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SUMMARY:Cultivating Success - Agricultural Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Offered Statewide\, Online\, and with Spanish Interpretation\nTuesdays from 6pm-8:30pm January 10th-March 28th 2023 fully online through Zoom. \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 12 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. \n\n\nThe Key Exercises for Ag Entrepreneurship Course: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBusiness Planning\nWho’s Buying What You’re Selling?—Market Channel Analysis\nHow to Cover Your Rear—Labor and Insurance Management\nBusiness Structures\nHow to Keep Your Books—Cashflow and Finances\nRisk Management\nAccessing Land\nHow to Reach Your Audience—Marketing and Branding\nTips for Success\n\nWhen: Tuesday evenings from 6pm – 8:30pm (January 10th – March 28th\, 2023)\nWhere: Virtual via Zoom\nAudience: Farmers and farm business operations\nCost: $200\nScholarships are available for Military Veterans and anyone for whom the course fee is a barrier. \nTo Register: Visit the cultivating success website for full information and to register: https://www.cultivatingsuccesswa.org/agricultural-entrepreneurship \n\n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/cultivating-success-agricultural-entrepreneurship-2/
CATEGORIES:Cultivating Success
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk Farm Walk: Aquaponics with Kitsap Farms
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Kitsap Farms in Hansville on January 23rd from 10am – 12pm for our next Dirt Talk Farm Walk. Farmers Angie Cordiano and Howard Hogan will be opening up their farm and sharing their expertise with us on Aquaponics and how they started their unique business venture.   \nTopics to be covered at the walk include:   \n\nType of fish that work in aquaponics systems and their pros and cons. \nOverall aquaponics system designs and walk through of Kitsap Farms chosen system \nFood Safety Concerns – water testing\, cleaning\, flushing grow beds \nWhat grows well and what does not \n\n\nChallenges \nBarriers to starting out in Aquaponics \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.  \n \nAlso on-site during the farm walk will be our partners from the Kitsap Conservation District with info on programs and assistance they are able to provide farmers.   \n  \n  \nRegistration Details  \n Date: January 23rd\, 10am to 12pm (in-person event!)  \n Location: Hansville\, WA  – Address will be provided to registered attendees  \n Audience: Farmers and Producers Only  \n Registration link: Please 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 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  \nMore about Kitsap Farms:   \nAngela and Howard have been residents of Kitsap County for over 10 years.  Angela grew up in New York City and works in insurance providing crop and other types of agriculture insurance.  Howard grew up on his family’s dairy farm outside of Dallas\, TX.  Together they own and operate Kitsap Farms\, an aquaponic farm in Hansville.  The vegetables consist of fancy lettuce\, herbs\, and other greens.  The fish are Blue Nile Tilapia\, fancy goldfish and one pet Koi fish!    \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.  \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-farm-walk-aquaponics-with-kitsap-farms/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Event,Farm Walk
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk: Season Planning & Seed Starting with Midori Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our latest online Dirt Talk event to learn all about season planning and seed starting. We will be joined by Marko Colby\, co-owner of Midori Farm in Quilcene\, WA. He will be sharing with us their strategies around planning and starting seeds for year-long production. Topics to be covered include:  \n\n Selecting varieties for success.\n Using spreadsheets for crop planning for successions.\n Seeding timing based on microclimates\, and crop protection.\n Planning high tunnel rotations\n Seed starting techniques in unheated high tunnels.  \n Transplanting tips for different vegetables. \n Q and A from farmer audience\n\nWhen: January 26th\, 2023 @ 6pm – 7:30pm \nWhere: Online Zoom \nAudience: Farmers and Producers \nRegistration: This is a free online event\, but you must register to receive Zoom link  \n \nMore about Midori Farm:  \nMidori Farm was started by Hanako Myers and Marko Colby in 2008 on a 5-acre parcel of rented land.  In 2013 they purchased 29 acres of sandy loam fields and forested land in the Quilcene Valley.  Each year with the help of many hands they have been working to transform a neglected pasture into a thriving diverse farm.  In 2017 they took on management of another 14 acres of pastureland and are working to bring it into production growing both soil building cover crops and vegetables.    \nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer or specialist willing to share their expertise in a given topic. Events are held in a supportive yet informal atmosphere\, that allows participants to share\, exchange perspectives\, and learn from each other without pressure. \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- 228-7308) at least two weeks prior to the event. 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/dirt-talk-season-planning-seed-starting-with-midori-farm/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farmer Networking Event
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SUMMARY:Developing a Food Safety Plan
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program in partnership with WSU Food Processing Extension and Research team. This training helps small to medium food processor fulfill Food Safety Modernization Act regulations that all personnel should be trained at least annually in food hygiene\, food safety and food defense! Who is this training for? Farmers with value-added products\, bakers\, acidified foods (jams\, jellies\, pickles)\, low-acid foods\, meat processors\, and more. This training helps small to medium food processors and growers fulfill training FSMA regulations by attending a food safety training every year! Our focus is to help our rural communities develop safer food systems. \nPlease contact Cathy Blood\, WSU Event Coordinator\, blood@wsu.edu or 509-335-2845\, regarding registration or contact Girish Ganjyal\, Extension Food Processing Specialist\, girish.ganjyal@wsu.eduor 509-335-5613 for content questions. \nWhen: March 7th\, 2023 @9am – 5pm \nWhere: In-person at the WSU Classroom\, Port Hadlock – 97 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA 98339 \nCost: $25 \nRegistration: https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0075-0013-7f982c3d445d413ab76f6ce1833c883d \nFor full event information please visit: https://foodprocessing.wsu.edu/extension/training/dfsp/ \n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/developing-a-food-safety-plan-2/
LOCATION:WSU Jefferson County Extension\, 97 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA\, 98339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Safety,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Good Manufacturing Practices & Basics of Sanitation
