CBC News at Six explores the knowns and unknowns of New Brunswick's organic agriculture in a special four part series. Watch CBC News at Six from Tuesday, Oct. 9 - Friday, Oct. 12.
What is organic? How big is the industry in New Brunswick? Is organic food better for you? For the earth?
Try out the recipes below prepared by three New Brunswick chefs from NB Certified organic products!
Oct. 9, 2006:Watch Part two:
What is the difference between certified and non-certified organic?
(runs 2:49 l RealVideo)
Oct. 11, 2006:Watch Part one:
The Bunnetts' 7-year journey to organic beef production.
(runs 7:23 l RealVideo)
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Census of Agriculture Counts 2,776 farms in New Brunswick According to the census there were 239 farms with organic production in New Brunswick on census day, 8.6% of all farms in the province. Nationwide 6.8% of all farms reported organic production. For the first time, farmers were able to report on their census forms the status of organic products grown or raised. Of the 239 farms reporting organic products in New Brunswick, 17.6% produced certified organic products, less than 1% were in transition to becoming certified and 82.0% produced organic products but were not certified by a Certifying Agency. Farms can report more than one organic status. The predominant group of organic products grown in New Brunswick was fruits, vegetables or greenhouse products. They were reported on 44.4% of the province’s organic farms. | ||
Statistics
Canada, 2006 Census of Agriculture
Oct. 11, 2006:Roasted rib steak with Dijon mustard warm two bean salad with and herbs, maple roasted purple top turnips and shallots
This entrée is provided by Chef Ryan Dunne
Oct. 11, 2006:Grilled New York strip loin with three potato salad
This entrée is provided by Chef Ryan Dunne
Oct. 11, 2006:Pan Seared Beef tenderloin with organic greens fried zucchini and mustard vinaigrette
This entrée is provided by Chef Ryan Dunne
Oct. 12, 2006:Pumpkin Blossom Crepes with Blueberry Sauce
This dessert is provided by Chef Arne Fulton
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