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WOODSTOCK - Summer is in full swing, and so are Ontario's peaches, pears, plums, cherries, nectarines, apricots and Coronation grapes. Pick up an array of these sweet treats while they are at their most ripe and flavourful at your local grocery stores, on-farm markets and farmers' markets across the province.
 
"Our hardworking farmers are harvesting a bounty of healthy, delicious tender fruit for you to enjoy right now," said Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. "I invite everyone to eat, drink and be 'cherry' this summer with Ontario's terrific tender fruits."
 
"Summer is here, and that means consumers across Ontario can enjoy the sun and the wonderfully sweet tree-ripened fruit that farmers have nurtured over the spring," said Sarah Marahall, Manager of Ontario Tender Fruit Growers. "We encourage everyone to overindulge in peaches, nectarines, plums, grapes, apricots and pears before the trees and vines take a rest in the fall."
 
Ontario's tender fruit is delicious and nutritious. Peaches, nectarines and apricots are a good source of vitamin C, while pears are a great source of fibre. Plums are high in potassium, and cherries and grapes are high in antioxidants and folic acid.
Source : Ontario

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