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March 31, 2013

Five Cook ’n’ Share Meal Ideas for Your Busy Week

Prepare big batches on weekends and swap meals with friends. Whether you’re a busy single person or a time-crunched working parent, swapping meals with friends can save you time in the kitchen. On the weekend, make a large batch of a healthy, easy-to-share meal, such as vegetable lasagna, hearty chili or lentil soup. Split it […]

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March 30, 2013

How to Save Money on Your Grocery Bill

Skip packaged meals. Cooking simple meals is an easy way to save money on your grocery bill. Prepared and packaged meals can be more expensive and less healthy than meals you make at home. Lower your costs by going homemade. Start with these simple make-at-home meal ideas: Homestyle pizza Lightly brush a whole grain pizza […]

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March 28, 2013

Producer Resource: Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs)

On occasion, dairy farmers are questioned about their farming practices. With all of the misinformation out there about dairy farming in Canada, it is important that as a producer you take the opportunity to educate the public about your industry. We have an industry that we can be very proud of and it is the […]

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March 27, 2013

Four Easy Gourmet Meals and Snacks in Minutes

Pick up a few frozen food items and make easy gourmet meals and snacks in minutes. Shop for basic, frozen foods that can help you make simple, healthy and delicious meals such as:  Yummy breakfast Add frozen blueberries to whole grain muffins, oatmeal or pancakes for a burst of flavour. Super stir-fry Steam frozen Asian […]

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March 24, 2013

Time-Saving Convenience Foods for Fast Healthy Meals

Not all convenience foods are created equal. These nutritious options can be found at your local grocery store, and can help you put delicious meals on the table—fast. Home-cooking doesn’t have to exclude convenience foods! These nutritious and convenient foods can help save you time when making meals at home. Ready-to-eat salad greens Keep ready-to-eat […]

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March 23, 2013

Three Tips to Add Colour and Crunch to Your Plate

Spend a little more time in the produce section to add colour and crunch to your cart and your plate. The greater the variety of vegetables and fruit you have at home, the more you’ll eat, especially if you put them where you can see them! Try these tasty tips: Place a bowl of fresh […]

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March 19, 2013

PST Exemptions

Important information on the PST for April 1, 2013 (Updated) On April 1, 2013, the HST will no longer be applicable in B.C. and the PST will be re-introduced. The new PST will rely on point of sale exemptions, similar to the old PST system. When purchasing goods for your farm, you can complete an […]

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March 16, 2013

Seven Snack Ideas to Stock Up On

Fill your cart with these healthy snack options sure to fuel you with long-lasting energy. A walk through the grocery store snack aisles can be overwhelming. There are dozens of granola and energy bars, a variety of 100-calorie snack packs, and cookies galore!   Keep snacking simple. Fill your cart with these healthy snack options […]

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