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program in partnership with WSU Food Processing Extension and Research team. This course provides basic information about sanitation and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs) for food plants.  CGMPs help to ensure the safety of food. The course walks through the principles of sanitation\, sanitation chemicals\, employee practices\, plant design\, and other related topics. Who is this training for? Farmers with value-added products\, bakers\, acidified foods (jams\, jellies\, pickles)\, low-acid foods\, meat processors\, and more. This training helps small to medium food processors and growers fulfill training FSMA regulations by attending a food safety training every year! Our focus is to help our rural communities develop safer food systems. \nPlease contact Cathy Blood\, WSU Event Coordinator\, blood@wsu.edu or 509-335-2845\, regarding registration or contact Girish Ganjyal\, Extension Food Processing Specialist\, girish.ganjyal@wsu.eduor 509-335-5613 for content questions. \nWhen: March 8th\, 2023 @ 9am – 5pm \nWhere: In-person at the WSU Classroom\, Port Hadlock – 97 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA 98339 \nCost: $25 \nRegistration: https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0075-0013-fee640a1686a4f00b355b70fef6b39e9 \nFull information on food safety courses: https://foodprocessing.wsu.edu/extension/training/basic-sanitation/
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/good-manufacturing-practices-basics-of-sanitation/
LOCATION:WSU Jefferson County Extension\, 97 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA\, 98339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Safety,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training
DESCRIPTION:When: March 14th\, 2023 @8am – 5pm\nWhere: WSU Jefferson County Extension – 97 Oak Bay Rd\,  Port Hadlock\, WA 98339\nCost: $25\nRegistration: https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0075-0013-77432298b8614d7f95f95f15ee790394\n\n\nWho Should Attend Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety\, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule\, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs)\, and co-management of natural resources and food safety. The PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in § 112.22(c) that requires ‘At least one supervisor or responsible party for your farm must have successfully completed food safety training at least equivalent to that received under standardized curriculum recognized as adequate by the Food and Drug Administration.’ \nWhat to Expect at the PSA Grower Training Course The trainers will spend approximately seven hours of instruction time covering content contained in these seven modules: \n\nIntroduction to Produce Safety\nWorker Health\, Hygiene\, and Training\nSoil Amendments\nWildlife\, Domesticated Animals\, and Land Use\nAgricultural Water (Part I: Production Water; Part II: Postharvest Water)\nPostharvest Handling and Sanitation\nHow to Develop a Farm Food Safety Plan\n\nIn addition to learning about produce safety best practices\, key parts of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements are outlined within each module. There will be time for questions and discussion\, so participants should come prepared to share their experiences and produce safety questions. \nBenefits of Attending the Course The course will provide a foundation of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and co-management information\, FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements\, and details on how to develop a farm food safety plan. Individuals who participate in this course are expected to gain a basic understanding of: \n\nMicroorganisms relevant to produce safety and where they may be found on the farm\nHow to identify microbial risks\, practices that reduce risks\, and how to begin implementing produce safety practices on the farm\nParts of a farm food safety plan and how to begin writing one\nRequirements in the FSMA Produce Safety Rule and how to meet them.\n\nAfter attending the entire course\, participants will be eligible to receive a certificate from the Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO) that verifies they have completed the training course. To receive an AFDO certificate\, a participant must be present for the entire training and submit the appropriate paperwork to their trainer at the end of the course. Visit this website for the latest Train the Trainer Information: https://producesafetyalliance.cornell.edu/training/train-trainer-course/. \nCosts to Attend Total costs to attend the PSA Grower Training Course is $25. This price is subsidized. \n\n\n\nIn-person attendees will be given the manual onsite. \nIn-person attendees must attend the PSA GT all day from 8 am to 5 pm. \n\n\nPayments & Fees \n\nFee is $25 for Washington State residents.  For any other state\, the fee is $125.\nNo checks\, only credit cards or debit cards.\nCancellation will be allowed 7 days before the start date of the training with a $5 cancellation fee.  After that time\, no cancellations will be accepted.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/produce-safety-alliance-grower-training-3/
LOCATION:WSU Jefferson County Extension\, 97 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA\, 98339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Safety,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Basic Goat Care at The Smithshyre
DESCRIPTION:Join farmer Roni Smith of The Smithshyre in Poulsbo for an on-farm tour on March 21st\, from 10am to 12pm. Roni will be sharing out helpful information for farmers interested in learning more about Basic Goat Care. Topic to be discussed include: \n\nBasic needs (minerals\, feed\, housing\, and spacing)\nBasic care (hoof trimming\, and shearing-discussion)\nBreeding / lambing (nutrition\, planning for delivery\, and lamb care\nQ&A / discussion from farmer attendees\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 farmers and homesteaders interested in learning more about this topic\, not to the general public. \n \nRegistration Details \nDate: March 21st\, 10am to 12pm (in-person event!)\nLocation: Poulsbo\, WA – Address will be provided to registered attendees\nAudience: Farmers\, Homesteaders and Producers Only\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.\n \nMore about Roni Smith:  \nRoni is the owner operator of The Smithshyre\, home of Kitsap Goat Yoga.  The farm offers many ways to interact with animals\, including goat yoga\, goat cuddle time\, and farm tours. All are a part of their agritourism offerings to the public in hopes of teaching about their farm practices and how to live more in concert with the land.  She’s been raising Finnish Landrace Sheep and Dwarf Nigerian Goats naturally for 9 years. \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/basic-goat-care-at-the-smithshyre/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Walk
