Welcome to the Ontario Lavender Association, where passion meets purpose in cultivating nature’s fragrant treasure!
Are you ready to embark on a journey of sustainable agriculture, aromatic bliss, and community collaboration? Look no further! Join our thriving association and become a part of a vibrant network of lavender enthusiasts dedicated to nurturing the land and harvesting the beauty of this versatile herb.
As a member, you’ll gain access to invaluable resources, including expert guidance on lavender cultivation techniques, innovative farming practices, and market insights to help you maximize your yields and profits. Our collaborative environment fosters learning and growth, where seasoned farmers and newcomers alike can exchange ideas, troubleshoot challenges, and celebrate successes together.
But it’s not just about farming; it’s about fostering connections and making a meaningful impact. By joining forces with like-minded individuals, you’ll contribute to the conservation of our environment, promote sustainable agriculture practices, support local economies and grow your business.
Whether you’re a seasoned farmer looking to diversify your crops or a green-thumb enthusiast eager to start your lavender micro farm, our association welcomes you with open arms. Together, we’ll cultivate not only lavender fields but also a sense of purpose, community, and stewardship for the land.
Join us today and let’s sow the seeds of a fragrant future together!
Is the Lavender Business for You?
Thinking about starting a lavender business? Be sure to do your research!
These are just some of the things you need to consider before embarking on a major commitment.
- Lavender does not grow in clay soil. Test your soil first!
- Have you done a business plan? This is critical before you plant.
- How many competitors are in your area already?
- Who will you sell your lavender to? Are you thinking wholesale or retail?
- How will you differentiate yourself from all the other lavender farms popping up in Ontario?
- There is very little affordable mechanization for lavender. Are you prepared to do a lot of manual labour?
- Have you talked to your neighbours about your plans?
- Are there any zoning bylaws in your area that would impede your plans?
The OLA has a detailed business plan template available for its members.
Why Join?
- A powerful network of growers, processors, suppliers, retailers, craftspeople, business, researchers, academics
- Education and professional development supplies knowledge regarding propagating and growing lavender
- A Mentor/Mentee Program
- A network amongst members for information sharing, research and project collaboration
- Supports human resource and operation management
- Encourages public interest in lavender and lavender by-products
- Promotes and brands through Lavender Ontario
- Actively advocates for the benefit of lavender industry growth & development and provides access to government
- Opens access to farm programs funded by the government
- Supports Agri-tourism
- Members enjoy a 10% discount on all supplies purchased at Dubois Agrinovation and other suppliers
- Non-profit
Mentorship Program
Become a Mentee
- Be assigned a mentor
- Review existing lavender education material before meeting your mentee
- Provide volunteer hours of hands-on learning to your mentor
Become a member to find out more!
Membership Payment
NEW MEMBERS: Please click the button above and fill in the Membership Registration Form, and it will automatically submit to ontariolavenderassociation@gmail.com
EXISTING MEMBERS can send updates to their profile to the email address above as well.
To pay for your annual membership, please pay via PayPal below or send an e-transfer to ontariolavenderassociation@gmail.com with the name you registered under in the notes. After sending the e-transfer, please send a confirmation email to ontariolavenderassociation@gmail.com.
Full Membership 1 Year – $150 (Growers, Primary Processors, Retailers, Artisans)
Please note that the fiscal year is from January 1st to December 31st.
Once you have joined as a OLA Member, be sure to join our OLA Member’s Only Facebook group!
