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Tinker was a true gem of a human, but also an incredible farmer who started the dryland grain project in PT, was growing organic camelina for local oilseed use, as well as numerous other
efforts.
Kevin Murphy <https://news.wsu.edu/press-release/2024/07/09/new-clif-bar-and-king-arthur-baking-company-endowed-chair-to-lead-wsu-breadlab/> is an inspiring WSU seed researcher and
is part of the Organic Seed Alliance and WSU’s annual Buckwheat Festival that occurred in Chimacum this late summer. Farmers – please let me know if you need assistance in acquiring
this locally adapted buckwheat seed. It’s been a proven ally for soil health and other uses! Incredible summer cover crop variety for building soil tilth/organic matter, aeration, used
for crop rotations to mitigate diseases, holds many benefits for managing wireworm infestation, fabulous for IPM and food for pollinators, not to mention it’s delicious nutrient-packed
food use.
Don’t forget how incredible small grains are for your diversified farming needs!
Kellie Henwood
Regional Small Farms Program Coordinator
WSU Jefferson County Extension
121 Oak Bay Rd, Port Hadlock, WA 98339
Office: 360-379-5610 ext. 201
Email: kellie.henwood@wsu.edu <mailto:kellie.henwood@wsu.edu>
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