Support King County agriculture by purchasing Christmas trees from Puget Sound Fresh growers

Buying your family's Christmas tree from a local grower this holiday season ensures you get the freshest tree possible, while supporting agriculture here in King County.

"Agriculture remains an important part of our landscape, and purchasing a Christmas tree from a King County grower helps keep farming viable in King County," said Executive Ron Sims.

Seven King County farmers are offering fresh Christmas trees this year through the Puget Sound Fresh program. Many farms also sell fresh wreaths, garlands and greenery to make your home more festive this holiday season.

The complete list of participating farmers is available at www.pugetsoundfresh.org and click on the Christmas tree icon.

King County began Puget Sound Fresh in 1998 to help consumers identify products that are grown, raised or harvested in one of the 12 counties that touch Puget Sound. The program is part of the non-profit Cascade Harvest Coalition, supported by King, Snohomish and Pierce counties.

In addition to the Puget Sound Fresh partners program, Puget Sound Fresh publishes the annual Farm Guide to help consumers find local farms, including U-pick farms, organic products, recipes, agricultural activities and more.

Complete information is available at: www.pugetsoundfresh.org, or by contacting Karen Kinney, 206-263-6429.