Yakama Nation Farms: Celebrating the growth of food, culture

WAPATO – Yakama Nation Farms, a 1,500- acre agricultural enterprise located in the heart of Washington’s Yakima Valley, operates with the mission of fortifying food sovereignty and security for the local community while embracing a rich cultural heritage. Under the interim leadership of Jonalee Squeochs, the farm has transformed from a historically Japanese-operated enterprise into a tribal business that seeks to provide high-quality organic produce to the Yakama Nation and surrounding communities. The farm’s history is intertwined with the experiences of both the Yakama Nation and Japanese immigrants.