Our Farmer, Pat Moote, has a new Blog called "Dirt Happens". It's a behind the scenes look at managing a farm, on Whidbey Island, from his unique perspective. This will be his 2nd post of 2026.
"From an actor promoting fast food chains, to a colon cancer survivor, to a regenerative farm manager, this is my unlikely journey."
Field Notes: Orchard Kitchen - Beyond Farm to Table.
This is officially my second post. It feels only fair to talk about the first and most important reason that I am able to do this job at all. The business that fuels this whole crazy experiment, Orchard Kitchen.
I will do this by talking about my own experience. A trend that I am aware of, but have little control over. READ MORE