Pioneer Potatoes is a fifth generation family farm whose eye on the
present and firm grasp of the past allows it to produce a truly unique
product.
In the late 1800's, the Thulen family immigrated from Sweden in search of the perfect place to raise their family and continue farming in America. They settled in the Skagit Valley in Washington State, recognizing the mild climate and the fertile soil as an ideal combination to continue farming successfully. The Skagit River ensured water for the land and a mode to ship produce to market by barge. Five generations later, Pioneer Potatoes continues to farm with that same vision and stewardship. John Thulen's firm grasp of his past and eye on the future allows Pioneer Potatoes to produce a truly unique product.
John & Sofie Thulen
Immigrants from Sweden to Skagit Valley.
Alvin & Margaret Thulen
(Married in 1936)
Gail & Colleen Thulen
begin farming.
John & Debbie Thulen
graduate from college.
1st Heir
is born.
Jacob & Barbara Peth
become settlers in Wisconsin during its pioneer days from Switzerland/Germany.
John Jacob &
Mary Jane Peth
begin farming in Skagit Valley.
Archie & Anna Peth
begin farming.
First Potato Shed
in the valley opens for shipments by paddle wheelers to Seattle & Bellingham.
