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Pears
Profile: Pears are grown in the Okanagan, Similkameen region, and Kootenay Valley. Pears grow best on heavy soils, which limits the areas that they can be grown. About: Pears are one of the very few fruits that do not ripen on the tree but need time for the sugars to develop off the branch. When…
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Tomatoes
Profile: A tomato is technically a fruit, but is generally eaten and prepared like a vegetable. Usually red when mature, tomatoes can come in a variety of colours including yellow, orange, green, and purple. About: The growing season in B.C. is short, with cool rainy days and frosty evenings beginning in the early fall. Some…
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Peaches
Profile: B.C.’s Okanagan is renowned for their juicy, summer peaches. About: Peaches are an excellent source of vitamin A, C, and E. Most Common Varieties: Did you know?
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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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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!…