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SUMMARY:POST-PONED Soil Health Workshop
DESCRIPTION:POST-PONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE\nSoil Testing\, Cover Cropping & Monitoring Soil Health on Your Farm\nJoin the WSU Regional Small Farms Program and Finnriver Farm for a soils field day workshop. This workshop will include both indoor presentations and an outdoor field walk. \nWHEN: Wed April 22nd\, 9am-2pm\nWHERE: Finnriver Farm\, 124 Center Rd\, Chimacum\nCOST: $25 \nWorkshop Topics Include: \nSoil Testing: Interpreting Soil Test Results\n-Walk through an example\n-Fertility management decisions after soil test results \nHow does one monitor soil health on their farm?\n-Quick nitrate testing\n-Reduced tillage practices\n-Soil health assessments (short and long term) \nCover Cropping\n-Overview\n-Varieties for PNW\n-Seasonal timeline of cover cropping activities on farm\n-Equipment needed \nSpeakers include:\n-Keith Kisler\, owner of Finnriver Farm \n-Doug Collins\, WSu Puyallup Extension Faculty with the Center for Sustaining Agriculture and Natural Resources and an affiliate faculty with the WSU Department of Crop and Soil Sciences. His extension programs and research focus on soil quality and vegetable and fruit production for small farms. \n-Nathan Stacey\, Post Doctoral Researcher at WSU Puyallup Research & Extension Center \n  \nWSU Refund Policy: Workshop/class/event registration fees will be refunded to participants\, minus a small processing fee\, no less than 7 days prior to the event. To receive a refund\, contact the event coordinator.  \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local 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 98339 / kellie.henwood@wsu.edu / (360) 379-5610 ext. 201) at least two weeks prior to event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/soil-health-workshop/
LOCATION:FinnRiver Farm\, 142 Barn Swallow Road\, Chimacum\, WA\, 98325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Soil Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL Dirt Talk - Small Ruminants & Agritourism
DESCRIPTION:Join Roni Smith of The Smithshyre as she leads an open discussion on raising and caring for small ruminants. She will share their farms journey\, and the evolution to introducing agritourism on their farm in the form of goat yoga.\nThis is an online networking event\, not a class. It is an opportunity for our farmers to come together and discuss topics of interest. These events are open to any new or existing farmer who wants to join in! \nWhen: May 12th\, 10am to 12pm\nWhere: Online Event – Registration Required\nTickets: This is a FREE event\, but you must register to attend! \nMore info on our host:\nRoni is a local food advocate\, farmer and RN. She grew up in North Dakota spending summers on her grandparents cattle farm. Her and her husband Erin started growing their own food about 8 years ago with a focus on sustainable and organic living. They raise fruit\, produce\, chickens\, turkeys\, sheep and dairy goats. Recently\, they have ventured into the area of “agritourism” by launching a “goat yoga” program. \nIn a world of chemical focused animal care\, finding a path of natural and organic care is a challenge\, “but totally worth it”. The group will discuss the topic of both goats and sheep\, kidding/lambing\, worming\, feed and shelter and anything else participants are wondering about. Come prepared with your questions and Roni will share her insight and resources to help you find the path that is right for you and your herd. \nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is a quarterly get together\, hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms and the Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance\, in conjunction with a local farmer 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.\nEvents are open to all new and current farmers! \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 / 360-337-7157 Ext. 6271) at least two weeks prior to the event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/virtual-dirt-talk-small-ruminants-agritourism/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Meeting\, Anywhere you are
CATEGORIES:Farmer Networking Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200930T200000
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk - Intro to Biochar Production and Uses
DESCRIPTION:Dirt Talks are farmer to farmer networking opportunities for farmers to share their knowledge about a topic of their choice and connect with other farmers. Join Francesco Tortorici of Olympic Biochar share his knowledge! \nWhat is Biochar? \nBiochar is basically a carbon product that is similar to charcoal or activated carbon but has its own unique set of properties. There are many different types of biochar created from different carbon sources (wood\, sawdust\, poultry litter\, etc.) and using different methods of pyrolysis (burning). Biochar can be added to the soil to help improve soil moisture retention (Glaser et al. 2002\, Basso et al. 2013\, Imhoff and Nakhli 2017\, Trippe and Phillips 2018)\, reduce runoff (Imhoff and Nakhli 2017)\, increase soil sorption potential to limit chemical and nutrient losses via leaching to the groundwater (Tian et al. 2014\, 2016)\, add carbon to the soil (biochar is carbon)\, and augment root penetration (Bruun et al. 2014). Biochar can also alter the microbial reactions in all phases of soil nutrient cycles (Gul and Whalen 2016). Moreover\, biochar can increase crop yields (Jeffery et al. 2011\, Biederman and Harpole 2013\, Liu et al. 2013). \nUsing Zoom\nBecause of security issues\, you must have your own Zoom account to participate\, and you must have your Zoom account set up and be registered for the webinar at least three hours before the webinar start time. \nYou can easily create a free Zoom account if you do not already have one from this link: https://zoom.us/freesignup/ \nBe sure you register with the same name and email address that you used for creating your Zoom account. \nNew to Zoom? The link below contains basic instructions for how to join a Zoom meeting.\nhttps://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-Joining-a-Meeting \nThe video is only a couple of minutes long and is very helpful. On the same page\, the Overview section below the video includes links to download the Zoom application\, along with a link to join a Test Meeting. \nTroubleshooting Zoom\nWe have learned a few things from past Zoom sessions that we’d like to pass on to you to minimize problems with logging in. Most of the issues seem to be problems unique to each user and device\, and we have no ability to troubleshoot during the class. But each of the tips below has worked for someone. \n·         New to Zoom? Be sure to log on early so you have time to try these tips if something doesn’t work right: \n·         If you are using Zoom through your web browser\, try downloading and using the desktop client instead. In fact\, it may be good for everyone to download and have this ready in advance. \n·         If you are using a phone or tablet (either Android or IOS)\, use the Zoom app instead of using a web browser. \n***Please note this meeting will be recorded and available to the public for viewing after.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-intro-to-biochar-production-and-uses/
ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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SUMMARY:Agricultural Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION: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 farm-based businesses. \nThe course covers evaluating resources\, planning and research\, legal and management issues\, marketing strategies\, budgets and financial statements along with how to cultivate capital resources. During the course\, participants will develop a business plan they can literally take to the bank to finance a new enterprise or expand an existing farm-based business. Participants will join a statewide cohort\, including a full line-up of guest experts and farmer speakers\, while also engaging in networking and support through regional breakout rooms. \nThe 9-week class series is being offered fully online through Zoom Tuesday evenings from 6pm – 8:30pm\, starting February 2nd and running through March 30th. Tickets are $125\, with scholarships being available for veteran farmers and anyone for whom the fee may be a barrier. Contact your local extension agent for full scholarship information. \nWhen: Tuesdays 6pm – 8:30pm\, February 2nd – March 30th\nWhere: Online via Zoom\nCost: $125 per farm household (for up to 3 people per farm)\, scholarships available\nTo register visit www.cultivatingsuccesswa.org.\nRegistration closes January 29th.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/agricultural-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Meeting\, Anywhere you are
CATEGORIES:Cultivating Success
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210225T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210225T110000
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SUMMARY:USDA Grant Programs - Infosession and Farmer Q&A
DESCRIPTION: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 your farm. We will also have a Q&A session with a local farm who has successfully applied for and received USDA funding on their farm. Farmers will share their lessons learned for farmers considering applying. \nGuest speakers include Carlotta Donisi with USDA Rural Development and Ryan McCarthey from Dungeness Valley Creamery. \nThis free webinar is made possible by funding from USDA Rural Development and will be recorded for farmers to watch at a later date. \n  \nRegister in advance for this webinar is required: \nhttps://wsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wUb-4SXpRcO9Tx0ezl5V2Q \n  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/usda-grant-programs-infosession-and-farmer-qa/
ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210325T110000
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SUMMARY:Farm Human Resources and Employee Management Series: Setting Your Farm Up for Hiring Employees
DESCRIPTION:Farm Human Resources and Employee Management Series: Part 1\nThursday March 25th\, 10-11am – Setting Your Farm Up for Hiring Employees \nThursday April 1st\, 10-11am – Employment Insurance \nThursday April 8th\, 10-11am – Costs of Farm Labor \nPresented by North Olympic Development Council and WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program. Thanks to grant funding from the USDA Rural Business Development Program\, this free webinar series is Part 1 of on-going educational webinars and workshop opportunities about Farm Human Resources and Employee Management. The target audience for this webinar series are farmers who have not yet or just started hiring farm labor/employees. \nDescription of webinar series below: \nThursday March 25th\, 10-11am – Setting Your Farm Up for Hiring Employees \nTopics covered: \n\nPayroll services needed\nChallenges finding consistent labor\nHow to find labor locally/regionally/nationally to create local jobs\nHow to use your labor efficiently\nHear from an experienced local farmer about farm labor successes and challenges\n\nThursday April 1st\, 10-11am – Employment Insurance \nTopics covered: \n\nThe insurance requirements of covering employees on the farm\nOwned or lease land – how do properties need to be covered?\nRisk activities – employees using equipment\, driving farm vehicles and other activities to consider\nHear from knowledgeable farm insurance agents\n\nThursday April 8th\, 10-11am – Costs of Farm Labor \nTopics covered: \n\nFederal and state tax requirements for hiring labor\nSetting up new payroll services on your farm – rules and regulations\nThe costs of providing benefits for your employees\nWA Labor & Industries (L&I) labor law requirements\nHear from a knowledgeable accountant and WA Labor & Industries staff\n\nRegister here: https://wsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__8IFFpOIRZ68hJZFXGlNUA \nWebinars are free\, but registration is required. Series will be recorded and available for viewing.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/farm-human-resources-and-employee-management-series-part-1/
ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210401T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210401T110000
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SUMMARY:Farm Human Resources and Employee Management Series: Employment Insurance
DESCRIPTION:Farm Human Resources and Employee Management Series: Part 1\nThursday March 25th\, 10-11am – Setting Your Farm Up for Hiring Employees \nThursday April 1st\, 10-11am – Employment Insurance \nThursday April 8th\, 10-11am – Costs of Farm Labor \nPresented by North Olympic Development Council and WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program. Thanks to grant funding from the USDA Rural Business Development Program\, this free webinar series is Part 1 of on-going educational webinars and workshop opportunities about Farm Human Resources and Employee Management. The target audience for this webinar series are farmers who have not yet or just started hiring farm labor/employees. \nDescription of webinar series below: \nThursday March 25th\, 10-11am – Setting Your Farm Up for Hiring Employees \nTopics covered: \n\nPayroll services needed\nChallenges finding consistent labor\nHow to find labor locally/regionally/nationally to create local jobs\nHow to use your labor efficiently\nHear from an experienced local farmer about farm labor successes and challenges\n\nThursday April 1st\, 10-11am – Employment Insurance \nTopics covered: \n\nThe insurance requirements of covering employees on the farm\nOwned or lease land – how do properties need to be covered?\nRisk activities – employees using equipment\, driving farm vehicles and other activities to consider\nHear from knowledgeable farm insurance agents\n\nThursday April 8th\, 10-11am – Costs of Farm Labor \nTopics covered: \n\nFederal and state tax requirements for hiring labor\nSetting up new payroll services on your farm – rules and regulations\nThe costs of providing benefits for your employees\nWA Labor & Industries (L&I) labor law requirements\nHear from a knowledgeable accountant and WA Labor & Industries staff\n\nRegister here: https://wsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__8IFFpOIRZ68hJZFXGlNUA \nWebinars are free\, but registration is required. Series will be recorded and available for viewing.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/farm-human-resources-and-employee-management-series-employment-insurance/
ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210408T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210408T110000
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SUMMARY:Farm Human Resources and Employee Management Series: Costs of Farm Labor
DESCRIPTION:Farm Human Resources and Employee Management Series: Part 1\nThursday March 25th\, 10-11am – Setting Your Farm Up for Hiring Employees \nThursday April 1st\, 10-11am – Employment Insurance \nThursday April 8th\, 10-11am – Costs of Farm Labor \nPresented by North Olympic Development Council and WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program. Thanks to grant funding from the USDA Rural Business Development Program\, this free webinar series is Part 1 of on-going educational webinars and workshop opportunities about Farm Human Resources and Employee Management. The target audience for this webinar series are farmers who have not yet or just started hiring farm labor/employees. \nDescription of webinar series below: \nThursday March 25th\, 10-11am – Setting Your Farm Up for Hiring Employees \nTopics covered: \n\nPayroll services needed\nChallenges finding consistent labor\nHow to find labor locally/regionally/nationally to create local jobs\nHow to use your labor efficiently\nHear from an experienced local farmer about farm labor successes and challenges\n\nThursday April 1st\, 10-11am – Employment Insurance \nTopics covered: \n\nThe insurance requirements of covering employees on the farm\nOwned or lease land – how do properties need to be covered?\nRisk activities – employees using equipment\, driving farm vehicles and other activities to consider\nHear from knowledgeable farm insurance agents\n\nThursday April 8th\, 10-11am – Costs of Farm Labor \nTopics covered: \n\nFederal and state tax requirements for hiring labor\nSetting up new payroll services on your farm – rules and regulations\nThe costs of providing benefits for your employees\nWA Labor & Industries (L&I) labor law requirements\nHear from a knowledgeable accountant and WA Labor & Industries staff\n\nRegister here: https://wsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__8IFFpOIRZ68hJZFXGlNUA \nWebinars are free\, but registration is required. Series will be recorded and available for viewing.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/farm-human-resources-and-employee-management-series-costs-of-farm-labor/
ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210524T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk Integrated Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Dirt Talk Farmer-to-Farmer networking and learning event on May 24th at 6:30pm. We will be joined by Laurel Moulton\, WSU Regional Small Farms Pest Specialist\, and Betsey Wittick\, owner of Laughing Crow Farm in Bainbridge and farmer/viticulturist at Bainbridge Vineyards. They will be sharing helpful pest identification and management information for farmers in our region and leading an interactive discussion with participants on what problems they are seeing in their own fields. This is a planned three-part discussion with the first session focusing on Cut Worms\, Cabbage Maggot and Carrot Rust Fly. \nWhen: Monday\, May 24th 6:30pm – 7:30pm\nWhere: Online Zoom Event – Registration Required\nTickets: This is a FREE event\, but you must register to attend!\nRegister at https://dirttalkipm.bpt.me \n————- \nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer 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.\nEvents are open to all new and current farmers! \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 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-integrated-pest-management/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Networking Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210707T193000
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk - Wireworms: Lifecycle and Integrated Management Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Dirt Talk – Wireworms: Lifecycle and Integrated Management Strategies\n  \nWhen: Wednesday\, July 7th\, 2021 @ 6:30pm \nWhere: Online Zoom Event \nRegistration: Free event but registration is required. \n \nJoin us for our next Dirt Talk Farmer-to-Farmer event on July 7th\, 2021 at 6:30pm. We will be joined by Dr. Brook Brouwer\, director of Washington State University Extension in San Juan County\, and Laurel Moulton\, IPM Specialist for our Regional Small Farms program. Wireworms\, the larva of click beetles\, are generalist soil dwelling pest that feeds on a wide range of crops. By feeding on seeds\, transplants\, roots and tubers wireworms reduce crop stands\, performance and marketability. Severe infestations can result in crop loss of over 50%. Wireworms are long lived (3-5 years) and control options\, particularly in organic production systems\, are very limited creating a persistent problem for farmers and gardeners. We will discuss the basic biology and lifecycle of wireworms\, monitoring techniques\, and various approaches to management including results from research in western Washington. \n  \nBio:  Dr. Brook Brouwer is San Juan County WSU Extension Director and regional agricultural specialist. He works with diverse vegetable\, livestock\, forage and grain growers on sustainable production practices and helps facilitate development of local food system infrastructure through research\, education and capacity building. \n——– \nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer 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.\nEvents are open to all new and current farmers! \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.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-wireworms-lifecycle-and-integrated-management-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Networking Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210803T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210803T203000
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SUMMARY:Is a Small Farm in Your Future?
