WSU Regional Small Farms – Sweetpotato Research Field Assistant
Summary of Duties:
The WSU Regional Small Farms program supports a thriving food and farm sector in Clallam, Jefferson and Kitsap Counties through classes and workshops, farmer-to-farmer networking, technical support and access to WSU specialists, access to local markets and regional food systems work, and applied and on-farm research and policy development.
The Regional Small Farms Program supports small to mid-sized farms by leveraging the broad resources of a major university to resolve issues and create a positive food future for our region.
The sweet potato research field assistant will be a member of the WSU regional Small Farms team and is primarily responsible for collecting data and maintaining equipment and research plots on farms in Clallam, Jefferson and Kitsap Counties under the supervision of the Horticulture/ IPM Specialist. The field assistant may assist with related activities such as field days and on-farm workshops.
– Posted here March 1, 2024