How Snohomish County’s Family Farms Are Thriving Through Innovation and Agricultural Heritage
Snohomish County’s rich agricultural history is a cornerstone of our culture and heritage. Family farms have long provided fresh, locally grown food while contributing significantly to our economy. Beyond their economic role, these farms are vital stewards of the natural environment. A healthy environment is essential for sustainable food production. Yet, growing pressures from urbanization […]
Rep Sam Low’s agritourism bill protecting family farms signed into law
In a victory for Washington’s family farms, Governor Bob Ferguson on Tuesday signed House Bill 1261 into law—a bipartisan effort led by Representative Sam Low (R-Lake Stevens) to protect farmers who engage in agritourism from losing their open space tax classification. The new law ensures that activities such as weddings, pumpkin patches, hayrides, and farm […]
