Whitaker Farm, established 2014, was founded with the desire to feed our families, our community and our soil as ethical stewards for the future.
We focus on using best practices to grow our vegetables, feeding our community year round using a combination of storage crops, climate appropriate growing and season extension tools.
You can find our produce at the Comox Valley Farmer’s Market and Cumberland Market, and our farm store.
🌍 International Women’s Day 🌍
Today is a powerful reminder to pause and take stock—of how far we’ve come, of the work still ahead, and of our role in the movement.
There are so many women who inspire me daily, and I love seeing them celebrated today. But I also see this as a moment for self-reflection. How am I showing up? How am I lifting others, so that the next generation can rise even higher?
“Progressive ideals have not been proven wrong, merely difficult.” The path toward equity isn’t easy, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth walking. Let’s keep building, together. 💜
#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #EquityForAll #WomenLiftingWomen #thefutureisfemale
🌍 International Women’s Day 🌍
Today is a powerful reminder to pause and take stock—of how far we’ve come, of the work still ahead, and of our role in the movement.
There are so many women who inspire me daily, and I love seeing them celebrated today. But I also see this as a moment for self-reflection. How am I showing up? How am I lifting others, so that the next generation can rise even higher?
“Progressive ideals have not been proven wrong, merely difficult.” The path toward equity isn’t easy, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth walking. Let’s keep building, together. 💜
#InternationalWomensDay #IWD2025 #EquityForAll #WomenLiftingWomen #thefutureisfemale
🌱 It’s Here! Seedy Saturday! 🌱
Today’s the day to stock up on amazing local and regionally adapted seeds for your garden! Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with local seed savers, discover unique varieties, and set your garden up for success.
Wanna change the world? 🌎 Grow food. Make good soil. It all starts with a seed. 🌿💚
#SeedySaturday #GrowFood #SaveSeeds #LocalSeeds #SoilHealth #SeedSavers #GardenRevolution
🌱 It’s Here! Seedy Saturday! 🌱
Today’s the day to stock up on amazing local and regionally adapted seeds for your garden! Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just getting started, this is your chance to connect with local seed savers, discover unique varieties, and set your garden up for success.
Wanna change the world? 🌎 Grow food. Make good soil. It all starts with a seed. 🌿💚
#SeedySaturday #GrowFood #SaveSeeds #LocalSeeds #SoilHealth #SeedSavers #GardenRevolution
2025… buckle up, folks, it’s gonna be an interesting one! 🌱
As many of you know, Brian and I talked last year about shaking things up a little—well, we did! This season, we’ve scaled down to a more manageable level, which means it’s mostly just the two of us on the farm. (Well, three, if you count Minnow, but her main job is quality control and beach patrol.) 🐶🌊
A few friends might pop in to lend a hand, but the bulk of the work? That’s on us. Some people have asked, “OMG, how are you gonna do it?!” which makes me laugh because, honestly… we already work this hard every year! The difference? We’ve sized things to match what we can manage instead of managing other people. Less time coordinating, more time farming—seems like a fair trade.
What does this mean for you? Nothing, really. You’ll still find us at market, the plant sale will be as exciting as ever, and our CSA boxes will be bountiful and filled with CV local. The only real change? We’re setting ourselves up for a farm we can retire into—because let’s face it, we’re not getting any younger, and Minnow says it’s high time we all spent more hours at the beach. 🐾🌊
🌱 We’d love to hear from you! What are you most excited to grow (or eat!) this season? Drop a comment below and let’s talk all things plants! ⬇️💬 thanks to @karenmckinnonphoto for this amazing shot during the 2021 chamber awards
#FarmLife #NewSeasonNewFlow #StillGrowing #CSA #MarketFarmers #MinnowApproves #growingtogether
2025… buckle up, folks, it’s gonna be an interesting one! 🌱
As many of you know, Brian and I talked last year about shaking things up a little—well, we did! This season, we’ve scaled down to a more manageable level, which means it’s mostly just the two of us on the farm. (Well, three, if you count Minnow, but her main job is quality control and beach patrol.) 🐶🌊
A few friends might pop in to lend a hand, but the bulk of the work? That’s on us. Some people have asked, “OMG, how are you gonna do it?!” which makes me laugh because, honestly… we already work this hard every year! The difference? We’ve sized things to match what we can manage instead of managing other people. Less time coordinating, more time farming—seems like a fair trade.
What does this mean for you? Nothing, really. You’ll still find us at market, the plant sale will be as exciting as ever, and our CSA boxes will be bountiful and filled with CV local. The only real change? We’re setting ourselves up for a farm we can retire into—because let’s face it, we’re not getting any younger, and Minnow says it’s high time we all spent more hours at the beach. 🐾🌊
🌱 We’d love to hear from you! What are you most excited to grow (or eat!) this season? Drop a comment below and let’s talk all things plants! ⬇️💬 thanks to @karenmckinnonphoto for this amazing shot during the 2021 chamber awards
#FarmLife #NewSeasonNewFlow #StillGrowing #CSA #MarketFarmers #MinnowApproves #growingtogether
🌱 What Can You Plant NOW in the Comox Valley? 🌱
Food security is going to be a big issue for all of us. And it’s not just about individual survival—it’s about our collective resilience. The more we grow and share within our communities, the closer we get to real food sovereignty.
That doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy an orange now and then, but if the bulk of our calories come from things we can grow and control, we have more power to shape our own future.
So, if you can get your soil to move, here’s what you can plant RIGHT NOW:
✅ Arugula (Rocket) – Spicy, peppery, and amazing on pizza.
✅ Mustard Greens - from mild to spicy, Mizuna to purple leafed mustards are packed with nutrition and a great quick crop.
✅ Spring Mix – Salad greens love cool weather—this is their time to shine!
✅ Baby Kale – Perfect for salads or smoothies.
✅ Baby Choi – Delicious, fast-growing, and thrives in early spring.
✅ Radishes – Cooler temps = milder, crunchier radishes. Get ‘em in the ground!
✅ Salad Turnips – Ready in 30 days, greens and all! What are you waiting for?
✅ Green Onions – They take patience, but once you grow them, you’ll wonder how grocery stores sell them so cheap! 🤣
Need seeds? Check out @good_earth_farms_seeds for local, quality seeds that thrive in our region! 🌱
And don’t miss Seedy Saturday THIS Saturday, March 8 at the Florence Filberg Centre! It’s a fantastic place to stock up on local seeds and learn from experienced farmers and gardeners.
Now’s the time! Get planting and let’s grow together. 🌱✨ #FoodSovereignty #GrowYourOwn #ComoxValley #SpringPlanting #SeedySaturday #LocalSeeds
🌱 What Can You Plant NOW in the Comox Valley? 🌱
Food security is going to be a big issue for all of us. And it’s not just about individual survival—it’s about our collective resilience. The more we grow and share within our communities, the closer we get to real food sovereignty.
That doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy an orange now and then, but if the bulk of our calories come from things we can grow and control, we have more power to shape our own future.
So, if you can get your soil to move, here’s what you can plant RIGHT NOW:
✅ Arugula (Rocket) – Spicy, peppery, and amazing on pizza.
✅ Mustard Greens - from mild to spicy, Mizuna to purple leafed mustards are packed with nutrition and a great quick crop.
✅ Spring Mix – Salad greens love cool weather—this is their time to shine!
✅ Baby Kale – Perfect for salads or smoothies.
✅ Baby Choi – Delicious, fast-growing, and thrives in early spring.
✅ Radishes – Cooler temps = milder, crunchier radishes. Get ‘em in the ground!
✅ Salad Turnips – Ready in 30 days, greens and all! What are you waiting for?
✅ Green Onions – They take patience, but once you grow them, you’ll wonder how grocery stores sell them so cheap! 🤣
Need seeds? Check out @good_earth_farms_seeds for local, quality seeds that thrive in our region! 🌱
And don’t miss Seedy Saturday THIS Saturday, March 8 at the Florence Filberg Centre! It’s a fantastic place to stock up on local seeds and learn from experienced farmers and gardeners.
Now’s the time! Get planting and let’s grow together. 🌱✨ #FoodSovereignty #GrowYourOwn #ComoxValley #SpringPlanting #SeedySaturday #LocalSeeds
🍅 TOMATO TIME! 🍅
People ask me about tomatoes all the time —because let’s be honest, I’m particular about my tomatoes. And for good reason! The right seeds make all the difference.
If you’re thinking about growing your own tomatoes this year (maybe for food security, maybe just because homegrown tomatoes are superior), here are some amazing Canadian seed houses you might not know about! 🌱👇
🔥 Where we get our tomato seeds & why we love them:
🌿 @good_earth_farms_seeds If you’re in the Comox Valley, start here! Their seeds are climatized for this area, unique and the germination rate is fantastic. Plus Heather and Simon are awesome humans
🌿 @ttseeds_can – A great mix of unique varieties and classic Canadian staples. Always worth a look!
🌿 @northernseeds.ca Been buying from them for two seasons now, and I love their solid germination rates, solid varieties. Plus, fast shipping!
🌿 rainbowseeds.ca – So many varieties, so much quirky goodness. You’ll need patience to browse, but let’s be real… what tomato grower doesn’t love getting lost in a seed catalogue?
🌿 @annapolis_seeds – Originally, I went to them for peppers, but they’ve got some really fun tomatoes too! Another one with great germination rates (because we all know that matters)
💬 Tell me—what tomatoes are you growing this year? Are you a die-hard brandywine fan? Chasing the perfect cherry tomato? Let’s talk tomato love in the comments! Any secrets you wanna share?? 🍅❤️
And of course, we will be here with seedlings in late April - June if you decide you would rather have us babysit your plants! 🪴
#TomatoSeason #GrowYourOwn #SeedStarting #CanadianSeeds #GardenPlanning #HomegrownTomatoes #FarmLife #TariffGarden
🍅 TOMATO TIME! 🍅
People ask me about tomatoes all the time —because let’s be honest, I’m particular about my tomatoes. And for good reason! The right seeds make all the difference.
