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Cherries
Profile: B.C.’s Okanagan, Similkameen Valleys and Creston Valley grow juicy, delicious cherries. Support B.C.’s cherry growers and buy local. About: Cherries are high in antioxidants, potassium, vitamin C, and contain melatonin, which can contribute to a better sleep. Did you know?
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Blueberries
B.C. Strong! B.C. produces over 90% of the highbush blueberries in Canada and produces over 150 million pounds of blueberries annually. About: Blueberries are considered a super fruit and have many health benefits. Consumption of blueberries may lower blood pressure, improve insulin response, and brain health. They’re high in fibre and an excellent source of…
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Oysters
A National Leader: B.C. is the leading producer of farmed oysters in Canada. In 2021, 8,000 tons of farmed oysters were harvested in B.C.—a wholesale value of $32 million! About: Oysters are low in calories and rich in nutrients like protein, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids. They’re a good source of zinc, iron, and vitamin…
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Potatoes
Homegrown! Whether you eat a baked potato at home or order fries at your local restaurant, chances are that potato was grown right here in B.C. About: The humble potato is a nutritional powerhouse. They’re about 80% water and contain more vitamin C than an orange, more fibre than an apple, and more potassium than…
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Mushrooms
A Local Favourite: British Columbians eat more mushrooms than most other Canadians. About: B.C. mushrooms are fresh and available year-round! Find them in the produce department at local grocery stores or at farmers’ markets! Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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Hazelnuts
One of a Kind: Hazelnuts are the only nut crop produced commercially in B.C. About: Hazelnuts mature during the summer months and naturally fall out of their husk when ripe in the fall. Growers wait for all hazelnuts to drop to the ground before harvest. They sweep or rake hazelnuts and collect them by hand…
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Cranberries
From farm to table: Fresh B.C. cranberries are available at local farmers’ markets and grocery stores in the fall. Dried, frozen and other processed cranberry products are available year-round. About: Most of B.C.’s cranberries are used for processed products such as dried cranberries, juice or sauces. These cranberries are harvested using the wet harvest method,…
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Apples
Deliciously Crisp! Deliciously crisp apples are grown in the Okanagan, Shuswap, Similkameen and Creston Valley and are enjoyed by people all over the province. About: Ambrosia apples are a B.C. homegrown original! The first Ambrosia apple was discovered by chance in Cawston, B.C. The mother tree is still alive and producing Ambrosia’s to this day!…