Canola oil is the healthiest of all commonly used cooking oils, and comes from the seeds of the canola plant. It is lowest in saturated fat, high in cholesterol-lowering mono-unsaturated fat and the best source of omega-3 fats of all popular oils. The seed is harvested from pods that are filled after beautiful yellow flowers form on the plant.

Its polyunsaturated fats are essential omega-3s – which may help prevent heart attacks and strokes – and omega-6s – which are important for the brain and essential for the growth and development of infants. It is a rich source of vitamin E.

Our Canola Oil is a refined oil designed for stability at high heat. It has a neutral, crisp flavour and a higher smoke point than most oils.

There is no difference. “Canola” was a brand name used in Canada for low-erucic acid rapeseed; later the term became a generic term to refer to low-erucic acid rapeseed. It is called rapeseed in many European countries. Canola oil or low-erucic acid rapeseed is different to industrial rapeseed which has a bitter taste. Canola was developed using traditional plant breeding methods in the 1970’s to produce an oil which was suitable for human consumption.

In particular, canola is grown in the Mt. Kenya region of Kenya; however, it is an increasingly popular crop elsewhere also. It’s a useful crop for farmers; it has numerous benefits for the soil and is helping the long term sustainability of farming.

No. Pure Mountain Farm Oil uses traditionally-bred, non-GM varieties of canola for its production. Canola was initially developed through traditional plant breeding methods, and usage of GM is determined by the country you are in: Kenya currently does not permit GM.

1: Source: Canola Council of Canada

Canola Oil has a higher smoke point (240°C) than Olive Oil. It has ONLY 7% saturated fat compared to that of Olive Oil with 14%. As a result, canola oil is far more versatile and can be used as a salad oil, but also for roasting, baking, shallow frying and deep-frying. You may also notice that canola oil goes a long way further in the kitchen than other oils.

The oil’s shelf life is about 1 year at room temperature. For best results, it is recommended to keep it tightly capped in a cool dark place.

Pure Mountain Farm oil is tested under the CODEX STANDARD FOR NAMED VEGETABLE OILS CX-STAN 210-1999.

Pure Mountain Farm Oil is certified to FSSC 22000, based on the ISO scheme.

Yes. The fatty acid make-up of the oil appears to make it ideal for cooking and is said to have health benefits due to its high level of monounsaturated fats (61%) and low level of saturated fats (7%).

It has a light, smooth texture with a subtle, flavourful taste that enhances food naturally.

Canola oil is ideal for flavour-driven meals, wellness-focused cooking, and finishing dishes. Perfect for sautéing, baking, roasting, salad dressings, and drizzling.

Not currently certified organic, but it is 100% natural, and chemical-free.

Pure Mountain Canola Oil has a favourable nutritional profile. It is naturally low in saturated fat and contains predominantly unsaturated fatty acids, including monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. It also provides omega-3 (alpha-linolenic acid) and omega-6 fatty acids.

Compared with vegetable oils that are higher in saturated fat, canola oil can be a good choice as part of a balanced diet. Its relatively neutral flavour and good cooking performance also make it versatile for everyday cooking.