Our Story
Raising cattle and farming crops on the same land in Ontario since 1978
Welcome to Van Osch Farms! Our story began in 1954 when Harry and Paula Van Osch immigrated to Canada from Holland during their honeymoon, settling in the rich farmland of Crediton, ON, in Middlesex County. They raised five children—three daughters and two sons—who continued the family farming tradition. Today, the third generation—Gerald’s sons Kurt and Jaron, along with Fred’s son Brendon—are proudly involved in continuing the family legacy, with the fourth generation at their heels. The Farm employs over a dozen community members, with more positions opening soon.
Taste the difference that responsible farming practices make in flavor
We take pride in offering high-quality, certified sustainable beef that reflects our commitment to animal welfare. We believe that better-raised cattle produce better beef. Our sustainable practices ensure that our cattle are raised in a healthy environment, resulting in delicious, responsibly sourced beef for you and your family. Experience The New Standard™ and feel good about your food knowing that we are committed to producing high-quality, safe, and sustainable Canadian beef that is raised under the highest standards of animal welfare.
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Our Beef
Our Farm
"The Van Osch family farm is founded on the core principle that the land is our most precious resource."
Certified Sustainable
The viability of our farm is dependent on the productivity of our land. We take the sustainability of our farm very seriously and utilize farming practices that ensure the soil and the natural environment are protected for our future generations, as our past generations did for us. We are very proud that our farm has been certified as a Certified Sustainable beef cattle farm, as defined by the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef.
Environmental Stewardship
We share and respect the land. Our farmland is also home to many species of wildlife. We share our land with deer, coyotes, rabbits, fish, all different species of birds, and many other wildlife, which all contribute to a balanced and efficient ecosystem.
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Our farm is certified under national and provincial industry programs which provide third-party audit services to ensure we are meeting our ongoing commitment to excellence in environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and high-quality beef production.
Van Osch Farms also has an approved Environmental Farm Plan (EFP), which is an assessment prepared by responsible and progressive farmers to increase their environmental awareness in up to 23 different areas on their farm.
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We have been the Beef Farmers of Ontario’s Environmental Stewardship Award (TESA) recipient and nominated for national recognition of our farming practices.
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Energy Conscience
Our barns have been upgraded for greater efficiency. This includes the implementation of new technologies such as recirculating water bowls to eliminate power usage, solar-powered cameras to monitor feed bunks and reduce feed waste, and a state-of-the-art handling facility with additional pen space to enhance cattle care and comfort while minimizing the for animal health products. Automated controls with remote access have also been installed to ensure optimal energy efficiency across all facilities.
We have planted around 1,000 cedar, spruce, and maple trees as a windbreak, and the expansive barn roofs have been fitted with solar panels projected to generate enough to power 80 local households annually, while reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 924 tonnes.
Our Comunity
Harvesting Hope: Our Farm's Commitment to Giving Back
Van Osch Farms has always been deeply committed to supporting our community, the place where we grew up and are now raising our children. We are proud to support local youth sports teams, hospice homes, and health centers, as well as several other non-profits.
38% of food banks within the Feed Ontario network have been forced to cut back on the amount of food provided per visit. To help, we actively donate to our local Ontario food banks.
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​At our farm store, we proudly support our community by providing locally sourced and produced products. By making a conscious effort to stock goods from nearby producers and artisans, we not only promote sustainable practices but also foster connections within our community.
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​When you choose to buy from local businesses, you contribute to the growth and vibrancy of your community. Join us in making a positive impact today!