DESCRIPTION:¿Es una pequeña granja en su futuro?\n  \n  \nBeing Offered Statewide\, Online\, Bilingually\, and for FREE! \nAugust 3rd\, 5:30-8:30pm \nLearn more and register here. Aprende más. \nThis entry-level Cultivating Success course will be offered in a one-night intensive workshop-style and was designed to help those interested in exploring the development of a small farm enterprise. It will either weed or feed you! \nAre you looking for land and don’t know where to start? Have you recently bought land\, retired\, or looking to shift your hobby farm or garden into a full-fledged business? Is a Small Farm in Your Future? If so\, this is a great place to start! Work with course facilitators and other class participants to review your personal resources\, explore different farming options\, and listen in on a farmer panel discussion. Walk away with an action plan in hand and a better understanding of the diverse options for a small farm future! \nA special thanks to the WDVA for including us a VA Farm Grant and all our other contributing partners.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/is-a-small-farm-in-your-future/
CATEGORIES:Cultivating Success
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210908T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210908T110000
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SUMMARY:Agricultural Leases 101
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program and the North Olympic Development Council thanks to grant funding from the USDA Rural Business Development Grant Program. \nWhen leasing land\, developing a strong agricultural lease is important to all parties involved. In this webinar\, we will walk participants through important considerations of an ag lease. \nTopics include: \n-Definition of terms in a lease and sample language\n-The importance of having a lease when leasing land as a farmer or landowner\n-Overall lease structure – the nuts and bolts of an ag lease\n-Examples of strong ag lease templates\n-Determining ag lease rates \nSpeakers include: \nDenis Stearns\, Attorney\nMark Bowman\, NODC Sustainable Agriculture Program Coordinator\nKellie Henwood\, WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program Coordinator \nThis webinar will be recorded and included on our WSU Extension online learning library. \n***Please note\, participants will need to be logged into a zoom account in order to join the webinar. Zoom accounts are free. Sign up here: https://zoom.us/ \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/agricultural-leases-101/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211028T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211028T110000
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SUMMARY:Preparing for a Farm Loan
DESCRIPTION:  \nA free webinar hosted by the North Olympic Development Council and WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program thanks to a grant from the USDA Rural Business Development Grant Program. \nAs farmers looking to purchase ag land\, here is a session just for you. Two experts in the field of agriculture real estate lending share their perspective on this topic. \nSome of the areas they will cover include:\n-How to prepare your management and financial acumen to work with a lender.\n-What information about your existing business and proposed operation are lenders looking for.\n-What are the property issues lenders see when trying to finance land.\n-How best to use the resources of Farm Service Agency and Craft3. \nGuest speakers include: \nErika Lindholm\, Craft3\nIn her role as Sr. Business Lender – Team Manager\, Erika sources and originates commercial loans in the Olympic Peninsula region as well as supervises and supports a team of lenders in other rural parts of Craft3’s Washington and Oregon footprint. Craft3 has a strategic focus on Food and Agriculture businesses and Erika also serves on the Board of Directors of North Olympic Land Trust. Craft3 is a partner in the Jefferson LandWorks Collaborative whose mission is to keep working lands viable. \nRansom Satterlee\, USDA Farm Service Agency\nRansom’s role as a loan officer for the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) is to: provide information about FSA’s loan programs\, review and process loan applications\, and work with farmers\, ranchers\, and agriculture lenders to finance operating costs\, equipment\, and real estate purchases for farms in the greater Spokane region (Asotin\, Garfield\, Lincoln\, Pend Oreille\, Spokane\, Stevens\, and Whitman counties).
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/preparing-for-a-farm-loan/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211104T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211104T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20210929T214717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T214717Z
UID:1786-1636048800-1636054200@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Dirt Talk - Integrated Pest Management: Clubroot
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Dirt Talk Farmer-to-Farmer networking and learning event on November 4th at 6pm. We will be joined by Laurel Moulton\, WSU Regional Small Farms Pest Specialist\, and Betsey Wittick\, owner of Laughing Crow Farm in Bainbridge and farmer/viticulturist at Bainbridge Vineyards. They will be sharing helpful pest identification and management information for farmers in our region and leading an interactive discussion with participants on what problems they are seeing in their own fields. This is the final discussion in our three-part integrated pest management events for 2021 where we will be focusing on Clubroot. \n  \nWhen: November 4th\, 6pm – 7:30pm\nWhere: Online Zoom Event – Registration Required\nTickets: This is a FREE event\, but you must register to attend! \n \n————- \nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer 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.\nEvents are open to all new and current farmers! \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.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-integrated-pest-management-clubroot/
LOCATION:Virtual Zoom Meeting\, Anywhere you are
CATEGORIES:Farmer Networking Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211109T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20211015T025042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T025042Z
UID:1797-1636452000-1636455600@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:E-Commerce Marketing Strategies for Farms and Food Businesses
DESCRIPTION:  \nA free webinar hosted by the North Olympic Development Council and WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program thanks to a grant from the USDA Rural Business Development Grant Program. \nAs the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted consumer buying habits\, farm and food businesses need to rethink their e-commerce marketing strategies. Is your e-commerce platform and presence up to the challenge? Susan Shoemaker\, Business Assistance Specialist with North Olympic Development Council\, will share her thoughts on several topics including: \n-Optimization of your website and online search presence.\n-Practical tips on using social media.\n-The development and linking of websites and e-commerce platforms.\n-And some thoughts on setting up a website and e-commerce platform if starting from scratch.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/e-commerce-marketing-strategies-for-farms-and-food-businesses/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220130
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220107T052635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T052635Z
UID:1832-1643241600-1643500799@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Country Living Expo and Cattlemen's Winterschool
