Get to know
the producers behind local
Asparagus
from
Canning, NS
In the fields at
Vermeulen Farms
Vermeulen Farms began their growing their asparagus on a one acre field in 1999, the following year they expanded it to 15 acres, allowing them to complete their first harvest in 2001.To this day, they continue to harvest the same plants but now an additional 60 acres have been added to expand their production. Now it takes a team of 55 farmers to keep up with the daily harvest as asparagus grows so quickly!
- Proudly Producing:
- Asparagus
- Cantaloupe
- Honeydew
- Celery
- Cucumbers
- Lettuces
- Peppers
- Radishes
Pick up some Atlantic asparagus and enjoy the fresh taste and crunch, in this Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus recipe.
Strawberries
from
Great Village, NS
Curtis Millen
Millen Farms
The team behind Millen Farms has been producing deliciously juicy berries for almost 40 years out in Great Village, Nova Scotia.
The operation is a real family affair as they work hard to pick the strawberries fresh each day across more than 150 acres of strawberry fields.
- Proudly Producing:
- Strawberries
- Raspberries
Make a Fresh Strawberry Pie with the delicious fruit from Millen Farms with this easy recipe.
Potatoes
from
Centreville, NS
Chris Dykens
Country Magic
Located in the bountiful and beautiful Annapolis Valley of Centreville, Nova Scotia - the team behind Country Magic has almost 50 years of farming knowledge of what grows best in their unique growing region. They are dedicated to supplying their quality products from the farm to the store and the plates of families with their efficient, cold supply chain.
- Proudly Producing:
- Potatoes
- Onions
- Beans
- Blackberries
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
Grab a bag of potatoes from the Country Magic team and try this Fully Loaded Potato Salad, a perfect side for your BBQ menu.
Broccoli
from
Canning, NS
Bruce & Andrew Rand
Randsland Farms
Formed in 1970, Randsland Farms is a family-owned and operated farm based in the Annapolis Valley. After deciding to specialize in broccoli in the mid-1980s, they soon became the primary producers for the Atlantic region. Since then, they have diversified their crops and, in 2016, expanded to bagging their own produce. They are one of the few farms that are both the producer and processor for prepared salad kits.
- Proudly Producing:
- Broccoli
- Collard
- Kale
- Turnip
- Mustard Greens
- Cabbage
Create your next mid-week dinner in a flash with this Teriyaki Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry with broccoli from Randsland Farms.
Blueberries
from
Memramcook, NB
Madeleine Céré & Jean-Louis Bourgeois
Les Petits Fruits de Pré-d'en-Haut Inc.
With a shared dream and passion for agriculture, Madeleine Céré and Jean-Louis Bourgeois started Les Petits Fruits de Pré-d'en-Haut in 2000, with a highbush blueberry plantation in the Memramcook Valley of New Brunswick. Born and raised on apple farms, Madeleine and Jean-Louis have combined their expertise to expand their farm to grow various fruits and vegetables.
- Proudly Producing:
- Blueberries
- Strawberries
- Raspberries
- Gooseberries
- Brussels Sprouts
- Squash
- Pumpkin
Grab a pint of fresh blueberries from Les Petits Fruits de Pré-d'en-Haut Inc. and try this easy to bake Blueberry Almond Tart
Acadian Maple
Glynn Williams from
Upper Tantallon, Nova Scotia
From Tree to Table, Acadian Maple Products has been proudly partnering with Maple Harvesters in Nova Scotia to provide you with 100% Nova Scotia Maple for over 40 years.
They have even passed on the art of tree-tapping craft from generation to generation. Acadian Maple team is passionate about creating innovative maple-based products.
They distribute to markets beyond the Atlantic region - available in many parts of Canada, and they also export worldwide!
Proudly Producing:
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- Maple Syrup
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- Maple Candy
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- Maple Based Snacks & Sauces
Seasonally F€esh
Here's how to enjoy the best of local produce
Fresh Strawberry Pie
This fresh strawberry pie is a must make when berries are in season.
Grilled Sausage & Grape White Pizza
Put a twist on a regular pizza by serving a Grilled Sausage & Grape White Pizza at your next event.
Grilled Peach & Halloumi Salad
Preheat the grill to high. Brush the halloumi and peaches lightly with olive oil.
Crêpe Cake with Caramelized Apples & Wild Blueberries
In a bowl, whisk flour and milk until smooth. Add eggs and sugar and whisk until smooth, about 10 seconds. Let stand 10 min.
Strawberry Thyme Iced Tea
Fresh strawberries and thyme combine to make a refreshing fruity, caffeine free summer drink.
Grilled Asparagus with Hazelnuts & Feta
Top roasted asparagus spears with crunchy hazelnuts, mint and lemon for a patio perfect side.
Cherry Hand Pies
Bite into flaky pastry and tart cherry filling. Grab-and-go hand pies also make for a no-mess kid-friendly treat.
Grilled Sriracha Steak & Broccoli Slaw
Grilled, juicy steak is complemented by fresh and crunchy broccoli slaw.
Roasted Maple Salmon & Brussels Sprouts
Taste flavourful salmon with a hint of maple accompanied by a side of roasted brussel sprouts.
Mo€e Seasonal Recipes
Strawberry Shortcake Kabobs
Alternately thread pieces of angel food cake and strawberries onto the skewers; set aside.
Grilled Sausage with Garlic Bread & Quick Bean Salad
In a non-reactive bowl, stir together beans, artichoke hearts, onion, basil, 3 tbsp (45 mL) olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper.
Grilled Peaches & Planked Salmon
In bowl, combine peach halves with oil and salt; gently turn to coat.
Apple, Pecan & Cinnamon Pull-Apart Loaf
Mix the flour, dark brown sugar and salt in a mixing bowl.
Meet the many faces
behind some local products
Chill Street Craft Beverage Co.
Barry Macleod from
Elmsdale, Nova Scotia
When Chill Street first launched, their focus was solely on creating a premium cider range. The team then noticed an open market for craft sodas and decided to expand their product range to include non-alcoholic beverages. With research and late-night sampling, they have expanded their range to include non-alcoholic options like root beer, cream soda and spicy ginger beer.
Proudly Producing
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- Old Fashioned Sodas
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- Ciders
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- Cider-Wine Blends
Chalker's
Ken Bursey & Darrell Noseworthy from
St John's, Newfoundland
Chalkers was founded by Stanley Lewis Bursey in 1970, when he noticed a demand for high-quality local fish and meat products in Newfoundland and Labrador.
To this day, the business continues to be family owned and operated, having passed down three generations. The extended family includes many of the production team who have been a part of the business since day one.
Proudly Producing
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- Salt Meat Products
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Galloping Cows
Joanne Schmidt from
Port Hood, Nova Scotia
Galloping Cows started over 24 years ago by Joanne Schmidt. Their all-natural pepper spreads, jams, fruit sauces, and more are produced from locally sourced fruits and field-grown vegetables. Their gift sets have even been presented at the gifting suites of the Oscars and Golden Globes.
Proudly Producing
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- Gourmet Fruit Spreads
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- Pepper Spreads
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- Salsas & Chutneys
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- Beverage Concentrates
Verger Belliveau Orchard
To us, local doesn't just
mean local; it means something
so much more.
