Canadian Food Focus March 2025 Newsletter

Ontario and British Columbia are the largest mushroom producing provinces in Canada, together accounting for over 90% of all mushrooms grown commercially.

Mushrooms are grown in a six week cycle inside large, climate controlled buildings on multi-tiered shelving units so they are available all year round. 

Finding Canadian Foods At The Grocery Store

More people than ever are interested in sourcing Canadian-grown foods but it can sometimes be difficult to know where certain foods are grown and made.

Canadian Tuna: Who Knew It Was So Healthy?

Learn why Canadian tuna from BC is a healthy, low-mercury option. Packed with nutrients, it's a safe and delicious pantry staple. 

The Mighty And Dependable Tractor

Tractors are among the most essential and versatile pieces of farm equipment.

Learn more about the tractor types, the meaning of horsepower, and how modern technology is transforming farming for greater efficiency.

Healthy Soil For Today And The Future: 4R Nutrient Stewardship

4R Nutrient Stewardship is an internationally recognized Canadian innovation. It is a voluntary program that advocates for responsible and effective management of fertilizer by using a science-based approach to guide farmers in the proper use of plant nutrients.

Chicken & Lentil Enchiladas

This dish is a great recipe to use up leftover chicken or a convenient rotisserie chicken from the grocery store.

Classic Canadian Dish: Jiggs Dinner

This meal has been the Sunday dinner of Newfoundlanders and Labradorians for the better part of a century.

Would you like to improve your cooking skills? Or learn how to cook something different for breakfast, lunch, or supper? Maybe you simply would like to learn a new recipe. Cook along with Emily Richards as she prepares Pork Meatballs with Mushroom Gravy. This mouthwatering dish is bound to win over your entire family and become an instant favourite. 

Podcast: How Do You Spot Nutrition Misinformation?

Every day, we’re inundated with information online about different health trends, which “superfoods” to eat and which foods to avoid. Most people review the information with a degree of skepticism but it’s hard to decipher what is and what is not true.

In this podcast, registered dietitian Erin MacGregor helps us understand what we can look for as we read some of this information and better equip our minds when making food purchases.