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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk Farm Walk: Agritourism Series – Value-Added Products & On-Farm Experiences
DESCRIPTION:WSU Regional Small Farms will be hosting a special series of educational Dirt Talk Farm Walks in 2025 throughout Kitsap County in conjunction with the Kitsap Agritourism Coalition farms. This group of dedicated farmers will be sharing their unique experiences and expertise around integrating agritourism as part of your farm business. \n  \nJoin WSU Regional Small Farms for our next Dirt Talk Farm Walk education experience at Bluetree Farm & Forest on Bainbridge Island! This is a unique opportunity for existing farmers to explore a thriving small acreage lavender farm and learn about the innovative ways to enhance your farm’s appeal and profitability through agritourism. \nEvent Highlights:\n\nLavender Farm Tour: Enjoy a guided walk through their picturesque lavender and learn about the cultivation and care of this versatile plant.\nValue-Added Products: Discover the range of lavender products the farm creates and sells and gain insights into how value-added products can boost your farm’s revenue.\nOn-Farm Opportunities: Learn about other various on-farm experiences this small farm offers\, including their native food forest walk and popular farm-to-table dinners that showcase the farm’s own products.\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nGain practical knowledge from experienced agritourism professionals.\nNetwork with fellow farm owners around agritourism.\nTake home actionable strategies to implement on your own farm.\n\nRegistration\nDate: In Person! June 4th\, 2025\nTime: 1pm – 3pm\nLocation: Bluetree Farm and Forest\, Bainbridge Island\, WA – Address will be provided at registration.\nAudience: Farmers interested in agritourism either as a beginning venture or expanding their current agritourism offerings. \nRegistration Link: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6653017 \n  \nPlease only register for the farm walk if you plan to attend as there is limited space for this event. If you register and are unable to come\, we kindly ask that you inform us at least 48 hours before the event so that we may open up registration to other interested farmers. \nIf you go to register and there are no spaces available\, please email jess.sappington@wsu.edu to be put on our cancellation list.\nDon’t miss this chance to check-in with a fellow farmer on what has worked at their farm and elevate your farm’s agritourism potential. Space for this farm walk is limited. Register today to reserve your spot! \nWSU 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. \n  \nLanguage Interpretation Opportunity: WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program has acquired portable language interpretation equipment to increase more meaningful access to educational opportunities. We currently offer live Spanish interpretation when available. Persons who need Spanish translation services at our events\, please contact your local Extension office at least two weeks in advance of the event. Contact Kellie Henwood\, kellie.henwood@wsu.edu or call (360) 379-5610 ext. 201. \nEl Programa Regional de Pequeñas Granjas de Extensión de WSU tiene equipos portátiles de interpretación para facilitar el acceso a oportunidades educativas. Ofrecemos interpretación al español en vivo cuando esta disponible. Si necesita servicios de interpretación al español durante nuestros eventos\, comuníquese con su oficina local de Extensión con al menos dos semanas de anticipación. Contacte a Kellie Henwood\, escriba a kellie.henwood@wsu.edu o llame al (360) 379-5610\, ext. 201. \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/dirt-talk-farm-walk-agritourism-series-value-added-products-on-farm-experiences/
CATEGORIES:FSP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T043558
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SUMMARY:Processing of Acidified Foods – Jams\, Jellies\, Pickles\, BBQ and Hot Sauces
DESCRIPTION:For farms and food business developing value-added products – this training is a must!\nAgenda: \n\nWhat is an Acid/Acidified Foods?\nMicrobiological hazards associated with acidified canned foods\nImportance of pH and water activity\npH of common fruits and vegetables\nPrinciples of processing of acidified foods\nApplicable food safety regulations\nBasic aspects of labeling\nHow to complete FDA process filings?\n\nTraining runs from 9 am to 4 pm. \nThe training is subsidized through WSDA-SCBG #12 (2022-2025) titled “Educational Tools for the Small and Very Small Value-Added Specialty Crop Growers and Food Processors”. \nTrainer: Dr. Girish Ganjyal\, WSU Extension Food Processing Specialist \nPhoto credit: WSU Insider
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/processing-of-acidified-foods-jams-jellies-pickles-bbq-and-hot-sauces/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T190000
