Rural Cooperative Projects
Cooperative Development Training & Outreach
NABC provides cooperative training and outreach to inform and engage agricultural producers and the community-at-large about the importance and value of the cooperative business model. For an informational sample of a past conference click here.
North Cascades Meat Producers Cooperative
The farmer-owned and managed farmer’s cooperative known as North Cascade Meat Producers Cooperative has begun work to establish a new USDA meat processing capacity, in partnership with Del Fox Meats in Stanwood, for Island, Skagit, Snohomish and Whatcom Counties. Website
Seattle Wholesale Growers Market Cooperative
SWGM is a farmer-owned cooperative established in 2011 and committed to providing the very best the Pacific Northwest has to offer in cut flowers, greens and ornamentals from sixteen Washington, Oregon and Alaska flower farms. Our Mission: To foster a Vibrant Community Marketplace that sustains Local Flower Farms and provides Top Quality Products and Service to the Floral Industry of the Pacific Northwest. Website
Island Grown Farmers Cooperative
IGFC offers quality, affordable meat from livestock raised on small family farms located on the islands in Puget Sound and the nearby mainland river valleys of northwest Washington State. They are dedicated to passing on the benefits of meat produced locally from humanely raised and processed livestock to our neighbors in this region. Website
Northwest Asian Medicinal Herb Network
The Northwest Asian Medicinal Herb Network is a group of growers and practitioners working together to support sustainable domestic production of high-quality Asian medicinal herbs; o encourage economic development through education, marketing, and access to evaluation, processing and distribution; and to preserve knowledge of traditional methods of herbal cultivation and preparation. Website
Northwest Cider Association (national organization)
Formed in 2010, the Northwest Cider Association brings cideries and cider lovers together to share knowledge, experience and live the Northwest cider culture. NWCA is a trade organization formed by cider producers throughout the Pacific Northwest to promote awareness of regional artisanal ciders. They sponsor classes, workshops, and cider-themed events, including Oregon Cider Week, Summer Cider Day, Washington Cider Week, and an annual cidermakers’ dinner. Website
Port Susan Food & Farming Center
The Port Susan Farmers Market is located in Stanwood, a charming small-town with friendly people, unique shops and homey restaurants, situated on one of Washington’s most treasured natural resources, Port Susan Bay. The market features vendors selling local farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, poultry, eggs, honey, baked goods and specialty foods such as hand-crafted BBQ sauces, spice rubs, gourmet pasta and homemade jams. Website
Red Rooster Marketing Association
The Red Rooster Route is a marketing association of 12 Arlington farms and agricultural activities formed to introduce families to heritage opportunities in north Snohomish County. Follow our Red Rooster Route to family-friendly farms and festivals and start your traditions in Arlington, Bryant and Oso, Washington. Website
San Juan Island Agricultural Guild – Island Grown
Island Grown in the San Juans celebrates the bounty of abundant farms and locally-grown food in our beautiful archipelago within the Salish Sea. Island Grown in the San Juans is a membership organization that is committed to upholding high standards for quality farm products that are good for our community, our lands, our local economy, and promotes a sustainable future. Website
Whidbey Island Grown Program
The Whidbey Island Grown brand was established by local farmers and residents to increase awareness and consumption of agricultural products grown on the Island. Agricultural areas are an important part of what makes Whidbey Island such a special place to visit and live. To preserve these areas the Island needs an economically vibrant farm community. Website