Local food
Our local food program supports and connects residents on both the producer and consumer sides of the local food industry. We host and support initiatives that increase public trust, awareness and education of food networks in the region. We also provide information on pests and diseases that affect trees and garden vegetables.
Upcoming events
Our local food coordinator is working to increase local food opportunities in the region by hosting education events and developing relationships with local food entrepreneurs. View upcoming events on our events calendar.
Farm to Market to Table Conference: Feb. 27 and 28
Our local food coordinator is working with the Alberta Farm Fresh Producers Association and the Alberta Farmers' Market Association to organize the Farm to Market to Table Conference, which takes place on Feb. 27 and 28, 2020 in Nisku. The conference is for farm-direct marketers, farmers' market vendors, agri-tourism businesses and local foodies. Everyone interested in local food is welcome to attend.
Before the Plate screening and discussion: Feb. 8
Join us for a screening of the 2018 documentary film Before the Plate followed by a group discussion on food and agriculture in the Leduc region. Before the Plate follows John Horne, one of Canada’s most renowned chefs, on an epic journey as he follows each ingredient from one plate of food back to the farms they came from. Learn more here.
Ag Matters e-newsletter
Learn more about local food events in Leduc County.
Local food resources
- Government of Alberta resources for local food producers
- Government of Alberta Agri-food and local food
- Government of Alberta Food safety
- Alberta Farm Fresh Producers Association
- Alberta Farmers' Market Association
- Alberta Farm Animal Care Association