About
Organic farms represent only 3% of all farms. It's time to change that statistic.
The challenge
Securing the necessary funding, having the right tools to work the land, and gaining the knowledge to build a profitable operation are the biggest hurdles facing anyone starting out in agriculture.
An initiative by
In collaboration with
How the program works
Thanks to our partners, we provide financial aid, tools, and expertise to program recipients.
01
Recipient selection
Our selection partner is responsible for choosing program recipients in Quebec and across Canada.
02
Funding
Each recipient receives a financial grant from one of our funding partners.
03
Tools
Recipients receive a complete set of Growers & Co. hand tools built for market gardening.
04
Knowledge
Recipients get full access to courses that help them efficiently manage a profitable small-scale farm.
05
Equipment
Each recipient receives a Tessier caterpillar tunnel to kickstart their growing season.
06
Storytelling
The initiative documents each recipient's journey and shares their story to inspire others.
Our partners
Thank you to our partners
Official partner
Fonds de solidarité FTQ
The Fonds de solidarité FTQ is a Quebec institution that fulfills its mission through a unique business model created over 40 years ago. With net assets of $18.4 billion, the Fund supports over 3,700 businesses through investments that create both financial returns and positive societal impact.
Secondary partner
Tessier
With over 40 years of experience, Tessier is a manufacturer and installer of greenhouse structures and caterpillar tunnels known for the quality of its products. The company provides complete project consulting, from greenhouse frames to retractable roofs, rolling tables, ventilation systems, and polyethylene films.
Collaborator
CAPE
CAPÉ brings together farmers practicing ecological proximity agriculture, along with students, organizations, and stakeholders working in the field. It supports economic activities and advocates for the development of ecological local agriculture.
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