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SUMMARY:Propagating and Growing Sweetpotatoes in the Pacific Northwest Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Interested in growing sweetpotatoes on the Olympic and/or Kitsap Peninsulas? Want to learn how and take part in an on-going research trial? Based on the experience of a handful of local farmers and trials at the WSU Mount Vernon Research Center\, Sweetpotatoes can be a viable crop in our northern maritime climate. The WSU Regional Small Farms Program is working in partnership with the Research station to bring trials to our area that are focused on finding sweetpotato varieties that are resistant to wireworm damage and that have other traits that benefit small scale organic farmers.\n\n\nShrijana Shrestha\, graduate student at the WSU Mount Vernon Research Center\, will share methods of producing sweetpotato cuttings from storage roots for planting in the late spring\, and provide growing tips. Producing sweetpotato cuttings on the farm saves money and reduces the likelihood of introducing new diseases to the farm through purchased planting stock. This class is the first in the series of remote and on-farm classes and field days that will be offered on all aspects of sweetpotato cultivation and related topics. \n \n\nThere is still space in our on-farm trials for more participants! Growers must be willing to grow a 30-40 foot row. Sweetpotato roots and one on one troubleshooting help will be provided\, along with the classes offered. Contact Laurel Moulton laurel.moulton@wsu.edu for more information.\n\n\nPhotos of growing and clipping sweetpotato slips at Wild Edge Farm\, Clallam County
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/propagating-and-growing-sweetpotatoes-in-the-pacific-northwest/
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SUMMARY:L&I Farm Internship Program & Farm Interns
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our latest online educational event all about the L&I Farm Internship program and a discussion around what farms should know about having interns. Presented by Christina Rodriguez\, Agricultural Employment Specialist & Cesar Sanchez\, Farm Internship Program Coordinator for Washington L&I. Discussion topics for the event include: \n\nUpdate on L&I Farm Internship Program\, what farms need to know and how to apply\nWhat L&I looks for when they do their on-farm check-in with participants\nAdditional overview of the basic legalities of having interns on your farm\nQ&A from farmer audience\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, April 11th 3:30pm – 5pm\nWhere: Online Zoom – link to be sent out after registration\nAudience: Farmers and Producers\nRegistration: This is a free online event\, but you must register to receive Zoom link \n \nMore about the L&I Farm Internship Program:  \nThe Farm Internship Program allows interns to safely work on small farms\, learn about farming practices\, and obtain hands-on experience. Farmers pass on vital knowledge to a new generation. For full information about the program please visit the L&I Farm Internship Program website.  \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/li-farm-internship-program-farm-interns/
CATEGORIES:Business of Farming
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SUMMARY:Spring Pasture Management &  Goat Kidding at Bowman Farms
DESCRIPTION:Join farmers Mark and Nancy Bowman of Bowman Farms in Port Angeles for an on-farm tour on April 18th from 1pm – 4pm. Mark and Nancy will be sharing their expertise on spring pasture management and goat kidding.  WSU Extension and Clallam Conservation District staff will be onsite offering best management practices for spring pasture management. \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. \nTopics to be discussed during the Farm Walk: \n\nGoat kidding:\n\nBest practices for optimal animal health\nBreeding considerations\n\n\nSpring pasture management:\n\nPlant and grass ID\nRotational grazing\nManaging stubble height\, harrowing\, mowing and more\n\n\n\nRegistration Details \nDate: April 18th\, 1pm – 4pm (in-person event!)\nLocation: Port Angeles\, WA – Address will be provided to registered attendees\nAudience: Farmers\, Homesteaders and Producers Only\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 as 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  \nMore about Bowman Farms: \nBowman Farms is a 17-acre livestock ranch dedicated to pasture raised meat goats and beef cattle.  Bowman Farms was established in 2016 by owners Mark and Nancy Bowman with the goal of raising healthy\, grass-fed livestock for wholesale and retail consumption on the Olympic Peninsula.  As grass farmers\, they take a long-term approach to rehabilitating their fields to increase fertility and production for year-round\, non-irrigated animal rotations. \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/spring-pasture-management-goat-kidding-at-bowman-farms/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Walk,Livestock
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SUMMARY:Lean Farming at Around the Table Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Kristofer Bejval\, farm assistant at Around the Table Farm in Poulsbo\, where they will be sharing their expertise around maximizing efficiency and minimizing waste in farming processes\, otherwise called lean farming.   \nThis farm walk will take a broad approach to the idea of lean farming at 3 levels.   \n1) the level of the individual farmer  \n2) the level of the team unit  \n3) and the farm system as a whole.   \nWe will discuss logistical avenues for setting up proactive and efficient farm systems\, ways to understand and implement streamlined workflow models\, and will address how to articulate and achieve sustainability goals within the whole farm context.   \nParticipants will identify Quality of Life goals and will discuss methods for achieving them. The class will include a facilitated discussion on efficiency within the farm system and ask attendees to consider ways in which we can proactively integrate efficiency as a value in our day-to-day experience of the farm system. It will invite participants to consider how we can use efficiency not as a competitive shaming force in our day-to-day\, but instead as an invitation towards supporting ease and longevity in our work. The class will include a farm tour with an emphasis on lean farming concepts in our small-scale draft-powered flower and vegetable production farm.  \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.  \n  \nRegistration Details \n Date: April 26th\, 2023 @3pm – 5pm (in-person event!) \nLocation:  Poulsbo\, WA – Address will be provided to registered attendees \nAudience: Farmers\, Homesteaders and Producers Only  \nRegistration link: Please 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.    \n \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  \nKristofer Bejval Bio:  \nKristofer grew up in rural Kitsap County in the woods of Seabeck\, around horses and with a big garden. They are a white settler of Czech and Italian heritage. Kristofer has been immersed in small-scale organic agriculture since 2016\, working at farms of varying scales across the country and running and managing their own flower and vegetable production market garden for two years in Jefferson County.   \nCurrently\, Kristofer works as an EMT in Jefferson County and as a draft horse teamster at Around the Table Farm in Poulsbo. Their agricultural background has included an emphasis on systems thinking\, labor management\, efficiency\, and lean farming as a way to maintain small-scale production farms. They believe good systems can lead to better quality of life for 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- 228-7308) at least two weeks prior to the event. 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/lean-farming-at-around-the-table-farm/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230502T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230502T160000
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CREATED:20230228T064546Z
