Grower Requirements
Grower applications for 2025 are now closed. we will be in contact with any applicants soon. Thank you!
Thank you for your interest in joining CTFC as a Grower! We value our members so much, and work hard to provide you with a high-return sales outlet with a larger reach than most farms can achieve on their own.
Acceptance is based on the requirements below as well as the market’s demands; we typically accept only one or two new growers per year. Applications tend to open in November/December and close January 1.
Required
At least two seasons of professional cut flower growing, WHOLESALE PREFERRED (for example, selling to designers, selling to shops, or doing weddings. Similar experience may be accepted, and can be discussed at the interview)
Annual flower sales of at least $5000
Ability to follow the weekly availability and delivery schedule of the Collective. Must have plans for order transport to the Collective on Tuesdays between 10 am-3pm in place
Agree to have and maintain availability account on Rooted
Complete grower training and contract before first market date
EIN and Sales and Use Tax ID
Certificate of Insurance
Ability to pack and label varieties according to Collective standard
Commitment to direct specific amount of sales through CTFC as discussed during off season
Preferred
Over 10k in average annual flower sales
Variety specialization or large volume/variety potential
At least 2 years of wholesale growing experience