Local Bounti opens new high-tech controlled environment agriculture facility in Pasco, Washington

U.S. indoor agriculture company Local Bounti has opened a new controlled environment agriculture facility in Pasco, Washington.

"We are proud to officially be able to call Pasco home with the opening of this latest facility, which enhances our rapidly growing distribution footprint across the US. Our state-of-the-art CEA facility, which is underpinned by our innovative and patented Stack & Flow Technology, enables us to support existing customer demand in Washington, Oregon and adjacent markets in the Pacific Northwest," said Local Bounti CEO Craig Hurlbert. "We are excited about the opportunities this facility creates, not only for our company but also for the local economy and the environment. Our pledge to sustainability and community engagement remains unwavering, and we look forward to contributing positively to Pasco and the broader Pacific Northwest region."

The facility is expected to create more than 40 jobs throughout Tri-Cities region and will focus on growing and selling Local Bounti's greenhouse fresh line of packaged leafy greens. Varieties include spring mix, butter lettuce, romaine crisp, green leaf and additional blends.

"Pasco extends a warm welcome to Local Bounti in our community and the Tri-Cities region. Their dedication to integrating into the community, creating jobs and prioritizing sustainable practices represents a substantial investment in Pasco's future," said City of Pasco Community & Economic Development Director Jacob Gonzalez. "We are eager to collaborate with Local Bounti as they contribute to our city's growth and diversity of economic opportunities."

The Washington facility spans three acres and was seeded in January 2024. In April, the facility completed the Food Safety certification, which came in with a score of 100%, and began shipping to its first national retail customer's northwest division.

The addition of the new facility fortifies Local Bounti's distribution to directly service local retail distribution centers within the Pacific Northwest region and provide additional capacity to meet existing demand from the company's direct relationships with blue-chip retail customers.

Local Bounti's patented Stack & Flow Technology blends the advantages of vertical and greenhouse cultivation and improves crop turns, increases output and improves unit economics. The company operates advanced indoor growing facilities across the U.S. and services about 13,000 retail doors.

The company said its Washington facility reports higher yields while utilizing less water, land and pesticides compared to traditional farming methods. According to the company, Local Bounti's sustainable growing methods use 90% less land and 90% less water than conventional farming methods.