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SUMMARY:Greenhouse Management at Midori Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Midori Farm on Tuesday\, May 2nd from 2pm – 4pm for our next Dirt Talk Farm Walk.  Farmer Hanako will be opening up their farm and sharing their expertise with us on managing seed starting for rotations and greenhouse management.\nTopics to be covered at the walk include: \n\nseeding techniques\, including vacuum seeder demonstration\ngermination techniques (heat tables\, germination chamber)\noverview of seeding & potting mediums (soil and containers)\npotting techniques\ngreenhouse sanitation and health\nnursery disease management\nbasic pest management\nnursery watering management\nsuccession seeding for success\nseeding schedules for our climate\ngeneral greenhouse/nursery organization\, record-keeping and management\nFarmer Q&A\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. \nRegistration Details \nDate: Tuesday\, May 2nd from 2pm – 4pm (in-person event!)\nLocation:   Quilcene\, WA– Address to be given after registration\nAudience: Farmers only\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 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. \nMore about Hanako and Midori Farm:  \nHanako discovered her love of gardening as a child and found her way to farming as a livelihood a few years into living in the Pacific Northwest. After spending years filling as many roles on the farm as possible\, she has settled happily into the task of managing and care-taking the farm’s plant nursery and propagation operations. She also takes care of the farm animals\, manages office operations and organizes a long list of behind-the-scenes details\, most of them invisible but imperative. Her favorite part of her job are early morning and evening walks through the propagation houses planning for the day and week ahead. \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/greenhouse-management-at-midori-farm/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Event,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:20230606T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230606T113000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152555
CREATED:20230516T201429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T201429Z
UID:2311-1686043800-1686051000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Propagating and Planting Sweetpotatoes
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms IPM Specialist\, Laurel Moulton\, to learn about sweetpotato production out at Wild Edge Farm in Port Angeles. Farmers Karen and Jim Halberg-Weaver will be providing a tour of their set up for sweetpotato slip production and their sweetpotato field. Planting tips and techniques for our cool climate will be discussed\, and participants will help plant a row of sweetpotato slips. Attendees will also learn about the Western SARE sponsored sweetpoato trials that they are hosting in conjunction with the WSU Regional Small Farms program. \nThis class and on farm tour is open to all beginning and current farmers\, not to the general public. Please only register 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 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: Tuesday\, June 6th @9:30am – 11:30am (in-person event!)\nLocation: Address to be given after registration\nAudience: Farmers only\nRegistration: Registration is required to attend \n \n  \nAbout Wild Edge Farm\nWild Edge Farm is a regenerative family farm offering pastured pork\, grass fed beef\, fresh produce and eggs locally and year-round. They sell at the Port Angeles Farmers’ Market\, make weekly deliveries\, and offer several CSA options. \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/propagating-and-planting-sweetpotatoes/
CATEGORIES:Farm Walk,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230614T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230614T193000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152555
CREATED:20230516T211710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T211710Z
UID:2316-1686765600-1686771000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Dirt Talk: Flea Beetles
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our latest online Dirt Talk event to learn all about Flea Beetles! We will be joined by WSU Regional Small Farms IPM Specialist\, Laurel Moulton\, along with guest farmers to discuss identification\, management and resources for flea beetles on your small farm. \nTopics to be covered include: \n\nFlea beetle biology and common species in the Pacific Northwest\nCrops that flea beetles’ impact and what damage looks like\nAvailable management techniques for flea beetles\nWSU resources\nFarmer Discussion: what experiences have you had with flea beetles? Are local farms having success with practices such as employing nematodes?\nFarmer Q&A\n\nWhen: June 14th\, 2023 @ 6pm – 7:30pm\nWhere: Online Zoom\nAudience: Farmers\, Producers\, Homesteaders\nRegistration: This is a free online event\, but you must register to receive Zoom link\n \nWhat is Dirt Talk?\nDirt Talk is hosted by WSU Regional Small Farms in conjunction with a local farmer or specialist willing to share their expertise in a given topic. Events are held in a supportive yet informal atmosphere\, that allows participants to share\, exchange perspectives\, and learn from each other without pressure.\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-flea-beetles/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,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:20230719T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230719T193000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230612T234312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T234312Z
UID:2335-1689789600-1689795000@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Sweetpotato Cultivation
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms IPM Specialist\, Laurel Moulton\, and find out what kind of sweetpotatoes local farms are growing and what techniques they have tried. The Olympic and Kitsap Peninsulas have a unique maritime climate where sweetpotatoes grow well but need a little heat boost. Find out about using black plastic mulch\, low tunnels and variety selection. \nThis online education event is part of a Western SARE grant sponsoring sweetpotato trials and education in conjunction with the WSU Regional Small Farms program. \nWhen: July 19th\, 2023 @ 6pm 7:30pm\nWhere: Online Zoom\nAudience: Farmers\, Producers\, Homesteaders\nRegistration: This is a free online event\, but you must register to receive Zoom link \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.\n\n 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/sweetpotato-cultivation/
CATEGORIES:Online Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230813T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230803T003741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T003741Z
UID:2362-1691920800-1691942400@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Kitsap Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:The 1st Annual Kitsap Farm Tour will be Sunday\, August 13th\, 2023 from 10am – 4pm! This is an opportunity for the public to visit multiple farms across Kitsap in a one-day\, self-guided tour.  Farms taking part are listed below. 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\, State of Washington Tourism and Visit Kitsap Peninsula. \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.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/kitsap-farm-tour/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230907T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230613T002744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T002744Z
