COMMENTS FROM THE COMMUNITY

“The three women of Saanich Organics are truly inspiring. Their enthusiasm about growing food and their capacity for sharing and openness has proven to be a successful business strategy and has also developed a healthy farming community around them. I am in awe and amazed by these fabulous women.” —Chrystal Bryson

“Delivery day! When I open the Saanich Organics box I am almost ravished at the sight and smell and feel of the vegetables. I am just so grateful to have farmers in my local region who have the knowledge and desire to grow such remarkable plants. And I’d ask—how can we support the growth of this phenomenon?” —Christine St. Peter, PhD, Professor, Department of Women’s Studies, University of Victoria

“I remember a few times last year when I was having those bad farming moments where I would question everything I was doing. Usually those times I had wallowed in muck all day, and I was wondering why I didn’t have ‘a real job.’ Then I would drop off my produce at Saanich Organics and I would come away feeling good and think what I am doing is a good choice and worthwhile. Hooray for Saanich Organics!” —Jana McLaughlin

“Last summer when I had harvested more bush beans than I could sell prior to leaving for a few days, I called Heather to see if Saanich Organics needed any more beans. She said they had lots, but would buy them, cut them up and freeze them for next winter’s box program. That kind of impromptu support during a busy August was wonderful. Thank you!” —Randy Pearson

“After three seasons farming beside Robin, Rachel, and Heather, I had the amazing feeling of having experienced the real meaning of a farmer community. I farmed on my own before and will never go back to being isolated after experiencing the potential of farming surrounded by so much support, knowledge and cheers.” — Melanie Sylvestre