Stemilt Growers is a fifth-generation family farming company that cultivates, packs and ships apples, pears and cherries from orchards in central Washington and northern California. Founded by the Mathison family, who planted their first trees on Stemilt Hill in Wenatchee in 1914, the company is now led by President West Mathison. Stemilt controls its entire supply chain'from growing and harvesting to packing and distribution'ensuring consistent quality and food safety. The company is known for proprietary apple varieties such as Rave and Aura and cherry brands like 5 River Islands, Kyle's Pick and A Half Mile Closer to the Moon. Sustainability and community values guide operations, and the workforce expands from 1,600 year-round employees to about 4,000 during cherry season.