DESCRIPTION:23 BRAND NEW CLASSES for this year’s Expo\, with 83 total! \nThe Country Living Expo and Cattlemen’s Winterschool is going all virtual again and continuing its mission of uniting farmers\, homesteaders\, nature enthusiast\, and everyone else in between. There are classes for everyone’s interests and an opportunity to connect with like minded folks and enthusiastic educators right on your screen LIVE. Choose from 83 classes spread over 3 days\, January 28\, 29\, 30th\, 2022 9:00am to 5:00pm PST from anywhere in the world or from the comfort of your own home. \n  \nClass instructors are fellow farmers\, industry experts\, veterinarians\, researchers\, and professors from all sectors of agriculture and farming. Take up to 12 classes with a standard registration and enjoy a vast selection of topics like: Baking Sourdough Bread\, Water Rights for Rural Landowners\, Raising Poultry or Canning 101 to name a few. Take Sheep Dairying 101 one hour and Shitake Mushroom Cultivation the next hour. From cooking\, crafting\, animal care or machinery repair your class line up can be as eclectic as you like and reflect your learning interests. Check out this year’s exciting class list and register today! \nWhen: Jan 28th\, 29th & 30th\, 2022 / 9am – 5pm PST \nWhere: Online \nCost: $10 students / $55 Adult \nRegister: www.skagit.wsu.edu/countrylivingexpo
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/country-living-expo-and-cattlemens-winterschool/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220203T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220108T054658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220108T054658Z
UID:1838-1643914800-1643922000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Farming by the Numbers
DESCRIPTION:Farming by the Numbers – Learn the basics of farm record keeping\, taking sales online\, and paying employees from experts and experienced farmers.\nThursday evenings in February 2022 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm to learn the ins and outs of setting up a solid record keeping system as well as other farm number-crunching topics.\n\nFebruary 3 – Farm Bookkeeping Basics\nFebruary 10 – Online Sales\nFebruary 17 – Paying Employees\nFebruary 24 – Financial Statements\, Cash Flow\, & Loan Readiness\n\nTake one\, two or all four! Cost for the four-week series is $15 or $5 for a single class. See the Eventbrite page for more information and to register!\n\nRegister:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/farming-by-the-numbers-registration-234941826327?fbclid=IwAR25-5R1fRRatsp_DK8Nn4kZ4MEmg54gYA9-0SBNn9_N3eoPsIdsM89LueI
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/farming-by-the-numbers/
CATEGORIES:Cultivating Success,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Kate%20Ryan":MAILTO:kate.ryan@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220208T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220329T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220204T130335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T130335Z
UID:1844-1644343200-1648585800@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Cultivating Success: Agricultural Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays February 8 through March 29th\, 2022 \n6:00-8:30pm \nBecoming a successful agricultural entrepreneur is not easy! So\, set yourself up from the start. This is business planning with a special emphasis on the financial and legal issues unique to farm-based businesses. Come out of this 9 week course with the core elements of a business plan to guide your small business forward. \nThis is an in-depth farm and food business planning course. We will walk you through the necessary steps to create a business plan for an existing farm-based business or a completely new enterprise. Join weekly online classes with a statewide cohort of new and beginning farm businesses\, hearing from a full line-up of guest experts and farmer speakers\, and engaging in regional groups for more networking and community-based support. \nRegister Now!
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/cultivating-success-agricultural-entrepreneurship/
CATEGORIES:Cultivating Success
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220225T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220225T133000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220108T054038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220108T054038Z
UID:1834-1645779600-1645795800@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Farm Vendor Track - WSFMA Conference
DESCRIPTION:Great upcoming virtual educational offering for farm vendors. This is part of a special one day rate during the Washington State Farmers Market Association‘s annual conference.\n\n\nWhether you are a seasoned farmers market vendor or considering selling at a farmers market for the first time in 2022\, the Farm Vendor Track on February 25th will provide you with tools for the 2022 season and help you strengthen your farmers market business.\n\nWhen: February 25th\, 2022 9am – 1:30pm \nWhere: Virtual online\nFarmers interested in registering visit: https://wafarmersmarkets.org/conference/2022-feb/
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/farm-vendor-track-wsfma-conference/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220304T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220304T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220219T054420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T054420Z
UID:1849-1646398800-1646402400@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:AgrAbility: What is it? What does it do and can it help me?
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve had a farm injury? What Next. \nWashington State AgrAbility Project\, part of WSU Skagit Extension\, is pleased to announce a series of webinars focused on the resources and services available if you’ve experienced a farm injury or otherwise acquired a disability. \nWhen: Fridays at 1 pm PST – March 2022 \n\n\nRegister once for all webinars and join us weekly every Friday at 1pm Pacific Time or choose the sessions that look most interesting to you. \nMarch 4 – AgrAbility: What is it? What does it do and can it help me?\nAgrAbility is a grant funded program available to farmers\, farm workers\, and ranchers that are battling any sort of limitation. Learn more about it at this kick-off webinar. \nMarch 11 – Assistive Technology: What’s available\, How to choose it\, How to fund it\nAssistive technology (AT) is defined as any item\, piece of equipment\, or product system\, whether acquired commercially\, modified\, or customized\, that is used to increase\, maintain\, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. There are many resources for identifying\, locating\, obtaining\, and fabricating AT – on this webinar\, we’ll share what’s available. \nMarch 18 – Medical Debt and Charity Care: Income-Eligible Programs for Emergency Medical Care Expenses\nCharity Care provides for free and discounted inpatient and outpatient care in Washington State’s hospitals. It’s available for outstanding bills and even bills already paid can be refunded if you qualify for the program. Learn about how to apply here. \nMarch 25 – Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits\nIf you’ve had an injury that stops you from working\, you may be entitled to disability benefits through Social Security. We’ll take you through the eligibility and application process step-by-step. \nThere will be a Q&A period following each presentation. \nCART closed captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided. \n\n\n\nTime \n\nMar 4\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 11\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 18\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 25\, 2022 01:00 PM\n\n\n\nRegister Today! \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/agrability-what-is-it-what-does-it-do-and-can-it-help-me/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220311T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220311T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220219T054738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T054738Z
