Ferme Givskud Farm Inc.

Ferme Givskud Farm Inc. is a seed potato grower and shipper from New Brunswick, Canada.

Ferme Givskud Farm Inc. is a third generation family farm who have been growing seed potatoes for almost 85 years.

The combination of experience, know-how and deep knowledge of their fields are key ingredients that helps them grow and provide high quality varieties to potato customers locally and around the world.

Ferme Givskud Farm Inc. was founded in 1928 when Hans & Elizabeth Givskud immigrated to Canada from Denmark and bought 200 acres of land.

Production practices have evolved, but a commitment to high quality seed production and satisfied customer still remain the motivation behind their work.

They are located in northwestern New Brunswick, approximately 15 minutes from the US border, it’s higher altitude and fertile soil make it an exceptional location to grow quality seed. Mogens Givskud Co. Ltd. markets the production of the family farm operation and also buys potatoes from other growers to support client demand.

Their potatoes are marketed to Cuba, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Ontario, Quebec, the Maritime Provinces and Eastern US seaboard.

A portion of their crop is contracted with McCain Foods Ltd. for processing and with Hostess Frito-Lay for seed.