Seasonal Guide

There is an abundance of food grown, raised, and harvested across this region, much of which is constrained by the reality of our four seasons. Eating in season means that you will enjoy the freshest, most nutritious options. It is also a great time to stock up and preserve the abundance for the off season. And don’t forget that there is a lot of local food available year round, including grains and legumes, animal products, and beverages, among others. Browse through the listings on this website to get a great idea of the diversity of foods available and the many dedicated farmers and entrepreneurs that bring them to us!

Fruits

J F M A M J J A S O N D
Apples x x x
Apricots x x
Blueberries x x x x
Cherries x x x
Melons x x
Peaches x x x
Pears x x x
Prune Plums x x x
Raspberries x x x x
Strawberries x x x x x

Vegetables

J F M A M J J A S O N D
Arugula x x x x x x
Asparagus x x x
Beans x x x x
Beets x x x x x x
Peppers x x
Bok Choy x x x x x
Broccoli x x x x
Brussel Sprouts x x
Cabbage x x x x x
Carrots x x x x x x x
Cauliflower x x x
Celery x x x
Chard x x x x
Cucumbers x x x x
Daikon x x x x
Dandelion x x x x x
Eggplants x x x x
Endives x x x x x
Fennel x x x x
Garlic x x x
Artichokes x x x x x
Leeks x x x x x
Lettuce x x x x x x
Onions x x x x x
Parsnips x x x x
Peas x x x x
Potatoes x x x x x
Pumpkins x x x
Radishes x x x x x x
Rutabagas x x x
Shallots x x x
Spinach x x x
Squash x x x
Corn x x
Sweet Potatoes x x
Swiss Chard x x x x
Tomatilloes x x x
Tomatoes x x x
Turnips x x x x
Zucchini x x x x

Looking for great food grown and processed in the Kootenays?

The Kootenay Food Council Directory is your guide to farms, food, producers, markets and seasonal eating in the Kootenays!

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