If you have ever spent some time on a farm then you know that there are usually a variety of animals to be found. Animals on the farm are referred to as livestock, this term includes cattle, [...]
Agriculture is vital to the economy, community, society, and is at the heart of our daily lives. Many people know that the food we eat every day is thanks to hard-working farmers, but you may not [...]
Fall is in full swing! The leaves are falling, the air is crisp, and the rain is starting to fall – grab your jackets and go outside to see all the changes that are happening this season. [...]
What is seed saving? Seed Saving is the practice of harvesting seeds from vegetables, fruits, grains, herbs, and flowers for use from year to year. This practice is the traditional way that farms [...]
The rain has started to fall and the leaves are changing colours which can only mean one thing, Fall is fast approaching! The Fall season starts on September 23rd this year and brings changes to [...]
The Coquitlam Farmers Market invites applications for the Assistant Market Manager position. Reporting to the Market Manager, the Assistant Market Manager is responsible for ensuring the smooth [...]
Many of us grew up reciting the 3 R’s in the classroom, that is, Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. However, as we have become more aware of our impact on the Earth that model has transformed into [...]
The differences between fruits and vegetables may seem obvious; vegetables are often savoury and used in cooking while fruits are sweet and used in desserts, right? It may seem that easy, but [...]
Summer has begun to wind down as we make our way into fall, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy the flavours of summer! Making your own salsa at home is easier than you think, [...]
Many people are not aware of how the fruits and vegetables they eat grow. Unless you garden yourself or get a chance to visit a farm to experience growing food you may not realize how many [...]
