Patates Dolbec

Patates Dolbec Inc. is a leading agricultural producer and the largest potato grower in eastern Canada, operating over 10,000 acres of farmland across 15 municipalities in Quebec and the Maritimes. Founded in 1967 as a family enterprise with just 25 acres, one horse, and a plow, the company has expanded significantly over three generations to becom... e a major force in the agri-food sector, now employing over 125 employees and maintaining a research team dedicated to adopting the latest agricultural technologies. The company cultivates more than 15 potato varieties in multiple sizes while practicing sustainable crop rotation with corn, barley, wheat, soy, and hay, rotating fields for two to three years before reuse to break disease cycles and reduce soil erosion by 90 percent while maintaining soil health. Patates Dolbec operates state-of-the-art facilities including modern controlled-atmosphere storage warehouses capable of holding more than 1,400 trailer loads and a fully-equipped packing center where potatoes are washed, brushed, inspected, and mechanically sorted by size. This infrastructure enables the company to maintain year-round inventory and supply Quebec-grown potatoes to customers even during winter months, providing supply continuity that competitors cannot match. The company serves customers across eastern Canada and exports between 5 and 15 percent of its inventory to the United States, supplementing its own production with purchases from regional producers in Quebec and the Maritimes and importing new potatoes from the United States during the June and July pre-harvest period. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainable farming practices, Patates Dolbec has built an enviable reputation in the agri-food sector through consistent execution, modern equipment, and a dynamic team with deep agricultural expertise spanning multiple generations.Read More