Earthy Organics This farm is all about organics! Not only do they grow delicious True Local produce, they work hard to inspire others to do the same. Their farm tour program for schools and customers … Continue reading Earthy Organics
Glade Organics Ross and Mira are just getting into the world of farming, but it seems like they’re all green thumbs. Their produce is truly gorgeous and absolutely delicious and we just can’t get enough … Continue reading Glade Organics
Seven Summits Coffee Co. Thomas Barrie is passionate about a good cup of coffee. But that doesn’t start, or even end, with the brew. It starts with the farmer who harvests the beans. It continues … Continue reading Seven Summits Coffee
Kootenay Natural Meats Dale and Wendy raise Kootenay Natural Meats. They are truly passionate about the health and wellbeing of their animals and offering a quality product to consumers. Kootenay Co-op Butcher Shop manager, Tyler … Continue reading Kootenay Natural Meats (and farm tour photos!)
Nelson Naturals Toothpaste Kevin and Dana make natural toothpaste with colloidal silver. This amazing ingredient’s main benefit is that it’s antibacterial. It is said to bind to harmful proteins and destroy them in the process. … Continue reading Nelson Naturals Toothpaste
Stone Meadow Gardens – Organic Veggies and Flowers On July 9th, Carl and Sarah Kistner showed us around their beautiful farm. It was scorching hot, but all were happy to be in good company, surrounded by colourful flowers … Continue reading Stone Meadow Gardens Farm Tour
Natural deodorant from KL Skin Naturals Leah Edgar makes KL Skin Naturals on the North Shore of Nelson. Her business did not grow out of a desire for financial success, but rather, out of a … Continue reading KL Skin Natural Deodorant
David Beringer is the Uphill Baker. His passion for local organic food and his commitment to keeping food fresh and affordable is what gives us this Kootenay staple. He mixes dough in an old Hobart … Continue reading Uphill Bakery
It’s Farm Tour Season! Farm tours are one of the most enjoyable aspects of the True Local program. Not only are these visits just plain fun, they achieve a number of positive outcomes: First, Kootenay Co-op … Continue reading Co-op Staff visit Hummingbird Farm!
Feed Your Soul Foods have become a Kootenay-staple. From Almond Butter Bliss to Falafel’s Cousin wraps, locals have come to depend on these nourishing lunches and healthy treats. Dawna’s story is an inspirational one, but her … Continue reading Feed Your Soul Foods
