Each member of our growing team is committed to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor® to communities across North America. Their passion ensures the consistent delivery of more produce with less impact on the environment for you to enjoy.  Let’s take a look at what we are up to and what excites our team about being a part of the greenhouse industry!

Angela Redekop, IPM Scout –

What are the 3 main things you do every day?

  • I scout the crop for various pests and diseases
  • I deploy different biologicals to target different pests in the crop
  • I communicate with the growers to discuss which actions should be taken if a problem occurs

What do you love most about your job?

I feel like my work is very important to the health and well-being of the crop, I feel very appreciated, and I love being part of such an amazing team.

What is your favorite Pure Flavor® product and why?

My favorite Pure Flavor® product are the Uno Bites™ Nano Cucumbers. They are such an easy on-the-go snack that are delicious and hydrating.

Steven-James Couillard, Operational Grower –

What are the 3 main things you do every day?

I am an Operational Grower that primarily focuses on the organic side of cucumber production for our farm. Currently, I am growing Long English and Mini Cucumbers. 

  • I ensure the greenhouse climate is in a perfect balance between the plant’s needs and ours as a farm in terms of cucumber production
  • I spend a lot of time within my crop to better understand how the plants are thriving which is critical to growing. Labor is also a large aspect of growing
  • I’m very involved with the planning and delegating within the greenhouse. Labor is the key factor between a good crop from a bad one

What do you love most about your job?

What I love most about my job at Pure Flavor® Farms is the varied challenges that I face on a daily basis and the ways I overcome them as a grower. Every day is different, and I have yet to experience one that has been the same. Daily, I am given the opportunity to take these challenges on to further learn and grow my skills. But at the end of the day, being in a greenhouse surrounded by plants, insects, and a nice warm climate to work in all year round… who wouldn’t love that?

What is your favorite Pure Flavor® product and why?

By far my favorite Pure Flavor® product are the Uno Bites™ Nano Cucumbers that we grow. The size, taste, and crunch of them cannot be beaten. Although I have grown them for Pure Flavor®, so maybe I am biased.

Dave Loewen, General Manager, DeTemporada Farms –

What are the 3 main things you do every day?

I oversee production, greenhouse operation, and maintenance. I make sure everyone has what they need to do their job the best they can.

What do you love most about your job?

First and foremost, I enjoy being a part of the agricultural industry. I enjoy watching the crop grow from small plants to the first flower, then waiting for the first harvest.  It’s amazing to see the beautiful fresh bell peppers come in to the packhouse to be packaged and then watching them go out the door. I feel fulfilled knowing that I am making a difference in the world by providing fresh, healthy produce to people. 

Furthermore, I really enjoy coming to work every morning to a nice clean organized workplace. Coming from a background of conventional farming, all the work we did had to be planned around the weather. Working in a greenhouse with a controlled environment is great, where we as a team can sit down to plan the work that needs to get done, without having to worry about the elements.

Finally, I appreciate the sense of community that comes with working in a greenhouse. I work with a dedicated team of individuals who are just as passionate about working with bell peppers as I am.

What is your favorite Pure Flavor® product and why?

I love Uno Bites™ Nano Cucumbers because they are great as a snack, and I enjoy knowing they are a healthy choice.