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HomeMy WebLinkAbout011924 WSU Agriculture Newsletter - January 2024ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. WSU Events, Farmer Resources, Job Opportunities and more View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/wsu/wsu-agriculture-newsletter-16045751?e=bae7ffec58> January 19, 2024 <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/22b41a0d-896b-44d3-c019-629d3b461951.png> <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/67a15cdc-91e8-5703-689f-3c798d5917ed.jpg> Agriculture Newsletter <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/9099b846-8b64-4b33-91e6-02b229a24611.png> The latest workshops, resources, news, job and networking opportunities for farmers and the agriculture community in Clallam, Jefferson and Kitsap Counties. In This Edition: * WSU Workshops & Events * Community Events & Classes * Resources (funding, farmer support, food safety) * Land, Farm & Equipment Listings * Job & Internship Opportunities * In the News <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/1b700186-e7f2-045e-29f0-7875140e1090.png> New! WSDA Office Hours for farmers on the Peninsula <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=e09dffbf72&e=bae7ffec58> Please register here <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=ce452e9e74&e=bae7ffec58> . Come learn about the WSDA Regional Markets Program! WSDA Regional Markets offers information, resources and grants, training and technical assistance, and regulatory guidance to farms and local buyers of Washington agricultural products. Program Staff and other farm resource providers will be on hand to answer your questions and share resources to support your small farm business and a facilitated networking hour to learn about successful farm to school partnerships and meet one-on-one with interested school buyers and local farmers. Dates and Times * Poulsbo: Wednesday, January 24, 2024 Farm Kitchen - 24309 Port Gamble Rd NE * Office Hours: 9am-10am * Farm to School Networking: 10am-11am * Port Angeles: Wednesday, January 24, 2024 Port Angeles Food Bank - 632 North Oakridge Drive * Office Hours: 2pm-3pm * Farm to School Networking: 3pm-4pm New! SoilCon 2024 SoilCon will be back in February 2024, but even better than ever. With in-person locations and tailored soil health content to Washington’s diverse regions, you are sure to find something new to learn. Details for all SoilCon events can be found at https://washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/events/ <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=f4d037b8b 2&e=bae7ffec58> Feb 6, SoilCon: Global Perspectives (online only) Feb 8, SoiCon: Diversified Organic (WSU Puyallup) Feb 13, SoilCon: Irrigated Perennials (WSU Prosser) Feb 15, SoilCon: NW Washington Annuals (WSU Mount Vernon) Feb 20, SoilCon: Dryland (Lincoln County Fairgrounds) New! Southwest WA Grazing School Hosted by WSU Thurston County Extension April 18th-21st See the full event details here <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=465d35e5d9&e=bae7ffec58> . <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/261fd77e-a5ec-20a3-c11b-2a1da4442aeb.png> New! Business Help for Small Farms in Clallam, Jefferson and Kitsap Counties January 24th, 6-7:30pm Sign up here <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=54bc73774b&e=bae7ffec58> Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering an online panel discussion with two regional business advisors on programs and resources to support your farm business. New! Prepare for Your Taxes Workshop February 8th, 4-5pm Hosted by the Center For Inclusive Entrepreneurship Learn more and register here <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=c9348e73d3&e=bae7ffec58> . New! Wildfire Preparedness in Agriculture OSU Extension - free course Free on-demand course <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=77cd711418&e=bae7ffec58> for a limited amount of time. This wildfire prep course is designed to prepare farmers, ranchers and rural residents for wildfires. You will cover wildfire risk awareness, emergency response and prevention planning, and creating defensible space. <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/d79d5c63-984f-9494-2602-839925cbff66.png> Funding NOW OPEN! Washington State Organic and Sustainable Farming Fund Deadline February 19th, learn more <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=c065684dca&e=bae7ffec58> . Tilth Alliance is accepting applications from farmers who seek financial assistance in support of projects that improve the economic viability, social impact, or environmental sustainability of their farm businesses and community. New! USDA Reminds Specialty