Ferme Germain Desmarais Market gardener and local producer
Whether you’re planning your first visit to Pierreville or you’re already a regular at our booth at the Drummondville market, we’ve gathered answers to the questions we get most often.
No, but it’s always a good idea to reach out. Since our products are harvested fresh every day, some items can sell out quickly, especially on market days. We encourage you to confirm availability or reserve your products before making the trip.
We don’t have a fixed storefront with regular opening hours. While we’re on site every day during the season, we’re often out working in the fields. If no one is at the entrance when you arrive, just let us know you’re there—we’ll come meet you shortly.
Our outdoor booth is located right at the corner of the market on the St‑Jean Street side, facing Saint‑Joseph School.
We’re not certified organic, but we farm responsibly. We favour mechanical and manual weeding instead of herbicides. We only turn to non‑organic treatments as a last resort, and even then we choose low‑impact options such as potassium bicarbonate, hydrogen peroxide, or canola oil.
At the public market, we accept cash, debit, and credit cards. At the farm, these payment methods are usually available as well, but since technology doesn’t always cooperate out in the fields, we recommend bringing cash just in case.
For us, flavour comes first. We choose varieties for their exceptional taste, even if that means they sometimes look a little less uniform than the standardized produce you might find elsewhere.
Our season typically runs from May (when we sell garden seedlings) until the end of October (when we harvest winter vegetables like squash and potatoes).
Dogs are welcome as long as they stay on leash and remain in the parking area. For food‑safety reasons and out of respect for all visitors, dogs aren’t allowed in the fields. Service dogs are the exception.
Our offerings follow the rhythm of nature: we mainly sell what we harvest between May and October. However, our storage potatoes and our processed products are available year‑round while supplies last.
If you don’t find what you’re looking for, send us a message. We’ll be happy to help.
By using our website or purchasing our products, you agree to the terms of sale and use outlined below.
These guidelines help ensure the smooth operation of our family farm and provide a fair, safe experience for everyone. Because we work with living crops and unpredictable weather, we rely on communication and transparency to offer you the highest‑quality products—from our fields to your table.
Thank you for your trust and for supporting local agriculture.
By placing an order or reserving products, you agree to pick up your purchase at the selected location and during the scheduled hours.
Orders that are not picked up are non‑refundable. Once the pickup window has passed, products will be considered abandoned and may be redistributed or composted to avoid food waste.
You may send someone else to pick up your order, or contact us at least three days in advance so we can try to find an alternative.
Because we work with perishable goods and harvest‑dependent products, we reserve the right to offer an equivalent‑value substitution or a refund in the event of major production or harvest issues.
Given the artisanal and agricultural nature of our products, their appearance may differ from the photos shown. Quantities are limited to what is actually harvested; if an inventory error occurs, we will reach out to you promptly.
Once your order has been picked up, the farm is not responsible for any deterioration caused by improper transport or storage conditions.
All prices are listed in Canadian dollars (CAD). Applicable taxes are added to your cart before final payment. Transactions are processed through secure third‑party platforms; we do not store any credit card information on our servers.
Any order may be cancelled up to three days (72 hours) before the scheduled date. A cancellation fee of $10 + 10% of the order total may apply to cover preparation and transaction costs.
We understand that life can be unpredictable. In exceptional circumstances or force majeure (illness, accident, storm), we reserve the right to cancel or postpone an order at no charge. Please contact us as soon as possible in such situations.
Because our products are perishable, no returns or exchanges are accepted once the order has been picked up. If you notice a major quality issue at pickup, let us know immediately so we can offer a replacement or credit. For non‑perishable items, returns are accepted within 14 days of purchase, in their original condition and at the customer’s expense.
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- LEGAL NAME-
Ferme Germain Desmarais
- ADDRESS-
190 rang du chenal tardif
Pierreville, J0G 1J0, QC
- PHONE-
450‑568‑5200