1902 Ranch

09/27/2025

Lots of great lessons learned. Pre-freezing the next batch before it goes in the dryer really helps out a ton and keeps the assembly line moving. It’s remarkable how well this process works and how tasty the output is.

09/26/2025

We not regretting the freeze dryer purchase. Game changer for of the fruit preservation.

07/19/2024

Stress Less and Eat Better: Hassle-Free Shopping Guide and Sourcing Local Protein - https://mailchi.mp/1902ranch/stress-less-and-eat-better-hassle-free-shopping-guide-and-sourcing-local-protein

10/10/2023

These clowns. Taking a little nap before going on the hunt. Great cats!

03/04/2023

Gentle giant, Lars, keeping his ladies safe from predators. We LOVE our guardian dogs!! ♥️♥️

Dogs that live outside and guard livestock became a hot topic on the island back in December.

01/25/2023

Sharing what we’ve learned. Thanks for the opportunity Whidbey Island Conservation District

Bart and Brooke Crowder discovered the beautiful farmland that is now 1902 Ranch wanting to respect the history of the property and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. While the views and the greenery are spectacular, the land's malnourished soil told the real story. The Crowders knew they had to make big moves to restore the topsoil and create harmony between the animals and the land if they wanted to operate a sustainable ranch that could stand the test of time.

Now, pasture-raised cows, pigs, and chickens live and work happily together on the ranch, eating the grass, fertilizing the soil, and creating an ecosystem where both plants and animals can flourish for decades.

Learn more from the Crowders at our upcoming Farmer Panel and Growers Association Potluck Feb. 6th! A place for our local farmers to meet, network, and learn.

Sign up at whidbeycd.org/events