alberta

Why Our Free Range Pork Isn’t Certified Organic

One of the questions we get asked all the time is whether our pork products are certified organic. Technically, the answer is no. The term “organic” is governed and regulated by the federal government, and for pork products to be certified they must meet specific standards and undergo an organic certification process.

From Farm to Table: The Journey of Spragg’s Meat Shop’s Pork

Today, there is a rising interest in how food is grown and raised. The farm to table movement has been a driving force in the resurfacing appreciation for local, traceable food. Consumers deserve transparency from their local farmers, which is why we’ve created this infographic. We hope you enjoy exploring the journey of our free range, Alberta-raised pork products.

The Buy-Local Mentality is Sweeping the Nation This Holiday Season

Did you hear the good news? This holiday season more Canadians are adopting a buy-local mentality, even online. 73% of online shoppers are planning to buy holiday gifts from Canadian retailers instead of buying from US or international websites, according to a study from PayPal and Ipsos.

Why We Love Hunting Season In Alberta

Ah, hunting season. There’s something primal and special about gearing up and heading into the wild to hunt down the ultimate free range meat: wild game. There are a million reasons to love hunting season. Here in Alberta, we are privileged to enjoy a truly marvelous hunting season. Why? Read our latest blog to learn about the reasons why we love hunting season in Alberta.

3 Delectable Wild Game Recipes

If you’re a hunter, or have a hunter in your family, every year during hunting season your freezer probably gets filled with loads of delicious game meat. Or perhaps after a day of hunting, you want to sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labours. When it comes to cooking wild game, there are a few classic recipes every cook should know.