Unmatched Cleanliness, Distinctive in Function and Feel.

We are creators of premium and sustainable plant-based garden mulch, animal and pet bedding, and decorative inspirations. Our customer focus, creativity, and unique processes, results in inspiring products that are unmatched in cleanliness and distinctive in function and feel.

Grade-A Straw

Non-GMO, Grade-A quality wheat straw, sustainably sourced from the Canadian prairies.

All-Natural Process

All-Natural, additive-free cutting and cleaning process removes dust, dirt, seeds and other impurities.

Rigorous Testing

To ensure safety, products are randomly tested through an independent lab for herbicide and pesticide residue. Results: Zero or very minute traces (< 0.06 ppm).

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between our products?

Each product is uniquely designed and processed to meet its intended purpose.

FarmStraw Fine: Shortest cut length for maximum absorption and softness.

 

FarmStraw Coarse: Longest cut length, providing good absorption, fluffiness, and excellent insulation/warmth.

 

EquineStraw: Mid cut length for high absorption, comfort and softness.

 

PetStraw: A blend of multiple straw lengths, offering maximum absorption, odor control, and fluffiness for nesting, and tunneling.

GardenStraw:  Long cut length for ease of application, moisture retention and weed suppression. Undergoes enhanced seed filtration and will stay in place without tackifiers.

Are your products free of herbicides and pesticides?

We all share a fundamental desire for good health, which often translates into a conscious effort to steer clear of harmful chemicals in the products we bring into our lives. Creating products that prioritize all our safety and well-being is important to us.

 

Our rigorous testing protocols ensure that each product meets stringent safety standards. We personally use these products and extend your concern for safety to gardens, pets, animals and us alike. While our products may not carry the certified organic label due to numerous issues found in the quality of certified organic wheat straw, rest assured that our testing procedures are thorough.

 

Collaborating closely with farmers, we ensure that the wheat straw utilized in our products undergoes thorough inspection for cleanliness. While we cannot guarantee that our products are absolutely 100% free from the smallest trace of chemicals, our regular testing consistently yields results either on par with certified organic straw or detecting one or two chemicals at the lowest measurement possible, well under any acceptable government standards for food products.

 

Our commitment is to provide you with the safest and cleanest products that will perform for you at the highest levels.

What makes us unique?

Our Straw: We use 100% wheat straw, ensuring consistent look, colour, and quality—you always know what you’re getting! Unlike many other companies that use a mix of straw types such as wheat, barley, and oats, which vary in quality, we are committed to providing you with the best quality wheat straw products on the market.

 

Beyond Chopped Straw: Our process goes beyond simply chopping the straw. While other companies may just chop, remove some dust, and package it, we take additional steps. We cut, split, and bend the straw before meticulously removing dust, dirt, seeds, and other impurities. This results in a cleaner, higher-quality product.

 

Specialized Focus: Our entire company is dedicated solely to wheat straw products. This specialized focus allows us to excel in what we do and maintain the highest standards.

What does sustainability mean to us?

Sustainability generally refers to sourcing raw materials responsibly, in a way that does not deplete the resource or harm the earth. Here’s how we live out this principle:

 

Local Sourcing: All of our wheat straw is sourced from local farmers, mostly within a 100km (60 mile) radius of our facility. This minimizes the transportation distance between us and the farmers’ fields.

 

Fair Compensation: We ensure that the farmers with whom we partner are fairly compensated.

 

Transforming a Byproduct: Wheat is primarily grown for its berries (seeds), leaving the straw as a waste product. While some straw is reincorporated into the soil to add organic matter, there is normally an excess. We repurpose this surplus straw, giving it new life and helping others instead of letting it go to waste.

 

Sustainable Harvesting: Wheat is an annual crop, so we are not depleting the earth’s supply. We harvest that what is being grown, nothing more!

 

Partnering with Farmers: Our sourcing practices include engaging with farmers and suppliers to understand their growing practices. This ensures the long-term health of the soil and the environment.