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SUMMARY:Garlic & Onion Diseases and Integrated Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our next online educational event. WSU Extension Vegetable Pathologist Dr. Lindsey DuToit will join Laurel Moulton and the WSU Regional Small Farms Team on April 22nd to present a webinar about onion diseases that are becoming more widespread in western Washington. She will focus on identification and integrated pest management strategies for downy mildew\, white rot\, and end-of-season curing for management of bulb rots in garlic and onions. \nDr. DuToit is the Chair of the WSU Department of Plant Pathology\, and Alfred Christianson Distinguished Professor of Vegetable Seed Pathology. Her research and extension program has focused on the epidemiology and management of diseases affecting vegetable seed crops in the Pacific Northwest\, particularly small-seeded vegetables such as alliums for more than 20 years. \n  \nRegistration Details \nDate: April 22\, 6 p.m. 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Online event!\nAudience: Farmers\, homesteaders and Producers\nRegistration link: You must register to receive the Zoom link for the class. REGISTER NOW! \n  \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Laurel Moulton (laurel.moulton@wsu.edu / 360-565-2679) at least two weeks prior to the event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/garlic-onion-diseases-and-integrated-pest-management/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T190000
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk: Cucumber Beetles
DESCRIPTION:Join the WSU Regional Small Farms Team for a presentation and discussion about cucumber beetles and the Integrated Pest Management strategies for managing them. Both striped and spotted cucumber beetles are difficult to manage and have become more frequent and impactful pests in crops such as squash\, cucumbers\, dahlias and others in western Washington. \nWebinar Highlights: \n– Lifecycle and Identification: Understand the biology and identification of these pests. \n– Management Recommendations: Learn research-based strategies for effective pest control. \n– Farmer Insights: Hear from local farmers\, Brian MacWorter of Butler Green Farms and Teddy Krause from the Kitsap Conservation Districts GRACE Garden\, about practical tools and techniques they have found useful. \nInteractive Discussion: Engage in a dynamic discussion and share your experiences with fellow farmers. Your participation is highly encouraged to foster a collaborative learning environment. \nRegistration Details \nDate: April 17\, 6 p.m. 7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Online event!\nAudience: Farmers and Producers\nRegistration link: You must register to receive the Zoom link for the class. REGISTER NOW! \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Laurel Moulton (laurel.moulton@wsu.edu / 360-565-2679) at least two weeks prior to the event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/dirt-talk-cucumber-beetles/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T043558
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SUMMARY:Farm Human Resources and Employee Management: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Practical strategies for hiring\, managing\, and supporting farm employees\nThis webinar is ideal for farmers\, farm managers\, and anyone responsible for building and leading a farm crew\, particularly for those at the beginning of hiring and managing crew (3-5 years or under).   \nRunning a successful farm business means growing more than crops.  It means growing a strong\, motivated team.  Join North Olympic Development Council and WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program for “Labor on the Farm“ with Emily Asmus of Welcome Table Farm and Seth Hunt from the North Olympic Development Council (NODC) as Part One of a two-part series on farm employee management. The experienced guest speakers will dig into practical strategies for hiring\, managing\, and supporting farm employees. Participants will: \n\nLearn how to write compelling job descriptions. \n\n\nRecruit the right employees and build a positive\, productive workplace culture. \n\n\nParticipate in an interactive breakout session to share real-world challenges and successes around hiring\, firing\, and retaining employees. \n\n\nLearn how to turn past management struggles into tools for better leadership and a stronger farm team. \n\nGuest speakers include Emily Asmus of Welcome Table Farm from Walla Walla\, WA and Seth Hunt from North Olympic Development Council from Clallam and Jefferson County.   \nPre-registration is required to receive a Zoom link. Register Now! \n  \nThis program is funded in part by an award from USDA Rural Developments Rural Business Development Grant program. USDA is an equal opportunity provider\, employer\, and lender.   \n 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 Kellie Henwood (121 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock WA / kellie.henwood@wsu.edu / 360-379-5610 ext. 201) at least two weeks prior to the event.   \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/farm-human-resources-and-employee-management-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240811T160000
