Snail of Approval Farms and Ranches

Around the Puget Sound, the Snail of Approval is awarded to farms and ranches that are helping to build a more resilient food system. These farmers and ranchers care deeply about our regional foodways and work to strengthen them by sourcing thoughtfully, supporting local farmers and producers, cooking with the seasons, and honoring craft and tradition. Take a look and discover some of the people shaping a good, clean, and fair food system for everyone.

Congratulations to our Western Washington Snail awardees!

North Puget Sound

Garden Treasures Local Farm & Nursery, Arlington

Garden Treasures Local Farm is a beautiful example of sustainable, community-driven agriculture offering heirloom vegetables, including varieties from the Slow Food Ark of Taste. Patricia’s impressive collection of hand-shelled legumes includes Mexican heritage beans brought from Oaxaca 30 years ago. The farmstand features a carefully curated selection of products from nearby farmers and producers, including fruit, cheese, eggs, jams, honey, and fermented foods.

Another standout feature is Patricia's sustainable flower program, which not only attracts pollinators and aids in natural pest management, but also serves as an educational resource.

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Contact Information:
• Patricia Lovejoy
• SR 530 NE, Arlington, WA 98223
• Phone: 360- 435-9272
• Website: gardentreasuresfarm.com

Jones Creek Farm, Sedro-Woolley

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Contact Information:
• Les and Lyn Jones
• 1 . Burlington, WA 98
• Website:

SisterLand Farms, Port Angeles

SisterLand Farms

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Contact Information:
• Jenson
• 5 . Port Angeles, WA 98
• Website:

Wakulima USA, Kent

Established by Kiswahili-speaking immigrants David Bulindah and Dickson Njeri, who yearned for the taste of East African food celebrations, Wakulima USA merged as a farming program dedicated to providing immigrants and refugees with access to land and resources for cultivating and marketing traditional, culturally significant food. The practice of farming and spending time in natural spaces promote wellness and mental health across all age groups within the community.

Currently, the program comprises 35 farmers who distribute their produce throughout King and Pierce Counties via markets, food hubs, and directly to immigrant communities. Additionally, they offer farm tours and participate in farmers markets to educate consumers about East African food traditions.

Contact Information:
• Wakulima USA
• 23830 Pacific Hwy S, Suite 333 . Kent, WA 98032
• Phone: 425-908-9144
• Website: wakulimausa.org