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Canadian Cherry Month is in full swing July 15 – August 15

As fresh Canadian sweet cherries arrive in stores across the country, the BC Cherry Association is inviting Canadians to celebrate the fourth annual Canadian Cherry Month by taking a simple step in the produce aisle or at a market: flip the bag, check the labels, and look at store signs to make sure the cherries they buy are Canadian Cherries.

Running from July 15 to August 15, Canadian Cherry Month celebrates the height of the domestic season and encourages Canadians to choose fresh Canadian sweet cherries with confidence. This year's national campaign theme, "Flip for Canadian Cherries," highlights the importance of country-of-origin and supports local cherry growers.

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Home Grown Ontario Tulips

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Ontario’s flower sector is blooming ??

With more than $1 billion in farmgate sales and over $650 million in annual exports—much of it centred in the Niagara region—Ontario growers are a major force in Canada’s floriculture industry. In fact, the province produces roughly 50% of all flowers grown in the country, serving a market of over 100 million consumers within a one-day drive.

It’s a powerful example of how strategic location, cross-border access, and strong production capacity come together to support both local agriculture and global markets ??

?? Watch as Andrew Morse, Executive Director of Flowers Canada, shares insights and the full story behind Ontario’s tulip industry and its thriving flower sector.