Vashon Garlic

Business Type: Producer

Vashon, WA

Environmental Sustainability
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- Vashon Garlic
- Vashon, WA

About Us

Located on Vashon Island, we are a family owned small farm committed to sustainable farming practices. Not only are we certified organic, but we are working to increase the vitality of our soil with permaculture methods in mind. Over the next few years we are transitioning to no-till farming. This will improve soil health, increase yield, and develop a sustainable ecosystem full of biodiversity.

Our heirloom variety of softneck garlic is unique to our farm. It was originally brought to Dockton in the early 20th century when our neighbor, Mande Roncevich, immigrated from Croatia for an arranged marriage. Among her possessions were a few heads of garlic from her small town, enough to start a small crop. In 1983, when Mande was too old to farm, our family was sold the stock and began selling at Pike Place Market. Our variety quickly became known to be high quality and soon gained recognition by Arthur Schwartz, The Food Maven. Many years later, we are expanding and reinvigorating the farm, continuing to cultivate the best garlic available.

Our Products

Locally Raised, Harvested, Grown
- Vegetables & Herbs
  - Garlic

Retail Info

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Where to Purchase

Farmers Markets
My Website
Phone Orders

Our Values

Learn more about the Eat Local First Values Indicators.

Environmental Sustainability
Eat Local First values the land, water, and ecosystems that sustain our local food systems. Businesses and organizations with the Environmental Sustainability indicator are committed to adopting practices that improve soil health, conserve natural resources, foster biodiversity, and reduce the use of fossil fuel-based pesticides and fertilizers. Seafood producers harvest responsibly to ensure the sustainability of wild fish stocks.
- Sustainability
  - Certified Organic
    A third-party certification identifying products free of chemical pesticides & fertilizers, hormones and preventative antibiotics.
Racial and Social Equity
Eat Local First values the inclusion and representation of historically underrepresented or marginalized groups in the food and farming industry. The owners of businesses and organizations with the Racial and Social Equity indicator have identified themselves as holding one or more marginalized identities.
- Woman Owned
  Owned by a person who identifies as a woman.

Last updated: 05/8/2024