As beef farmers, it is really important to us to see Manitoulin Island restaurants serving up local beef. Disclosure - This post was written in partnership with Canada Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. Supporting local businesses has always been important, and with over a year living in a pandemic, it is even more important than ever to … [Read more...]
Iron for Teen Girls #MyCanadianBeef
I'm a mom of a tween girl, and I've been reading up on iron for teen girls. Disclosure – This post about iron for teen girls is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. I have have been iron deficient for much of my adult life and it has been an ongoing issue for me. Anemia is a condition where … [Read more...]
Fall on the Farm – Pride of Producer #MyCanadianBeef
Disclosure – This Pride of Producer post is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own.People often ask us when the slow time on the farm is. To be honest, there really isn't a downtime on the farm. Each season has its various jobs that need to be completed on the farm. End of Harvest Season This time … [Read more...]
Sustainability on the Farm #MyCanadianBeef
Sustainability on the farm is of the utmost importance to farmers. After all, our farm is our livelihood, so it makes sense to have good practice on the farm. Disclosure – This post is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. Some of the things we do on our farm to promote sustainability … [Read more...]
Quick & Easy Mongolian Beef Recipe #MyCanadianBeef
This quick and easy Mongolian Beef recipe is perfect for busy weeknights because it only takes 30 minutes from start to finish! Disclosure – This post is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. Now that we're well into the first month of back to school, it's back to trying to figure out what to … [Read more...]
Let’s Make Lunch – Kids’ Online Cooking Camp
Disclosure – This Canadian Beef Kids' Online Summer Cooking Camp post is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. Little One has been my little sous chef ever since she was a toddler. Now that she’s 11 years old, she has decided that she wants to give Mama a break and make supper several times a week. Okay, I … [Read more...]
Little One’s Chili con Carne Recipe
Disclosure - This Chili con Carne post is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. We are certainly living in challenging and unusual times. People are staying at home and practising physical-distancing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. For us, this means not going out in social environments unless it is necessary. … [Read more...]
Family Favourite: Korean Beef Bulgogi #MyCanadianBeef
A family favourite in our house is Korean Beef Bulgogi. Disclosure - This post is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. Parents, perhaps some of you are trying to figure out what to cook for the family and are always on the look out for recipes to add to your … [Read more...]
Canadians Have Spoken – Fresh & Canadian Beef Tastes Better Than Frozen
Disclaimer - This post was written in collaboration with Wendy’s® Canada. As always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and those of the author. Through our many travels, we have learned that as Canadians, we pride ourselves in our diverse culture, rich history, and all things Canadian. We feel a sense of connection in shared experiences and we also … [Read more...]
Holiday Roasting #makeitCDNbeef Twitter Party
When we think of the Holidays, many of us think turkey and stuffing or ham with festive fixings. I have to tell you that in our family, a roast is also one of the main attractions. Holiday roasting is always a good thing! Who doesn't love roasted veggies or potatoes...and a roast beef? We're a beef farming family and a roast is a great way to feed a large group of people … [Read more...]
Rotisserie Beef! #MakeitCDNbeef Twitter Party
Most of you know that I married a beef farmer and we live on a working beef farm. Canadian Beef is a very large part of our daily life. Canadian Beef represents Canadian beef farmers and ranchers all across our great nation. Back in the day, I even contributed to the Canadian Beef blog! What some of you may not know is that when Little One was in the NICU at Mount Sinai … [Read more...]
Canadian Beef Twitter Chat! #CDNbeefchat
As a city girl who married a beef farmer, I've made it my duty to immerse myself in all things beef farming. Yes, for those of you who knew me in my former life as a world traveler and literary egghead, you are likely shocked at the life I now live. On our family farm, everyone has a job. Even our six year old daughter helps feeding the cattle. Though Hubby does the bulk of … [Read more...]
Canadian Beef Twitter Party! #CanadianBeefApp
Many of you know I've been a longtime supporter of Canadian Beef. My husband comes from generations of beef farmers, so it's a given! We raise cattle on Manitoulin Island. Canadian Beef represents the many Canadian Beef farmers and ranchers (and their families) across our nation. When Canadian Beef launched their #CanadianBeefApp, I made sure to get the app on my phone. … [Read more...]
Living on a Beef Farm – Why do we do it?
With all the social media shares on agriculture that have come about with the #farm365 movement started by Andrew Campbell (aka: @FreshAirFarmer), it's great that farmers have a voice and are able to share the realities of farming. @NurseLovesFarmr has been a long-standing #agvocate and it's great to see so many others out there sharing and supporting. When I blogged on the … [Read more...]
What Do Cows Eat In the Winter?
Welcome to another edition of #FarmFactFriday. You've asked this question, and Jill is here to answer it. What Do Cows Eat In the Winter? With a foot of snow on the ground and temperatures below zero, many people often ask, what do cows eat in the winter? The simple answer is hay. Most people are familiar the a cows diet in the summer, acres and acres of lush green grass. … [Read more...]