Ontario farmers deal with storage challenges most people never think about. Shipping containers have become one of the most practical storage solutions on farms across the province.

Why Containers Work So Well on Farms

Built for the outdoors. Designed to survive ocean crossings, an Ontario winter is nothing by comparison. A properly placed container will outlast most farm buildings with virtually no maintenance.

No foundation required. Place on level ground with good drainage — no concrete pad, no permit for a foundation, no construction crew.

Lockable and secure. Far more secure than a wooden outbuilding or fabric storage tent.

Permanent but moveable. Stays put as long as you need it, relocates if your operation changes.

What Ontario Farmers Store in Containers

Seed, grain, fertilizer, and crop inputs
Small equipment and attachments
Hand tools and power tools
Livestock feed (bagged or baled)
ATV, snowmobile, and utility vehicle storage

Placement Tips

Place on high ground or gravel — spring runoff is brutal
Position for equipment access at the doors
Orient doors away from prevailing northwest wind

Pricing (2026)

20ft: $1,600 – $3,000 | 40ft: $1,900 – $4,000 | 40ft HC: $2,000 – $4,500

Rural delivery available across Ontario. Call (647) 544-1414.