Land

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We recognize and acknowledge that the land we farm on is part of Treaty 6. Before our grandparents arrived in Canada, this land was stewarded by the lands first farmers, hunters, fishers, and foragers. We stand in solidarity with those who came before us and anyone who believe everyone has the right to healthy food, land, water, and air. 

 

Soil

 

We're passionate about good soil. So we add lots of organic matter by creating our own compost on site and at home. We also source additional compost made right here in Edmonton, closing the loop on food waste! We have also conducted soil testing and heavy metals analysis, this testing indicates that heavy metal levels are within ESRD Tier 1  Soil and Groundwater Remediation Guideline's recommended limits for human contact and agricultural use. 

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Pest Management

 

Instead of chemicals, we use certified organic methods of pest control practices. We use a lot of row covers to prevent pest problems from occurring in the first place. When pest problems do arise, we use biological predators to help mitigate these nasty suckers. But sometimes it does not work and the crops return to nature.

 

Other Materials

 

We try to use repurposed and reclaimed materials whenever possible. We make our crates and compost bins out of reclaimed wood and try to source second hand tools and supplies when possible. 

 

We also searched high and low to find the lowest impact packaging we could. Many of our items are sold as bunches so they don't need a bag at all. Where we do use containers or bags, we have sourced biodegradable and reyclable options made from renewable resources.