French River FoodCycler Program
We’re excited to launch the French River FoodCycler Pilot Program, a 12-week initiative that helps reduce household food waste and greenhouse gas emissions while producing nutrient-rich soil amendment for your gardens!
Thanks to a partnership with Food Cycle Science and funding support, residents of French River can now register to purchase a FoodCycler™ Eco3 or Eco5 at a significantly discounted price and participate in this community sustainability initiative.
Registration Now Open
Deadline: First come, first served — limited to 100 participants
Registration Link: Click here to register
- Registration is only open to French River residents
- Once approved, you’ll receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to purchase your FoodCycler and begin the program
- If the program reaches capacity, additional registrants will be added to a waitlist
What’s Included
Participants will receive:
- A FoodCycler™ unit (Eco3 or Eco5) shipped directly to your home
- A Resident Guide with usage instructions and tips
- A Gardening Guide for using your finished “Foodilizer”
- A 12-week tracking sheet to record usage
- Access to a final feedback survey to help us evaluate the program's success
Discounted Pricing for Residents
Model | Cost to Resident | Description |
---|---|---|
Eco3 | $200 + tax | Compact, family-friendly |
Eco5 | $300 + tax | Larger capacity |
All orders include shipping. Accessories such as extra filters and buckets are available for purchase.
How It Works
- Register: Click here to register
- Verify Eligibility – we’ll confirm your status and provide access to order your unit
- Receive Your FoodCycler – units are shipped directly to you
- Track Your Usage – over 12 weeks using the sheet provided
- Complete the Final Survey – help us measure the program’s impact
Key Program Dates
- Registration Launch: By or around April 7, 2025
- Unit Shipment: Begins ASAP (Direct to Resident)
- 12-Week Pilot Period: Starts once your unit arrives
- Survey Deadline & Program Wrap-Up: 12 weeks after you receive your unit
Order Accessories
Need extra filters or buckets? Visit our Municipal Accessories Store to purchase discounted items for your FoodCycler unit.