UID:2338-1694095200-1694102400@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Sweetpotato Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Visit the sweetpotato trial fields at the WSU Northwest Research and Extension Center in Mount Vernon to see side-by-side comparison of common commercial varieties\, Washington farmer recommended varieties\, new wireworm resistant lines and unreleased breeding lines from the USDA sweetpotato program that are being assessed for western WA growing conditions. Samples of each variety will be harvested for viewing and harvest equipment will be on display. Results of NWREC trials will also be discussed. \nWhen: September 7th\, 2023 @ 2pm \nWhere: Northwest Research and Extension Center\, Mount Vernon (in person!)\n16650 WA-536\, Mount Vernon\, WA 98273 \nAudience: Farmers \nRegistration: You must register here to attend!\n \nField day activities require walking and standing for the duration of the event. Transportation to and from the sweetpotato fields and seating can be arranged by emailing laurel.moulton@wsu.edu\n\nCarpooling will be available from locations in Clallam and Jefferson County. Please email laurel.moulton@wsu.edu to inquire.\n\nFor additional questions regarding this event please reach out to Laurel Moulton at laurel.moulton@wsu.edu \n——- \nThis material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under award number 2022-38640-37490 through the Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under project number SW23-951. USDA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. Any opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. \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 Laurel Moulton laurel.moulton@wsu.edu / 360-565-2679 at least two weeks prior to the event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/sweetpotato-field-day/
LOCATION:Northwest Research and Extension Center
CATEGORIES:Farm Event,Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230803T005844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T005844Z
UID:2365-1694858400-1694966400@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Jefferson County Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Featuring 14 farms during the weekend of September 16th and 17th! The 21st annual Farm Tour is a self-guided tour that allows the community to connect with their local farmers. \nOur Mission: \n\nCelebrate locally grown food\, fiber\, and farm-made products\nInvite community members to learn from and engage with their local farmers\nStimulate economic opportunity for farms in Jefferson County\n\nParticipating in Farm Tour is FREE but there is a suggested $10 donation per car\, which can be paid at the farms or the Farm Tour Central at the Chimacum Corner Farmstand at 9122 Rhody Drive. To see a full list of participating farms\, please visit the website.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/jefferson-county-farm-tour-2/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230920T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230818T005404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T005404Z
UID:2379-1695200400-1695211200@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Cultivating Success: Is a Small Farm in Your Future?
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to help you explore the development of a small farm enterprise and create a plan of action for achieving your small farm dream!  \nSeptember 20th \n9am-12pm \nIn person at WSU Clallam County Extension \n$15 per person \nRegistration is required. \nInterested in starting a small farm in the city\, suburbs or country? Wonder what it would take\, and if you’re ready? Whether you’re in the planning stages or have just begun\, this 3 hour intensive workshop will help you determine what options are available for you\, explore potential markets and profitability for different enterprises\, network with others and learn what it takes to begin and sustain a small-scale farming business.  \nPrimary Topics Covered:  \n\nSetting Goals \nAssessing Resources \nTaking a Personal Inventory \nExploring Enterprises – Market Gardens & Livestock \nPanel of farmers and local food systems specialists  \nNetworking with Extension Educators and other small farmers in your area \n\nGuest speakers:  \nKellie Henwood\, WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Coordinator  \nSallie Constant\, WSU Clallam County Extension Farm to Food Bank Coordinator   \nJensen\, Owner operator\, SisterLand Farm in Port Angeles  \nMark Bowman\, Sustainable Agriculture Coordinator for North Olympic Development Council and owner of Bowman Farms in Port Angeles   \n Coffee\, tea\, pastries and fruit will be served as light refreshments\, but feel free to bring food.  
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/cultivating-success-is-a-small-farm-in-your-future/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231205
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230728T031146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T031146Z
UID:2354-1695600000-1701734399@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Cultivating Success Whole Farm Planning Course
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Success™: Whole Farm Planning will walk you through a step-by-step process\, to help you prepare a well thought out plan for your land\, life\, and farm business. Learn how to use a whole system lens to create a living plan for your small farm future. Classes will meet weekly through Zoom\, in an online classroom environment and you will be able to connect with a statewide community of other aspiring farm planners. Leave with tools for decision making and a road map to plan for your farming endeavors. Includes many opportunities for networking and community building in smaller breakout groups too! Come build a solid plan for a farm or food business that suits you. \nSeptember 25th – December 4th \n11-week course meets Mondays 6-8pm \n$200 per farm \nOnline course through zoom with in-person opportunities for our region \nScholarships available for military veterans or anyone for whom the course fee is a barrier \nThis course offers live Spanish interpretation and facilitation statewide. \nEste curso ofrece interpretación y facilitación en español en vivo en todo el estado.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/cultivating-success-whole-farm-planning-course/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231020T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230911T224943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T224943Z
UID:2394-1697810400-1697817600@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Harvesting & Curing Sweetpotatoes
