The Canadian Meat Buying Calendar: What's in Season When

Small farms don't operate on grocery store schedules. Beef is typically harvested in the fall. Pastured chicken is available June through October. Turkeys are Thanksgiving and Christmas. Lamb is spring and fall. Ordering months in advance is normal. Here's a month-by-month guide to what's available and when to place your order.

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