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SUMMARY:BRIDGING THE GAP WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:Small-Scale Produce Farmers! \n\n\nCome learn best practices you can implement on your farm to minimize food safety risk\, increase product quality\, meet current regulations\, and keep your customers happy and healthy.\n\n\n \n\n\nWhen: February 4th\, 4pm to 6pm\n\n\nWhere: Kitsap County Fairgrounds – Eagles Nest Meeting Room (1195 NW Fairgrounds Rd\, Bremerton\, WA)\n\n\nTickets: This is a FREE workshop hosted by the Regional Small Farms team and Washington State Department of Agriculture. To reserve your spot\, please visit the Brown Paper Ticket link: \n\n\nhttps://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4494856\n\n\n \nWORKSHOP DETAILS:\n\n\nIncreasingly\, small farms must navigate a complex set of produce safety regulations\, market standards and buyer needs. This workshop will help farmers cut through the confusion and identify which standards apply to their farm and how to meet them.\n\n\n \n\n\nThe Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) will walk farmers through practices they would need to stay current with Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) standards and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Topics will include managing risk from humans\, animals\, soil\, water and tools and equipment. WSDA will also provide insights and resources on how to start a food safety plan.\n\n\n \n\n\nCome learn practical methods to manage microbial growth and contamination from the start of planting to sale! \n\n\n \n\n\n___________\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 / 360-337-7157 Ext. 6271) at least two weeks prior to the event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/bridging-the-gap-workshop/
LOCATION:Eagles Nest Community Room – 1195 NW Fairgrounds Rd\, Bremerton\, WA 98311\, 1195 NW Fairgrounds Rd\, Bremerton\, WA\, 98311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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SUMMARY:Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training
DESCRIPTION:  \nWho Should AttendFruit 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 \nThe 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)\nPost-harvest 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 \nThe 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. \nVisit this website for the latest Train the Trainer Information: https://producesafetyalliance.cornell.edu/training/train-trainer-course/. \nCosts to Attend \nTotal costs to attend the PSA Grower Training Course is $50. This price is subsidized by WSU and the fee will increase for future PSA Grower Trainings. \nIncludes materials\, certificate\, lunches and refreshments. \nDr. Faith Critzer is lead trainer. \nAdditional Information \nFor questions related to registering for the course\, please contact: \nCathy Blood\, Events Coordinator\nblood@wsu.edu\, 509-335-2845 \nFor any other questions\, please contact:\nFaith Critzer\, Produce Safety Extension Specialist\nfaith.critzer@wsu.edu\, 509-786-9203 \nFunding for this training was made possible\, in part\, by the Food and Drug Administration through grant PAR-16-137. The views expressed in written materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does any mention of trade names\, commercial practices\, or organization imply endorsement by the United States Government
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/produce-safety-alliance-grower-training-2/
LOCATION:Jamestown SKlallam Tribal Center\, 1033 Old Blyn Hwy\, Sequim\, WA\, 98382\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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SUMMARY:Basic Fruit Tree Care and Pruning Class 1
DESCRIPTION:Join Kitsap Harvest and Alan Lowe of the Peninsula Fruit Club\, for a new Basic Fruit Tree Care & Pruning class offering. Classes are held in-field\, and participants will need to dress weather appropriate and bring work gloves. Pruning tools will be provided for practice\, but participants are welcome to bring tools they are not familiar using for hands on guidance. \nAlan will discuss the basics of fruit tree health\, pruning tools\, as well as demonstrate proper pruning techniques. The second part of class participants will get hands on pruning practice. This class is intended to provide beginners the knowledge and confidence to begin caring for their fruit trees. Backyard gardeners\, new small acreage farmers and homeowners with fruit trees on their property are all encouraged to attend! \nWhen: There are three class offerings to choose from: \nSaturday\, February 22nd 10am to 12pm – South Kitsap Location \nSunday\, February 23rd 10am to 12pm – Bremerton Location \nSaturday\, February 29th 10am to 12pm – North Kitsap Location \n*Location address will be given via email the week of the event selected \nCost: $20\nAll ticket sales go towards supporting the Kitsap Harvest gleaning program!
