Coming together to support the farm and food industry in King County and beyond in response to COVID-19
These are unprecedented times. In response, Farm King County has mobilized a dedicated, strong partnership of talented agricultural resource providers to help farm and food businesses respond to the challenges of COVID-19. As you all know, things are changing rapidly. We pledge to provide timely, reliable, curated, and creative responses to the changing farm business environment.
Financial Resources
In response to historic changes in the business environment by COVID-19, view pertinent grants, loans, local, state, and federal relief programs such as payment delays, late fee forgiveness, resources and services for emergency planning.
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Meeting Health Directives
Safety is the highest priority in operating an essential farm and food business. Find resources from public health, retailers and farm businesses on how to implement the COVID-19 directives for both worker and shopper safety.
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Market Opportunities
Directly connecting with shoppers is more important than ever. Help them find you through online platforms for CSAs, farm stands, farmers markets, grocery stores, and food delivery options in your area.
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Consumer Information
Get fresh, healthy, local food via online ordering, delivery services, and new pickup locations. Also consider donating to organizations who have funds for farmer relief in these uncertain times.
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A huge thanks to our technical assistance team of agricultural partners! On March 23, 2020 we held the first of what will be weekly conference calls with local and statewide ag organizations and chapters to respond to farm and food business needs. We will collaborate in both sourcing and creating needed information for farmers and food businesses. Including: Sno-Valley Tilth, Viva Farms, International Rescue Committee, WSDA Regional Markets Program, WSU Food Systems Program, WSU King County Extension, WSU Snohomish County Extension, American Farmland Trust, Pike Place Market, Neighborhood Farmers Markets, WA State Farmers Market Association, PCC Farmland Trust, Northwest Agriculture Business Center, Tilth Alliance, King County Agriculture Program, King County Local Food Initiative, Business Impact NW, King-Pierce Farm Bureau, and more.
And thanks for helping our farmers weather this crisis and continue to provide sustenance to our region!
Contact us or your local partner above when you need specific help or information that is not in these web pages. Our responses are only as good as the information and needs we receive directly from you.