Producer

Hedlin’s Family Farm is owned and operated by Kai Ottesen and Jules Riske. We met at a farmers market many years ago, where we had back-to-back produce stalls. Kai is part of the fourth generation of farmers managing the family land in La Conner; keeping up the tradition of growing good food for our community. Together we are farming alongside the 3rd generation (Hedlin Farms) as we continue a long-term farm transition. Both farms grow certified organic crops, but never the same products - whether you are buying big, beautiful peppers from Hedlin Farms or delicious, juicy strawberries from Hedlin’s Family Farm, you are supporting local agriculture, our extended family, and our employees.
Hedlin’s Family Farm sells direct through our on-farm retail store in addition to our wholesale crops. During the summer, our main wholesale crops are strawberries, diverse lettuces, zucchini, basil and cut flowers. In the fall and winter we offer sweet potatoes, garlic, and a wide variety of pumpkins and winter squash.

We are USDA certified organic through WA State Dept. of Agriculture. All our field crops are managed organically, although we do not make organic claims on our flowers. Following organic practices means that we think of the farm as part of a larger ecosystem, both environmentally and socially. Situated at the mouth of the Skagit River, we focus on maintaining soil and water health for many generations to come. As long-term residents of La Conner and the Skagit Valley, we focus on feeding and fostering connections within our community.