Filsinger's

Alvin Filsinger started farming in the mid 1900s in Ayton, Ontario. Back then, doing things the natural way wasn’t a trend—it was just how it was done. And that’s still how we do it today, sticking to the same methods Alvin used more than 75 years ago. Filsinger’s was one of the first organic farms in Canada. Alvin’s commitment to organic farming never wavered, and his hard work was recognized with a Lifetime Organic Hero Award from Canadian Organic Growers.

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Featured Products

Available in our stores at Legge Organic Food Market

Filsinger's

Sweet Apple Cider

Think of our apple cider as a five apple symphony of Canadian apples, amongst the finest on the planet. All grown on our own orchards, right here in Ontario, Canada. This complex, yet natural combination creates a rich flavour profile with perfect balance; natural sweetness, gentle acidity and that fine apple essence industrial ciders just can’t replicate. What we leave out matters as much as what we put in: No preservatives, no additives, no filtering to mask or dilute the apple character. Every glass connects you to our orchards, our sustainable farming practices and our commitment to authentic flavour.

Apple Sauce

Some tastes take you right back to childhood, perhaps to grandma’s kitchen and the comforting aroma of apples simmering on the stove, the scent wafting through the house. We capture that very essence in every jar of Filsinger’s organic apple sauce. And as with all our products, it’s made from one ingredient; apples. Well, two if you consider love. Our farm grown Canadian apples are all hand picked and selected, then gently steamed with the skins intact. This is a traditional technique that releases natural anthocyanins while preserving the fruit’s intrinsic flavors, vibrant colors, and nutritional integrity. We don’t add any sugars that mask the true sweetness of the apples, no preservatives or additives either. And no ascorbic acid. Just the natural goodness of Canadian apples.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Made from fresh-pressed Canadian organic apples—never from concentrate. Our traditional wild fermentation method uses only the naturally occurring yeasts on the apple skins, creating an exceptionally smooth flavor profile with remarkable depth. Raw, unfiltered, and unpasteurized with the “mother” intact. No additives. No preservatives. Just the transformative power of organic apples and time. Experience the difference that mindful production and 70 years of expertise brings to your daily life. Apple cider vinegar has been used for centuries to help with a variety of ailments because of its naturally occurring antibiotic and antiseptic properties.

Why Filsingers? Because Apples Matter. Grown in Canada, certified organic. We grow and make it all ourselves. Zero additives, 100% goodness. Clean, simple, real food. Apple products with heart, not hype. From Orchard to Spoon, Nothing Added. Our Applesauce is made with 100% Canadian grown organic apples—nothing else. We use aspecial technique that cooks the whole apple,giving it a rich color and homemade flavour.No added sugar, no preservatives, no ascorbicacid—just pure, natural goodness. Made in small batches, it tastes just like the kind you’d make at home. It’s no wonder it’s our fastest-growing product! No Commercial Yeast, No Concentrate, No Compromise. Our vinegar stands out because it's made with 100% Canadian apples grown on our Ontario farm. We pick them at peak ripeness for maximum nutrients and natural sugars. Using wild fermentation with no added yeast, we create a pure, natural product—never from concentrate.

Our Story

At Filsinger’s Organic Foods, we believe good food takes time, care, and intention. That’s how our founder, Alvin Filsinger, farmed back in the mid-1900s – and it’s how we still do things today.

Our story began in 1940 on Alvin’s great-uncle’s apple orchard in Burlington, Ontario. As agriculture shifted toward synthetic sprays and chemical fertilizers, Alvin saw the consequences firsthand – damage to the soil, wildlife, and his own health. After witnessing their effects on birds, beneficial insects, and his family’s well-being, Alvin made a bold decision: to farm differently. Naturally. Organically.

He sold the orchard and started fresh in Ayton, Ontario, planting new apple trees and nurturing them without chemicals. It took eight years to see a meaningful harvest – but the flavour, nourishment, and integrity were worth the wait. Filsinger’s became one of Canada’s first organic farms, and Alvin was honoured with the Canadian Organic Growers’ Lifetime Organic Hero Award.

Today, we continue his legacy with the same thoughtful practices – carried on by the Becker and Weber families: Shaun, Cory, and Deb Becker, along with Brandon Weber. All four grew up in the same small community, played on the original farm grounds as children, and share Alvin’s passion for real food and sustainable farming. As we stay true to our roots, we’re also excited to grow beyond them: Filsinger’s is expanding internationally, sharing Canadian-grown values and organic products with families around the world.

We now grow more than 30 varieties of organic, non-GMO apples without herbicides or pesticides. Each apple is picked with care and processed on our family farm using time-honoured methods. We package in glass to preserve purity, protect flavour, and avoid harmful chemicals. There are no shortcuts and no compromises – just wholesome, slow-crafted food you can feel good about serving. At Filsinger’s, we’re proud to grow with heart – the old-fashioned way.