Cliff Sackett
Moroni, UT (USA)
Role(s):
Founder/Owner/Principal
Mountain Valley Pastures
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Location:
Moroni
Industry:
Agriculture
Year Founded:
2018
Number Employees:
1-10 people
Business Stage:
Creation/Idea
Entity Type:
Limited Liability Company
Description:
Chippotle in 2019 lost $575 million due to E. coli and salmonella on their leafy greens to customers.
365 Million people every year can be exposed and can suffer or get sick due to E. coli and salmonella due to poor farming practices in the market place.
The US alone loses several Billion Dollars each year to E. coli and salmonella produce poisoning.
Mountain Valley Pastures farm facility utilizes Aquaponics which enables us to grow quality produce no matter the temperature or outside conditions in a clean environment free of pollutants such as E. coli and salmonella. Our location in the ‘crossroads of the west’ enables us to get fresh, quality produce to market faster and will enable us to expand our market through several states.
Our facility will protect our plants from the elements and enable us to provide perfect growing conditions. Special lighting provides optimum photosynthesis for the plants. The carefully controlled climate keeps the plants at the perfect temperature while the structure protects the plants from unpredictable weather. Even in a drought-stricken environment, watering the plants is no problem as the careful controls enable us to conserve and re-use up to 98% of the water needed for vast amounts of produce. Due to the nutrient rich water, controlled climate, and protection from the structure, our plant growth in .75 (three quarters) of an acre is equal to that of 20.9 acres of traditional farm ground. No Soil is ever used to grow our plants!
Aquaponics creates a micro-environment perfect for raising plants without risk of bacteria poisoning. Our process will be completely Organic and GAP certified. Natural, crisp, and nutritious, our product will raise the bar of excellence and bring back the labels of ‘wholesome’ and ‘healthy’. Our process will enable to us to supply quality products year-round to a market that craves good, fresh options for their families.