MEET THE CREW
ANDREW ROSYCHUk
Owner. Visionary. City slicker turned farmer.
I am committed to change. The change in our industry. The change in our clients' lives. The change in our health. I am fueled by a deep curiosity about how the environment works and how we work in it.
In 2005, while taking the Production Horticulture Diploma program at Olds College, I started growing haskaps on my grandparents’ farm, making me Alberta’s first haskap grower.
As part of my experimenting, I planted sour cherries, currants, and haskaps. The deer loved the sour cherries, bugs loved the currants, and I fell in love with haskaps.
I quickly realized that starting an orchard would take more than an education and a dream. So, I dug my heels in, landed a job in Fort McMurray and earned my Canadian Red Seal welding and boilermaker trades tickets. This made the financial aspect of my dream possible.
All of my life experiences have culminated in this love and passion for horticulture. This has spirited me on to build a haskap orchard that will change Canada's fruit industry.
Andrew’s Accolades
His trades and athletics have taught him leadership, accomplishment, team building, drive, dedication, accomplishment and defeat.
Task Force member for Sturgeon County Forms an Agribusiness and Agritourism Review Task Force
Think Lab Industry Leader for Rural Routes to Climate Change Regenerative Farming Lab
Founder of the Haskap Alberta Association
Board member of Vitalaberry Farms
5 Ironman, 7 half Ironman (fastest Canadian 25- 28, 2011 Worlds), Countless marathons
10,000+ hours in a Management role
2012 Asst. Coach: Edmonton Harriers Club Track & Field Team
Roger Rosychuk, CFO
Glenda Perry, CRO
Roger - He was pulled out of retirement as CFO for the City of Edmonton to CFO of Rosy Farms. He knows what it takes to make a successful business.
His journey is a full circle, growing up on a farm before working in Edmonton and now returning to farming.
Glenda - As a retired teacher, she knows what it takes to run a test which means the duties of Chief Research Officer suit her well. She is constantly testing to ensure all the research projects are running perfectly.
While Andrew is the mind of the farm, Glenda adds a little heart and soul to the mix.
Heather,
Sales/ Market Manger, Cousin
Having her on our team is like having Wayne Gretzky play in the junior league. Her wealth of experience is unparalleled, having been the HR Top Dawg for many insurance companies. People are her passion, and she excels in connecting with individuals on a deep level.
As our Sales Manager, she embodies our voice—cheerful, sophisticated, consistent, and downright awesome. She effortlessly represents our brand and leaves a lasting impression on clients and customers alike.
In her role as Market Manager, she is half of the dynamic duo at all the Farmer's Markets this year. Heather has a knack for engaging people and getting them to lean in. If you want to learn more about haskaps or collaborate with Rosy Farms, stop by our booth, rain or shine! Heather loves meeting people, gardening, and is always game for a new adventure!
PS. She fought tooth and nail about sharing her high accolades. Her story must be told. If you have met her, you know!
Adelle Gascon,
Collaboration Coordinator
Adelle, sometimes referred to as Andrew's better half, has jumped into Collaboration Coordinator with both feet.
She is a small town girl who left behind the farming community for the big city. Always one for community and gatherings, you will find Adelle is passionate about finding others who want to share our love of HASKAPS and slowly painting the town purple.
Adelle has also started her apiary journey this year and is excited to share knowledge and bounty with our Rosy Farms enthusiasts.
It seems she was destined for farming after all.
Bailey Acres,
Creative Director
With over a decade of experience as a graphic designer, Bailey Acres has been the creative force behind Rosy Farms’ evolving brand for the past 7.5 years.
A Grant MacEwan University graduate in graphic design & illustration. Her natural eye for design and passion for creative thinking have led to a diverse portfolio, ranging from branding, and product labels to designing websites and constructing educational exhibits. Bailey’s dedication and innovative spirit bring a vibrant and compelling visual identity to Rosy Farms.
Summer Apprentice
Being a learning farm. We taking great pride in opening up our business to the next generation of farmers. 2024 we will see 3, teaming up with Young Agrarians, providing the best nourishing experience possible.
“Thank you so much for everything Andrew. Working with you this summer and seeing your passion and true love of science and regenerative agriculture, inspired me to continue with transferring into my crop science degree. I want to make a difference in the field of sustainable growing and food security , and I coundn’t have asked for a bettor mentor to kick start my passion.”
-Sara (2023 Summer Apprentice)
Summer StafF
Our haskap farm simply wouldn’t be the same without them. We work with some of the brightest and most hardworking young minds in the farming community.
Interested in being apart of our 2025 summer team? Email Andrew - andrew@rosyfarms.com
CREATIVE CREDITMelanie Villeneuve | Photographer, Recipe Creator + Designer
moniquecampsall | Photographer, Videographer
mirkachiassonphotog | Photographer, Recipe Creator