Honey, Maple & Farm Product Labels

Whether you're a small-scale apiarist bottling raw honey, a family-run maple syrup producer, or a farm crafting preserves and artisanal sauces, professional labelling is essential. In Ontario's vibrant agricultural sector, your product's label is more than just identification—it's a critical touchpoint that communicates quality, tells your story, and meets regulatory standards. At Lux Label Labs, we create durable, attractive labels designed specifically for the unique challenges of honey, maple, and farm products, ensuring they withstand moisture, refrigeration, and handling while enhancing shelf appeal across Ontario's farmers' markets and storefronts.

Typical Requirements

Ontario honey, maple, and farm producers typically require labels that balance aesthetics with functionality. Common specifications include:

  • Sizes: 2–4" diameter rounds for honey jars, 1.5–3" tall rectangles for maple syrup bottles, and custom die-cuts for preserves (visit our label collections for standard templates)
  • Materials: Waterproof films for liquid products, textured kraft for rustic preserves, clear options for showcasing product colour
  • Adhesives: Permanent acrylic for curved glass surfaces that resists moisture, temperature changes, and sticky residues
  • Finishes: Matte for vintage appeal, gloss for premium shine, or writable top-coats for batch numbers (see full options in label materials guide)

Minimum order is 50 labels per design. We provide digital proofs for verification before printing to ensure colour accuracy and sizing precision.

Industry Applications in Ontario

Our labels serve diverse agricultural businesses across Ontario's Golden Horseshoe and beyond:

  • Beekeepers: Raw honey jars, beeswax wraps, and pollen products requiring moisture-resistant labelling
  • Maple Producers: Syrup bottles, sugar tins, and candy containers needing condensation-proof films
  • Produce Farms: Jam jars, hot sauce bottles, and pickled vegetable containers sold at markets like St. Lawrence or ByWard
  • Artisanal Producers: Small-batch hot sauces, fruit preserves, and infused vinegars requiring food-safe, durable labelling

From Niagara vineyards to Ottawa Valley sugar bushes, we help Ontario producers present products that reflect local craftsmanship while meeting commercial standards.

Material Recommendations

Based on Ontario's climate and product requirements, these materials deliver optimal performance:

  1. Waterproof Vinyl: Ideal for maple syrup bottles exposed to condensation and refrigerated preserves. Resists tearing, moisture, and temperature extremes (recommended for products requiring roll-fed application)
  2. Recycled Kraft Paper: Perfect for dry honey jars and preserves with rustic branding. Features natural texture with food-safe adhesive (eco-friendly option with soy-based inks)
  3. Clear BOPP: Creates premium "no-label" effect for showcasing golden honey or amber maple syrup. Waterproof, Health Canada compliant, and ideal for curved surfaces

Our material specialists help match your product's storage conditions and branding needs—simply share your requirements when requesting a quote.

Regulatory Considerations

Canadian food labelling requires strict compliance with:

  • CFIA Requirements: Mandatory bilingual (English/French) product name, net quantity, ingredient list, allergen declaration, and dealer information
  • Health Canada Standards: Accurate nutrition facts panels where applicable, and proper storage instructions for perishable items
  • Provincial Regulations: Ontario's Food Premises Act compliance for cottage food operations selling at farmers' markets

While WHMIS doesn't apply to food products, we ensure your labels include all required food safety elements. Our design team verifies regulatory compliance during the proofing stage—no additional fees for mandatory text placement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you print bilingual labels meeting CFIA requirements?
Yes, we include both English and French text in all food product labels at no extra cost. Our templates follow current CFIA formatting guidelines for readability and mandatory information placement.

What's the best material for honey jars that get sticky during bottling?
Waterproof vinyl or clear BOPP with permanent adhesive works best. These resist moisture, won't peel when handled, and maintain adhesion on oily surfaces—critical for raw honey producers.

Do you offer variable data printing for batch numbers or best-before dates?
Absolutely. We provide writable top-coats for manual stamping or digital variable data printing for automated batch tracking. Ideal for maple syrup producers managing multiple sugar bush locations.

How do I ensure my label fits curved farm product containers?
Send us your container dimensions or a physical sample. We'll create a dieline mockup during proofing to verify wrap-around fit for bottles, jars, and irregular shapes.

Next step: Order label bundles → · Request custom quote → · Call 289-687-4158 or email info@luxlabellabs.com

Minimum 50 labels per design. Proofs confirmed by email before production.

Typical production: 2–5 business days after proof approval (varies by queue, shipping distance, and design complexity).

Serving Ontario’s Golden Horseshoe with Canada-wide shipping. Trusted by beekeepers, maple syrup producers, and farm markets across Ontario for professional, compliant labelling solutions.