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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230614T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230614T193000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230719T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230719T193000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230813T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230813T160000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230907T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230907T160000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230917T160000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230920T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230925
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231020T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231020T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231029
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231026T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231026T120000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231105T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231107T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T190000
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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
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231109T160000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240122T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T073120Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240130T053542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T053542Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240130T052807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T052807Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240125T102243Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240226T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240130T055446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T055446Z
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SUMMARY:Bookkeeping\, Sales & Reporting Class
DESCRIPTION:Photo credit: WSU Extension. Photo of NODC resource provider\, Karen Affeld\, with local herb company\, Heron Botanicals\, from Business Planning series.  \nPart of a Winter Training Series hosted by Jefferson County Farmers Market Association\, North Olympic Development Council and WSU Regional Small Farms Program. Pre-registration required. \nKeeping your books as a farm and/or food business is critical for success. Come learn in person with local experts how to track sales and use Quickbooks to track your business’ income and expenses\, run reports\, invoices\, and more. Using Quickbooks is not a pre-requisite for this class\, come and learn! \nTwo-part class: \n1) 6pm Sales tracking and reimbursement for ICFM vendors \n2] 6:45pm Use Quickbooks to track your business’s income and expenses and run reports and invoices. \nSpeakers: Pat Milliman\, JCFM Assistant Manager and Liz Arp\, L ARP Bookkeeping \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/bookkeeping-sales-reporting-class/
LOCATION:Fort Worden\, Commons A\, 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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240130T060857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T060857Z
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SUMMARY:Tax Season Class
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 is required. \nEvery farm and food business handles taxes to varying levels. Join us in person with a local tax prep consultant that will walk you through important considerations for your local business. \nTopics include: \n-Sole proprietorships and LLCs \n-Schedules C and F \n-Tracking income and expenses \n-What’s deductible and what\nisn’t \n-State taxes like B&O and sales tax. \nSpeaker: Kristin Cooper\, Kristin Cooper Tax Prep \n***Disclaimer*** this class is for educational purposes only and not considered a comprehensive replacement of using a professional tax expert for your business and personal taxes. \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/tax-season-class/
LOCATION:WSU Classroom\, 97 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA\, 98339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business of Farming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240302T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240302T171500
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240130T061835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T061835Z
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SUMMARY:Marketing: Tell Your Story
DESCRIPTION:Photo Credit: Port Angeles Farmers Market \nPart of a Winter Training Series hosted by Jefferson County Farmers Market Association\, North Olympic Development Council and WSU Regional Small Farms Program. Pre-registration is required. \nMarketing! Join us for a class on best practices for marketing as a small farm or food business\, regardless of where you are selling. Topics include\, how to tell your story\, grow your business reach using social media\, and create an inviting farmers market display to sell your product and bring shoppers back for more. \nSpeakers: Natalie Motson\, White Lotus Farm; Julia-Ellen Spruill-Smith\, Space Twins Provisions; Jessie Short\,JCFM Board; Laura Llewellyn\, Chimalow Produce; 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/marketing-tell-your-story/
