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PSA western seed industry outlook spring 2026

West Coast Companies, a veteran, family-owned firm based in Salem, Oregon, has joined the Pacific Seed Association as a new member company. Specializing in industrial and agricultural processing, material handling, packaging, and storage equipment across the Western United States, West Coast Companies delivers end-to-end plant design, installation, and maintenance solutions that help seed and agri-business operations run efficiently, safely, and at full capacity.

GS3 Quality Seed is a second-generation, family-run wholesale cover crop and forage seed company in Monmouth, Oregon, now joining PSA’s membership. Owned by Garth and Suan Mulkey and operated by their daughter, Dayna Paratore, GS3 is known for high-quality products like NitroRadish, KB Supreme and KB Crown annual ryegrass, SuperBee phacelia, and TNT hairy vetch, and for quickly building an online community of more than 150,000 followers through their @GS3seedfarm social media

Hawaii’s agriculture is navigating a future shaped by shifting weather, global instability, invasive pests, and fragile supply chains. This piece explores why expanding local food production, supporting small and mid-sized farms, and investing in resilient practices are essential to strengthen Hawaii’s food security and reduce dependency on imports.