Agriculture
The San Juan Islands are home to a diverse range of direct-market vegetable and fruit producers, grain, forage and livestock farmers with unique challenges and opportunities relating to the island geography and economy.
The Washington State University San Juan County Extension Ag Program supports this vibrant farm community and food system by providing education on issues and topics important to agriculture in San Juan County. The program actively supports the needs of both new and experienced farmers through farmer education, engagement, and assistance. We emphasize practical, research-based information from WSU and other educational institutions and authorities. Priorities are identified through listening sessions, surveys, program evaluations and direct contacts.
San Juan County Farmers and ranchers are encouraged to reach out to the program coordinator for help finding information, resources, and support related to their farming enterprise. Whether you’re seeking technical advice, educational opportunities, or connections to other farmers and service providers, the Extension Ag Program is here to assist.
Program Contact
Rebecca Moore, Agriculture Program Coordinator
Quick Links
Extension Agricultural Offerings
The San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit is an annual gathering that supports a resilient and equitable future for agriculture in San Juan County by offering practical education, practices that support thriving ecosystems and economies, and opportunities to be in community.
Our Cultivating Success™ Program offers courses that provide beginning and existing farmers with the planning and decision-making tools, production skills and support necessary to develop a sustainable small acreage farm. Cultivating Success is a great educational opportunity for anyone interested in the knowledge and skills you need to be a successful small acreage farmer or rancher.
The WSU San Juan Extension office has tools and equipment available for SJC residents to borrow, including soil testing probes, a hay and forage sampler, and several weed wrenches.
AgWeatherNet’s (AWN) mission is to collect and deliver quality spatiotemporal weather data across Washington to drive on-target forecasts, models, and climatology. We provide diverse stakeholders with accurate weather observations and maintain decision-support tools to improve agriculture, animal production, ag-worker efficiency, and profitability while minimizing environmental impacts.
How to Connect
Want to stay up to date on Ag news, funding opportunities, new resources, and upcoming events in San Juan County and beyond? Join the San Juan Food and Farm listserv to receive notices to your inbox.
Subscribe to the San Juan County Farm and Food Listserv
Another way to stay connected is through the San Juan County Farmer-to-Farmer message board. Are you selling a piece of farm equipment? Looking to go in on a bulk purchase? Want to find out how other farmers in the County are dealing with a specific farming challenge? The message board is your forum to communicate with other farmers across the islands.
WSU Extension and Agriculture in San Juan County
San Juan County Fair Ag Tent and Speaker Series
Food System Plan for San Juan County
Read the plan and get involved!