LOCATION:Chimacum Grange\, 9572 Rhody Drive\, Chimacum\, WA\, 98325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business of Farming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240222T041024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T041024Z
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SUMMARY:Compost Heat Recovery System at Kitsap Farms
DESCRIPTION:Join Regional Small Farms for our next Dirt Talk Farm Walk out at Kitsap Farms in Hansville\, WA. Angie Cordiano and Harold Hogan will share with local farmers their new compost heat recovery system that they built to heat their fish house\, eliminating their need to continuously run heaters. They will be sharing how other farmers can build their own radiant heat systems in any greenhouse setting to extend their growing season and save on energy costs.     \n  \nDiscussion will be focused on:  \n\nTour of the Kitsap Farms Aquaponics system and set up \nOverview of their newly built Compost Heat Recovery System and step by step walk through of how it was built and benefits to the farm \nTips & tricks – things they learned from the process \nSharing resources and funding they received \nDiscussion from farmers in attendance\n\n\nIn addition\, they will provide their project plans to farmers who may be interested in building their own radiant heat system for greenhouse settings.    \n  \nRegistration Details  \nDate: March 14th\, 2024\, from 2pm – 4pm (in-person event!)  \nLocation:  – 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 Kitsap Farms:  \nAngela and Harold 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.  Harold 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.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/compost-heat-recovery-system-at-kitsap-farms/
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:20240325T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240307T024124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T024124Z
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SUMMARY:Red Meat Butchery Workshop for Processors
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small to mid-size PROCESSOR who works with local or regional producers? Join this workshop with WSU Meat Science Experts! \nWhen: Monday March 25th \n9:30am-4pm \nMorning Session \n\nInteractive butchery demo highlighting consumer trends in the NEW WA Meat Up Mobile Butchery Truck!\nDiscussion: how do you improve efficiency to increase profitability\nDiscussion: what are consumer preferences and why it matters\n\nAfternoon Session \n\nWSDA Grant & Assistance Opportunities and Regulatory Q&A\nDiscussion: how do you communicate with and keep customers\nDiscussion: what affects meat quality\, yield\, and value\nDiscussion: does your price reflect your full costs\n\nWhere: Sequim High School \n601 N Sequim Ave\, Sequim\, WA \nCost: $25 includes lunch and materials \nLimit to 10 participants \nPre-registration is required and you must be a meat processor in order to participate (this is not for the general public). Questions? Contact Sarah Lemon at the WSDA\, sarah.lemon@agr.wa.gov or call (206) 743-4169 \n \nPhoto of Meat Science mobile meat truck\, credit WSU.  \n\nReasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who notify us by March 1\, 2024 at 206-743-4169. WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office.  \nThis program is offered in partnership through Washington State University Extension and Washington State Department of Agriculture with grant funding from USDA NIFA – Western Extension Risk Management Education for Meat and Poultry Processing. 
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/red-meat-butchery-workshop-for-processors/
LOCATION:Sequim High School\, 601 N Sequim Ave\, Sequim\, 98382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Livestock,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240326T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240307T025304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T025304Z
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SUMMARY:Red Meat Butchery Workshop for Producers
DESCRIPTION:Are you a red meat PRODUCER who sells to local and regional customers? Join this workshop with WSU Meat Science Experts! \nWhen: Tuesday March 26th \n9:30am-4pm \nMorning Session \n\nInteractive butchery demo highlighting consumer trends in the NEW WA Meat Up Mobile Butchery Truck!\nDiscussion: how do you maximize value from your animals\nDiscussion: what are consumer preferences and why it matters\n\nAfternoon Session \n\nWSDA Grant & Assistance Opportunities and Regulatory Q&A\nDiscussion: how do you communicate with and keep customers\nDiscussion: what affects meat quality\, yield\, and value\nDiscussion: does your price reflect your full cost of production\n\nWhere: Sequim High School \n601 N Sequim Ave\, Sequim\, WA \nCost: $25 includes lunch and materials \nLimit to 10 participants \nPre-registration is required and you must be a meat producer in order to participate (this is not for the general public). Questions? Contact Sarah Lemon at the WSDA\, sarah.lemon@agr.wa.gov or call (206) 743-4169 \n \nPhoto of Meat Science mobile meat truck\, credit WSU.  \n\nReasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who notify us by March 1\, 2024 at 206-743-4169. WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. \nThis program is offered in partnership through Washington State University Extension and Washington State Department of Agriculture with grant funding from USDA NIFA – Western Extension Risk Management Education for Meat and Poultry Processing.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/red-meat-butchery-workshop-for-producers/
