Supporting Farmers, Local Growers and Farm-to-Table During Covid-19

Farmers markets play a critical role in ensuring food access for all. Despite being declared “essential businesses” there has been no concrete guidance on operation during the covid-19 pandemic, leaving many to remain closed nationwide. During a time in which access to healthy, affordable food is needed more than ever, …

Here’s What Every Local Restauranteur Needs to Focus on Now, Given the Minimum Wage Hike in Seattle

This past week, Seattle’s Minimum Wage Ordinance went into effect, phasing in an increase to the minimum wage to $15 an hour over time. According to Seattle.gov: Small employers (fewer than 500 employees) will reach a $15 an hour minimum wage in seven yearsLarge employers (500 or more employees, either …