Photos by Barry Wallace
Growing over 56% of Canada's carrot needs
The Holland Marsh has the largest area of organic (muck) soil developed for agriculture in Ontario and operates one of the most intensive agricultural production areas in Canada. In this area over 56% of Canada's need for carrots and over 60% of Ontario's onion crop is produced annually. Its root vegetables are available for about 8 months each year, and increasing greenhouse vegetables are available for almost 10 months of the year. Over 200 farms produce over $300million each year in farm cash receipts.
Pictured above: carrots ~ Below: onions
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Barry Wallace
Wow I had no idea that they produce some much of Canada's carrots and onions. Thanks for sharing this Barry!
ReplyDeleteCarrot Envy . The size and volume of their carrots has always amazed me - especially when I'm pulling out the twisted little things from my garden.
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