Crop Growers of Deadline to Apply for Assistance for 2023 On-Farm Food Safety Expenses The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds specialty crop growers that assistance is available for producers who incur eligible on-farm food safety program expenses to obtain or renew a food safety certification through the Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops (FSCSC) program. Producers can apply for assistance on their calendar year 2023 expenses through Jan. 31, 2024. Learn more <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=ac64ab88ac&e=bae7ffec58> . Farmer Support New! Free Therapy Voucher Program for Farmers From WSU: Farmers, ranchers, farmworkers, and their families, continue to meet the onslaught of heavy demands that never seem to stop. Many of us have experienced a crisis in the last year, or we are currently in a crisis. The voucher program offers 6 free online sessions with a trained psychologist, to help you get where you want to be. Learn more here <https://wsu.us19.list-man age.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=5091ab4239&e=bae7ffec58> . New! Good Meat Project Office Hours WSDA Regional Markets Program and the Good Meat Project are working together to bring Washington farmers and ranchers and opportunity to meet one-on-one with a team of branding and marketing experts. This is an exciting opportunity to get individualized, targeted support for our business with the industry’s leading marketing experts, all with unique areas of expertise, that can help bring your business to the next level! There are limited spots available during January-March, so sign up today for this FREE opportunity <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click? u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=61101e4aaf&e=bae7ffec58> . New! WSDA Climate Resiliency Producer Survey The Washington Dept. of Agriculture (WSDA) is working on a Climate Resilience Plan to support agricultural producers through the effects of a changing climate. We want this plan to serve the needs and goals of Washington producers. Take the survey here <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=a4ae7bf396&e=bae7ffec58> . ICYMI - WSU Online Learning Library In case you missed it <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=f25d1b6cf8&e=bae7ffec58> - browse our Regional Small Farms online learning library recordings. Topics include crop production, soil health, business of farming, marketing & selling, water & weather, pest management, animal agriculture, and agritourism. New! WSU Podcasts Browse all of WSU's podcasts, Including Art of the Range, Farm Walks, Food Safety in a Minute, Forest Overstory and more here <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b &id=9f5c31cce4&e=bae7ffec58> . New! SARE Podcast, "Growing New Markets for Specialty Crops" Listen here <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=b25e88562b&e=bae7ffec58> . Each episode explores the different ways farmers are working to create new local markets for specialty and niche crops. Each partner episode will address a different production system or crop–from endives to small-grain value chains–and will feature farmers sharing their production and marketing strategies, challenges and successes along the way. <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/9c7af5f3-f52c-3a71-2f51-dfb78115e85b.jpg> Pests problems on your farm? Questions about livestock? Ask our Specialists! Our WSU staff specialists can work with you on your farm about a wide range of topics. * Laurel Moulton, Integrated Pest Management and Horticulture Specialist, laurel.moulton@wsu.edu * Dan McCarty, Livestock Specialist, dan.mccarty@wsu.edu Request Technical Assistance on Your Farm <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=7b52bde69e&e=bae7ffec58> Food and Produce Safety New! Brush up on your produce safety plans Browse resources from Produce Safety Alliance <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=bf7a8044c4&e=bae7ffec58> before the season gets going. <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/4c4c77f0-fda2-d3b8-31cb-6787ff4a21ab.png> S <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=b26dec416e&e=bae7ffec58> elling farmland? Buying/leasing farmland? Land access for a new generation Farm to Farmer is a full service program of Washington Farmland Trust that provides land access to a new generation of farmers around the state. The program helps farmers find land opportunities to grow their businesses, promote food sovereignty, or sell or lease their land to keep it in farming. Farm to Farmer offers personalized technical assistance to current and aspiring farmers, farming and non-farming landowners, veterans, real