Canadian Food Focus September 2024 Newsletter

Sweet corn is one of the most widely planted vegetable crops in Canada and although the majority of Canada’s production comes from Ontario, Quebec, and Alberta, it is grown in all provinces.

Tackling Food Affordability With Innovation

Discover how the Canadian food industry is using technology and innovation to address rising food prices and improve food affordability.

Ingredient Spotlight: Buckwheat

Contrary to popular belief, buckwheat is not related to the wheat family. In fact, it is not technically a grain. It's actually related to rhubarb!

Goodbye To Browning, Wasted Apples

Too often, a good apple is discarded when it’s partly eaten or when slices turn unappetizingly brown. With the development of Arctic apples, this doesn’t have to happen. 

Farming across The Generations

Farming often means doing many things at once. Historically, this was the main reason two or more generations of a family would work together.

Cinnamon Zucchini Flax Loaf

This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast or a midday snack.

Healthy Borscht

This meatless soup is a hearty main dish that needs only a salad, bread and a glass of milk to complete the meal.

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 Chef Kirk Ermine as he prepares Three Sisters Salad.

Welcome to the Ask a Farmer Podcast hosted by Canadian farmer, Clinton Monchuk. Clinton talks with dietitians, farmers, ranchers and other experts to answer questions about your food and farming. He explores how your food is grown and raised in Canada, delves into questions you may have about the food system and provides useful information to help you feel more confident about your food choices. Check it out!