UID:1853-1647003600-1647007200@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Assistive Technology: What’s available\, How to choose it\, How to fund it
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve had a farm injury? What Next. \nWashington State AgrAbility Project\, part of WSU Skagit Extension\, is pleased to announce a series of webinars focused on the resources and services available if you’ve experienced a farm injury or otherwise acquired a disability. \nWhen: Fridays at 1 pm PST – March 2022 \n\n\nRegister once for all webinars and join us weekly every Friday at 1pm Pacific Time or choose the sessions that look most interesting to you. \nMarch 4 – AgrAbility: What is it? What does it do and can it help me?\nAgrAbility is a grant funded program available to farmers\, farm workers\, and ranchers that are battling any sort of limitation. Learn more about it at this kick-off webinar. \nMarch 11 – Assistive Technology: What’s available\, How to choose it\, How to fund it\nAssistive technology (AT) is defined as any item\, piece of equipment\, or product system\, whether acquired commercially\, modified\, or customized\, that is used to increase\, maintain\, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. There are many resources for identifying\, locating\, obtaining\, and fabricating AT – on this webinar\, we’ll share what’s available. \nMarch 18 – Medical Debt and Charity Care: Income-Eligible Programs for Emergency Medical Care Expenses\nCharity Care provides for free and discounted inpatient and outpatient care in Washington State’s hospitals. It’s available for outstanding bills and even bills already paid can be refunded if you qualify for the program. Learn about how to apply here. \nMarch 25 – Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits\nIf you’ve had an injury that stops you from working\, you may be entitled to disability benefits through Social Security. We’ll take you through the eligibility and application process step-by-step. \nThere will be a Q&A period following each presentation. \nCART closed captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided. \n\n\n\nTime \n\nMar 4\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 11\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 18\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 25\, 2022 01:00 PM\n\n\n\nRegister Today! \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/assistive-technology-whats-available-how-to-choose-it-how-to-fund-it/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220318T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220219T054950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T054950Z
UID:1855-1647608400-1647612000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Medical Debt and Charity Care: Income-Eligible Programs for Emergency Medical Care Expenses
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve had a farm injury? What Next. \nWashington State AgrAbility Project\, part of WSU Skagit Extension\, is pleased to announce a series of webinars focused on the resources and services available if you’ve experienced a farm injury or otherwise acquired a disability. \nWhen: Fridays at 1 pm PST – March 2022 \n\n\nRegister once for all webinars and join us weekly every Friday at 1pm Pacific Time or choose the sessions that look most interesting to you. \nMarch 4 – AgrAbility: What is it? What does it do and can it help me?\nAgrAbility is a grant funded program available to farmers\, farm workers\, and ranchers that are battling any sort of limitation. Learn more about it at this kick-off webinar. \nMarch 11 – Assistive Technology: What’s available\, How to choose it\, How to fund it\nAssistive technology (AT) is defined as any item\, piece of equipment\, or product system\, whether acquired commercially\, modified\, or customized\, that is used to increase\, maintain\, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. There are many resources for identifying\, locating\, obtaining\, and fabricating AT – on this webinar\, we’ll share what’s available. \nMarch 18 – Medical Debt and Charity Care: Income-Eligible Programs for Emergency Medical Care Expenses\nCharity Care provides for free and discounted inpatient and outpatient care in Washington State’s hospitals. It’s available for outstanding bills and even bills already paid can be refunded if you qualify for the program. Learn about how to apply here. \nMarch 25 – Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits\nIf you’ve had an injury that stops you from working\, you may be entitled to disability benefits through Social Security. We’ll take you through the eligibility and application process step-by-step. \nThere will be a Q&A period following each presentation. \nCART closed captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided. \n\n\n\nTime \n\nMar 4\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 11\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 18\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 25\, 2022 01:00 PM\n\n\n\nRegister Today! \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/medical-debt-and-charity-care-income-eligible-programs-for-emergency-medical-care-expenses/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220325T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220325T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220219T055212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T055212Z
UID:1858-1648213200-1648216800@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits
DESCRIPTION:So you’ve had a farm injury? What Next. \nWashington State AgrAbility Project\, part of WSU Skagit Extension\, is pleased to announce a series of webinars focused on the resources and services available if you’ve experienced a farm injury or otherwise acquired a disability. \nWhen: Fridays at 1 pm PST – March 2022 \n\n\nRegister once for all webinars and join us weekly every Friday at 1pm Pacific Time or choose the sessions that look most interesting to you. \nMarch 4 – AgrAbility: What is it? What does it do and can it help me?\nAgrAbility is a grant funded program available to farmers\, farm workers\, and ranchers that are battling any sort of limitation. Learn more about it at this kick-off webinar. \nMarch 11 – Assistive Technology: What’s available\, How to choose it\, How to fund it\nAssistive technology (AT) is defined as any item\, piece of equipment\, or product system\, whether acquired commercially\, modified\, or customized\, that is used to increase\, maintain\, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. There are many resources for identifying\, locating\, obtaining\, and fabricating AT – on this webinar\, we’ll share what’s available. \nMarch 18 – Medical Debt and Charity Care: Income-Eligible Programs for Emergency Medical Care Expenses\nCharity Care provides for free and discounted inpatient and outpatient care in Washington State’s hospitals. It’s available for outstanding bills and even bills already paid can be refunded if you qualify for the program. Learn about how to apply here. \nMarch 25 – Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits\nIf you’ve had an injury that stops you from working\, you may be entitled to disability benefits through Social Security. We’ll take you through the eligibility and application process step-by-step. \nThere will be a Q&A period following each presentation. \nCART closed captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided. \n\n\n\nTime \n\nMar 4\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 11\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 18\, 2022 01:00 PM\nMar 25\, 2022 01:00 PM\n\n\n\nRegister Today! \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/applying-for-social-security-disability-benefits/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220413T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220401T042117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T042117Z
