(Yakima, WA) Grant J. Hunt Company announces that Orchard View Farms, Inc, The Dalles, OR has once again received the Food Alliance's Certification Seal. As a Food Alliance certified producer, Orchard View Farms received this certification because they are working to leave the land healthy and productive for future generations. The Baileys, who own Orchard View Farms and their workers were recognized for dedicating themselves to environmentally and socially responsible agricultural practices for cherries and pears.
Grant J. Hunt Company is the exclusive sales and marketing agent for Orchard View Farms. Food Alliance is a non-profit organization that promotes sustainable agriculture by recognizing and rewarding farmers who produce food in environmentally friendly and socially responsible ways, and educating consumers and others in the food system about the benefits of sustainable agriculture.
Food Alliance operates the most comprehensive third-party certification program in North America for sustainably produced food. Food Alliance Certified distinguishes foods produced by farmers, ranchers and food processors who use environmentally and socially responsible practices. (www.foodalliance.org)