Becoming a Buyer

 

 Calling all Buyers!

Are you a wholesale buyer and interested in being part of the Puget Sound Food Hub network? Buyers can order from multiple farms through one vendor agreement and compile a single order to cover all their produce, meat, and dairy needs. Meanwhile, farmers spend less money on fuel, labor, and transportation costs. The PSFH Co-op saves producers and consumers time so everyone benefits! Single aggregated delivery is convenient, reduces carbon use, and guarantees freshness.

 Here is how it works:

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Buyers log in to shop for fresh local and seasonal products from dozens of local farmers.

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Our farmers share their stories, growing practices, and any certifications with buyers.

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Buyers choose an available delivery date and pay one invoice online.

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Farmers harvest, pack, and drop their products at PSFH for final delivery to buyers.

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Products from dozens of local farms arrive to buyers; one order, one delivery, one invoice!

Connect with Farmers

The PSFH Cooperative is committed to fostering lasting relationships between farmers and their customers through trust and transparency. When buying from our farmers we strongly suggest that buyers take time to talk directly with farmers about their growing practices.

View Purchasing Guide
 

Cancellation Policy

There are no cancellations once an ordering period closes. Farmers calculate their harvest to match specific order amounts and cancellations may result in a loss of sale or product. Therefore, buyers may be charged a cancellation fee of up to 50% of the product total.

Questions regarding the wholesale buying process- email info@pugetsoundfoodhub.com.

FAQs

  • Unfortunately no. We suggest that individuals and households shop at their local farmers market, subscribe to a CSA program, or visit a farm stand. Puget Sound Fresh is a good resource for individuals looking for ways to eat local.

  • Delivery is available on Tuesdays and Fridays throughout Greater Seattle, Skagit County, and Whatcom County.

    On Tuesdays and Fridays customers in Skagit, Whatcom, Island and San Juan Counties may pick up orders at the PSFHC Distribution Warehouse in Mount Vernon, WA.

  • Only local Washington farms and ranches that can legally sell their raw and value added agricultural products commercially are eligible to sell through the Puget Sound Food Hub. While many producers carry USDA Organic or other third party certifications, buyers are encouraged to learn about each farm’s production methods by reading the seller profiles online or contacting them directly. We have developed a Purchasing Guide to assist buyers in making informed purchasing decisions.

  • Buyers must notify the Puget Sound Food Hub Manager at info@pugetsoundfoodhub.com within 24 hours of delivery should any part of an order be incomplete or damaged. Buyers must report concerns or complaints immediately, and include a photo of the product in the original packaging, to ensure issues can be resolved and invoices can be adjusted with the producer.

  • A list of product categories can be found on the Food page. Please contact Puget Sound Food Hub at info@pugetsoundfoodhub.com and let us know if you are looking for a specific item. We’re here to help connect you with the farms.

  • The Puget Sound Food Hub is committed to food safety and managing risk by developing Standard Operating Procedures, requiring all hub aggregation sites and distribution partners to create and comply with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) plans, and requiring everyone along the Food Hub supply chain to carry appropriate licenses and product liability insurance coverage for commercial and institutional markets.