Schmitts farm has initiated a project focused on addressing a critical need within the organic marketplace the lack of sufficient grain processing infrastructure

This project involves the purchase of equipment designed to strengthen and expand farm capacity providing grain cleaning services to other organic growers and increasing access to organic grains throughout the northwest region. This project will result in a significant increase in processing capacity 800000 bushels per year alongside expanded storage capabilities adding 13500 bushels. Furthermore the equipment will reduce annual miles traveled by 60000 miles representing a substantial logistical improvement. The primary beneficiaries of this initiative include schmitts farm and other regional organic growers processors and consumers who will gain more reliable access to organic grains. This project anticipates a positive ripple effect allowing schmitts farm to more consistently supply buyers with highquality organic grains benefiting farmers ranchers and other stakeholders in the organic supply chain. The anticipated outcomes will contribute to enhanced market access for organic grains supporting the growth of the organic sector and improving the supply of this commodity to a broader range of consumers and businesses such as bakeries and restaurants.