Company Timeline
Origin Organic Farms Inc. (formally known as South Alder Greenhouses Ltd.) was established in 1998 in British Columbia Dr. David Ho, Dr. William Cheuk, and Mr. Raymond Wong. The company started with 10 acres of greenhouse operation in Delta. In 2006, Origin Organic Farms has expanded to 42.
As early as 2000, Origin Organic Farms recognized the potentials and demands for high quality organic produce and the importance of sustainable and environmental-friendly farming. Under the leadership of Dr. William Cheuk, an expert in chemical and biological process controls, he assembled a team of highly educated plant and soil scientists as well as engineers to develop new growing ideas and technology. The vision was to produce the highest quality products through innovative technology and growing methods.
2009
- Raymond Wong becomes Origin Organic Farms’ president.
- Between June and November, Origin Organic Farms will produce over 15 million pounds of organic tomatoes and cucumbers, and employ over 150 people.
2007
- OriginO brand launched, creating a stronger awareness of BC-grown organic tomatoes and cucumbers that boast high nutrition and superb quality.
2006
- South Alder’s certified organic yield grew to 20 acres.
- South Alder re-named to Origin Organic Farms.
2005
- One acre at South Alder was converted to organics.
2004
- A Langley farm was added.
2000
- South Alder expanded into Delta.
1997
- South Alder Greenhouses, which would evolve to become Origin Organic Farms, was established in Surrey, BC. The farm employed many aspects of organic production, such as composting, but tomatoes were grown there conventionally.