DESCRIPTION:Join farmers Aaron and Dana Steege-Jackson of Around the Table Farm in Poulsbo for an on-farm walk-through of their sweetpotato harvesting and curing methods. Farmers in attendance will learn about: \n\nMethods for harvesting sweetpotatoes\nSuccessful curing methods\nTour of farm and special curing chamber they have built\n\nRegistration Details\nDate: Friday\, October 20th\, 2pm – 4pm (in-person event!) \nLocation: In person! Address will be provided to registered attendees \nAudience: Farmers\, Homesteaders and Producers Only \nRegistration link: Please only register for this 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. \n  \n \n—— \nThis material is based upon work that is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under award number 2022-38640-37490 through the Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program under project number SW23-951. USDA is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. Any opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. \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/regionalsmallfarms/event/harvesting-curing-sweetpotatoes/
CATEGORIES:Farm Walk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231029
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230421T041615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T041615Z
UID:2297-1698278400-1698537599@extension.wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Annual Tilth Conference
DESCRIPTION:About the Conference\nPara español\, hace clic on el botón arriba a la derecha. \nThe Tilth Conference is an annual event bringing together hundreds of farmers\, food system professionals\, researchers and educators for more than 25 lectures\, workshops and panel discussions that highlight Washington’s farmers. Tickets are offered on a sliding scale. \nWe’re excited to partner with Tilth Alliance and Washington Organic Recycling Council (WORC) to present this year’s event. \nTilth Conference speakers present on a range of topics covering a variety of scales\, experience levels and interests — from implementing new technology to developing expanding markets; from building food resiliency to creating change through political advocacy. Friday features a keynote speaker. \nThe Tilth Conference also includes a Farm Walk at nearby farms\, a variety of fun social and networking events\, an industry trade show\, community roundtable\, and a special banquet dinner and awards ceremony. \nCraving some Tilth Conference content in the meantime? Check out these two recordings from past conferences.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/annual-tilth-conference/
LOCATION:Fort Worden\, 210 Battery Way\, Port Townsend\, 98368\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231026T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260701T152556
CREATED:20230929T030255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T030255Z
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SUMMARY:Science Symposium: Integrated Pest Management in a Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:The science symposium is sponsored by the WSU Regional Small Farms Program\, with the theme\, “Integrated Pest Management in a Changing Climate.” The symposium will take place Thursday\, October 26; 9 a.m.-noon\, followed by farm tours in the afternoon. An integrated pest management themed poster session will be offered in the evening during happy hour. \nSymposium speakers include WSU plant pathologist Lindsey Du Toit and University of Idaho entomologist Sanford Eigenbrode. Du Toit will address how disease pressure in agricultural crops is expected to change as our climate changes and will offer tips on how farmers can adjust their integrated pest management practices to make their farm more resilient to disease pressure. Eigenbrode\, a leader in the changing climate impacts on the insect world\, will speak about what a changing climate means for both pests and beneficial insects. \nPart 1: “The Many Facets of Climate Change Impacts on Insect Pest Management”\nSpeaker: Sanford D. Eigenbrode\nIn response to changing climates\, insects are undergoing shifts in their geographic ranges\, voltinism\, abundance and phenology. Effects result from direct responses of the pest species or from interactions among pests\, their host plants\, and natural enemies. The direction of the effects are variable among pest species depending on climatic and ecological. In addition\, producers are modifying production systems in response to climate change\, potentially altering pest insect complexes and pest pressure in other ways. The talk takes a global perspective and then considers examples from Pacific Northwest cropping systems. \nPart 2: (Title coming soon)\nSpeaker: Lindsey Du Toit\nThis presentation will examine environmental influences on plant diseases\, and how climate change is expected to influence plant diseases in the Pacific Northwest. The session will also cover preventative disease management practices that are foundational to effective integrated pest management programs\, using case studies of diseases in specific vegetable and seed crops to illustrate these practices. \n\nAbout the Speakers\nSanford D. Eigenbrode – University of Idaho \n\nSanford D. Eigenbrode is Professor of Entomology\, University Distinguished Professor\, and an affiliate faculty in the Center for Research in Invasive Species at the University of Idaho\, USA. His research interests include insect-plant interactions\, landscape agricultural ecology\, climate change\, the chemical ecology of plant viruses and their vectors\, and weed biological control. \n\nLindsey Du Toit – Washington State University’s Mount Vernon Northwest Research and Extension Center \n\nLindsey du Toit is a Professor and Extension Plant Pathologist in the Department of Plant Pathology at Washington State University (WSU)\, specializing in vegetable seed crop pathology. Lindsey obtained a BSc degree in plant pathology at the University of Natal\, South Africa\, and MS and PhD degrees in plant pathology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She served as a diagnostician for the Plant & Insect Diagnostic Lab at the WSU Puyallup Research & Extension Center from 1998-2000\, and then became an Assistant Professor at the WSU Mount Vernon NWREC in 2000\, where she was promoted to Associate and then Full Professor. Her research and extension program focuses on the epidemiology and management of diseases affecting vegetable seed crops in the Pacific Northwest USA\, particularly small-seeded vegetables (e.g.\, spinach\, brassicas\, radish\, carrot\, onion\, table beet\, and Swiss chard). Lindsey teaches a graduate course in field plant pathology\, leads the Pacific Northwest Vegetable Extension Group\, holds the Alfred Christianson Distinguished Professorship in Vegetable Seed Science at WSU\, and is a Fellow and former President of the American Phytopathological Society.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/science-symposium-integrated-pest-management-in-a-changing-climate/
LOCATION:Fort Worden\, 210 Battery Way\, Port Townsend\, 98368\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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SUMMARY:Farm Infrastructure and Equipment Farm Walk
