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Stickling’s Organic Raisin Bread
Aug 2011
This bread contains unbleached wheat flour, not stone-ground. Over 95% of ingredients are organic. This bread is Artisan Bakers Quality Alliance licensed, which means that the bread has to meet “high artisan manufacturing standards.” The production method for this bread was not specified, and the bakery does not include any information about its environmental or More >
Organic Meadow Ice Cream
May 2011
This is the only ice cream we found containing organic and fair trade ingredients. Organic Meadow, owned by a farmers’ cooperative in Ontario, buys its fair trade cocoa and sugar from organic farmers in the Caribbean. While not available in most major chain stores, this ice cream can be found in specialty stores, some Loblaws, More >
Organic Meadow Free Run Eggs
May 2011
Organic Meadow, owned by an Ontario farmers’ co-operative, is typically known for its milk—but it also produces free-run eggs. The farm says that chickens are fed “free choice—meaning they are left to eat the feed that satisfies them. Our hens are never force-fed.” Their feed consists of organic flax and corn, and they’re housed in More >
Rudolph’s Bakery Organic Rye Bread
Aug 2010
This bread contains 100% organic ingredients and is made locally at its outlet at 390 Alliance Ave in midtown Toronto, where Rudolph’s stocks both organic and non-organic breads. The flour is not stone-ground. The production method for this bread was not specified, and the bakery does not include any information about its environmental or social More >
Dimpflmeier Organic 100% Rye Bread with Whole Grain
Aug 2010
This bread contains 100% organic ingredients and is made locally in Toronto’s west end —the bakery’s outlet at 26-36 Advance Road is popular amongst locals. The flour is not stone-ground. Certification agent OCPP/Procert has certified the ingredients. The production method for this bread was not specified, and the bakery does not include any information about More >
Stonemill Bakehouse Organic Bread
Aug 2010
This bread contains organic ingredients but the flour is not stone ground. The bakery claims to have an “environmental plan” for its operations. This involves reducing electrical consumption and water use, using phosphate-free cleaners, recycling, choosing emission-free electricity, and using local ingredients. The bakery also says it uses alternative farming and all-natural ingredients, as well More >
