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Farm Fresh Products

VEGETABLES, GREENS, BERRIES, AND HERBS
DRIED HERB MIXES
FREE RANGE EGGS
DANDELION BLOSSOM, CRABAPPLE, FIREWEED BLOSSOM, HIGHBUSH CRANBERRY,
WILD SASKATOON, WILD ROSEHIP, WILD ROSE PETAL, HAWTHORNE BERRY


GIFT IDEA - CRATE OF FARM PRODUCTS (see below)
BOREAL AMBER BIRCH SYRUP (click here for more information)


Moose Meadows Farm is a home based business and markets a wide variety of products. All of the products produced by the farm are produced with utmost amount of pride as quality is deemed number one. For fertiliser, we only use alpaca manure.

In 2010, "The Green's House" was constructed. This 30' x 16' greenhouse, has been the answer to successfully growing some vegetables and herbs, and extending our growing season, in the North Cariboo climate. In 2010, we were still harvesting fresh greens from the "house" in November! We also planted a berry patch which includes Saskatoon, Raspberry, Honeyberry, and Cherry. We are hoping to introduce Dried Herb Mixes and Seasonings in 2011.

In addition, to the products listed below, the following is available at the farm gate and /or Quesnel Farmers Market:
Greens: Mixed Salad Greens, Romaine Lettuce, Leaf Lettuce (red & green), Aragula, Spinach, Curly Kale
Herbs: Oregano, Basil, Rosemary, Stevia
Vegetables / Legumes: Carrots, Potatoes, Tomatoes, Beans, Peas
Berries: Saskatoons, Raspberries, Currants (red & black), Honeyberries, Cherries

Greenhouse

Garden

Inside Greenhouse

For information about our Boreal Amber Birch Syrup, please go to our Birch Syrup & Sugaring Off page. For additional information or to order some of our Fresh Farm Products, please contact us at 250.249.5329 or mmfarm@goldcity.net


CRATE OF FARM PRODUCTS

Have the farm create a SPECIAL GIFT for you made up of products from the farm. This gift can be created using any of the product available at the farm - Wild Syrups and Jellies, Birch Syrup, Alpaca Socks, Farm Fresh Eggs, Vegetables & Greens, Dried Herb Mixes. All product will be packaged with hay or stray (as this is the only packaging available at the farm) and put in a locally made "mountain pine beetle wood crate" (made from salvaged wood from trees killed by the moutain pine beetle).

3 sizes of crates available (Small, Medium, Large).

PRICE will vary depending upon crate size and contents. Minimum price is $50.00.

These crates CAN be shipped. In 2010, we shipped 2 as gifts - 1 to Victoria, BC and the other to Pennsylvania, USA!

Farm Product Crate


FREE RANGE NATURAL EGGS

Moose Meadows Farm eggs are produced by FREE RANGE "ladies" who are of a variety of types and given the option of going out daily. Our eggs, although not graded, are sorted and mixed by size. The yolk colour is indicative of what the birds are eating.... 100% natural, vegetable based pellets, grain (wheat, oats, barley and corn), vegetables, fruit and in the snow free months a mix of natural seeds and grasses.

The benefits of purchasing local free range eggs are the following:
* they can be considered more environmentally friendly as they are typically from local sources;
* by purchasing local products, you are contributing to the local economy;
* the eggs are fresher
* the chickens are able to eat a diet closer to their natural diet - this includes bugs and fresh greens;

* the chickens are able to exhibit "normal" behaviours resulting in less stress;
* the chickens get sunlight, fresh air, and other things that contribute to a healthier animal;
* the chickens have more mentally stimulating lives; surely something they appreciate

Our eggs are available at the farm gate (house) or by giving us a call.
PRICE: $4.00 / DOZ.
Note: We often do not have enough eggs to meet the demand.

Chicken House
The Over Easy Lodge
Constructed 2002

WILD SYRUPS & JELLIES

Moose Meadows Farm produces a variety of different syrups and jellies throughout the year. Focusing on "wild" and non-timber forest products, all products are available on a limited basis. Prior to ordering, please call for availability.

Wild food is said to be a staple for the poor, for the rich a delicacy and for the frugal, a delight. At any rate, we hope you enjoy any one of these culinary adventures.
syrups

DANDELION BLOSSOM SYRUP / JELLY

This syrup/ jelly is produced using the beautiful yellow blossoms of the common dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) collected from our U-Pick Blossom Fields in May. Introduced to North America in earlier times, dandelions are typically considered an aggressive, weedy species. Dandelion is from "dent-de-lion", or lion's tooth, in reference to its leaves. The plant is entirely edible - the leaves as greens (in salads) and the root as a vegetable or a coffee substitute. The syrup and jelly have a delicate flavour that resembles honey - it is lovely in tea, on warm biscuits, ice cream or pancakes.

