Local food is more than a passing fad.

In fact, supporting local food is one of the simplest things you can do to support the local economy, conserve valuable farm land, protect the environment, improve your health and learn more about where you live.

Farm Fresh Flavour

Today, the average Canadian meal travels over 2,000 kilometers from the farm to your plate. Prior to shipping, fruits and vegetables may be picked days or weeks before ripening. Compare this to SD&G Farm Fresh. This local food is harvested fresh – as it was meant to be! You just can’t beat farm fresh flavour.

Support the Local Economy

Every dollar you spend on local food in SD&G means that three dollars circulate in the local economy. Every farmer provides employment for nearly two off-farm jobs! Shopping SD&G Farm Fresh keeps more money in the hands of farmers. Shopping locally encourages rural entrepreneurs to grow their businesses or even start new businesses.

Learn About Where You Live

SD&G has a storied natural and cultural history just waiting to be discovered. Eating SD&G Farm Fresh products gets you into the countryside or down to your local farmers’ market. Shopping locally puts you in touch with where you live. It gives you the opportunity to talk to your neighbors and discover the seasons, the local ecology, and the natural history of the region.

Protect the Environment

Buying SD&G Farm Fresh products encourages biodiversity. It creates a market for a variety of crops throughout the growing season. Greenhouse gases are reduced because local food is transported over a shorter distance. As well, active farms protect the soil and water, thus conserving agricultural lands. Purchasing local food makes a positive contribution to the future of agriculture in SD&G.