Shuswap Tourism's Farmstand Tour (submitted photo)

By Pete McIntyre

new project

Public invited to take the Shuswap Farmstand Tour

Jul 11, 2024 | 12:30 PM

Shuswap Tourism has launched what it calls an exciting new initiative called the Shuswap Farmstand Tour.

The program showcases the rich bounty of local agriculture in the Falkland, Salmon River, and Yankee Flats area.

The self-guided tour invites residents and visitors to explore a network of farmstands offering a variety of fresh produce and artisanal goods.

“The Shuswap Farmstand Tour promises a unique experience, guiding participants through picturesque landscapes dotted with family-owned farmstands,” a news release from Shuswap Tourism said.

“Visitors can expect to find a diverse array of offerings, including freshly picked fruit, vegetables, farm-fresh eggs, golden honey, vibrant flowers, and organic chicken, beef, and pork.”

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People interested in taking the tour can visit ShuswapGrown.ca, where they can access a map detailing the locations of participating farmstands. The tour is designed to be flexible, allowing participants to explore at their own pace and indulge in the flavors of the Shuswap.

“We are thrilled to introduce the Shuswap Farmstand Tour, which celebrates our region’s agricultural heritage and offers a direct connection between consumers and local growers,” Morgen Matheson, organizer of the tour and manager of Shuswap Tourism, said.

“It’s a fantastic opportunity for everyone to support local businesses while enjoying the freshest produce our region has to offer.”

Shuswap Tourism is thanking the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, which helped to fund the project.

“Additionally, we acknowledge the collaboration with the Culinary Tourism Alliance for their invaluable support in bringing their expertise to the strategic planning of this project, ensuring it is thoughtfully designed with long-term sustainability in mind. Lastly, we recognize the hard work of Csek Creative in developing the beautiful and thoughtful website that will serve as a cornerstone for this initiative,” Matheson said.

For more information, including updates and participating farmstand listings, visit ShuswapGrown.ca