Farmers Forum.
This is my last day tweeting for this account but you can always stay in touch with me! @LFM_Susan pic.twitter.com/IgNptTN5rH
— NL Young Farmers (@NLYFF) June 21, 2015
It's been a fun week, don't forget to follow me to stay in touch! Up next is Lisa and Corrine from Roots Country Farm @RootsCtryFarm — NL Young Farmers (@NLYFF) June 22, 2015
One thing about farming.. Your plans can always change! Transplanting cucumbers this afternoon! pic.twitter.com/Fu4PJr8EAl
— NL Young Farmers (@NLYFF) June 23, 2015
When we are on a schedule, the weather can't stop you. Suit up and just keep on planting! #love what you do @NLFarms pic.twitter.com/nMRzH4UVHT — NL Young Farmers (@NLYFF) June 26, 2015