Cover Crops: Planning for Success & Practical Termination

Interested in using cover crops on your farm but unsure where to start—or how to end them? 

Join Washington State University Extension, Clallam Conservation District, the Jefferson County Conservation District, and local farmers for a practical webinar exploring how to successfully incorporate cover crops into western Washington farming systems. Guest speakers include Nathan Stacey from Oregon State University and John Bellow from SpringRain Farm and Orchard. Together, they will discuss how to select the right cover crop species based on your production goals and share real-world lessons learned about terminating cover crops and integrating them into working farms. Whether you’re planting your first cover crop or looking to improve your management practices, you’ll leave with practical information you can apply this season. 

Topics Include:

• Why cover crops – soil health and nutrient management 

• Choosing the right cover crop species based on your goals 

• Understanding the purpose and benefits of different cover crops 

• Timing cover crop termination for successful crop rotations 

• Practical cover crop establishment and termination methods from local farmer 

• Questions and discussion with presenters 

Who should attend: Beginning farmers, diversified vegetable producers, orchard and perennial crop growers, livestock producers, small acreage landowners, anyone interested in improving soil health. 

Date: Tuesday August 11th 

Time: 6-7:30 pm 

Location: Zoom (webinar will be recorded and available)

Presenters: 

Nathan Stacey, Small Farms Extension Specialist, Oregon State University 

John Bellow, SpringRain Farm and Orchards  

Registration Details: Participants must pre-register to receive the Zoom link. Register here

This educational program is supported by the Washington State Conservation Commission’s Sustainable Farms and Fields Program, in partnership with Clallam Conservation District, Jefferson County Conservation District, and Washington State University Extension. Funding helps expand farmer education on soil health practices and supports implementation of cover crops through the Jefferson County Cover Crop Seed Program. 

WSU 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 at 121 Oak Bay Rd / 360-379-5610 at least two weeks prior to the event.