SYRUP: 375ml; PRICE: $12.50

JELLY: 250ml; PRICE: $6.50


CRABAPPLE SYRUP / JELLY

This syrup is produced using the juice extracted from hardy domestic apple trees (Malus pumila Mill.) and / or crabapple trees that are able to grow and withstand the cold, lengthy winters of British Columbia's Cariboo Country. The fruit are collected late summer and the juice extracted. The result is a lovely pink to amber coloured jelly packaged in 250 ml jars complete with labels. The jelly is lovely on warm, buttered toast or can be used to compliment both meat and / or vegetables.
SYRUP: $12.50
JELLY: 250ml; PRICE: $6.50

 


FIREWEED BLOSSOM SYRUP / JELLY

This syrup / jelly is produced using the flower blossoms of the fireweed (also known as Rosebay Willowherb and "asperge" by the French Canadian voyageurs. Common on disturbed areas (roadsides, railways, and burns) - hence the common name. The entire plant is edible and the leaves high in vitamin C and can be used as a tea. The stalk, in early spring, can be steamed and is similar to asparagus. The flower produces ample nectar, which results in an excellent honey, and in this case, a syrup or jelly. We hope you enjoy this lovely unique product with a touch of the wild!

SYRUP: 375ml.; PRICE: $12.50
JELLY: 250ml; PRICE: $7.00


HIGHBUSH CRANBERRY SYRUP / JELLY

This syrup is produced using the juice extracted from the wild, indigenous Highbush Cranberry (Viburnum edule). Highbush Cranberry, also called Squashberry and Mooseberry, is a Non Timber Forest Product (NTFP). It was an important food for many First Nation groups and continues to be for over-wintering bird species as the berries remain on the bushes well into winter. Boxes of Highbush Cranberries were consiered a prestigious gift and the berries were often eatern at important feasts. Although Highbush Cranberries have a flavour similar to farmed cranberries (Vaccinium oxycoccos), the two bushes are unrelated.

The jelly is lovely on toast, scones, or used in a similar application to cranberries. The syrup is wonderful on waffles and / or pancakes.

SYRUP: 375ml.; PRICE: $12.50
JELLY: 250ml; PRICE: $7.00


WILD SASKATOON BERRY SYRUP / JELLY

This syrup is produced using the purple - black berries of the Saskatoon bush (Amelanchier alnifolia). Collected from the surrounding forest and fields, the berries have been highly regarded by many First Nation groups for many years. Saskatoons have reach their supremacy as a fruit on the Canadian prairies and many horticulturalists have developed many varieties for commercial and garden us. The syrup has a superbe flavour and accompanies many things well - ice cream, waffles, and pancakes. We hope you enjoy this syrup from the wilds of British Columbia's fields and forests.

SYRUP: 375ml; PRICE: $12.50


WILD ROSEHIP SYRUP

Rosehips are the fruit of the rose bush and the ones used in making this jelly are from the indigenous shrub, the Prickly Rose (Rosa acicularis). Labour intensive to pick, finicky to process and long used by local First Nations people, the Rosehips are picked after the first autumn frost when they are in full colour. This syrup is packaged in 375 ml bottles decorated with 2 labels. We hope that you enjoy this culinary adventure which is an excellent natural source of Vitamin C.

SYRUP: 375ml; PRICE: $14.50
JELLY: 250ml; PRICE: $7.00


WILD ROSEPETAL JELLY

This jelly is made with the petals of the indigenous shrub, the Prickly Rose or Wild Rose (Rosa acicularis). Labour intensive to collect, the petals are picked in June when the plants are in full bloom. The jelly has a lovely taste resembling "Turkish Delight" and goes well with chocolate or on warm scones / biscuits.

JELLY: 125ml; PRICE: $5.00


HAWTHORNE BERRY SYRUP

This syrup is made from berries collected from the Hawthorne tree (Crataegus oxycantha ), a common deciduous tree or shrub growing in North America, Europe and Asia. It is also known as the "Mayflower" or "Maybush". The plant is a member of the family Rosaceae, and has thorny branches which sport beautiful pink or white flowers in the spring which develop into small apple-like fruit that ripens bright red in the fall. Hawthorn berries have been known as a natural heart tonic for centuries and has even been called "food for the heart. In addition to bioflavinoids, hawthorn contains cardiotonic amines, polyphenols, and is a source of Vitamin C, the B vitamins, and many other nutrients. The syrup is simply delicious on pancakes, waffles, crepes, and / or scones.

SYRUP: 375ml; PRICE: $12.50

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