The Wonderful World of Galls ~ Christine Heycke
ZoomChristine Heycke will present a talk on Thursday , November 12 at 3:00pm titled "The Wonderful World of Galls”. You may have seen strange lumps or bumps on leaves or branches and wondered what they were. Or maybe you knew they were galls but didn’t know how they were formed. Plants produce galls in response […]
Webinar: Pollinator Conservation in Agricultural Landscapes ~ Presented in Partnership with Kitsap & Jefferson County Conservation Districts
Webinar: Pollinator Conservation in Agricultural Landscapes ~ Presented in Partnership with Kitsap & Jefferson County Conservation Districts Xerces Society Friday, November 13th, 2020 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM PST Advanced Registration necessary http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehbyd2dqec8bebdc&llr=tnjebhdab&showPage=true This 90 minute webinar will focus on concepts around protecting and enhancing populations of pollinators, especially bees, in agricultural landscapes. The course will provide […]
Forest Stewardship ~ Matt Provencher
ZoomMatt Provencher is the Western Washington Stewardship Forester for the Washington State Department of Natural Resources. During his presentation, learn what is Forest Stewardship. Should we actively manage our forest […]
Cultivating Success Agricultural Entrepreneurship & Farm Business Planning
The WSU Regional Small Farms program will be offering Agricultural Entrepreneurship, a 9-week in-depth business planning course for farmers in Clallam, Jefferson, and Kitsap counties. The course features a full line-up of local guest speakers including bankers, business professionals, and successful farm owners with a special emphasis on the financial and legal issues unique to […]
Growing Tomatoes on the Olympic Peninsula
ZoomGrowing Tomatoes in the Pacific Northwest Dick Schneider founded RainCoast Farms, a non-commercial experimental farm 15 years ago, where he has evaluated hundreds of tomatoes varieties. He has selected about […]
USDA Grant Programs – Infosession and Farmer Q&A
USDA Grant Programs can be very useful for farms, yet the application process and knowing when the right time to apply can be daunting. Join the North Olympic Development Council and WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program as we lead a discussion about upcoming USDA Grant Program applications and how each program may work for […]
2021 Community Seed Project
*The WSU Seed Library is offering a Lunch and Learn Thursday, March 4 from 12:30-1:30 via zoom to introduce our Community Seed Project and teach about preserving the genetic diversity in our local seed varieties* With the seed vendors scrambling again this year to provide enough seeds for your garden the WSU Seed Library […]
Growing Blueberries on the Olympic Peninsula ~ Janet Aubin (FinnRiver)
ZoomJanet Albin is the co-operator of Finnriver Farms Home Farm, a 33-acre organic farm on Chimacum Creek. For the last decade she has endeavored to produce food and minimize harm to the planet. Janet’s favorite crop is blueberries. Finnriver grows 13 varieties. In this talk Janet will discuss blueberry physiology, variety and site selection, nutrient […]
Espalier Fruit Trees ~ Doug Van Allen
ZoomJefferson County Master Gardener Doug Van Allen’s “Espalier” presentation will begin with a brief introduction to espalier fruit trees including reasons to consider culturing espalier trees (or not...), the various types of espalier forms and what trees do best with the practice. Additionally, some practical considerations will be covered along with some useful reference resources […]
Jefferson-Kitsap Beach Naturalists Training
ZoomThe Beach Naturalist training is designed for anyone who is interested in beaches, marine life, and becoming better stewards. This year, Jefferson WSU is partnering with Kitsap WSU and WA Sea Grant to offer the training via Zoom - join us for online lectures from regional experts, small group discussions, and virtual beach explorations! Register online: https://2021_kitsap-jefferson_beachnaturalists.eventbrite.com
“Live” Plant Clinics via Zoom!
ZoomJoin Master Gardeners for a Live Plant Clinic Session! We will attend to the questions as they come into the Plant Clinic Zoom. Please be aware that some Plant Clinic consultations may require additional research after the Zoom. If you'd like to submit a question via our online plant clinic form, please go here: https://extension.wsu.edu/jefferson/gardening-2/plant-clinic/
Master Gardener Plant Sale ~ Online
The 2021 JCMGF Plant Sale is ONLINE! Order Online : April 26th - May 6th, 2021 https://jcmgf.square.site Jefferson County Master Gardeners are offering an on-line only plant sale this year starting April 26th - May 6th, 2021. Plant pick-ups will occur on May 15th! There are approximately 8,000 plants available including small trees, shrubs, perennials, annuals, ground covers, […]