 When you think of farming you probably don't envision greenhouses where state-of-the-art innovations and serious investment come together to deliver fresh vegetables through every season. The controlled nature of greenhouse growing enables food to grow through extreme weather conditions extending our local food season. Greenhouses in Ontario produce uniform crops that minimize waste and maximize yields and quality. There are over 220 greenhouse growers in Ontario growing over 3,000 acres. Over 476,000 tons of produce is grown each year. There is a wide range of crops produced but the main commodities are tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. Most of the vegetables are picked, packed, and shipped within 24 hours. Now that's fresh. The local greenhouse sector is not only important to our food supply, it also employs over 7,400 people. Permanent and seasonal employees work together with commitment and passion to deliver high quality vegetables we can all enjoy. For more information about Ontario greenhouse vegetables visit ProduceMadeSimple.ca