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April 2019
Practicum in Sustainable Agriculture at Viva Farms
https://vivafarms.org/practicum-in-sustainable-agriculture/ https://vivafarms.org/practica
Find out more »October 2019
FREE Jump Start Your Pasture Class Series
FREE Jump Start Your Pasture Class Series Learn more about pasture management and renovation in this 3-week class series facilitated by the Skagit Conservation District and WSU Skagit County Extension’s Pasture Management Program. Refreshments will be provided. Dates: Wednesdays (October 30th, November 6th and November 20th) Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm *Doors open at 6:30pm. Come early for free ice cream Sundays! Location: WSU Skagit County Extension Office located in the Port of Skagit. 11768 Westar Lane, Suite A; Burlington, WA…
Find out more »February 2020
38th Annual Western Washington Potato Workshop
8:50 am Light refreshments - Thanks to our Refreshment Host Peoples Bank 9:20 Opening Remarks - Don McMoran 9:35 Washington State Potato Commission - Dr. Matthew Blua 10:00 Break 10:15 Weeds in Potatoes - Dr. Steven Seefeldt 10:30 Pump Command - Dr. David Wallace 10:45 Irrigation - Dr. Troy Peters 11:05 Wire Worm - Dr. Brook Brouwer 11:15 WSU NWREC - Chad Kruger 11:30 The Dollars and Cents Behind Non-Traditional Additives…
Find out more »Sustainable Connections Farm to Table Trade Meeting
https://eatlocalfirst.org/all-events/farm-to-table-trade-meeting/
Find out more »March 2020
Livestock Advisor Training Begins
Are you interested in raising beef, sheep, poultry, goats for meat, milk or fiber? WSU Livestock Advisor training begins a new 10-week series of classes March 3, 2020 at Stanwood High School. From fencing, feeding, housing, breeding to pasture management, learn how to raise high quality livestock sustainably. Network with WSU Livestock Advisors who share similar experiences and successes while raising livestock. Whether for your own family’s use or to increase your animals’ market value, our training will help you…
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Using Assistive Technology for Working Farmers
Washington AgrAbility focuses on keeping individuals working and functioning in rural communities who experience limitations such as injury, disease or aging. Learn how assistive technology resources and technical expertise enhance the quality of life for those working and living in rural communities. This training provides an overview of AgrAbility national history; anticipated Washington State services and technical support available; and a review of resources to find products, designs, ideas and techniques to improve safety and independence. A tool demonstration will…
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(FREE Online) Using Assistive Technology for Working Farmers
Learn how assistive technology resources and technical expertise enhance the quality of life for those working and living in rural communities. April 7, 2020 10am -12pm Registration Required.Please register by April 6th. To register, go to: https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/upMkcumqrzwrHZkz0lkTgj1y13wwcswyIg This training provides an overview of AgrAbility national history; anticipated Washington State services and technical support available; and a review of resources to find products, designs, ideas and techniques to improve safety and independence. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact…
Find out more »October 2020
Cultivating Success: Whole Farm Planning
¡Curso traducido al Español! The Key Exercises for Whole Farm Planning Course: Sustainability Concepts Whole Farm Planning Evaluating Resources Enterprise Assessment Marketing & Biz Strategies Farm Production Practices Ecological Soil Management Integrated Pest & Weed Management Livestock Considerations & Intensive Management Equipment & Facilities Considerations A 9-week course offered fully online through Zoom! Meets every Tuesday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm October 20th through December 15th , 2020* With a break November 3 Fall 2020 Whole Farm Planning courses are being offered fully online! This course…
Find out more »February 2021
Cultivating Success™: Agricultural Entrepreneurship/Emprendimiento Agricola
Cultivating Success™: Agricultural Entrepreneurship 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, to include a full line-up of guest experts and farmer speakers while also engaging in regional networking and support in breakout rooms. Becoming a successful agricultural entrepreneur is not easy!…
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