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SUMMARY:The 2nd Annual Kitsap Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:[row][column][textblock] \nGO TO THE PAGE NOW!\nThe 2nd Annual Kitsap Farm Tour will be Sunday\, August 11th\, 2024 from 10am – 4pm! This is an opportunity for the public to visit multiple farms across Kitsap in a one-day\, self-guided tour.  We have 11 farms taking part this year from all across Kitsap. The tour is an initiative of the Kitsap Agritourism Coalition\, a group of dedicated farmers working together to promote agritourism in Kitsap County. The event is supported by WSU Kitsap Extension\, Visit Kitsap Peninsula\, and the Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance (KCAA). \nInterested in keeping up to date without having to visit the webpage? Give the Kitsap Farm Tour Facebook Page a like and get all updates directly to your social feed. \nThe event is FREE to the public with a suggested donation of $10 per family/car. All donations go directly towards helping the Kitsap Agritourism Coalition of farmers continue to grow and improve the event for future years. \nWant to be a volunteer for this years tour? We have welcome booth shifts that we would love to have help with. If interested\, Please fill out our 2024 Volunteer Sign Up Form at the link above and one of our farmers will reach out to you to confirm your interest! \nSupporting local farmers means more than just fresh produce; it’s about sustaining livelihoods\, preserving farmland\, and reducing our carbon footprint. By choosing local\, we’re investing in our community’s future and promoting a more resilient food system. Let’s stand together in support of our local farmers!  \nWant to make a donation ahead of the farm tour date? You can do so by visiting the link above. There will also be opportunities to donate the day of the event at all host sites on the tour. Just look for the Farm Tour Welcome Booths to make your donation and support this great event![/textblock][/column][/row]
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/2nd-annual-kitsap-farm-tour/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240618T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T043558
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SUMMARY:NRCS Program Assistance & Support for Small Farms
DESCRIPTION:[row][column][textblock] Join WSU Regional Small Farms and local NRCS staff for a deep dive into Natural Resources Conservation Service assistance and support opportunities for small scale and urban growers. \nThis session will include a presentation from NRCS staff on all the programs and services NRCS can provide to small farms. There will be time for Q&A with local planners about programming and services and how to access them to discuss your farm’s goals and challenges. \nPresenters:\nRebecca Anderson Bellanca NRCS Small Farms and Urban Agriculture Specialist\nSean McDonagh NRCS Resource Conservationist (Kitsap\, Mason)\nSam Skinner NRCS Soil Conservationist (Kitsap\, Mason) \n  \nDate: June 18th\, 2024 from 6pm – 7:30pm \nLocation: Online via Zoom \nAudience: Farmers \nRegistration: You must register to receive the Zoom link! \n \n  \nWSU 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 Clare Menard (345 6th St. Suite 550\, Bremerton WA / clare.menard@wsu.edu / 360- 228-7308) at least two weeks prior to the event. [/textblock][/column][/row]
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/nrcs-program-assistance-support-small-farms/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240604T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T043558
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SUMMARY:On Farm Composting: Part 2 Farm Walk
DESCRIPTION:[row][column][textblock] Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our next Dirt Talk event series all about on-farm composting. This is a two-part series for farmers who want to learn more about building\, managing\, and making high quality compost for use on your farm. Please see details below for Part 2 which is an in-person farm walk. \n—– \nOn-Farm Composting Part 2 – Farm Walk\nDate: June 4th\, 2024\, from 2pm – 4pm\nLocation: South Kitsap – Address will be given at time of registration\nAudience: Farmers \nThis second class will be in-person at Rokalu Farms in South Kitsap. Bob Gilby\, owner of Rokalu Farm\, will be going over composting practices implemented on his farm and discussing:\n– Troubleshooting common compost pile problems\n– Infrastructure needed\n– The farms composting methods (what kind of piles/systems do they make? How much compost is produced?)\n– How they utilize compost on-farm\n– Q&A with Bob and Farmer Networking \nRegistration:\nPlease only register for the farm walk portion of the series if you plan to attend as there is limited space for this event. If you register and are unable to come\, we kindly ask that you inform us at least 48 hours before the event so that we may open up registration to other interested farmers.