Produce such as broccoli, green beans, kale, red peppers, tomatoes, apricots and peaches are susceptible to nutrient loss when harvested and transported from longer distances, while those that are heartier such as apples, oranges, grapefruit and carrots keep their nutrients even if they travel long distances.
The shorter time between the farm and your table, the less likely it is that nutrients will be lost from fresh food.
Opportunity to buy in bulk
Helps Local Economy
Support your neighbors and supports local families
Investment in the future
High Standards
Facilitates tracking the supply chain back to the point of origin to evaluate ecological practices
Encouragessustainable agriculture
Canada has strict regulations regarding additives, pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics etc
