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VegPro International officially inaugurated its new 5.2-hectare Vermax glass greenhouse in Sherrington, Quebec—a bold, visionary project delivered in partnership with Harnois Greenhouses, a leading Canadian manufacturer of turnkey greenhouses solutions.
This cutting-edge, semi-enclosed greenhouse is designed to produce leafy greens year-round, ensuring that Quebec-grown salad can now be enjoyed every season. The new facility is part of a broader $135 million investment, reflecting VegPro’s commitment to food autonomy, technological innovation, and sustainability.
Going all-in, VegPro has implemented advanced systems for rain and snowwater collection, closed-loop water recirculation, and energy optimization. As a result, the greenhouse will use up to 90% less water than conventional field-grown lettuce, an achievement that is especially relevant in today’s context of growing global water concerns.
And it’s not just the infrastructure that’s innovative—VegPro is also introducing a new, crunchier lettuce variety to meet evolving consumer tastes.
“This project is a testament to VegPro International’s confidence in Harnois Greenhouses,” said Patrice Harnois, President of Harnois. “We’re proud to have delivered a state-of-the-art facility that showcases Canadian innovation and engineering. With our partner Growa, we’ve set a new benchmark for greenhouse performance and energy efficiency in North America.”
Designed with carbon neutrality in mind, the facility integrates Harnois’ patented technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by nearly 2,000 tonnes annually while significantly cutting energy costs. This project proves that local Quebec businesses can achieve world-class outcomes when working together.
With construction complete and operations now underway, this project not only supports Quebec’s food sovereignty goals but also serves as a model for future sustainable greenhouse initiatives across North America.
