Collection: Canada

Canada’s pepper sector is best known for its advanced greenhouse agriculture, particularly in Ontario and British Columbia, where greenhouses drive annual yields exceeding 51,000 metric tons and a $166 million farm gate value. Canadian growers use hydroponic, climate-controlled environments to extend seasons and produce bell, sweet, and hot peppers for fresh market and export.

Field-grown hot peppers, including jalapeño, cayenne, and Hungarian wax, are cultivated mostly in southern Ontario, with yields and cycles linked to short growing seasons. Canadian peppers are exported mainly to the US, while imports supply year-round domestic demand. Community gardens and small-scale farms focus on resilient varieties for cool climates, supporting local food and specialty sauce businesses.