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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...
Ontario’s early harvest season is almost here — and timing matters
Fresh Ontario strawberries, zucchini, and radishes are expected to arrive within days — here’s what restaurants and grocery retailers should know as the local growing season begins. If the warm weather holds, Ontario’s first major wave of local field produce is about...
The sovereignty of the supply chain: Why domestic sourcing is a business strategy, not a trend
The faceless broker tax In the produce business, a "good deal" on an import is only a deal until it isn't. When a shipment from thousands of miles away arrives subpar, you aren't dealing with a person; you’re dealing with a faceless broker and a mountain of...
The 2026 Ontario asparagus season is here and ‘Guelph Millennium’ is the strategic choice for your inventory
Ontario-grown Guelph Millennium: Sourced directly from Welsh Bros. One of the most anticipated harvests in the Ontario growing season has officially begun. As of last week, local asparagus is hitting the ground, marking the start of a fast-paced, 5-to-6-week window...
Greek style stuffed zucchini
This Greek style recipe is so fresh and light it screams summer. In summer, my garden is producing zucchini faster than my family can consume them. Which means it’s time for a zucchini recipe! *NOTE: You’ll need a melon-baller for this recipe, otherwise you’ll have a...
Basil & Cashew Pesto
Awesome on pasta! This one’s quick and easy. My new recipe for pesto is lemony, fresh and sweet, made with cashews (instead of expensive pine nuts). Use it as a spread or toss it onto pasta. It’s also nice to put into mason jars and give as a hostess gift! Ingredients...
Radish & fennel slaw
Ah the radish… one of the first crops to come up in the garden. So crunchy and fresh, I couldn’t resist creating a slaw. This recipe is simple and delicious! I served it with dinner as a side with white fish and mashed potatoes, but it’s also a great dish to bring to...