\nIf you go to register and there are no spaces available\, please email jess.sappington@wsu.edu to be put on our cancellation list. \n  \n \n  \nPlease note – If you want to register for both classes in this series: you must select the date of the first class on Brown Paper Ticket registration\, add to cart\, and then click “continue shopping”. Go back to the registration and select the second date of the class and add that one to the cart. Finally\, click “Check out” and you should see registrations for both dates in your cart. For questions please email jess.sappington@wsu.edu \n \nAbout the Presenters: \nKellie Henwood with the WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program is a certified compost facility operator with the Washington Organic Recycling Council and small farms educator. \nBob Gilby is the owner of Rokalu Farm in South Kitsap and is a certified compost facility operator with the Washington Organic Recycling Council. \n\n WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Kellie Henwood (121 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock WA / kellie.henwood@wsu.edu / 360-379-5610 ext. 201) at least two weeks prior to the event.[/textblock][/column][/row]
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/farm-composting-part-2-farm-walk/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T043558
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SUMMARY:On Farm Composting: Part 1 Online Class
DESCRIPTION:[row][column][textblock] Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our next Dirt Talk event series all about on-farm composting. This is a two-part series for farmers who want to learn more about building\, managing\, and making high quality compost for use on your farm. Please see details below for Part 1 which is a virtual class. Part 2 will be an in person farm walk. You can register for one or both classes through the same Brown Paper Ticket registration link or go here for full class info. \n——- \nOn-Farm Composting: Part 1 – Online Class\nDate: May 21st\, 2024\, from 6pm 7:30pm \nWhere: Online Via Zoom (you must register to get Zoom link!) \nAudience: Farmers \nThis first class will be online with Kellie Henwood\, WSU Regional Small Farms Coordinator who will be joined by Bob Gilby of Rokalu Farms. They will be delivering the following topics along with Q&A time for local farmers at the end: \n\n Introducing the compost process what is happening and why?\nCalculating C:N ratios and overview types of compost systems (windrows\, static piles\, aeration\, enclosed systems)\nManagement of composting to reduce pathogens and risk\, along with Food Safety considerations (Organic Certification\, food and produce safety requirements)\nOverview of a local on-farm compost system\nTroubleshooting common compost pile problems.\nFarmer Q&A\n\nRegistration: Please note that you must register to get the Zoom link for this class.  \nIf you want to register for both classes in this series: you must select the date of the first class on Brown Paper Ticket registration\, add to cart\, and then click “continue shopping”. Go back to the registration and select the second date of the class and add that one to the cart. Finally\, click “Check out” and you should see registrations for both dates in your cart. For questions please email jess.sappington@wsu.edu \n \n \n  \nAbout the Presenters: \nKellie Henwood with the WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program is a certified compost facility operator with the Washington Organic Recycling Council and small farms educator. \nBob Gilby is the owner of Rokalu Farm in South Kitsap and is a certified compost facility operator with the Washington Organic Recycling Council. \n\nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodation will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Kellie Henwood (121 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock WA / kellie.henwood@wsu.edu / 360-379-5610 ext. 201) at least two weeks prior to the event. [/textblock][/column][/row]
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/farm-composting-part-1-online-class/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240520T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T043558
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SUMMARY:Planning for an Early Cut Flower Season\, Season Extension and Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:[row][column][textblock] Join Regional Small Farms as we dive into cut flowers with Stacy Marshall of Petal & Pitchfork Farm in Poulsbo\, WA. Combining an interactive presentation with a walk-through of the annual and perennial fields and tunnels\, we will talk through tunnel growing\, planning in late summer and early fall for a robust spring cut flower season and the benefits of plugs and perennials. A thread throughout this session will be the issue of climate change and how growers can best mitigate issues of unseasonably cool and wet temperatures\, field flooding and unpredictability in germination and maturation times. \nThis event is geared towards commercial cut flower growers who have at least 2-3 years of experience planning\, growing\, harvesting and selling. This foundation will make the concepts and discussions more accessible for individuals and the group. \nDiscussion will be focused on: \n\nUse of high and modified low tunnels for season extension and cool springs\nCold hardy annuals and perennials for a robust spring season\nPerennials for cutting and climate resiliency\nGermination vs. plugs\nWorking with climate change variables\n\nRegistration