Meet the Team!
Our team brings together a wide range of expertise, experience, and commitment to support the Christmas tree industry in Nova Scotia. Whether it’s helping growers tackle pests, improve tree health, enhance fertility, or navigate the business side of things, we’re here to help the industry thrive.
Our research team is available to discuss everything from tree health and pest management to weed control, fertility solutions, and guidance for new growers. With a robust lineup of research projects, we’re dedicated to advancing the knowledge and resources that help our industry succeed. We also offer drone flights and imagery services to support field assessments, monitor crop health, and assist growers in making informed management decisions.
Meanwhile, our office staff provides invaluable support with business operations, marketing, resource connections, and networking opportunities. If there’s something we don’t know, we’ll connect you with someone who does!
Feel free to reach out anytime with questions, concerns, or ideas—we’re here to support you and help the Christmas tree industry grow stronger every season.
Andee Weatherby serves as the Research Manager for the Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia, where she collaborates closely with growers and council members to collect, compile, and analyze essential field data. She also provides in-field support to growers, offering services like soil sampling and consultations for new entrants.
Born and raised in Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia, Andee holds a Fish and Wildlife Technician Diploma from the College of the North Atlantic in Newfoundland. Growing up on a small farm, she developed a deep understanding of the challenges and rewards of agriculture. Her love for the natural world—fostered through activities like fishing and hunting—along with her hands-on farm experience, fuels her passion for supporting the Christmas tree industry. Andee is dedicated to helping growers maximize yields while promoting sustainable practices to preserve the industry for future generations.
Fraser Macnab is the Climate Change Adaptation Coordinator for CTCNS, where he works to strengthen and enhance the sector’s resilience to climate change. He holds degrees from Mount Allison University and Acadia University, focusing on climate change adaptation and mitigation.
Since joining the team, Fraser has been actively implementing the climate change adaptation strategy developed for the Christmas tree industry. His work includes the development and implementation of projects designed to assist growers and stakeholders in adapting and navigating climate-related challenges within the sector. Fraser is dedicated to the resilience and sustainability of the industry, and he is always prepared to support growers and stakeholders in any way necessary.
Lienna Hoeg is the Christmas Tree Specialist with Perennia Food & Agriculture Inc., in partnership with the Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia. She works with the members of the Research Team to establish, maintain, and collect data on various research sites throughout the province. Lienna provides in-field services for Christmas Tree growers and helps develop resources. Lienna specializes in vegetation management and routinely presents on integrated pest management practices to Christmas tree growers.
Lienna obtained a Bachelor of Science in Forestry degree from the University of New Brunswick in 2019. She is now a MSc in Agriculture Candidate, with a focus on Vegetation Management from Dalhousie University. Her project focuses on the development of phenological models and management strategies for narrow leaf golden rod in lowbush blueberry fields. Previous to working with the Christmas Tree Council, Lienna has worked as a Silviculture Assistant and Forest Resource Worker. She has also held numerous positions as a Research Assistant, working with vegetation management, aphid research, and native pollinator research. In 2021, she obtained her Articling Agrologist designation as well as a Certificate in Nutrient Management Planning. Lienna also holds a Pesticide Applicators License and Good Agriculture Collection Practices Certificate.
