by AleksandraLukovic | Mar 3, 2021 | Meet a Farmer
Avocados are a staple in many Australian’s diets and a heart health booster. Avocados contain mostly healthy mono-unsaturated fats, which can help promote healthy cholesterol levels in the body. While biologically a fruit, avocados fall under the vegetable food...
by AleksandraLukovic | Feb 2, 2021 | Meet a Farmer
As part of QCWA Country Kitchen’s Meet a Farmer initiative, today we learn about free-range pork and egg farmers, Kevin and Cara Jackson. Kevin and Cara are the owners of KC Ridge Farm, located just south of Chinchilla, overlooking the fertile flood plains of the...
by AleksandraLukovic | Dec 2, 2020 | Meet a Farmer
While not as widely consumed in Australia, pork is the most consumed meat in the world, making up 36% of global meat consumption! Lean pork is a part of the lean meat and poultry, fish, eggs, tofu, nuts and seeds and legumes/beans food group of the Australian Guide to...
by AleksandraLukovic | Nov 1, 2020 | Meet a Farmer
Herbs are a great healthy way to pack a flavour punch in your cooking, without the need for added salt. You may have seen Gourmet Garden’s brand of dried herbs and pastes at your local shops and supermarkets. Today, as part of the QCWA Country Kitchens program...
by AleksandraLukovic | Sep 22, 2020 | Nutrition
Getting more fruit and vegetables into your day is one of the most important dietary changes you can make to be healthier. But why exactly are they so good for us? Fruit and vegetables are packed with lots of nutrients that are crucial for the health and maintenance...
