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NRCS Opportunities & Programs for Farmers
January 10, 2023, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our latest online Dirt Talk event to learn about local financial assistance programs that can be used to increase on-farm production.
We will be joined by Sean McDonagh and Frank Curtin, Resource Conservationists with the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. They will be sharing with us information on how they help Farmers and Forestland owners throughout the Puget Sound region to install voluntary conservation practices. Topics include:
- Season extension through the use of seasonal high tunnels
- Cover cropping
- Pollinator and wildlife plantings
- rotational grazing plans
- Irrigation efficiencies
and much more!
When: January 10th @ 5pm – 6pm
Where: Online
Audience: Farmers and Producers
Registration: This is a free online event but you must register to receive Zoom link
What is Dirt Talk?
Dirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer or specialist willing to share their expertise in a given topic. Events are held in a supportive yet informal atmosphere, that allows participants to share, exchange perspectives, and learn from each other without pressure.
Events are open to all new and current farmers!
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WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Jess Sappington (345 6th St. Suite 550, Bremerton WA / jess.sappington@wsu.edu / 360- 228-7308) at least two weeks prior to the event.