Wildfires and floods often shut down highways connecting Yukon to southern Canada, disrupting food supplies. Yukoners rely on trucked goods with only 2 to 4 percent of food being locally grown. Limited arable land, short growing seasons, and poor-quality soil hinder farming. Despite these challenges, a dedicated group of farmers is managing to produce vegetables, eggs, and dairy products. Communities are increasingly seeking local food sources, prompting initiatives like the Yukon Farm Guide and programs for local produce availability.
The growing season in Yukon is short, and farming is challenging due to limited arable land and poor-quality soil, which limits food production significantly.
Only 2 to 4 percent of the food consumed in Yukon is locally cultivated, which makes the food supply precarious and reliant on outside sources.
A small group of farmers in the Yukon is successfully producing potatoes, vegetables, eggs, and even cheese, showing that local agriculture can thrive.
The interest in local food sources is increasing, with the Yukon Agricultural Association receiving more inquiries about local products and where to find them.
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