Dirt Talk Farm Walk: Agritourism – Offering Overnight Stays on the Farm
Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our next Dirt Talk farm walk out at Moss & Madder Farm in Olalla, WA. This educational farm walk is tailored for farmers interested in learning how to incorporate overnight stay opportunities into their operations. Gain insights from a successful South Kitsap flower farm that has expanded into agritourism […]
Living on the Land Workshops: Seed Saving 101- Part Two
This class is brought to you by the Organic Seed Alliance in partnership with WSU Regional Small Farms. This part two class will build upon the knowledge shared during the part one class. Date: September 11th Time: 10am-12pm Location: Sequim, WA; exact location provided upon registration Registration link: https://seedsavingparttwo.brownpapertickets.com/ Audience: This class is for anyone […]
Living on the Land Workshops: Seed Saving 101- Part One
This Living on the Land Workshop is brought to you by the Organic Seed Alliance in partnership with WSU Regional Small Farms. Part one of this two-part series will serve as an intro to the practice of seed saving and the various skill sets and knowledge needed to be successful. Date: September 9th Time: 12-2pm […]
3rd Annual Sweetpotato Field Day
WSU Mount Vernon Northwest Research and Education Center 16650 WA-536, Mount Vernon, WA, United StatesJoin WSU Regional Small Farms and WSU NWREC at the 3rd Annual Sweetpotato Field Day! Date: September 5th, 2025, 2pm - 4pm Location: WSU Mount Vernon Northwest Research and Education Center Registration: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6691239 Please register to attend! Visit the sweetpotato fields at the WSU Northwestern Washington Research and Extension Center in Mount Vernon to see […]
Curing Sweetpotatoes
Virtual Zoom Meeting Anywhere you areJoin WSU for an online sweetpotato curing workshop! Curing sweetpotatoes is an essential step after harvesting that heals wounds, enhances flavor, and increases storage life. You will learn the humidity, temperature, and timing recommendations for curing. Farmers and gardeners in Western Washington will share their curing set-ups, along with tips and lessons learned. Information will […]
Living on the Land Workshops: Preserve the Harvest- Intro to Canning
Join WSU Regional Small Farms for Preserve the Harvest: Intro to Canning. WSU Food Safety and Preservation instructor Jennifer Bryan-Goforth will teach techniques and explain the items needed to preserve foods in your home. This class covers the information needed to take advantage of our amazing local produce and reduce waste in your kitchen. Learn […]
Explore Your Farm Dreams 2025
Dreaming of beginning or expanding your own small farm? The WSU Cultivating Success™ series of courses combines workshop and farmer-direct learning experiences to help foster the success of new and existing farms. First up in the series is Explore Your Farm Dreams, a 3-hour workshop designed to help you explore the development of a small […]
Advanced Farm Labor Topics Part 2: Employee Retention & Farm Culture
Free! Via Zoom. Pre-registration is required; click here to access registration. This webinar will NOT be recorded for later view. This webinar will be an interactive learning environment, so please plan to attend the entire time and be prepared to engage. This webinar is ideal for farmers, farm managers, and anyone responsible for building and […]
Living on the Land Workshops: Composting at Any Scale- From Balconies to Small Farms
Join WSU Regional Small Farms for Composting at Any Scale: From Balconies to Small Farms. This workshop will take place at the Poulsbo branch of the Kitsap Regional Library. Learn from a local farmer on how to start a composting system scaled to your needs. Benji Astrachan from WSU Clallam Extension will first teach participants […]
Living on the Land Workshops: Shearing and Fleece Prep
Join Us for a Living on the Land Workshop to learn all about Shearing & Fleece Prep! Hosted by Farmer Roni Ryan from Sage & Willow Farm & Shearer Elizabeth Resager. Whether you're new to fiber animals or a seasoned shepherd, this interactive class is packed with practical skills and expert tips to elevate your […]
Living on the Land Workshops: From Egg to Hen- Raising Chickens for Beginners
This Living on the Land Workshop will take place at local animal rescue Happy Grounds Farm & Sanctuary in Poulsbo, where participants can see how chickens are cared for in a diverse livestock setting. This class will be taught by farm owner Karissa Holcombe and WSU Kitsap Extension coordinator Clare Menard, a former farmer with […]
Dirt Talk Farm Walk: Practical Pig Keeping for Small Farms
Join WSU Kitsap and Regional Small Farms for a Dirt Talk Farm Walk on a small-scale, pastured pig farm on Bainbridge Island. Farmer Brian Stahl will talk about how Winney Farm was started and how it has grown over the years. Participants will see how pigs are integrated on this farm that also raises poultry, […]