estate agents, and organizations looking to expand their incubator or ag park programs. To learn more, send an email to info@farmtofarmer. org <mailto:info@farmtofarmer.org> . VIEW LAND LISTINGS <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=75a36d1dcb&e=bae7ffec58> <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/372973c8-9fed-411d-0010-947aac7110e1.png> New! Education Coordinator, WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program, Bremerton Project-based short-term position. Responsible for the coordination and implementation of new and beginning farmer classes, networking events and program partnerships underneath the Regional Small Farms program. See full job description <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=5b5886e98c&e=bae7ffec58> . New! Part-time Goat Milker, Mystery Bay Farm, Nordland Must enjoy animals, cleaning and 6 am start. Will train. Hourly wage plus dairy products. Serious inquires only email: mysterybayfarm@gmail.com <mailto:mysterybayfarm@gmail.com> New! Spring Plan Nursery & Vegetable Production Teams (multiple jobs), Midori Farm, Quilcene See full job description <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=3395b588ba&e=bae7ffec58> . New! Farm Program Director, Tilth Alliance See full job description <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=0905d55808&e=bae7ffec58> . Multiple positions available for 2024 crew, River Run Farm, Sequim Housing available for all positions. Harvest, production crew, irrigator, propagation assistant and manager, direct seeder, marketeer, packshed manager, harvest crew lead. See full job descriptions <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=d6f15a3244&e=bae7ffec58> . 2024 Field Crew, Red Dog Farm, Chimacum See full job description <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=56a05c1e87&e=bae7ffec58> . New! Land Protection Specialist, Port Angeles See full job description <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=65909cc4cf&e=bae7ffec58> . Want to include your job opportunity in this newsletter? Email Kellie a link to your website or attach a pdf, kellie.henwood@wsu.edu <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/c6fa6245-0b06-c8b2-ac41-7fb306e196c9.png> New! New grant will allow WSU to help underserved farmers apply for loans The goal of the grant program is to launch a technical assistance provider network that informs eligible farmers about loans and helps them complete their applications. Read more <https://wsu.us19.li st-manage.com/track/click?u=360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=a31a9dcaa4&e=bae7ffec58> . New! Adapting to a Changing Climate Publication Western SARE has released our 28-page publication, Adapting to a Changing Climate: How Western SARE is Meeting the Needs of a Warming West. Read more <https://wsu.us19.list-manage.com/track/click?u=3 60ae1ff3a734621548b3598b&id=ba90dc8b41&e=bae7ffec58> . You made it to the bottom! We strive to include as many newsletter requests to the best of our ability. Please email us <mailto:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu?subject=Newsletter%20request> with questions or inclusion requests. WSU Regional Small Farms Team <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/f39c004b-dec0-4396-a51b-82beab82905b.png> Kellie Henwood Regional Small Farms Coordinator Washington State University Extension Clallam | Jefferson | Kitsap 121 Oak Bay Rd Port Hadlock, WA 98339 kellie.henwood@wsu.edu (360) 379-5610 ext. 201 <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/52a0bed7-703c-67e6-a233-b951dc476543.png> Jess Sappington Interim Director/Food Systems Program Coordinator WSU Kitsap County Extension 345 6th St. Suite 550 Bremerton, WA 98337 jess.sappington@wsu.edu <mailto:jess.sappington@wsu.edu> (360) 228-7308 office <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/e7d9d68e-06fb-29f1-1068-9627ea79366a.png> Laurel Moulton Regional Horticulture & IPM Specialist WSU Clallam County Extension 223 E. 4th St. Port Angeles, WA 98362 laurel.moulton@wsu.edu (360) 565- 2679 <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/581413f2-8bd3-e14c-aa5f-deb0c72ac38c.jpg> Dan McCarty Livestock Specialist WSU Clallam County Extension 223 E. 4th St. Port Angeles, WA 98362 dan.mccarty@wsu.edu (360) 460-6683 <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/a236811f-2c21-ed2d-e593-f6b03077f81b.png> Clea Rome Director WSU Clallam County Extension 223 E. 4th St. Port Angeles, WA 98362 clea.rome@wsu.edu (360) 912-3147 <https://mcusercontent.com/360ae1ff3a734621548b3598b/images/3be6d4e5-5bcb-2a65-f22a-46ac095781e5.png> Amit Sharma Director WSU Jefferson County Extension 121 Oak Bay Rd. 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