This work revolves around the collaboration and expertise of farmers. Sea- and land-based farmers participating in the project have dedicated significant time, energy and space for everything from seaweed harvesting and processing to applying seaweed on their actual farms. They do this with the knowledge that this is a concept in its early stages and that there are many unknowns involved. Their dedication to promoting sustainability, and fostering strong regional food systems is clear, and the project team is honored to engage in this important work alongside them.
“Having a research project hosted on our farm has been a really neat opportunity. It’s been fun to grow relationships with the folks who come out each week and do soil readings. Though I am not a scientist in this trial, I do feel committed and very invested in the findings. Learning how the land and sea could perhaps mutually benefit one another with a direct impact on small-scale farming sounds interesting and hopeful!”
– Grace, Dear Table Farm
Participating farmers
Baywater Shellfish
Baywater Shellfish is a long-established commercial shellfish farm on the Olympic Peninsula that markets oysters and clams, and collaborates on a wide range of environmental sustainability research and work.
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Bright Thread Farm
A mixed vegetable farm located in the Skagit Valley, Bright Thread Farm stands for sustainable agricultural practices, mindful choices that prioritize the health of consumers and the land, expanding community access to high-quality, locally grown produce, and being farmers who love what they do.
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Broccoli Nectar Farm
Founded on principles of environmental stewardship and accessibility, Broccoli Nectar Farm is a small yet vibrant mixed vegetable farm located in the Skagit Valley that is dedicated to providing affordable, fresh food while prioritizing the well-being of both community and the environment.
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Dear Table Farm
A mixed vegetable farm located in the Skagit Valley, Dear Table Farm embodies values of quality food and environmental stewardship, and prioritizes bringing abundant and joyful energy to their communities through food grown with holistic management practices and low till methods.
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Songbird Haven Farm
A no-till mixed vegetable farm in the Sammamish Valley (King County), Songbird Haven Farm believes that human health and environmental health go hand in hand. They use organic growing methods and support soil health by not tilling (i.e., plowing), using lots of compost, growing year-round, and planting a wide variety of crops.
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