The family-owned farm behind everyone’s favorite decorative painted pumpkins
Growing pumpkins with personality
since 1999
Today, Bay Baby Produce spans 800 acres in Mount Vernon, Washington’s Skagit Valley, ships nationwide to major retailers, and continues to set the standard for innovation in ornamental produce. Every painted pumpkin, expertly harvested squash, and cross-country shipment reflects our commitment to quality, creativity, and sustainable farming in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.
A Family Farm, Through and Through
More than 25 years after our founding, Bay Baby Produce is led by Michele Youngquist and her son Nate, who joined as partner in 2022 to continue the family business. With Nate’s farming expertise and Michele’s creative vision, we’ve grown into a 800-acre farming operation. But we’ve never lost sight of what makes us special: quality, craftsmanship, and a commitment to doing right by the land and our community.
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Michele Youngquist
PRESIDENT / FOUNDER
Michele has been a leader in the produce industry since 1999, creating the nationally recognized Pumpkin Patch Pals® line. Her products are top-performers for major U.S. retailers, boasting twice the retail velocity of any other pumpkin on the market. From her company’s 54,000-square-foot production hub in Washington’s Skagit Valley, Michele leads Bay Baby Produce with a focus on sustainability.
A proud grandmother of seven, Michele’s mission is to spread "pumpkin joy" through constant innovation. -
Nate Youngquist
VICE PRESIDENT / PARTNER
Nate is a fifth-generation farmer with over 20 years of experience. He manages approximately 800 acres at Bay Baby Produce, and has helped grow the family-owned company into a national leader in organic winter squash and its signature Pumpkin Patch Pals® line.His approach to sustainable organic farming practices balances high-volume production with long-term stewardship, earning him recognition as a National Outstanding Young Farmer in 2016. For Nate, farming isn't just a job; it’s a heritage rooted in a family legacy dating back to the late 1800s.
Nate is passionate about passing down his love of agriculture and the outdoors to the next generation — whether in the field, on the water, or exploring the Pacific Northwest with his wife Brooke, and two children.
What sets us apart:
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Trademarked designs you can’t get anywhere else.
Our Pumpkin Patch Pals aren’t just cute — they’re uniquely ours. From our signature feathery hair and festive hats to officially licensed NFL designs, we hold trademarks, trade dress, and copyrights that make our products truly one-of-a-kind.
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Certified sustainable, and ethically farmed.
We’re USDA Organic Certified (WSDA), GAP/GMP/HACCP Certified (Primus), and proud members of the Sustainable Farm Trade Association. Every pumpkin is grown with responsible farming practices, ethical labor standards, and a commitment to stewarding Skagit Valley’s rich agricultural land for future generations.
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Committed to giving back.
We believe in giving back to our communities and making the world better. We give to local, regional, national, and global organizations, including: Food Lifeline, Community Action of Skagit County, Skagit, Whatcom and Island County Schools, Seattle Children’s Hospital Foundation, American Breast Cancer Foundation, and Kiva Micro Loans.
We’re Always Ready to Talk Pumpkins
Have questions about our products, farming practices, or wholesale opportunities? Want to learn more about what makes Bay Baby Produce different? Get in touch!
