Meet the people behind Ferme J. Ouimet! We’re head over heels for potatoes. The farm is more than just a place to work. It’s a fertile breeding ground for team spirit, passion for the potato profession and respect for the environment. We put all our love and delicacy into bringing you the very best potatoes to add “oomph” to your recipes!
Working at the farm means cultivating passion
At Ferme J. Ouimet, we value teamwork. Dedication and respect for the environment are fundamental to us. To be part of our team means to commit to a Quebec company that produces much more than potatoes: it cultivates values of quality, respect, and authenticity.
Keep baby potatoes (creamers) refrigerated to keep them looking their best!
Storing potatoes properly
Store potatoes away from light, moisture, heat and cold.
Tips and tricks
Are you suffering from headaches? Potatoes could help! As one of the foods with the highest potassium content, they’re the perfect support against migraine, which is often caused by a lack of potassium.
Tips and tricks
Do you play sports for fun, or are you an athlete? Potatoes are an excellent source of energy for long‑term efforts. They’re rich in carbohydrates, potassium and vitamin C. It also helps replenish glycogen stores in your muscles.
Tips and tricks
Are your boiled potatoes turning black? Plunge them into cold water. They’ll stay beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!
Potato gossip
Approximately 150 varieties of potatoes are grown in Canada (according to Agriculture and Agri‑Food Canada).
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China, India and Ukraine are the world’s largest potato producers.
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Alberta is the province with the most significant potato production in Canada.
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Potatoes are fibre‑rich and an excellent source of antioxidants, B vitamins, potassium and manganese for your bones and cartilage.
Potato gossip
The average Canadian eats around 55.9 kg (123.24 lb) of potatoes yearly.
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The Goldrush variety is the most widely grown potato in Quebec.
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Potatoes are lower in calories than pasta and rice. So, please, don’t feel guilty about eating them!
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Potatoes known as “baby potatoes (or creamers)” are not a variety. They are simply small potatoes.
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Potato cooking water can shine up your tarnished stainless steel utensils.
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The potato is the 4th most consumed foodstuff in the world (after corn, wheat and rice).
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Are sweet potatoes not only delicious but also nutritious? They’re rich in antioxidants and vitamins C and E, making them a smart choice for a healthy diet.
Tips and tricks
Is your soup too salty? Add a few cubes of raw potato. They absorb the salt!
Potato gossip
Why is the Russet potato ideal for crispy fries and baked potatoes? Its floury flesh and thick skin make it so!