UID:1873-1649872800-1649878200@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Dirt Talk: Downy Mildew
DESCRIPTION:Dirt Talk – Integrated Pest Management: Downy Mildew \nJoin us for our next Dirt Talk Farmer-to-Farmer networking and learning event on April 13th at 6pm. We will be joined by Laurel Moulton\, WSU Regional Small Farms Pest Specialist\, and Scott Chichester\, owner of Chi’s Farm in Sequim\, WA. They will be sharing helpful identification and management information for farmers in our region on Downy Mildew. Scott will dive more in depth into downy mildew on basil and spinach in a greenhouse/high tunnel situation. Presenters will then lead an interactive discussion with participants on what problems they are seeing in their own fields and management techniques they can employ. \nWhen: April 13th\, 2022\, 6pm – 7:30pm\nWhere: Online Zoom Event – Registration Required\nTickets: This is a FREE event\, but you must register to attend! \n \nAbout our Farm Presenter – Scott Chichester:  \nScott has been farming organically in the Dungeness Valley for over 20 years now\, including many formative years at Nash’s Organic Produce.  After a brief detour North of the border to help get Fiore Farms off the ground\, he returned to the area\, starting his own business and lending a hand to Red Dog Farm in Chimacum.  The next four years he split his time between teaching Agricultural Science and Biology at Sequim High School and running Chi’s Farm.  He now works full time at Chi’s Farm\, focused on growing healthy\, delicious food for the local community. When he isn’t farming\, it is likely he is riding a bike or walking a dog. \nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer 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.\nEvents are open to all new and current farmers! \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.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-downy-mildew/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Networking Event,Integrated Pest Management
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220715T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220715T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220615T013629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T013629Z
UID:1943-1657900800-1657908000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Dirt Talk Farm Walk: High Tunnel Production at Chi's Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Farmer Scott Chichester of Chis Farm in Sequim for an on-farm field day on July 15th from 4pm to 6pm.  Scott will be opening his farm to share his experience and expertise with High Tunnel Production. Dirt Talk Farm Walks provide farmer-to-farmer education to promote the exchange of ideas and innovations related to sustainable and organic farming in our region. This farm walk is open to all beginning and current farmers\, not to the general public.   \nTopics to be discussed during the Farm Walk:\n– Layout and spacing of high tunnel crops: tomatoes\, cucumbers\, peppers on trellis\n– Pruning and twining techniques\n– Harvest timing\, techniques\n– Importance of venting\n– Growing hot weather crops without supplemental heat in our climate\n– Balancing summer crops with cool season crops\, and how we make transitions\n– Winter crops in unheated tunnels\, and rotation examples \nPlease only register for the farm walk if you plan to attend. 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. \nRegistration Details\nDate: July 15th\, 2022 @ 4pm – 6pm (in-person event!)\nLocation: Sequim\, WA – Address will be provided to registered attendees\nRegistration link: \n \nMore about Scott Chichester / Chis Farm:\nScott has been farming organically in the Dungeness Valley for over 20 years now\, including many formative years at Nashs Organic Produce. After a brief detour North of the border to help get Fiore Farms off the ground\, he returned to the area\, starting his own business and lending a hand to Red Dog Farm in Chimacum. The next four years he split his time between teaching Agricultural Science and Biology at Sequim High School and running Chis Farm.\nHe now works full time at Chis Farm\, focused on growing healthy\, delicious food for the local community. When he isnt farming\, it is likely he is riding a bike or walking a dog.\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.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-farm-walk-high-tunnel-production-at-chis-farm/
CATEGORIES:Farm Walk,Farmer Networking Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220810T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220810T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T100143
CREATED:20220615T202849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220615T202849Z
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk:  Slugs & Snails - Control on Small Farms
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms and Rory Mc Donnell\, OSU associate professor and Extension gastropod specialist in a discussion all about Slugs and Snails and how to control them on your small farm.\n \nTopics to be covered include: \n\nBackground information on slugs and snails\nMain pest species on the west coast and how to identify them\nCurrent control methods\nDevelopment of new tools:\n–              Novel attractants such as bread dough \n–              Biological control using nematodes\n\nWhen: August 10th\, 2022\, 6pm – 7:30pm (online event!)\nWhere: Online Zoom Event – Registration Required\nTickets: This is a FREE event\, but you must register to attend! \n \nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer or agriculture 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.\nEvents are open to all new and current farmers! \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.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-slugs-snails-control-on-small-farms/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farmer Networking Event,Integrated Pest Management
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk: Agritourism
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Dirt Talk Farmer-to-Farmer networking and learning event on August 23rd at 6pm. We will be joined by WSU agritourism specialist\, Trevor Lane\, who will be sharing his knowledge and expertise working with farmers looking to implement agritourism as part of their farm business. Trevor will be giving a general overview of the current state of agritourism in Washington\, including the economic impacts and common barriers for farmers. Discussion topics will also include:  \n\nRisk & Liability  \nBiosecurity \nResources for farmers\n\n\nThis event was rescheduled from the original date in July. Though this event is from an agritourism point of view\, information presented may be of interest to farmers not doing agritourism activities\, specifically topics of Risk\, Liability and biosecurity on the farm.   \nWhen: August 23rd\, 2022\, 6pm – 7:30pm (online event!)\nWhere: Online Zoom Event – Registration Required\nTickets: This is a FREE event\, but you must register to attend! \n \n  \nMore about Trevor Lane:   \nTrevor C Lane\, Ed.D. – Learn. Serve. Lead.  For his work in agritourism\, small business ecosystems\, and technology\, Trevor is an award-winning and peer-reviewed published associate professor and state specialist in Community & Economic Development for Washington State University (WSU) Extension\, while serving dually as the director of WSU Ferry County Extension.  His leadership links scholarly and academic research to solving problems and supporting the needs of tribal and rural communities.\n\n\nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer or agriculture 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.\nEvents are open to all new and current farmers!  \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. 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-agritourism/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farmer Networking Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220904T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220904T140000
