Local Producer: Hopscotch Farm + Cannery
Welcome to Hopscotch Farm + Cannery, your quintessential "Farm to Jar" haven nestled in the heart of Port Townsend, WA. They are a passionate, farmstead operation that takes pride in cultivating heirloom produce and crafting a delectable assortment of pickles, relish, and jams for the local community. At Hopscotch, they bring you the freshest flavors straight from their farm to your table.
Their commitment to quality begins with the roots of their operation—literally. Hopscotch's canned goods are meticulously handcrafted from the fruit, veggies, and herbs they nurture on their land. Through rigorous attention to soil health, the cultivation of heirloom varieties, and the careful timing of their harvests, they ensure that their products are not only packed with nutrients but also burst with the true essence of homegrown vegetables. They take classic favorites and infuse them with a farmstead twist, offering you distinctive combinations that delight your taste buds in every bite.
At Hopscotch, their motto is simple yet powerful: "Grown Here, Made Here, and Sold Here." They are deeply rooted in our local community, with the belief that keeping more parts of the processing chain within our area enriches our community and reduces the carbon footprint associated with food transportation. They cultivate the majority of the fruits and vegetables they use in their pickles and preserves, occasionally sourcing additional ingredients from other esteemed Jefferson County producers, including Finnriver, Kodama, Chimalow, and Red Dog. By preserving the bounty of the summer harvest, they make it possible for you to savor locally-produced food year-round. Unlike fermented goods that require refrigeration, their pickles and relish are shelf-stable until opened, making them a convenient and sustainable choice.
The production system at Hopscotch is a labor of love, embracing human-scale, hand-tended organic and sustainable methods that minimize off-farm inputs and fossil fuels. They’re dedicated to creating a regenerative growing system that focuses on responsible soil management, environmental health, and nutrient-dense produce. The practices they use are designed to ensure that the land and all its inhabitants thrive for generations to come:
They employ permanent, raised beds and a no-till system to foster soil microorganisms.
Thoughtful crop rotation maintains soil health, while beneficial insects and pollinators are attracted to their crops for natural pest control.
Water conservation is a priority with a drip irrigation system.
Soil fertility is nurtured through compost, mulch, cover crops, and organic amendments—no chemical fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides ever used!
Committed to preserving biodiversity by cultivating heirloom and open-pollinated varieties whenever possible.
At Hopscotch, every small batch is packed with love, grown with care, and created to offer you the finest flavors of our farmstead. Join them on this flavorful journey, and experience the authentic taste of Port Townsend, WA, from their farm to your jar. Follow them on Instagram @hopscotchfarmpt
