About the Region

The Strait of Belle Isle is a narrow corridor between Labrador and Newfoundland where strong Atlantic weather systems, steep terrain, and fast winds create harsh coastal conditions. Cold Arctic water from the Labrador Current meets warmer Gulf of St. Lawrence water, producing fog, delayed spring, and rapid weather changes.

Each spring, sea ice and icebergs can become trapped in the strait, keeping the surrounding land colder than nearby regions. This creates a short growing season for most plants, but cloudberries maintain a longer season that begins earlier in southern Newfoundland and progresses north as conditions allow.

The area is a treeless arctic alpine landscape where only stress tolerant plants grow. The red berry grows in the coldest zones and ripens after frost, while cloudberries develop over a longer season. Both reflect the environmental stress of the region.

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From the Patch

From the Patch — Week 1
Continual strong southeast winds and cool nights have been the story out here on the east coast of Newfoundland for the past tree weeks ow. The berries are still green and a few weeks away from harvest.  Read more...
From the Patch — Week 0
Sustained strong winds on the east coast may reduce crop size somewhat this year. Cloudberries require insects to cross-pollinate between separate male and female plants — weather that grounds pollinators directly stops berry development. Read more...