Business Details
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Proplant Propagation Services has built its reputation on over 50 years of third-generation farming expertise in greenhouse vegetable propagation. As a family-owned business, we combine deep agricultural knowledge with cutting-edge practices to deliver pest-free, thriving plants that ensure our clients' success. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our GCP (CFIA), AWSA, and EcoCert certifications, which validate our rigorous bio-security standards and sustainable practices. We specialize in tailored propagation solutions for tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and eggplants, offering both conventional and organic options to meet diverse grower needs.Our team prioritizes transparency through weekly progress updates and post-delivery follow-ups, ensuring complete client satisfaction. With state-of-the-art facilities featuring water filtration systems and temperature-controlled transport, we guarantee consistent plant quality from sowing to delivery. Our leadership team brings decades of hands-on experience in horticulture and operations management, positioning us as a trusted partner for North American growers seeking reliable, high-performance plant starts.
Services
Plant Propagation
Organic Plants
Grafted Plants
Non-Grafted Plants
Tomatoes
Cucumbers
Peppers
Eggplants
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of third-generation farming expertise in greenhouse vegetable propagation
- Our GCP, AWSA, and EcoCert certifications guarantee rigorous plant health and safety standards
- We implement advanced water filtration and UV/ozone disinfection systems for plant protection
- Our temperature-controlled delivery trucks ensure plant quality during transport
- We provide weekly progress updates and post-delivery follow-up for complete transparency
Associations and certifications
- GCP (CFIA)
- AWSA
- EcoCert
Services
Plant Propagation
We provide expert propagation services for greenhouse vegetables, offering both grafted and non-grafted options. Our controlled environment ensures optimal growth conditions from seed to delivery. With strict quality control measures, we guarantee vigorous, disease-free plants tailored to your specific requirements.
Organic Plants
Our EcoCert-certified organic plant propagation meets international standards for sustainable agriculture. We maintain complete traceability from seed selection to delivery. These plants are ideal for growers transitioning to organic practices or expanding their certified operations with reliable, high-quality starts.
Grafted Plants
We specialize in grafting techniques that enhance plant resilience and yield potential. Our grafted tomato, cucumber, pepper, and eggplant varieties combine superior genetics with disease resistance. This advanced propagation method helps growers maximize productivity while maintaining crop quality in challenging growing conditions.
People
Paul Berkel
Growing Managing Partner
Third-generation farmer with decades of greenhouse vegetable expertise. Applies extensive agricultural knowledge to lead propagation operations and ensure consistent plant quality for client success.
Mike Berkel
Operations Managing Partner
Combines formal business education with lifelong horticultural experience. Oversees daily operations and strategic direction while maintaining strong industry connections in the horticultural sector.
Chris Wood
Head Grower
Manages plant production with specialized expertise in greenhouse cultivation techniques. Ensures optimal growing conditions and implements best practices for plant health and development across all propagation stages.
Questions
What greenhouse vegetable plants do you propagate?
We specialize in tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and eggplants, offering both grafted and non-grafted options with multiple head configurations to suit various growing systems.
Are your plants certified for quality and safety?
Yes, we maintain GCP (Good Commercial Practices) through CFIA, AWSA certification, and EcoCert organic certification to guarantee plant health and agricultural excellence.
How do you ensure plant quality during transport?
Our delivery vehicles feature temperature control systems and undergo regular sanitation checks to maintain optimal conditions and prevent contamination during transit.
What bio-security measures do you implement?
We use UV and ozone water disinfection systems, maintain strict facility hygiene protocols, and conduct regular pathogen testing to ensure 100% pest-free plant propagation.
How do you communicate with growers during the propagation process?
We provide weekly progress updates with photos and maintain open communication channels for schedule changes or specific client requirements throughout the growing cycle.