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nAbout the Farm Walk: Join WSU Regional Small Farms at Roots Farm\, a no-till regenerative mixed vegetable and fruits farm in Poulsbo\, for a special farm walk to learn all about farm infrastructure – types\, planning and how to creatively fund what you need. Topics Covered: \n\nOverview of how they set up their farm / types of infrastructure needed for their business model (initial plans vs. how it actually happened)\nFarm Walk showing on farm infrastructure and needs\nFunding on-farm infrastructure (how they did it\, who they went to for resources\, grants\, etc)\nCreative ways they employed to fund specific projects\nPlanning for future needs\n\nRegistration Details \nDate: Sunday\, November 5th\, 3pm – 5pm (in-person event!) \nLocation: Roots Farm – Poulsbo\, WA\nAudience: Farmers\, Homesteaders and Producers Only  \nRegistration link: Please 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.    \n \nIf you go to register and there are no spaces available\, please email kellie.henwood@wsu.edu to be put on our cancellation list.  \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 Kellie Henwood (121 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA 98339 or kellie.henwood@wsu.edu or (360) 379-5610 ext. 201) at least two weeks prior to the event. 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/farm-infrastructure-and-equipment-farm-walk/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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SUMMARY:WSDA Infrastructure Grant – Virtual Farmer Discussion Forum
DESCRIPTION:WSDA Infrastructure Grant – Virtual Farmer Discussion Forum \nDATE: Tuesday November 7th \nTIME: 6-7pm \nForum will be recorded! Even if you cannot attend\, register anyways to receive the recording. \nRegister here to receive zoom link: https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYqdOGsrTsoEtLk8-xUHtca3l_4vwcYh2Q6#/registration \nABOUT THE INFRASTRCUTURE GRANT: Applications are due November 15th. The purpose of the Local Food System Infrastructure Grant program is to support 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. This includes planning\, equipment\, and facilities that support on-farm post-harvest handling\, aggregation\, processing\, manufacturing\, storing\, distribution\, and sale of Washington grown\, caught\, and raised foods.\nLearn more: https://agr.wa.gov/departments/business-and-marketing-support/small-farm/infrastructure-grant \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND: farmers from Clallam\, Jefferson or Kitsap Counties who are applying for (or thinking about applying for) the WSDA Infrastructure Grant AND farmers who have successfully received WSDA Infrastructure Grant funds who want to share tips/experiences. \nABOUT THE VIRTUAL DISCUSSION: Hear from farmers who have successfully received funding from the infrastructure grant to share lessons learned\, network with other farmers about infrastructure needs/challenges\, and connect with helpful local resource providers. \nDiscussion topics include: \n\nCreating a strong proposal\nNarrative review/editing\nBudget/financial preparation and review\nWSDA resources\n\nResource Providers Present: \nDiane Fish\, Kitsap Conservation District Farm Planner/GRACE Program \nKellie Henwood\, WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program Coordinator \nAmit Sharma\, Director\, WSU Jefferson County Extension \nElise Wright\, Food Sector Business Development\, North Olympic Development Council \nMark Bowman\, Sustainable Agriculture Coordinator\, North Olympic Development Council \nStaff from WSDA Regional Markets team will be in attendance\, but please do consider attending one of the many Q&A sessions/office hours the WSDA is hosting before this virtual forum. \n***WSDA provides support for applicants!*** \nWe highly recommend you watch the recorded webinar about the grant and/or attend one of the many office hours and Q&A sessions from the following dates. Work on your application during these hours: \nThursday\, November 2nd 3pm PT: sign up here for a zoom link. \nMonday\, November 6th 11am PT: sign up here for a zoom link. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation provided. \nTuesday\, November 7th 12pm PT: sign up here for a zoom link. Meat and poultry questions highlighted \nThursday\, November 9th 4pm PT: sign up here for a zoom link. \nMonday\, November 13th 12pm PT: sign up here for a zoom link. Meat and poultry questions highlighted \nTuesday\, November 14th 9am PT: sign up here for a zoom link. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation provided. \nTuesday\, November 14th 4pm PT: sign up here for a zoom link.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/wsda-infrastructure-grant-virtual-farmer-discussion-forum/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231109T140000
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SUMMARY:Integrated Pest Management and Multi-Farm Collaboration Farm Walk
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nAbout the Farm Walk: Join WSU Regional Small Farms at River Run Farm in Sequim for a special farm walk featuring multiple farming enterprises on one farm and their approaches to managing pests in their operations. Come learn from a variety of diverse farming operations and network with other farmers! \nFarms include: \nRiver Run Farm – River Run Farm is a 100 acre\, mid-scale diversified certified organic vegetable\, berry and flower farm in Sequim co-founded in 2013 by friends sharing a deep reverence for good food and good living. River Run is committed to developing agricultural systems that prioritize soil health\, crop quality\, and produce affordability and are passionate about growing their farm into an agro-ecosystem that is producing exceptionally nutritious food while nurturing all of us to be better farmers. Farmer Noah from River Run will talk about how their pest and fertility challenges have evolved over the years\, and frustrations and successes managing for more pest and disease resistant crops. \nTampopo Farm – Tampopo Farm is a 2 acre vegetable and flower farm run by Matthew Rohanna and Teresa Shiraishi. We use organic and regenerative methods and sell at 2 farmers markets. We are open to any questions people may have. Possible topics we could speak to: small scale farming\, starting a small business\, combining vegetable and flower farming\, crop choices\, farmers markets\, challenges like pest management. \nSaltwater Seeds -Saltwater Seeds is an Organic Seed company that produces\nopen-pollinated seed adapted for the temperate Maritime climate. As a small\, diversified business\, we are committed to contributing to our small-scale agricultural economy by finding\, selecting\, and stewarding varieties that are productive\, delicious\, beautiful\, and well-adapted to our maritime climate. Farmers from Saltwater Seeds will give a basic\, small-scale seed cleaning demonstration. \nMollayo Farm – Mollayo Farm is a woman-owned pasture-raised poultry farm in its first year of operation. We raise delicious\, healthy\, happy chickens raised outdoors and on organic\, non-GMO\, corn-free\, soy-free feed. Our chickens are processed on-farm\, by hand and are sold fresh (never frozen!) through a local CSA. \nRegistration Details \nDate: Thursday November 9th from 2-4pm (in-person event!) \nLocation:  River Run Farm\, Sequim\nAudience: Farmers\, Homesteaders and Producers Only  \nRegistration link: Please 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.    \n \nIf you go to register and there are no spaces available\, please email kellie.henwood@wsu.edu to be put on our cancellation list.  \nCome learn about multi-farm collaboration! \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 Kellie Henwood (121 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA 98339 or kellie.henwood@wsu.edu or (360) 379-5610 ext. 201) at least two weeks prior to the event.  \n  \nPhoto images: photo of farm field provided by River Run Farm and photo of flea beetle sticky trap provided by WSU Extension at Goosefoot Farm.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/integrated-pest-management-and-multi-farm-collaboration-farm-walk/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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SUMMARY:Farmer Stress Assistance and Wellness Event