LOCATION:Sequim High School\, 601 N Sequim Ave\, Sequim\, 98382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Livestock
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240327T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240327T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240130T062459Z
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SUMMARY:Market Channels for Farm and Food Enterprises Webinar
DESCRIPTION:*Webinar will be recorded and added to our Online Learning Library page* \nPart of a Winter Training Series hosted by Jefferson County Farmers Market Association\, North Olympic Development Council and WSU Regional Small Farms Program. Pre-register in order to receive zoom link. \nThis webinar is for the diversified grower or food producer looking to expand their market channels or learn about existing channels from experienced panel of speakers. \nTopics Include: \n-Hear from a panel of experienced farmers and buyers \n-Identifying diverse market channels and tips for accessing new markets (this includes wholesale) \n-Expanding your current market channels \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/market-channels-for-farm-and-food-enterprises-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Business of Farming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kellie%20Henwood":MAILTO:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240408T120000
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SUMMARY:Dirt Talk Farm Walk: Propagating and Planting Sweetpotatoes
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms and nursery woman\, Leilani Wood\, of Sunbaked Greenhouse for an on-farm walk through of her greenhouse and sweetpotato propagation system. Farmers will learn:  \n\nMethods for propagating sweetpotato slips for planting \nHow to maximize slip production \nTips for planting rooted and unrooted slips \nGeneral information about managing a commercial plant production greenhouse\n\n\nRegistration Details  \n Date: Monday\, April 8\, 11:00 am – 12:00pm (farmers may stay later if there are more questions) (in-person event!)  \n Location:  Address will be provided to registered attendees  \n Audience: 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  \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/dirt-talk-farm-walk-propagating-and-planting-sweetpotatoes/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240410T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240410T200000
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SUMMARY:Open Office Hours WSDA Local Food System Infrastructure Grant
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms and the Kitsap Conservation District for our virtual open office hours discussing the Spring 2024 WSDA Local Food Systems Infrastructure Grant. This is a time for farmers to get questions answered from local resource representatives and former grant reviewers. \nThe Local Food System Infrastructure Grant program supports local food supply chains and market access for farms\, ranches\, food processors\, and food distributors. The intention is to fund projects that expand and strengthen collaboration across linkages in the regional food supply chain. \nThis virtual offering will include overview and discussion of the following topics: \n\nBrief overview of grant\, including allowable costs and ineligible costs\nMaking your application shine: tips to make your grant stand out\nNew and beginning farmer focus: What infrastructure is most needed (pack shed\, walk in or coolbot\, field transportation/processing\, etc)\nThinking ahead to next year’s opportunities\nQ&A with local agriculture resource representatives and former grant reviewers.\n\nIn addition to this local opportunity\, the WSDA has scheduled helpful applicant workshops and provides information and assistance via their grants webpage. \nWhen: April 10th\, 2024 @ 7pm\nWhere: Virtual\nAudience: Farmers and Food Producers\nRegistration: This is an online event. You must register to receive the Zoom link! \n \n  \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Jess Sappington (345 6th St. Suite 550\, Bremerton WA / jess.sappington@wsu.edu / 360- 228-7308) at least two weeks prior to the event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/open-office-hours-wsda-local-food-system-infrastructure-grant/
CATEGORIES:Online Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240418T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240418T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240328T060039Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Sweetpotatoes in Western Washington
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms for the next online Sweetpotato educational class. If you missed out last year\, here’s another chance to learn the basics of growing sweetpotatoes in the maritime climate of western Washington. Although sweetpotatoes are more commonly grown in the southern United States\, they can grow well here. \n\nLearn basic requirements for growing sweetpotatoes\, and techniques that will help create a better microclimate for them.\nFind out what varieties of sweetpotatoes local farms have tried\, and which are the best to grow if you have wireworms on your farm.\nWe’ll cover the basics from propagating planting slips to harvesting and curing the crop.\n\nRegistration Details\nDate: April 18th\, 2024\, 6pm – 7pm\nLocation: Online event!\nAudience: Farmers\, Homesteaders and Producers\nRegistration link: You must register to receive the Zoom link for the class. \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/growing-sweetpotatoes-in-western-washington/
