Friday, March 11, 2022 CapitalPress.com 5 Coastal Farm & Ranch: Everything a farmer needs By BRENNA WIEGAND For the Capital Press Coastal Farm & Ranch added its 20th location last year in Corvallis, Ore., on the heels of a two-store expansion the year before. “We’re just not slow- ing down,” Brand & Cul- ture Coordinator Meg Walker said. “It was excit- ing to open stores in Mon- roe, Wash., and Salem, Ore., the year before.” This year Coastal Farm and Ranch is a Major Spon- sor of the brand-new Central Oregon Agricultural Show. Coastal’s 20 locations include stores in Redmond, Roseburg, Klamath Falls and White City. Wher- ever they go, Coastal Farm and Ranch always looks for ways to be involved in the community, whether it be 4-H, FFA, local humane societies or other related causes or organizations. “As a longtime sponsor of the Northwest Ag Show, we couldn’t be more excited to step into a sponsorship role at the Central Oregon Ag Show,” Walker said. “This is an excellent opportunity for agriculture in Central Ore- gon and we are excited to showcase a variety of prod- ucts for farm and ranch life.” The atmosphere at a Coastal Farm Store changes with the seasons, mov- ing from lawn, garden and grills into winter fl annels, cozy socks and slippers and stoves. “People are surprised that we have such a fantastic stove department,” Walker said. “We have more than 20 working stoves of all types — wood, gas, pellet, elec- tricity — which surprises some folks. “A lot of people think ‘farm and ranch’ and assume we just sell cattle feed, pan- els and livestock managing equipment,” Walker said. “We’ve got everything from Coastal Farm & Ranch carries a wide range of clothing, from work duds to dressy Western wear. Coastal has grown to 20 locations in Oregon and Washington. work clothes to Western fashion all the way to hunt- ing and fi shing supplies. “We have everything that the people of Central Ore- gon need for ranch life and hard work, as well as all the things they need for outdoor recreation,” she said. “Cen- tral Oregon is an oasis for outdoor activities, and we are thrilled to have a fully stocked sporting goods department to supply our customers with the outdoor equipment they need. “We have realized that many people who live the lifestyle we serve like to relax that way; hunting, fi shing or camping is often what they do to unplug and recharge from their long days of work.” In the last few years, Coastal Farm and Ranch has grown its online presence through its new e-commerce website, CoastalCountry. com. Customers can shop Coastal “Your Way,” which includes in-store, curbside and home delivery. “We are adding new items to our website every day to truly allow our customers to shop in the way that serves them best,” Walker said. “We know life is busy and adding ‘Your Way’ allows us to continue to off er excep- tional customer service to all of our customers. “We’re just really excited to be a part of the ag show in general,” Walker said. “We are really looking forward to showing the Central Oregon attendees the wide variety Coastal has to off er.” THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE RIGHT JOB Build a Risk Management Toolbox That Can do It All At WsR Ranch Protection, we are your one-stop shop for all your insurance needs. Count on us to provide the right tools you will need to properly equip your Risk Management Toolbox • Pasture, Rangeland and Forage (PRF) Lack of Rainfall • Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) for Market Volatility • Livestock Mortality • Grassland Fire Insurance • Life and Health Insurance • Farm and Ranch Policies • Workers Compensation • Whole Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) ConTACT us TodAy! SERVICE IS OUR MAIN PRODUCT wsrins.com | 877-920-8500 — Providing growers with the tools necessary for a healthy crop since 1975 — • Dedicated Organic Services • Tractor Services • Precision Ag • Consulting • Personal Protective Equipment • Field Sprayer • Dry Application • Dry & Liquid Blending • Equipment Sales & Service 22990 Malone Rd Merrill, OR 97633 541.798.5655 basinfertilizer.com Visit us at the ag show in Middle Sister Building Booth#1106 S282665-1 over years EndoRsEd 877-920-8500 wsrins.com CA Lic #0B48084 WSR is an equal opportunity employer. S280624-1