Featured Farms in Whatcom County Ever wonder about the people behind the great produce you browse at Washington State farmers markets? Here we've featured a number of farms in Whatcom county. Read on to find out more!
RABBIT FIELDS FARM focuses primarily on providing the highest quality fruits & vegetables to the members of its popular CSA program. The farm is also a member of the Food To Bank On project, and delivers fresh, organic produce to the Sean Humphrey House every week. In addition, their produce can be found at the Co-op, Terra Organica, and local restaurants. "Fresh, local and organic! A hop in the right direction." ROSLYN MCNICHOLL, OWNER
TERRA VERDE is a two-year old diversified vegetable, flower and herb garden currently located in Deming Washington. Farmers Amy & Sküter marvel at what a wonderful teacher this garden has been, constantly showing them new ways to invest in sun, soil and sweat. Everything from Terra Verde is chemical & pesticide free, and in its freshest possible state. "We look forward to sharing our harvest with you in 2008. Doing what you love is the cornerstone of having abundance in your life. Feeding people is what we love." AMY KUHTA, & SKÜTER FONTAINE, OWNERS
UPRISING ORGANICS is a small family farm specializing in Certified Organic vegetables, open-pollinated and heirloom seeds, and cut flowers. They grow specialty European vegetables that are stunning in color and taste. Uprising's Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program is geared toward low-income families and accepts food stamps. "Uprising Organics, vegetable pirates sowing the seeds of revelry. Arrrrrr!" CRYSTINE GOLDBERG, CO-OWNER
MOONDANCE FARM is a sustainable family farm nestled in the foothills of Mount Baker. The farm's focus is to grow nutritious, organic food in unison with family and community. Moondance vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers are grown naturally and are offered seasonally. Moondance Farm specializes in ethnic and heirloom varieties. "As organic farmers, we trusted that through caring for our land we could sustainably produce nutritious food. What we didn't expect was how growing food strengthened our ties to people. Farming has taught us a lot about the timeless cycle of giving and receiving from the Earth and others." NICOLE BROWN, CO-OWNER
A SUSTAINABLE FAMILY FARM, Alm Hill Gardens emphasizes high quality produce and fair living wages for farm staff. For more than thirty years, they have selected their produce for flavor and nutritional value. Their specialties include organic berries, grapes, asparagus, vine-ripened tomatoes, pickling cucumbers, green beans, and baby salad greens. "We are using the 30 plus years of experience at Alm Hill Gardens to strengthen ties between producers and the community." AMARIS LUNDE, COMMUNITY PROGRAMS DIRECTOR OF GROWING WASHINGTON
BELLEWOOD ACRES is home to 24,000 apple trees and grows apples, pears, pumpkins and gourds. Fresh cider, honey-roasted peanut butter, dried apple chips, and lavender are available at the farm store that is open daily, September through December. BelleWood Acres is "Food Alliance" and "Salmon Safe" certified. "As our farming philosophy, we are diligent in our efforts to grow clean, healthy fruit in the most environmentally friendly way." DORIE BELISLE, CO-OWNER
CLOUD MOUNTAIN FARM. Established in 1978, Cloud Mountain Farm is located on 20 picturesque acres of orchards, vineyards and nursery fields at the foot of Sumas Mountain near Everson. The nursery at Cloud Mountain is a favorite among local gardeners seeking quality, locally grown ornamental & fruit plants. In the Fall, locals flock to Cloud Mountain for apples, cider, fruits, vegetables, pumpkins, and plants. Check out the annual Cloud Mountain Fruit Festival in early October to taste over 200 varieties of locally grown fruit and fruit products. "A family-owned farm providing plants for Northwest Gardens, fruits, cider, and vegetables in season." TOM & CHERYL THORNTON, OWNERS
Contact Information:
Rabbit Fields Farm (360) 393 8747
Everson, WA 98247
rabbitfieldsfarm@yahoo.com
SALES METHODS:
CSA
Restaurants & Retailers
Phone Order
Terra Verde (360)671-6086
amersyvonne@hotmail.com
SALES METHODS:
Farmers Market
CSA
Uprising Organics 2208 Iron Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
SALES METHODS:
Farmers Market
Restaurants & Retailers
CSA
Moondance Farm 460 Innis Creek Road
Acme, WA 98220
(360)595-0155
SALES METHODS:
CSA
Phone Order
Restaurants & Retailers
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