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/basic-fruit-tree-care-and-pruning/
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SUMMARY:Blueberry Pruning Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin Master Gardener\, Jeanette Stehr-Green\, and farmer Gary Heaton of Blueberry Haven Farm for an informative and hands-on blueberry pruning workshop. This workshop is for farmers or berry growers. \nSaturday February 22\, 2020\n12-3pm\n$25 per person* \nTopics include:\n-Basic blueberry pruning principles and techniques for optimal fruit production\n-Growth patterns of blueberry canes\n-Considerations that affect pruning practices such as bush growth habit\, vigor\, neglect and other production methods\n-Renovate older\, neglected plants \nLocation:\n12-1pm – Crescent Grange Hall\, 50724 Hwy 112 Port Angeles\n1-3pm – Blueberry Haven Farm\, 173 Lewallen Rd\, Port Angeles\nThe first part of the workshop will take place at the Crescent Grange Hall for instruction and presentation. The latter part of the workshop will take place about 3 miles down the road at Blueberry Haven Farm. Travel is not provided to each location – please plan on driving to the farm. \nPlease bring the following:\n-Warm and dry clothes and footwear for outdoor weather for the afternoon on-farm pruning demonstration.\n-Gloves\n-Hand pruners and/or loppers\n-Lunch or snacks and beverage\n-Notepad and a writing utensil \nLunch is not provided. \nPlease note that wheelchair accessibility is available at the Grange location only. Unfortunately\, the farm’s uneven terrain is not wheelchair accessible. \n*If workshop cost is a barrier\, please contact Kellie Henwood at kellie.henwood@wsu.edu or (360) 379-5610 ext. 201 \nWSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Kellie Henwood (121 Oak Bay Rd\, Port Hadlock\, WA 98339 / kellie.henwood@wsu.edu / (360) 379-5610 ext. 201) at least two weeks prior to event.
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/blueberry-pruning-workshop/
LOCATION:Crescent Grange Hall\, 50724 WA-112\, 50724 WA-112\, Port Angeles\, 98363\, United States
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SUMMARY:Basic Fruit Tree Care and Pruning Class 2
DESCRIPTION:Join Kitsap Harvest and Alan Lowe of the Peninsula Fruit Club\, for a new Basic Fruit Tree Care & Pruning class offering. Classes are held in-field\, and participants will need to dress weather appropriate and bring work gloves. Pruning tools will be provided for practice\, but participants are welcome to bring tools they are not familiar using for hands on guidance. \nAlan will discuss the basics of fruit tree health\, pruning tools\, as well as demonstrate proper pruning techniques. The second part of class participants will get hands on pruning practice. This class is intended to provide beginners the knowledge and confidence to begin caring for their fruit trees. Backyard gardeners\, new small acreage farmers and homeowners with fruit trees on their property are all encouraged to attend! \nWhen: There are three class offerings to choose from: \nSaturday\, February 22nd 10am to 12pm – South Kitsap Location \nSunday\, February 23rd 10am to 12pm – Bremerton Location \nSaturday\, February 29th 10am to 12pm – North Kitsap Location \n*Location address will be given via email the week of the event selected \nCost: $20\nAll ticket sales go towards supporting the Kitsap Harvest gleaning program!
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/basic-fruit-tree-care-and-pruning-class-2/
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SUMMARY:Basic Fruit Tree Care and Pruning Class 3
DESCRIPTION:Join Kitsap Harvest and Alan Lowe of the Peninsula Fruit Club\, for a new Basic Fruit Tree Care & Pruning class offering. Classes are held in-field\, and participants will need to dress weather appropriate and bring work gloves. Pruning tools will be provided for practice\, but participants are welcome to bring tools they are not familiar using for hands on guidance. \nAlan will discuss the basics of fruit tree health\, pruning tools\, as well as demonstrate proper pruning techniques. The second part of class participants will get hands on pruning practice. This class is intended to provide beginners the knowledge and confidence to begin caring for their fruit trees. Backyard gardeners\, new small acreage farmers and homeowners with fruit trees on their property are all encouraged to attend! \nWhen: There are three class offerings to choose from: \nSaturday\, February 22nd 10am to 12pm – South Kitsap Location \nSunday\, February 23rd 10am to 12pm – Bremerton Location \nSaturday\, February 29th 10am to 12pm – North Kitsap Location \n*Location address will be given via email the week of event selected \nCost: $20\nAll ticket sales go towards supporting the Kitsap Harvest gleaning program!
URL:https://extension.wsu.edu/regionalsmallfarms/event/basic-fruit-tree-care-and-pruning-class-3/
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