Regional Cuisine

Regional Cuisine refers to “locally produced/grown ingredients or processed products that have traceability back to a farm, locality, or province” according to the Dine Alberta initiative. This includes all foods on the menu of a restaurant or food event that specify their origin.

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Farmers' Markets

Alberta Approved Markets must have 80% of their vendors "Make, Bake or Grow" in Alberta

Examples of Local Operators:


Farmers' Market Reference Links:
www.albertamarkets.com/

 

Farm Direct Purchasing

Farm direct marketing allows the farmer or producer to establish a direct relationship with the consumer, assuming both the accountability and the rewards. Quality agri-food products are sold directly to the consumer through a variety of channels, such as: U-Pick and U-Fish ventures, farm gate sales, farm stores, mail order, Alberta Approved Farmers' Markets, direct to restaurant (where we assume the chef is the end-user), community supported agriculture (CSA), municipal buying clubs and e-commerce. Successful farm direct marketing involves consistently supplying quality products in a clean and customer-friendly environment.

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Examples of Local Operators:

A.M. Berry Farm, Barrhead
Farm Gate Sales, U-Pick (No Appt Necessary), Pre-picked Custom Orders, U-Pick By Appt
Phone: 780-674-4558

White's Greenhouses
, Rochester
Farm Gate Sales, Pre-picked Custom Orders, Attends Farmers' Markets
Phone: 780-698-2174

The Old Dutchman Berries & Vegetables,
Jarvie
Farm Gate Sales, U-Pick No Appt Necessary, Pre-picked Custom Orders, U-Pick By Appt, Attends Farmers' Markets
Phone: 780-954-2230

MA-BE Farming, Barrhead
Eggs, bison, pork
Phone: 780-674-2952

Rose Ridge Land & Cattle, Thorhild
Attends Farmers' Markets
Phone: 780-242-7305

Erdmanns Gardens & Greenhouses, Vimy
Farm Gate Sales, Pre-picked Custom Orders, Herbs, Attends Farmers' Markets
Phone: 780-961-3912

RSE Greenhouse, Thorhild
Flowers, bedding plants & vegetables. Open May-August
Phone: 780-576-2104

Koenig Farm (Seven Bro Farms), Clyde
We currently have chickens, turkeys, geese, ducks, rabbits, pigs, beef and will be producing eggs and carrying goats/sheep for the upcoming season.
We prefer to have 'pre-orders,' however also have 'left-overs' from time to time. Non-certified organic soil.
We welcome visitors and customers and would be glad to show you around.
Phone: 780-348-5872
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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On-Farm/Ranch Activities (Agri-Tourism)

Agri-Tourism includes a diverse range of activities, from U-Pick Farms (see Farm-Direct Purchasing) to Corn Mazes to Farm Tours and is experiencing an increase in demand for such activities.

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Examples of Local Operators:

Lone Pine Ranch, Wildwood

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Upcoming Events

  • March 2010 GROWTH Alberta Board Meeting
    March 12, 2010 (10:00 AM)
    Regular Board meeting of the Grizzly Regional Economic Alliance Society. We are open to the public, so please feel free to attend a meeting in your area! Host Member: Town of Barrhead Location: Town of Barrhead Council Chambers. Please note that this...
  • 23rd Annual Rural Women's Conference - Thorhild
    March 12, 2010 (5:00 PM)
    "Girls Still Want to Have Fun" is the theme of the Conference this year and sets the stage for the evening! The Conference will be held Friday, March 12 at the Newbrook Community Centre Fee: $30 and bring your own cup! Events include: Women's...
  • Barrhead Women's Conference
    March 13, 2010 (9:00 AM)
    Sponsored by Barrhead Farm Women's Day Committee. The Conference will be held at the Barrhead United Church. Tickets are available at the County of Barrhead for $20 each. No tickets will be available at the door.
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