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"One of the very nicest things about life is the way we  must regularly stop whatever it is we are doing and devote our attention to eating."

             - Luciano Pavarotti

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What is Food Security, Anyways? And, What Does that Look Like in the Kootenays?

July 27, 2017

We talk so much about food security, but, is there a greater understanding across our communities of what food security even is? What does food security actually "look like" here in the Kootenays? Let's check it out!

Identifying and Reducing Food Waste: Part 2

July 13, 2017

Now that we've identified what food waste really looks like here in Canada, lets take a look at how organizations in the Kootenays are striving to reduce waste in their community. Also, some good tips for reducing food waste in your home!

Identifying and Reducing Food Waste: Part 1

June 29, 2017

Every year in Canada we are wasting more than $31 billion in food. This is equivalent to six billion kilos, or 60,000 railcars filled with waste stretching 1000 km long. Lets look at that a little deeper....

The Importance of Locally Sourced Food

June 08, 2017

A look at the 2016 AG Census as it applies to the Kootenays and our local meat production!

Spring in the Kootenays Marks the Start to Outdoor Market Season

May 11, 2017

Outdoor farmers' market season is kickin' off around the Koots, and that means its time to refocus on local shopping!

Succession Planting to Maximize Your Garden Potential

April 05, 2017

A pain-free, yet often overlooked, technique to improving your garden yield. How do you succession plant? 

Support Your Kootenay Farmer: 2017 CSA Directory

February 26, 2017

We've got a load of amazing Kootenay farmers offering up fantastic CSA programs this year. Where do you get YOUR food?

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