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McClintock Yoghurt
Comox Valley MLA Don McRae, Sandra McClintock, Gerry McClintock (L to R).
McClintock’s Farm in Comox Valley is known for its raspberries, blueberries and sweet corn. Now they are know for their water buffalo yogurt. Yes, you read that right, the McClintocks have a 50-head herd of water buffalo, which they milk to create quality, natural yogurt.
McClintock’s Farm water buffalo yogurt is rich in calcium, has a worthy amount of magnesium, and contains more potassium than cow’s milk. The buffalo milk makes a mild-tasting yogurt that is high in milk fat and protein, but has lower cholesterol levels than cow’s milk.
“We currently only supply Vancouver Island retailers,” said Sandra McClintock, “but would love to expand into other areas of BC.”
Mass produced yogurts may contain gelatin, pectin, cornstarch, added sugars, synthetic flavours, and food dyes. The McClintock’s can openly boast their yogurt has the same health properties of old-fashioned, plain yogurt from days gone by.
Physicians have used yogurt for centuries to alleviate intestinal inflammation. Because it contains friendly active bacteria cultures, or probiotics, it’s a favourite with anyone who has trouble digesting the lactose in cow’s milk.
With no off-Island distribution system in place, McClintock’s Farm is limited to where they can sell their yogurt. Until a new distribution system is in place, the McClintock family continues to spread word through product education.
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