DESCRIPTION:Farmer Stress Assistance and Wellness Event \nMonday January 22\, 2024 \n9am-3pm at the Resort at Port Ludlow \nFree event for farmers with delicious food provided! \nPre-registration is required: https://farmerhealth.brownpapertickets.com/ \nJoin us for a day of learning and reflecting on how to reduce and manage stressors on your farm with a focus on physical\, emotional\, mental and financial health. Farming can be extremely stressful. Agriculture is known to be a dangerous occupation full of potential stressors like weather\, changing economic markets and machinery breakdowns. When these start to compound many farmers experience excessive stress\, making it hard to move forward to positive solutions. Due in part to the stresses faced in farming\, agricultural workers have rates of suicide much higher than the average rate.  Farmers need resources and support now more than ever. How can farmers care for themselves to sustain their tenure in agriculture? We will explore this query. \nJoin us for a free workshop with lunch and snacks provided in a comfortable\, relaxed setting. Walk away with practical knowledge and resources on how to manage the stresses of agriculture. We understand that these topics may be challenging to address in our agriculture community\, yet necessary in order to be proactive in community health and wellbeing. \nSpeakers include WSU Extension\, AgriAbility\, Western Regional Agricultural Stress Assistance Program\, Jefferson Healthcare\, and Jefferson Public Health. \nTopics include: \n\nTaking care of the farmer and managing stress on the farm\nPhysical injury prevention\, proper body mechanics\, stretching techniques\nAssistive technology if injury occurs to keep you farming\nMental health resources\, suicide awareness and reduction through QPR training (Question\, Persuade\, Refer)\nLocal services: access to affordable primary care providers\, charity care and financial assistance\, harm reduction services\, and more\n\nPlease register here: https://farmerhealth.brownpapertickets.com/ \nLunch generously provided by the Port Townsend Food Coop. \nRetreat space generously sponsored by the Resort at Port Ludlow. \nWorkshop sponsored by the WSU Extension AgriAbility Program.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/farmer-stress-assistance-and-wellness-event/
ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240206T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240206T123000
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SUMMARY:Farm and Food Grants Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Part of a Winter Training Series hosted by Jefferson County Farmers Market Association\, North Olympic Development Council and WSU Regional Small Farms Program. Pre-register to receive the zoom link. \nPrepare for writing a grant for your farm or food business and learn best practices for success! \nTopics include: \n-An overview of federal\, state and independent grant opportunities. \n-Submitting your strongest application. \n-Knowing your resources. \nSpeakers include Carlotta Donisi\, United States Department of Agriculture and Ryan McCarthy\, North Olympic Development Council \nFacilitated by Elise Wright\, North Olympic Development Council\, and Kellie Henwood\, WSU Regional Small Farms Program \n  \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact WSU Extension\, 121 Oak Bay Rd\, 360-379-5610 at least two weeks prior to the event. 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/farm-and-food-grants-webinar/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240220T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240220T200000
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Success Agricultural Entrepreneurship & Business Planning
DESCRIPTION:We’ll cover a broad range of topics and decision-making tools for you to create a successful small farm enterprise! Whether you are just exploring the opportunities available or already have an existing operation\, you’ll learn what it takes to create\, sustain\, and grow a viable small farm or food business. This is business planning with a special emphasis on the financial and legal issues unique to farm-based businesses. Develop the core elements of a business plan to guide your small business forward. \nCourse Details \n$200 per farm \nOnline 6 week course February 20th – March 26th on Tuesdays from 6pm-8pm\nwith regional in-person intensives April 13th in Skagit and Stevens Counties \nPart 1: 6 week course offered Tuesdays from 6pm-8:00pm February 20th-March 26th 2024 fully online through Zoom. Students access course syllabus\, calendar\, and learning modules through password protected website. Course offered with Spanish interpretation. \nPart 2: In-person Intensives in Western and Eastern WA located at the Skagit County and Stevens County Extension Offices on April 13th. \nScholarships are available for anyone for whom the course fee is a barrier.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/cultivating-success-agricultural-entrepreneurship-business-planning/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240224T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240224T120000
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SUMMARY:Pruning Blueberries at the Lazy J Tree Farm
DESCRIPTION:Blueberries: Pruning for Productivity by Jeanette Stehr-Green and Audreen Williams\, WSU Clallam County Master Gardeners. \nResearch has shown that when blueberry plants are not pruned or are pruned too lightly\, they fail to develop strong wood and become less productive. Blueberry growers need to establish an annual pruning regimen to remove old and diseased canes\, encourage the growth and development of strong new canes\, and ultimately increase the blueberry harvest.\nAfter hearing this presentation\, participants will be able to: \n– Describe the typical growth pattern of a blueberry cane.\n– Recognize blueberry canes of different ages.\n– Outline a systematic approach to pruning.\n– List considerations for pruning different varieties of blueberries or blueberry bushes that have been neglected. \nLate winter is the best time to prune blueberries. Blueberry growers will be able to apply what they learn soon after the presentation. With implementation of an annual pruning regimen\, the gardeners blueberry bushes will be happier and healthier and produce bigger and better berries! \nDate: February 24th\, 10:30am – 12pm \nAddress: Lazy J Tree Farm – 225 Gehrke Rd\, Port Angeles\, WA 98362\nYOU MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND! \nAudience: This workshop is applicable to Farmers\, Gardeners\, and Homesteaders \nRegistration: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6167880 \nSpace is limited for this event\, you must register to attend! \n***** This event is a crossover for gardeners\, farmers and homesteaders. If more than 20 people register for this event\, we will hold an afternoon session as well. An afternoon session will be announced on the 15th of February if it is needed. Please register now so we can plan accordingly.  *****
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/pruning-blueberries-at-the-lazy-j-tree-far/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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