CATEGORIES:Online Class
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240514T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T122419
CREATED:20240506T221403Z
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SUMMARY:Chicken Keeping 101
DESCRIPTION:Join WSU Regional Small Farms for our next online virtual educational offering all about Chickens! \nAcross Kitsap\, Jefferson and Clallam counties\, ranging from residents with small backyards to those managing large acreage\, raise chickens. This class is for those new to caring for poultry and for those who would like a refresher. The focus will be on how to start a flock\, how to keep your chickens healthy\, common mistakes and misconceptions in poultry care\, and connecting folks with resources to further build their knowledge. \nThis class is open to farmers and homesteaders across the region and further afield. It’s for both homesteaders and small farmers new to chickens. The class is also suitable for those seeking ways to better care for an already established flock. We will be joined by guest speaker Lisa Van Horn\, who will be sharing her years of knowledge as a poultry breeder and caretaker. \n  \nRegistration Details \nDate: May 14th\, 2024 from 6pm – 7pm (may go until 7:30pm for Q&A session) \nLocation: Online via Zoom (you must register to receive the Zoom link!) \nAudience: New & Beginning Farmers\, Homesteaders \nRegistration Link: \n \n  \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact CLARE MENARD (345 6th St. Suite 550\, Bremerton WA / 360-228-7308 / clare.menard@wsu.edu) at least one week prior to the event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/chicken-keeping-101/
CATEGORIES:Online Class
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clare%20Menard":MAILTO:clare.menard@wsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240520T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240520T160000
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SUMMARY:Planning for an Early Cut Flower Season\, Season Extension and Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Join Regional Small Farms as we dive into cut flowers with Stacy Marshall of Petal & Pitchfork Farm in Poulsbo\, WA. Combining an interactive presentation with a walk-through of the annual and perennial fields and tunnels\, we will talk through tunnel growing\, planning in late summer and early fall for a robust spring cut flower season and the benefits of plugs and perennials. A thread throughout this session will be the issue of climate change and how growers can best mitigate issues of unseasonably cool and wet temperatures\, field flooding and unpredictability in germination and maturation times. \nThis event is geared towards commercial cut flower growers who have at least 2-3 years of experience planning\, growing\, harvesting and selling. This foundation will make the concepts and discussions more accessible for individuals and the group. \nDiscussion will be focused on: \n\nUse of high and modified low tunnels for season extension and cool springs\nCold hardy annuals and perennials for a robust spring season\nPerennials for cutting and climate resiliency\nGermination vs. plugs\nWorking with climate change variables\n\nRegistration Details \nDate: May 20th\, 2024 @ 1pm – 4pm (in-person event!) \nLocation: Address will be provided to registered attendees \nAudience: Commercial cut flower growers with 2 – 3 years of experience growing\, harvesting and selling. \nRegistration link: \n \nPlease only register for the farm walk if you plan to attend as there is limited space for this event. If you register and are unable to come\, we kindly ask that you inform us at least 48 hours before the event so that we may open up registration to other interested farmers. \nIf you go to register and there are no spaces available\, please email jess.sappington@wsu.edu to be put on our cancellation list. \nPetal & Pitchfork Farm Bio: \nStacy has been passionate about native plants and plant cultivation for nearly three decades. She was a hobby grower at her home gardens throughout Kitsap County since 2000 before becoming a commercial cut flower grower in 2017 after she and her family moved to fifteen historic agricultural acres outside of Poulsbo and she became a graduate of the Floret Cut Flower Grower course. She currently grows on 3/4 of an acre which includes several fields and high tunnels and sells her flowers at retail through wedding and special order design work as well as at wholesale to local designers. Her family farm\, Petal & Pitchfork\, is managed and worked by herself\, her husband and their fifteen-year-old son. \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Jess Sappington (345 6th St. Suite 550\, Bremerton WA / jess.sappington@wsu.edu / 360- 228-7308 at least two weeks prior to the event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/planning-for-an-early-cut-flower-season-season-extension-and-climate-change/
CATEGORIES:Dirt Talk,Farm Event,Farm Walk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jess%20Sappington":MAILTO:jess.sappington@wsu.edu
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