Bronwyn & Willis
We are a diverse, certified organic, small family farm in Cawston British Columbia. The farm is owned by Shirlee Mae Schneider and Moses Brown, and operated with their son Willis and his wife Bronwyn. Willis and Bronwyn are the 4th generation of our family to be farming in the Similkameen Valley. Our farm is small enough that we are able to do most of the labour ourselves, with help from good friends at key times. This is intentional, as we believe that the physical labour ties us together through the generations with shared experience, ties us to the land, and to our place here on this earth. The genuine appreciation we receive from our customers is a reflection of this approach, as they can taste it in the produce we grow year after year (and sense it in our frazzled, tired appearance in high summer!).
For us sustainability means maintaining a modest lifestyle growing good food for people, coexisting with our life supporting ecosystems, and living intentionally in such a way that we can enjoy the work we do. We strive to achieve this each season.
Products
Squash - Kabocha - Orange
This anti-inflammatory food is bursting with nutrition. It’s full of beta carotene, iron, vitamins A, C, fiber and some B vitamins. And it’s got 40 calories per cup AND less than half the carbs of most other squash (about 7 grams per cup). If you are new to Kabocha it’s similar to pumpkin or acorn squash, but even better because it’s even sweeter and has the perfect fluffy interior. One of the best parts is you can eat the think skin of this squash so no need to deal with peeling it!
Apples - Ambrosia
Ambrosia is a sweet, low-acid apple with a heavenly aroma. Crisp in texture, its fine-grained flesh is crunchy and very juicy! </br> </br> Apples are good source of fibre and vitamin C. They are also great at regulating blood sugar and provide a great source of energy to start the day.
Apples - Gala
Gala apples are one of the most common varieties of apple. They are a cross between the Cox Pippen, Red Delicious and Golden Delicious. </br> </br> Gala apples are a great snacking fruit as they are low in calories, high in water content and offer a fair amount of vitamins A, C and B. They also contain a dietary fiber known as pectin, which has been shown to lower cholesterol levels and help prevent heart attacks. They also contain trace amounts of boron, which has been touted for its ability to help build strong bones.
Apples - Ambrosia - Bag
Ambrosia apples are bi-colored with butter-yellow skin blushed with red. They're crisp and juicy with a sweet flavour and low acidity. Ambrosia apples are a great source of both soluble and insoluble fiber, which has been shown to help lower cholesterol and aid in digestion. They are also low in calories and contain vitamins A and C, most of which is located in the skin.
Apples - Ambrosia - CASE
Ambrosia apples are a variety discovered in the Similkameen Valley, BC! Pink skinned, with yellow flesh that is crisp and juicy with a sweet flavour and low acidity.<br> ***Please store in a cold room or cold garage if you don't have enough fridge space. These should be processed within days of receiving if you don’t have proper storage. <br><br>
Pears - Bosc
Bosc pears have a distinct bronze color and russet skin. They are sweet and juicy, with hints of fall spices.<br> Wrinkled skin on the tip is perfectly normal. It means its perfect to eat!
Pears - Bosc - Bag
Bosc pears have a distinct bronze color and russet skin. They are sweet and juicy, with hints of fall spices.<br> Wrinkled skin on the tip is perfectly normal. It means its perfect to eat!
