Squash Challenge: Butterkin
October 19, 2015
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Squash is one of my most treasured fall foods. It is comfort food: the culinary equivalent of a cozy sweater on a cool day. My favourite
Squash is one of my most treasured fall foods. It is comfort food: the culinary equivalent of a cozy sweater on a cool day. My favourite
What did I learn from our 8th CanadaGAP food safety inspection here at Pfenning’s? Attitude goes a long way to making an inspection a productive
In Jamaica, all squash is called pumpkin. They have all the same varieties as us, but it’s all called pumpkin. So, maybe the title of
During a long Canadian winter, it can feel like spring will never get here. But, every year it does. And, every spring, it brings us
Did the title scare you a little? Maybe make you wonder if the organic hype is all … hype? There is a lot of fear
It is 10:00 am on an already sweltering hot morning. A short air conditioned drive out to one of Pfenning’s fields is comfortable, the first
Some things just go together like they’re meant to be: peas and carrots, peanut butter and jam, pie and ice cream. Ginger and pears also
Returning Jamaican workers herald spring. The richness migrant workers bring to our farming community extends beyond the fields.
For those of you who have visited our farm, you may have noticed the heavy oak door on your way up to the office. Right
They’re the 3 “M’s” also known as Maggie, Mocha and Myra. Enter the office at Pfenning’s and you will be greeted with a friendly WOOF.
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
This holiday season, gather your loved ones and your poor quality produce, and spend time making decorations that are easy on the eyes and the
