Locally Farmed Haskap Berries
Growing newer varieties of haskap berries in Chetwynd, BC for local and commercial markets.
About the Berries
Discover Haskap
What are haskap berries?
A dark blue berry that grows on mid-size bushes and thrives in the cooler temperatures of northern Canada. Varieties developed by the University of Saskatchewan have dramatically improved taste and size. Member of the latin Lonicera Cerulea family, which also include the native blue honeysuckle growing in the boreal forest region.
What is the flavour of haskaps?
Haskaps have a thin skin with tiny unnoticable seeds. Our varieties of Aurora, Indigos and Boreals have a tangy sweet, complex flavour, often likened to mixed berries. They make many great products such as juice, jam, spreads, tarts, chutneys, relishes, ice cream, yoghurt, dried berries, and powdered berry mixes.
What are the benefits?
Haskap has long been known by the ancient Japanese as, “The Fruit of Life Longevity and Fruit of Vision”. It holds very high levels of antioxidants, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, fibre, calcium and potassium. It’s dark rich colour speaks to the high antioxidants and the nutrients it adds to many favourite dishes.
Know us better
Our Farm in Numbers
1
family
23,000+
haskap plants
6
different varieties
100%
commitment to quality
Why You’ll Love Us
There has never been a better time to eat local. Local food means supporting the people around you. We’re in a fantastic time for local food.
- Best Flavour
- Better for You
- Safe
- Supporting Local Families
- Building Community
- Keeping Taxes Down
Try with our haskaps
Our News & Favourite Recipes
- U-Pick Open!
We have lots of berries and would love to have you come and pick some for yourself! We are open Sun-Fri from 8-1 until the berries are done (early to mid August). We have six different varieties that ripen atContinue reading “U-Pick Open!” - U-Pick This Summer
Our plants are enjoying this fine spring weather and we’re expecting berries to share this summer! Look for details about our u-pick closer to July. - Summer Employment Opportunity
Between the ages of 15 and 30? Looking for work this summer? We are looking for a capable young adult who has a good attitude, is interested in working outside, and is willing to develop client service, teamwork, communication andContinue reading “Summer Employment Opportunity”
