This year marks the 56th anniversary of the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP), the branch of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) that is specific
As always, the weekend of the Guelph Organic Conference flew by in a happy blur! It’s a happy time of reconnecting with old friends and
Another year, and another successful Guelph Organic Conference has come and gone. On Friday, we were excited to learn that the Government of Canada will
Squash: easy to grow, stores extremely well, and can be used in both sweet and savoury dishes. No wonder it is so popular! If you’re
A year-round staple item, onions are found in so many dishes! The following recipe is a great one to have on hand if you are
Turnips are often underrated, but have been making a comeback in recent years – some even say they have achieved “hip” status. I don’t know
A traditional favourite during the holidays, and enjoyed throughout the year, sweet potatoes can hold their own as part of dinner or as dessert. The
Those of us that love garlic, tend to add it to almost everything! If you find you have a lot on hand, try roasting some
On our farm here in Ontario, leeks are in season from September until approximately early December. Popular because of their lovely mild onion flavour and
When I was growing up, we used to eat parsnips boiled and mashed with carrots, or roasted on their own. The roasted ones are hands-down
In Ontario, eating local year-round can be a challenge. But supporting local farmers year-round doesn’t have to be! Local First We wholeheartedly encourage everyone to
Advocating for the Organic Industry We are looking forward to meeting with MPP’s and policymakers at Queen’s Park, Toronto on October 25th! Organized by the
We grow beautiful leaf lettuces in Ontario, but our growing season comes to an end in the fall. At that time, we are grateful to
This year marks the 56th anniversary of the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP), the branch of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) that is specific
The addition of lemon juice to recipes builds a zesty flavour that can’t be beat. There are a few varieties of lemons, but the most
A nice bowl of homemade soup is my favourite comfort meal, and a staple in my winter meal rotation. This blog outlines some familiar classics,
As a member of the allium family (along with garlic, chives, scallions, shallots, and onions), leeks are an incredibly versatile vegetable that add a sweet