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SUMMARY:Lavender Connection Essential Oil Extraction
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder how farmers extract lavender essential oil from the plants? Join the Olson Family at Lavender Connection family farm on Sunday\, September 4th at 12:00pm to learn and watch the process of essential oil extraction\, using steam distillation! The demonstration will take approximately 30 minutes\, with plenty of time for questions. The class at noon will begin with firing up the still\, so if you’d like to watch the lavender harvest for extraction and/or the still being packed with lavender\, please plan to show up approximately 30 minutes early. After the demonstration\, stroll the fields\, bring a picnic\, and enjoy the farm – they are open that day from 10am-5:30pm and you’re welcome to stay as long as you like. \nLimited to 20 participants. All ages are welcome\, but due to the technical/science nature of the discussion\, not recommended for children under 8. \n  \nWhen: September 4th\, 2022\n12pm for essential oil extraction\, come 30 minutes early if you would like to watch the lavender harvest\nWhere: Lavender Connection\, 1141 Cays Rd. Sequim\, WA 98382\nAudience: Public\, Farmers\, Producers\, Gardeners (anyone interested in learning more about the topic!)\nRegister: Free event\, but registration is required. If you register and the class is already full please reach out to Lisa Vaughn at lisa.vaughn@wsu.edu if you would like to be put on a cancellation list. \n  \n \n*Discussion will take place at the gazebo marked “Lavender Essential Oil” clearly visible from the parking lot – please plan to check in at the gazebo if you arrive early to watch the harvest. The class is outdoors\, but visitors will be grouped close together\, so masks are encouraged (and paper masks will be provided.) \nAbout Lavender Connection:\nLavender Connection is a small\, family owned and operated lavender farm featuring approximately 2500 plants of more than 40 different varieties. If the class fills up\, please note that the farm is open Friday\, Saturday\, Sunday\, and Monday until Labor Day – stop by any time this summer when they’re open and you might catch them distilling! Even if the still isn’t fired up\, they’re always out at the still sampling essential oil\, so you’re welcome to smell the varieties and ask questions about the process. \nThis event is in partnership with WSU Clallam County Extension. For more information or questions please contact Lisa Vaughn at lisa.vaughn@wsu.edu \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/lavender-connection-essential-oil-extraction/
CATEGORIES:Farm Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa%20Vaughn":MAILTO:lisa.vaughn@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220911T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220911T160000
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SUMMARY:Clallam County Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Clallam County Harvest Festival\nWhen: Sunday September 11th\, from 10-4\nWhere: Jardin du Soleil Farm – 3932 Sequim Dungeness Way\, Sequim\, WA 98383\nCelebrate this year’s harvest at Jardin du Soleil Lavender. Join WSU Clallam County Extension\, North Olympic Land Trust and Jardin du Soliel as we come together to share in the bounty of Clallam County’s rich agricultural lands.\nThe fields of Jardin du Soleil will welcome several area farms and agricultural businesses for you to engage and learn from.\nSchedule of Happenings:\n10am-12pm Lavender Harvesting Party\n~ Join us in the fields to help harvest the last of the lavender that will be distilled into essential oil later in the day.\n12pm- 4pm Main Event\n~Visit different stations to learn about lavender harvesting\, distilling\, processing\, and pruning.\n~ Bring your containers for $10 fill any size with fresh lavender hydrosol\n~ Wander the fields visiting with area farms to learn about what they have to offer. Including Chi’s Farm\, Joy Farm\, Her farm\, Tampopo and more!\n~ Wander the farm checking out the maze\, goats\, and chickens.\n~ Pacific Pantry on site serving up local food and beverage.\n~ So So Sweet selling the most deliciously made confections.\n~ Goodness Teas offering beverages and snacks made from the land and heart.\n~ Lavender Ice Cream\, Lemonade and other goodies.\n~ Family fun and Games\n~ Local live Music
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/clallam-county-harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Jardin du Soleiel Farm\, 3932 Sequim Dungeness Way\, Sequim\, WA\, 98383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farm Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa%20Vaughn":MAILTO:lisa.vaughn@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220913T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220913T180000
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk Farm Walk: Low-Till Farming with Wintercreek Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Wintercreek Farm in Poulsbo on September 13th from 4pm – 6pm for our next Dirt Talk Farm Walk all about Low-till farming practices. Farmer Robin Bodony will be opening up the farm to share her experience and expertise with no-till / low-till farming practices in a market farm setting. We will have Kitsap Conservation District partners on hand as well as our Regional IPM Specialist\, Laurel Mouton\, to discuss pest pressures in a low-till/no-till situation. Specific topics to be discussed include: \n\nNo-till and low-till tools and techniques for preparing beds for planting in a market garden setting\nUsing low tillage in concert with other soil health promoting strategies to produce quality crops (cover crops\, compost and mulches\, mineral balancing\, inter-planting)\nChallenges vs. benefits of low-tillage systems\n\nDirt Talk Farm Walks provide farmer-to-farmer education to promote the exchange of ideas and innovations related to sustainable and organic farming in our region. This farm walk is open to all beginning and current farmers\, not to the general public.  \nMore about Wintercreek Farm \nWintercreek Farm is a roughly one-acre\, intensive market garden in Poulsbo\, WA. Run by Robin Bodony and a small\, seasonal crew. Wintercreek uses low tillage\, cover cropping\, compost\, mulching and remineralization practices aimed at promoting soil health and growing the best food possible. We serve our community through the Poulsbo Farmers Market\, local food banks\, the online local food marketplace Kitsap Fresh\, as well as a handful of restaurants. \nRegistration Details \nDate: September 13th\, 2022 @ 4pm – 6pm (in-person event!)\nLocation: Poulsbo\, WA – Address will be provided to registered attendees\nAudience: Farmers and Producers only\nRegistration: Please only register for the farm walk if you plan to attend. 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. If 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———– \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.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-farm-walk-low-till-farming-with-wintercreek-farm/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Walk,Farmer Networking Event
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