Good Things Grow in Ontario!

Fresh from the Farm is proud to feature fresh and healthy Ontario grown apples, potatoes, onions, sweet potatoes and carrots.  We are also proud of our Ontario farmers who promote and participate in Fresh from the Farm by growing and delivering their Ontario products directly to YOUR school!

Fresh from the Farm: Healthy Fundraising for Ontario Schools

Since its launch, the program has helped over 3,000 schools sell more than $6 million worth of Ontario grown fruits and vegetables, equating to over five million pounds of product. This has resulted in $2.2 million being raised by schools and $3.5 million being returned to local farmers.

Why Buying Ontario Fruit & Vegetables is Good!

It supports our communities

It helps the environment

It’s nutritious and tastes great!

Choosing fresh and delicious local food helps to create jobs and supports economic growth in Ontario. It also builds a strong sense of community by supporting Ontario's farmers and businesses. Every time you buy local, Ontario, you make a positive impact.

Ontario farmers take pride in being good stewards of the land, helping to preserve it for future generations. Buying local also means your food comes from closer to home, and the closer, the fresher!

Adding nutritious Ontario fruits and vegetables to your diet can help contribute to a healthier lifestyle. They provide excellent sources of vitamins, minerals and fibre. As well, adds texture, colour and a variety of flavor profiles to any meal or snack.

What’s the Difference? ‘Ontario’ vs. ‘Local’
 

Fresh from the Farm is proud to feature fresh and healthy Ontario grown apples, potatoes, onions, sweet potatoes and carrots.  We are also proud of our Ontario farmers who promote and participate in Fresh from the Farm by growing and delivering their Ontario products directly to YOUR school!

How do Ontario Farmers Participate in Fresh From the Farm?

Fresh from the Farm is committed to sourcing produce from Ontario. It must be kept in mind that this program moves a large amount of produce. While there are hundreds of producers across the province (and many located near schools), the program must use growers who have the capacity to supply the entire program or a particular region with the quantities, packaging, and quality as advertised by Fresh from the Farm. All suppliers must also be food safety certified, carry the appropriate liability insurance, and demonstrate a level of responsiveness to receive their order near the end of October, and begin shipping packaged product in early November. For those growers interested in supplying the program, please contact Dan Tukendorf at the Ontario Fruit and Vegetable Growers’ Association (dtukendorf@ofvga.org or 519-763-6160). Additional information on the Fresh from the Farm Procurement Process is detailed in the FAQ section.

The People Growing and Supplying Fresh from the Farm Fruit & Vegetables

Ontario farmers have an important role in contributing to the fabric of our society and our economy. We present the Fresh from the Farm Growers who will be participating in the program. Find the farm locations below and learn about our farmers' products and farming history by visiting their websites.

Keeping in Local. Our Grower Partners

Bay Growers

Clarksburg, ON

Don Poulin 
Potatoes

Sudbury, ON

Carron Farms

Bradford, ON

Martin’s Family Fruit Farm

Waterloo, ON

Grower Three

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Grower Two

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Grower One

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