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Gibbs
Organic Farm |
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family-owned and operated certified organic farm is located in a secluded
canyon outside of Leavenworth, WA on the eastern slopes of the Cascades.
The 80-acre farm includes 8 gardens, 5 acres of fruit orchard, pastures,
a mix of animals, and 60 acres of tree farm. Crops include hay, grains,
berries, herbs, and a wide variety of vegetables. The Gibbses grow many
heirloom varieties of apples, pears, and cherries, and also raise cattle,
hogs, chickens, and turkeys. Gibbs Organic Produce provides high quality
organic goods to local customers at farmers markets and food co-ops. The
Gibbs Farm manages all aspects of its fields, woods and streams as a single
integrated system, or permaculture. Permaculture farming views all parts
of a farm's animals, natural resources, crops, and human dwellings and
activities as components of a single ecosystem. The farm's health and
productivity depends on managing the complex interrelationships within
it. With over 30 years of diversified organic farming experience, owner
Grant Gibbs has created an inspiring example of healthy, sustainable,
and eco-friendly land management. Through the summer internship program, with hands-on learning, apprentices experience unique opportunities and a sustainable farming education.
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