During the third week in August, Essex had the pleasure of co-hosting the Chemical Sources Association’s (CSA) first ever field trip to a “Source”. Over a period of three days, CSA colleagues visited mint farms and dealers located in the Pacific Northwest, including Essex Labs, and learned first-hand the history about mint cultivation in the area, including unique cultivation practices, distillation nuances, and the roles of mint growers and dealers towards offering the highest quality mint oils to our downstream users.  It wasn’t all work, however, as the group made a whirlwind tour of Mt. St. Helens, giving everyone a reminder of the unbridled power and wondrous beauty nature has on display in this region.

~J. Judd

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