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The popularity of agritourism, along with other travel issues and trends, was discussed Tuesday through Thursday as the Yakima Convention and Event Center as more than 300 tourism officials attended
As part of its continued tradition, The Sequim Food Bank, 144 W. Alder St., has contracted with local farms for nearly 10 years as part of its Local Farm Purchasing Program.
Juanita Chavarria opened her very first CSA sign-ups this year, servicing King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties from her urban locale in Tacoma. Her deliveries might come living and breathing, with microgreens such as clovers, pea shoots, and radishes. Theyâre farmed soil-free, using the surplus fibers of coconuts. If youâd like, you can request a hatching duck egg to raise alongside your salad.
CSA May thru July; some items available
for individual purchase
These 23 acres in Duvall are dedicated to providing fresh, organic food directly to Seattleâs Central District. In 2007, Reverend Dr. Robert Jeffrey Sr. wanted to improve the health of his neighborhood through education and access to nutritious diets. Today, the volunteer-run nonprofit hosts youth programs, sells at its market on 21st Ave and Yesler, and provides groceries for low-income community members. âWhen you buy a CSA, you feed a family,â director Brione Scott notes, âNot only are you g