Space Matching FAQs & Safety
Food growing is a long-term process that requires both space owners' and co-growers' contribution. Safety is always our top priority in co-growing!
For growers with space
Q: I am a solo grower. How can I get supported through Vegecoopia? A: Please contact us via email, you will then be invited to register as our member. A 3-month mentorship will begin after you have paid the membership fee. You can enjoy unlimited access to online educational videos provided by Vegecoopia, and be supported by our online food growing hotline and consultation.
Q: I'd like to share my space with someone to grow food together. But is it safe to do so? A: Vegecoopia requires all space owners and co-growers to be over the age of 18. The presence of any vulnerable groups must be carefully considered and stated in the membership form. Please make sure you take appropriate measures to protect both yourselves and the vulnerable groups during the co-growing. Children, for example, can only participate with the permission and under the supervision of parents and/or guardians. After submitting the membership form, Vegecoopia will connect you with the co-grower you know to have an online meeting and viewing of the available space. A risk and hazard assessment will need to be completed by both parties. Prior to the growing, we advise that a mutual agreement is set between you and the co-grower, in which the rental details listed on your membership form are included. Vegecoopia can provide a template agreement when needed. Remember to stay safe, and pay respect to every participant. Please note that Vegecoopia nor its affiliates are responsible for any disputes between space owners and co-growers, the loss or damage to property, and any hurt or injury to any person or domestic animal.
Q: How can I decide who to share and use my space? A: You are the only one to decide who to share and use your space. It is recommended that you invite someone you know, such as family members, friends or close neighbours to co-grow with you. You should submit the membership form only after you have found a suitable co-grower.
Q: For how long can I share my space? A: It is up to you that how long you would like to share your space. Prior to the growing, we advise that a mutual agreement between you and the co-grower is set regarding the rental period and all the details. Vegecoopia can provide a template agreement when needed.
Q: How can I get support during the co-growing period? A: A 3-month mentorship will begin after you have registered as member. You can enjoy unlimited access to online educational videos provided by Vegecoopia, and be supported by our online food growing hotline and monthly consultation with you and the co-grower.
Q: What happen after the 3-month mentorship? A: Depending on the situation, we may offer support until your first batch of harvest is done. Of course, you are also very welcome to purchase the mentorship again as a support to Vegecoopia!
For growers without space
Q: How can Vegecoopia support me to find a food growing space? A: Please contact us via email stating your situation. You will then be invited to register as our member. After submitting the membership form, Vegecoopia will provide you a list of community gardens you may join. Please consider that the presence of any vulnerable groups in the food growing space must be carefully considered. Please make sure you take appropriate measures to protect both yourselves and the vulnerable groups during the co-growing. Children, for example, can only participate with the permission and under the supervision of parents and/or guardians. Remember to stay safe, and pay respect to every participant. Please note that Vegecoopia nor its affiliates are responsible for any disputes between space owners/ community gardens and growers, the loss or damage to property, and any hurt or injury to any person or domestic animal.
Q: For how long and how often can I use the space? A: It is based on your preference, and the mutual agreement between you and the space owner/ community garden.
Q: How can I get support during the co-growing period? A: As soon as there is a successful matching between you and the community garden, a 3-month mentorship will begin after you have paid the membership fee. You can enjoy unlimited access to online educational videos provided by Vegecoopia, and be supported by our online food growing hotline and consultation.
Q: What happen after the 3-month mentorship? A: Depending on the situation, we may offer support until your first batch of harvest is done. Of course, you are also very welcome to purchase the mentorship again as a support to Vegecoopia!