Preserving vegetables and fruits is a great way to prolong their life and extend the use of seasonal produce all year round. For information on when fresh vegetables and fruits are harvested in our province, see the Harvest Chart.

Canning and bottling are long standing traditions in Newfoundland and Labrador and can help increase access to vegetables and fruits in the colder seasons. For information on canning and bottling foods safely, visit Home Canning: Getting Started.

Freezing vegetables and fruits will also help you have access to seasonal items throughout the year. To learn more about freezing these foods safely, visit Ice Ice Veggies — Food First NL.