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Salmon
Profile: Wild B.C. salmon’s life cycle and migration patterns create five distinct salmon species that are enjoyed by British Columbians and consumers all around the world. Farmed salmon produced in B.C. are available year-round. About: Salmon is a delicious source of high-quality protein and fat that can be enjoyed in many flavor combinations, cooking methods,…
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Eggs
Get Crackin’! Eggs are a nutritional powerhouse. They’re an affordable protein and can be enjoyed with any meal of the day! About: One large egg contains 6.5 grams of the highest quality protein. Eggs contain all 9 essential amino acids and 14 key nutrients. Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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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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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!…