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Ontario peaches are at peak season for wholesale buyers
Peak-season Ontario peaches are delivering the flavour, freshness and value that wholesale buyers look for, with strong supply expected through most of the season. Ontario peach season has been underway for a few weeks now, and the crop has reached the point many...
Why buying Ontario-grown produce matters more than ever
For chefs, produce buyers and food service operators, choosing Ontario-grown produce isn't just about freshness. It's an investment in a stronger local food system, more resilient supply chains, and the people who grow our food. In recent months, global trade...
Ontario field tomato season has arrived
Fresh Ontario field tomatoes are now arriving at the Ontario Food Terminal, bringing peak summer flavour, vibrant colour and one of the most anticipated harvests of the local growing season. Few crops capture the taste of an Ontario summer quite like field tomatoes....
Ontario sweet corn season is officially here
The first major harvest has arrived at the Ontario Food Terminal, marking one of the biggest milestones of Ontario's local produce season and signalling the start of peak sweet corn availability. For many Ontarians, few foods are as closely associated with summer as...
Countdown to Ontario sweet corn season
The first Ontario sweet corn is beginning to arrive, and with the main harvest starting soon, one of summer's most anticipated local crops is almost here. Few foods signal the height of a Canadian summer quite like fresh Ontario sweet corn. Whether it's served at a...
Ontario wild blueberry season has begun
Fresh Ontario wild blueberries are now arriving at the Ontario Food Terminal, bringing bold flavour, exceptional nutrition and one of Canada's most anticipated summer harvests to retailers, restaurants and food service operators. Ontario's local produce season...
Ontario raspberry season has arrived
Fresh Ontario-grown raspberries are now arriving at the Ontario Food Terminal, offering exceptional flavour, fast farm-to-market delivery and another reason to celebrate the height of local produce season Ontario's local produce season continues to gather momentum...
Ontario-grown new crop broccoli, carrots & celery have arrived
Freshly harvested Ontario vegetables are now arriving at the Ontario Food Terminal, bringing better freshness, strong seasonal supply and more locally grown options for restaurants, retailers and food service operators Ontario's local produce season continues to build...
Ontario-grown produce season is in full swing: What’s arriving now and what’s coming next
Ontario growers are beginning to harvest radishes, zucchini, beans, and peas, with many more local fruits and vegetables expected to arrive in the coming weeks Ontario’s local produce season is beginning to gain momentum, bringing a steady stream of fresh fruits and...
Ontario kale season has arrived: What GTA food buyers need to know
Ontario's local kale harvest is underway, bringing fresh supply and strong quality for GTA retailers and foodservice operators Ontario kale season is officially underway, having kicked off last week. For grocery retailers, restaurants, caterers, meal-prep companies,...
Ontario romaine lettuce season brings relief for wholesale produce buyers
Local supply is ramping up, bringing fresher product and lower prices to the market Ontario romaine lettuce season officially gets underway this week, bringing welcome relief to retailers, restaurants, and foodservice operators who've been navigating unusually high...
Ontario strawberry season is here — and buyers should be ready
Fresh Ontario strawberries arrive this week! Ontario strawberry season officially begins this Tuesday, May 26th, bringing with it one of the most anticipated moments on the local produce calendar. For grocery retailers, restaurants, and foodservice operators, it’s...