Our Ethical Farm Partners

At Bush Berry Tea, we believe in transparency and sustainability. That’s why we carefully source our ingredients from small, ethical farms that prioritize quality, environmental responsibility, and fair farming practices. By partnering with these farms, we ensure that every cup of tea you enjoy is made with ingredients that are grown with care and integrity.

  • Chickadee Herb Farm

    Chickadee Farm Herbs – Alberta, Canada

    Chickadee Farm Herbs is a family-run organic herb farm nestled in the beautiful Tawatinaw Valley of Alberta. Since 1988, they have been growing premium-quality herbs using sustainable farming methods that protect the soil and environment. Their dedication to small-scale, ethical agriculture ensures that every plant is grown without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, preserving the natural essence of each herb. We’re proud to source ingredients like peppermint, Nettle and Chamomile from Chickadee Farm Herbs, knowing that their commitment to quality aligns perfectly with our own.

  • Gathering Place Trading – British Columbia, Canada

    Gathering Place Trading is a family-owned Canadian company founded in 2003, dedicated to sourcing farmer-direct, non-GMO, certified organic teas, herbs, and spices. Their commitment to ethical partnerships, fair trade practices, and environmental sustainability ensures that all products are 100% organic, non-irradiated, and free from additives.

    By working directly with small-scale farmers and cooperatives, Gathering Place Trading supports regenerative farming methods and brings the freshest, highest-quality ingredients to their customers. We proudly source organic cinnamon, orange peel, and ginger from them—key ingredients in many of our blends—knowing that their dedication to quality and integrity aligns perfectly with our mission to offer the best teas while supporting sustainable agriculture.

  • Blue Ocean Tea – Canadian Importer

    Blue Ocean Tea specializes in ethically sourced, premium teas from small-scale farms worldwide. They prioritize sustainable agriculture, direct trade, and organic practices, ensuring high-quality, pesticide-free teas.

    We proudly source Green Sencha, Green Jasmine, Assam, Green Rooibos, and Chunmee from Blue Ocean Tea, knowing their commitment to fair trade and sustainability aligns with our values.

  • Nepal Tea Collective – Nepal

    ​Nepal Tea Collective is a public benefit corporation dedicated to uplifting Nepalese tea farmers by directly connecting them with global consumers. They offer organically grown, high-quality teas sourced from smallholder farms in Nepal, ensuring fair compensation and sustainable practices. ​

    By partnering with Nepal Tea Collective, we provide our customers with authentic Nepalese teas, supporting ethical sourcing and the empowerment of local farming communities.

  • Shanti Tea – Ottawa, Canada

    Shanti Tea is a proudly Canadian company dedicated to sourcing the finest organic teas, herbs, and spices from around the world. Since 2009, they have been committed to creating high-quality, ethically sourced, and sustainable tea blends that nourish the body, mind, and spirit. All their teas are blended in Canada, ensuring strict adherence to quality and freshness standards.

    We are delighted to source black teas, herbs and custom flavors from Shanti Tea, knowing that their dedication to organic and sustainable practices aligns perfectly with our values.

  • Thea Farms – Ontario, Canada *NEW*

    Thea Farms is a small, family-run herb farm in Ontario, currently in the pre-certification phase with Ecocert. With a deep commitment to organic and sustainable farming, they specialize in growing calendula, tulsi, chamomile, and red clover, while also exploring wildcrafting opportunities.

    Their family of six travelled across the country to settle in one of the oldest areas of Canada, near Lake Ontario and the St Lawrence River. They spent the first few years fixing up a 200 year old Laura Secord farmhouse.

    As they work toward full organic certification, Thea Farms is building a network of like-minded businesses that value transparency and ethical sourcing. We are proud to support their journey and partner with them to bring fresh, high-quality herbs to our tea blends.