Possible wet winter in store for Washington
Five on-shore flows this winter could resolve drought conditions in state. Website, www.ag-wx.com provides weather information catered to agriculture community.
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Nate’s notes – Ballard Farmers Market helps SNAP recipients, potato farmers get help making crop decisions.
Washington Farmland Trust creates gift guide, Sustainable agriculture research grants available,
Cider association works to connect public with cideries and farms
Between one third and one half of the cideries in the region grow their own fruit. Northwest Cider Association received grant from the Washington State Department of Agriculture.
Washington works to open exports of red raspberries to South Korea
Washington Red Raspberry Commission seeks to resolve phytosanitary concerns. Received WSDA Specialty Crop Block to help fund technical assistance.
Focus on Farming conference brings together Snohomish County agricultural community
Venerable conference marks 20th year helping farmers and growers at all levels. "Focus on Farming and Forestry Conference" takes place Wednesday, Nov. 5 at Evergreen State Fair Park in Monroe.
Nate's notes: Deadline nears for Tilth Conference, Cover crops show biofuel benefits, WSU Extension publishes new guides
Tilth Conference registration deadline Oct. 28, cover crop research shows biofuel benefits, WSU Extension publishes new guides.
Snohomish County seeks input on proposed Food and Farming Center
Proposed center is planned to be located at McCollum Park and will contain a processing and distribution center, a commercial kitchen and space for a farmers market.