JemD Farms – home to Red Sun and Golden Sun Greenhouse grown vegetable brands triumphed over hundreds of other applicants to win a 2012 Canada’s Best Managed Companies (Best Managed) award. This prestigious national award is sponsored by Deloitte, CIBC, National Post, Queen’s School of Business and MacKay CEO Forums.“Today’s market place is not just about the investment in the product or service; it is also about the investment in the people. JemD Farms invests in their team to build up a strong and sustainable company. Canada’s Best Managed Companies carries this attribute and we are pleased to say JemD Farms is one of this year’s recipients.” John Hughes, National leader for Canada’s Best Managed Companies program and leader of the Greater Toronto Growth Enterprise practice for Deloitte.
JemD Farms' strategy of vertical integration allows them to implement full traceability systems; and has made them a leader within the Produce Traceability Initiative. JemD Farms takes pride in knowing they have full control over their produce and all service areas — from the farm to the fork, they are traceable every step of the way.
They are experts in the hydroponic produce business with state-of-the-art growing operations, an executive team with hands on experience, and a team commitment to quality philosophy helping to ensure the tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers are consistently fresh and delicious. As their business model is fully vertically integrated, JemD Farms provides their partners and North American consumers with a direct from farm relationship.
“We are absolutely thrilled to have been chosen to be a part of such a wonderful group of award winners and to be receiving this prestigious award”, says Jim DiMenna, President of JemD Farms. “Our company goal of constant evolution and continual growth is very important to our team, having this award bestowed upon our company is truly an honor.”
