Summer is just around the corner and Farmers’ Markets are opening all across BC. See what’s in store for June.
The first signs of spring are here: “Farmers’ Markets now OPEN”
We all know the rhyme, “April showers bring May flowers” but in this case May showers bring a plentiful amount of local BC fruits, vegetables, herbs, and more for the summer! Buy Local. Eat Natural. continues to provide a list of local BC products; here’s more from our Winter and Spring articles! So, enjoy the sunshine while visiting your local farmers’ market, grocery store, or back yard garden and be sure to keep your eye out for these seasonal picks:
May
| VEGETABLES | FRUIT | HERBS | SEAFOOD | DAIRY |
| Asparagus | Chives | Pacific Halibut | Cheese (tips) | |
| Celery | Dill | Spot Prawn | Cream | |
| Green Onions | Mint | Milk (tips) | ||
| Peas | Yogurt (tips) | |||
| Potatoes | ||||
| Turnips |
June
| VEGETABLES | FRUIT | HERBS | SEAFOOD | DAIRY |
| Beets | Saskatoon Berries | Basil | Salmon | Cheese (guide) |
| Broccoli | Strawberries | Lavendar | Tuna | Ice Cream |
| Carrots | Savory | Milk | ||
| Cauliflower | Yogurt | |||
| Garlic | ||||
| Lettuce | ||||
| Zucchini |
Get more recipe ideas from Buy Local. Eat Natural. or check out which Farmers’ Markets are open in BC!
