Local Farms
and Suppliers
Rancho Llano Seco
“Rancho Llano Seco was incorporated in 1861 and has a rich history of balancing agriculture, livestock husbandry and conservation. The Rancho is one of the last Mexican land grant properties that remains intact. It is a reminder of a lost era when Californian, American, Mexican, and Spanish history intersected. Llano Seco means dry plain in Spanish, and comes from the dry land wheat fields that have been an historical source of pride for the Rancho's farmers since its inception.
Our pigs are a cross of Duroc, Yorkshire, and Landrace breeds. Our hogs are fed GMO-free, vegetarian grains, 80% of which are grown on the Rancho. Pigs are raised in deep-bedded hoop barns with continual access to large open air pastures with plenty of sunshine and a great view of the California Buttes. Our pigs are never fed antibiotics or growth hormones, and are never confined. Llano Seco Meats is the culmination of our mission to provide a variety of products while caring for the people, the animals and the land." (from Llano Seco Facebook page)
For some interesting and inspiring reading, go to their website and read all about the ranch and their best practices. Shop in their online store for an abundance of goods including heirloom beans, nuts, ancient grains, pork, beef and more.
GRUB CSA Farm
GRUB CSA Farm in Chico provides natural food directly to the community through its CSA Membership, as well as at the Chico Farmer’s Markets (every Wednesday & Saturday mornings, and Thursday nights in summer). They also deliver vegetables to some of the best restaurants in the North Valley (including Farwood of course!)
GRUB also works to preserve the tradition of growing healthy food. They know that healthy food can only be grown in healthy soil, which is they we never spray pesticides. By planting native hedgerows to support wildlife, building soil naturally, and planting a diverse selection of rare and heirloom seeds, GRUB's 10 acres of of land along the Lindo Channel in Chico is growing a healthy future for the community.
Read more on their website, and learn about their amazing seasonal produce box memberships here!
Pyramid Farms
Established in 1997 and growing right here in Chico, Pyramid Farms offer fresh, local, and certified organic vegetables grown using sustainable practices. Their farm is diverse, growing many varieties of fruit and vegetables, including a small fig orchard, but they also raise chickens and goats. They pride themselves on growing with respect and love, and each item is hand harvested at it’s peak to bring our community the very best! Pyramid Farms have been an organic farm from the very beginning, and became certified with C.C.O.F. in 2002. You can purchase their produce at the Saturday downtown
Chico farmers market, S&S Produce, Chico Natural Foods, and Briarpatch Co-op. Visit their Website here!
West Coast Products
Based in Orland since 1937, West Coast Products has provided chefs and at home cooks with premium California Olives and Olive Oil. They produce the freshest olive oil available – crushed within 90 minutes of harvest and their 100% extra virgin olive oil is certified by the California Olive Oil Council.
WCP olives can be found in Farwood martini's. And WCP extra virgin olive oil ("Liquid Gold") can be found in Farwood salad dressings and dishes through out our menu. Learn more and shop their products here!
Little Sprouts Micro Farm
“We have been growing our own sprouts and -more recently- micro greens for our family for the past few years and have finally made the leap to share them in our local community.
All of our seeds are certified organic and maintaining a chemical-free product is our top priority. We will only grow what we feel confident feeding our lil' sprouts.
All of our products are grown start to finish on our micro-farm here in Redding, CA and hand-delivered by bicycle!”(From Little Sprouts Micro Farm Facebook)
Sierra Nevada Cheese Company
Sierra Nevada Cheese Company was founded in 1997 by Ben Gregersen and John Dundon. Ben and John began to introduce their cheeses at local farmers markets; soon after demand for the products increased and their cheeses were sought out by local retail stores. In 2003, the company's successful growth allowed them to relocate the creamery 100 miles north of Sacramento to Willows, California, where they are still located today. Sierra Nevada Cheese Company strives to create the best-tasting dairy products by keeping true to our own philosophy - a clean ingredient list coupled with traditional manufacturing methods. In an age of industrialized manufacturing, Sierra Nevada's pure ingredients and simple processing provide the wholesome goodness of authentic, farmhouse-style dairy foods.
T. M. Duche Nuts
“Founded in precision and excellence, T.M. Duche Nut Co Inc has connected growers to consumers since 1857. Quality is at the core of T.M Duche, bringing locally grown almonds and walnuts to consumers worldwide.” (From T. M. Duche Nuts website)
Comanche Creek Farms
“Located in Chico, CA nestled against the riparian habitat of Comanche Creek, our farm has the mineral rich soil of Butte Creek. In supporting our environment, we use a constructive organic approach to our farming. We focus and work with nature supporting the health of our soil, recycling natural materials, and growing cover crops to grow and maintain soil fertility. The organic cultivation principles we use successfully sustain and enrich our produce, farmlands, and community.” (From Comanche Creek Farms website)