If you’re thinking about growing your own tomatoes this year (maybe for food security, maybe just because homegrown tomatoes are superior), here are some amazing Canadian seed houses you might not know about! 🌱👇
🔥 Where we get our tomato seeds & why we love them:
🌿 @good_earth_farms_seeds If you’re in the Comox Valley, start here! Their seeds are climatized for this area, unique and the germination rate is fantastic. Plus Heather and Simon are awesome humans
🌿 @ttseeds_can – A great mix of unique varieties and classic Canadian staples. Always worth a look!
🌿 @northernseeds.ca Been buying from them for two seasons now, and I love their solid germination rates, solid varieties. Plus, fast shipping!
🌿 rainbowseeds.ca – So many varieties, so much quirky goodness. You’ll need patience to browse, but let’s be real… what tomato grower doesn’t love getting lost in a seed catalogue?
🌿 @annapolis_seeds – Originally, I went to them for peppers, but they’ve got some really fun tomatoes too! Another one with great germination rates (because we all know that matters)
💬 Tell me—what tomatoes are you growing this year? Are you a die-hard brandywine fan? Chasing the perfect cherry tomato? Let’s talk tomato love in the comments! Any secrets you wanna share?? 🍅❤️
And of course, we will be here with seedlings in late April - June if you decide you would rather have us babysit your plants! 🪴
#TomatoSeason #GrowYourOwn #SeedStarting #CanadianSeeds #GardenPlanning #HomegrownTomatoes #FarmLife #TariffGarden
Farm life is exhausting… just ask Minnow! 😴🐾
We’re not the only ones feeling the burn after a sunny day of farm work—getting back into farm shape is tough for all of us! 💪🌱
Minnow’s approach? Work hard, snooze harder. 🐶💤
Anyone else feeling that spring garden soreness? Drop a 💤 in the comments if you can relate!
#FarmDogLife #SpringTraining #MinnowTheMVP #FarmLife #garden #spring
Farm life is exhausting… just ask Minnow! 😴🐾
We’re not the only ones feeling the burn after a sunny day of farm work—getting back into farm shape is tough for all of us! 💪🌱
Minnow’s approach? Work hard, snooze harder. 🐶💤
Anyone else feeling that spring garden soreness? Drop a 💤 in the comments if you can relate!
#FarmDogLife #SpringTraining #MinnowTheMVP #FarmLife #garden #spring
Spicing things up—hot peppers are on deck! 🌶️🔥 Only 7-8 more trays to go!
Seed starting is our gentle stretch before the full sprint of the season begins. Around here, we’re not just growing for our own fields—we’re growing for you too!
Our Plant Sale is one of our favorite times of the year, when we get to connect with fellow plant lovers who share our passion for growing. 🌱✨
🌿 Presales will be live mid-March—keep an eye out for our catalogues! And yes, our concierge service is back to help you find the perfect plants.
What’s on your planting wishlist this year? 👇💬
#PlantSale #SeedStarting #HotPeppers #FarmLife #GrowYourOwn #SpringIsComing #canadian #tariffs @johnnys_seeds @ttseeds_can @annapolis_seeds @williamdamseeds
Spicing things up—hot peppers are on deck! 🌶️🔥 Only 7-8 more trays to go!
Seed starting is our gentle stretch before the full sprint of the season begins. Around here, we’re not just growing for our own fields—we’re growing for you too!
Our Plant Sale is one of our favorite times of the year, when we get to connect with fellow plant lovers who share our passion for growing. 🌱✨
🌿 Presales will be live mid-March—keep an eye out for our catalogues! And yes, our concierge service is back to help you find the perfect plants.
What’s on your planting wishlist this year? 👇💬
#PlantSale #SeedStarting #HotPeppers #FarmLife #GrowYourOwn #SpringIsComing #canadian #tariffs @johnnys_seeds @ttseeds_can @annapolis_seeds @williamdamseeds
Eating in season has its rhythms—those little moments of joy we look forward to every year. For me, it’s breaking into my stash of frozen blueberries from summer, picked up from our friends @ravensmooncraftcider (damn, they grow great berries).
Topped with raspberry jam from our own raspberries and a bit of yogurt for a zippy punch.
Winter meets summertime. #eatlocal #nothingnew #truckfump
Eating in season has its rhythms—those little moments of joy we look forward to every year. For me, it’s breaking into my stash of frozen blueberries from summer, picked up from our friends @ravensmooncraftcider (damn, they grow great berries).
Topped with raspberry jam from our own raspberries and a bit of yogurt for a zippy punch.
Winter meets summertime. #eatlocal #nothingnew #truckfump
