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Beets
Homegrown B.C. beets are grown in the Lower Mainland, Thompson-Okanagan, Cariboo, Kootenay regions and on Vancouver Island. About: Beets have been cultivated for over 3,000 years and they vary in colour from red, yellow, and white. Early varieties of beets are planted in March to April and the later varieties are planted from June to…
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Squash, summer
Perfect for a Summer BBQ! Squash is grown in the Lower Mainland, on Vancouver Island and in the Okanagan. Squash is a member of the cucurbit’s family that includes pumpkins, zucchinis, cucumbers, gherkins, and melons! About: Summer squash is harvested before fully maturing giving it a tender and soft taste. Most Common Varieties: Did you…
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Strawberries
Mouth-wateringly fresh! Strawberries are produced throughout the province. The main production areas are the Fraser Valley, the North Okanagan and Vancouver Island. About: Strawberries are delicious consumed fresh as a summer treat, and can also be used in desserts, smoothies, and ice cream flavours all year round! Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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Raspberries
Sweet and Sour! The perfect fruit for enjoying fresh in the summer or frozen all year round! About: B.C. produces over half of Canadian raspberries. Abbotsford is the top producing region in the province. Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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Turkey
Gobble gobble! B.C. turkey production is mainly concentrated in the Fraser Valley, with small flocks produced around the province! About: Turkey was traditionally purchased for enjoying at special holiday dinners, but shoppers are purchasing year-round as an excellent source of protein that is low in cholesterol and fat. Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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Chicken
Profile: Chicken production is B.C.’s second largest land-based agriculture industry. About: Chicken has always been a nutritious choice for your family, but with advancements in chicken farming, chicken is even more nutritious than it was 20 years ago. When you eat chicken, you are not only getting an excellent low-fat source of protein, niacin, and…
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Beef
Profile: B.C. beef is a single ingredient and naturally nutrient-dense protein food. About: B.C. ranching takes place primarily in the Interior where ranches focus on raising high-quality cattle. Earing B.C. beef is environmentally sustainable. Ranchers and farmers are conscientious stewards of the land, and they work to adopt practices that support the environment. Did you…
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Carrots
Profile: Carrots are commercially grown in the Okanagan Valley, Lower Mainland, and on Vancouver Island. About: Carrots are a root vegetable that come in many shapes and sized. Carrots are high in vitamin C and K, potassium, and fibre. Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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Spot Prawns
Profile: B.C. spot prawns are the largest of seven commercial species of shrimp found on Canada’s west coast. About: B.C. Spot Prawns are a delicacy known around the world for their sweet flavour and firm texture. Did you know?
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Halibut – Pacific
Profile: Native to B.C., Pacific Halibut is a large, flatfish species, regularly weighing in at over 150 lbs. About: Pacific Halibut is an excellent source of high-quality protein and minerals, and is low in sodium, fat, and calories. Did you know?