Details \nDate: May 20th\, 2024 @ 1pm – 4pm (in-person event!) \nLocation: Address will be provided to registered attendees \nAudience: Commercial cut flower growers with 2 – 3 years of experience growing\, harvesting and selling. \nRegistration link: \n \nPlease only register for the farm walk if you plan to attend as there is limited space for this event. If you register and are unable to come\, we kindly ask that you inform us at least 48 hours before the event so that we may open up registration to other interested farmers. \nIf you go to register and there are no spaces available\, please email jess.sappington@wsu.edu to be put on our cancellation list. \nPetal & Pitchfork Farm Bio: \nStacy has been passionate about native plants and plant cultivation for nearly three decades. She was a hobby grower at her home gardens throughout Kitsap County since 2000 before becoming a commercial cut flower grower in 2017 after she and her family moved to fifteen historic agricultural acres outside of Poulsbo and she became a graduate of the Floret Cut Flower Grower course. She currently grows on 3/4 of an acre which includes several fields and high tunnels and sells her flowers at retail through wedding and special order design work as well as at wholesale to local designers. Her family farm\, Petal & Pitchfork\, is managed and worked by herself\, her husband and their fifteen-year-old son. \nWSU 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.[/textblock][/column][/row]
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/planning-early-cut-flower-season-season-extension-climate-change/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T043558
CREATED:20240513T183839Z
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SUMMARY:Chicken Keeping 101
DESCRIPTION:[row][column][textblock]Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our next online virtual educational offering all about Chickens! \nAcross Kitsap\, Jefferson and Clallam counties\, ranging from residents with small backyards to those managing large acreage\, raise chickens. This class is for those new to caring for poultry and for those who would like a refresher. The focus will be on how to start a flock\, how to keep your chickens healthy\, common mistakes and misconceptions in poultry care\, and connecting folks with resources to further build their knowledge. \nThis class is open to farmers and homesteaders across the region and further afield. It’s for both homesteaders and small farmers new to chickens. The class is also suitable for those seeking ways to better care for an already established flock. We will be joined by guest speaker Lisa Van Horn\, who will be sharing her years of knowledge as a poultry breeder and caretaker. \n  \nRegistration Details \nDate: May 14th\, 2024 from 6pm – 7pm (may go until 7:30pm for Q&A session) \nLocation: Online via Zoom (you must register to receive the Zoom link!) \nAudience: New & Beginning Farmers\, Homesteaders \nRegistration Link: \n \n  \nWSU 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 CLARE MENARD (345 6th St. Suite 550\, Bremerton WA / 360-228-7308 / clare.menard@wsu.edu) at least one week prior to the event.[/textblock][/column][/row]
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/chicken-keeping-101/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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SUMMARY:Open Office Hours WSDA Local Food System Infrastructure Grant
DESCRIPTION:[row][column][textblock] Join WSU Regional Small Farms and the Kitsap Conservation District for our virtual open office hours discussing the Spring 2024 WSDA Local Food Systems Infrastructure Grant. This is a time for farmers to get questions answered from local resource representatives and former grant reviewers. \nThe Local Food System Infrastructure Grant program supports local food supply chains and market access for farms\, ranches\, food processors\, and food distributors. The intention is to fund projects that expand and strengthen collaboration across linkages in the regional food supply chain. \nThis virtual offering will include overview and discussion of the following topics: \n\nBrief overview of grant\, including allowable costs and ineligible costs\nMaking your application shine: tips to make your grant stand out\nNew and beginning farmer focus: What infrastructure is most needed (pack shed\, walk in or coolbot\, field transportation/processing\, etc)\nThinking ahead to next year’s opportunities\nQ&A with local agriculture resource representatives and former grant reviewers.\n\nIn addition to this local opportunity\, the WSDA has scheduled helpful applicant workshops and provides information and assistance via their grants webpage. \nWhen: April 10th\, 2024 @ 7pm\nWhere: Virtual\nAudience: Farmers and Food Producers\nRegistration: This is an online event. You must register to receive the Zoom link! \n \n  \nWSU 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.[/textblock][/column][/row]
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/kitsap/event/open-office-hours-wsda-local-food-system-infrastructure-grant/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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