Who we are

ONE OF CANADA’S LARGEST PRODUCERS
OF FRESH LETTUCE AND VEGETABLES

Who We Are

 

We are one of Canada’s largest producers and packagers of fresh lettuce, salads and vegetables, grown with care in Quebec, British Columbia and Florida. Thanks to our vertical integration model, we bring the farm closer to your table, thus guaranteeing products of unrivalled freshness. With a presence in Canada and on the American East Coast, we offer fresh and authentic products, along with a strong commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Our sites

 

Vegpro’s facilities, strategically deployed across North America, are all equipped with state-of-the-art technologies.

 

We support continuous innovation, and our cutting-edge methods are widely recognized. Our vertical integration strategies facilitate the production and distribution of our high-quality fresh products, making us a benchmark in our field.

Canada

  • Sherrington, Quebec
  • Brossard, Quebec
  • Coldstream, British Columbia

USA

  • Belle Glade, Florida
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Sherrington,
Quebec
Sherrington,
Quebec
Brossard,
Quebec
Brossard,
Quebec
Coldstream,
British Columbia
Coldstream,
British Columbia
Belle Glade,
Florida
Belle Glade,
Florida
Vegrpo - Coldstream, Colombie-Britannique

Three
strategic hubs

 

Thanks to the geographical distribution of our farms and packaging centres, we can offer our customers:

 

  • Fresh produce year-round
  • Shorter delivery times
  • Transportation at favourable pricing

 

This geographical distribution represents a major advantage in terms of supply. It allows us to optimize and alternate our harvesting periods, enabling us to produce most of our own lettuce and vegetables year-round.

Our History

1950 – 1997

Pierre, John and Arie Van Winden purchase a farm in Sherrington. The three Dutch brothers quickly established a cooperative with other farmers located in southern Quebec. Over time, the family business specialized in lettuce and sets out to conquer nearby markets in the Maritimes, Ontario and the United States.

1998

Gerry, son of Pierre Van Winden, joined forces with Anthony Fantin to found Vegpro International Inc., in partnership with four neighbouring family farms. Projects begin multiplying with the creation of the first corporate farm in Canada, specializing in the growing of young lettuce shoots, in addition to the launching of operations in Florida.

2006

Vegpro inaugurated a new packaging centre in Sherrington, fitted with state-of-the-art equipment. Mesclun packaged in trays, as well as ready-to-eat salads including garnishes and dressings, are marketed under the Fresh Attitude brand and prove highly successful.

2010 – 2020

The Sherrington packaging centre doubled its surface area, twice, in order to meet demand. Starting in 2012, the production, packaging and marketing of our carrots and onions take on a North American dimension. And in 2018, our vertically integrated business model is deployed in British Columbia, where we set up the largest organic baby lettuce crop in Canada.

2022

Gerry Van Winden handed over the reins of the family business to his trusted partner, Anthony Fantin, who became President and Chief Executive Officer. The company welcomed a new majority shareholder, Vision Ridge, an investment firm specializing in sustainable agriculture.

2024

Vegpro unveils an innovative new greenhouse project in Sherrington. This greenhouse, one of the largest in Canada and boasting equipment that is unique in the country, will be in operation year-round starting in 2025. It will produce 3.5 million kilos (7.7 million lbs) of crisp lettuce each year, marketed under the Folia brand.

MANAGEMENT TEAM

 

Our management team consists of passionate people, whose experience and innovative expertise are recognized in their respective fields.
Their priority is to pave the way for the success of their 1,000 employees across Canada and the United States.

Anthony
Fantin - Président-directeur général (PDG)

Anthony Fantin

Chief Executive
Officer (CEO)

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Patrick Ravary - Chef de l’exploitation

Patrick Ravary

Chief Operating
Officer (COO)

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Julie Fontaine - Vice-présidente, ressources humaines

Julie Fontaine

Vice-President,
Human Resources

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Sophie Ruel

Vice-President,
Commercial Strategy and Sales

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Gaël Dubé-Laberge - Vice-président des opérations

Gaël Dubé-Laberge

Vice-President,
Farming Operations

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Daniel Nizri

Chief Financial Officer

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 Jonathan Blais Directeur exécutif, Développement corporatif

Jonathan Blais

Executive Director,
Corporate Development and Government Affairs

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OUR PARTNERS

 

Vegpro collaborates with trusted partners whose values and qualities are compatible with our own.

Aliments du Québec
Association des producteurs maraichers du Québec
AQDFL-QPMA
Bluebook
buy BC
CPMA - ACDFL
DRC
Fruits Veggies
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