Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a commercial farmer growing food for the wider community (not flowers or hobby gardens).
- Must cultivate at least 0.5 acres of productive land.
- Must generate a minimum of $2,000/year in revenue from farm activities.
- Farm must be located within the Lower Sunshine Coast.
- Pick up available. Pickup must be booked with the front office in advance.
- Delivery for a charge and must be paid by the farmer.
Soil Product Offer:
- For every 1 acre of productive land, the farmer is eligible to receive:
- 15 yards of compost or garden soil.
- In addition:
- 15% discount offered on soils, compost, and mulches.
- Discounts and product allocations cannot be resold or used for non-farm purposes.
Marketing & Social Media Participation:
- Farmers are asked to:
- Display signage at their farm stand or farmers’ market booth.
- Allow social media promotion of their farm through Salish’s platform (with permission).
- Participate in optional farm visits and storytelling campaigns.
- Swag or promotional material may be provided.
Logistics & Timelines:
- Orders must be submitted and fulfilled by June 30, 2025.
- Soil delivery must be coordinated in advance and is subject to trucking capacity.