About Us / Bright Ide Acres History:

Andrew and Micha Ide are a couple of Southern California transplants who have fallen in love with farming in the beautiful Snohomish River Valley in western Washington state. Located just 40 miles Northeast of Seattle, Snohomish is a tranquil community with healthy, robust soils and picturesque views of the Cascade Mountains.

As both animal lovers and meat lovers we decided to raise animals with compassionate care so we could enjoy the finest quality meat without guilt.

Too often the meat found in the grocery stores comes from animals who weren’t allowed to live natural lives. In addition to the ethical issues raised, the meat from such animals is less nutritious and flavorful than it should be. We are dedicated to providing our animals with the best care possible, and all are rotated onto fresh pasture or in wooded lots.

The goats browse our prolific blackberry bushes, the pigs root up grubs, grass, and roots, and the poultry scratch and peck at fresh greens and protein-dense insects. The meat and eggs harvested from such creatures far surpasses what is commercially available, and we encourage our friends and neighbors to give it a try. We also welcome all who are interested to schedule a visit to the farm to see firsthand how our animals are raised. We are proud of our high standards, and we think you will be too.