Fresh Foods

Fresh fruits and vegetables are vital to a healthy, nutritious diet. Luckily, Washington growers are able to offer a variety of fresh produce year-round.

The state grows a wide variety of food including: fruits, vegetables, wheat, beef and dairy.

The freshest food is what you grow for yourself.  In general, a vegetable garden has a fivefold payback.  A $1 in seeds will produce at least $5 in vegetables. You can also use your Basic Food benefits to buy vegetable seeds or fruit trees. Here are instructions for making a simple raised bed garden.  No space to garden? Some communities sponsor public gardens.

Links to more Resources

Get It Fresh - see what's fresh every season in Washington

Get It Local - more than 500 grocers across Washington provide locally grown products