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Interim location found for Snohomish County’s Food and Farming center’s commercial kitchen

Temporary location needed to comply with USDA grant deadline change.

Tilth Alliance studies farmer perceptions of organic farming in Washington State

Farmers cited administrative burdens, record-keeping demands, and upfront costs as barriers to getting organic certification.

Nate’s Notes – Pierce County talks agritourism regs, WSDA grant opens, and more

Here are several items of note about agriculture in the Puget Sound region:

Washington Farmland Trust permanently protects 47 acres of last remaining commercial dairy farm in Pierce County

Haugen Dairy, a three-generation family farm near Buckley, sees future secured through conservation easement.

Washington State Declares September Eat Local Month

Washington State has declared September 2026 ‘Eat Local Month’. This declaration affirms and honors the diverse and vibrant community of farmers, fishermen, and food artisans who provide fresh, healthy, and sustainably produced food for us all to enjoy.    Eat Local Month celebrates the bounty of Washington’s local food with

Breum family earns Centennial Farm designation in recognition for commitment to agriculture in Snohomish County

Stanwood-based farmers will be honored during the opening ceremony of the Evergreen State Fair that begins at 2 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 27 in Monroe.

Washington Farmland Trust joins lawsuit against USDA

Washington Farmland Trust officials are raising money to offset loss of $676,000 in USDA grant funding.

U.S. District Court issues a preliminary injunction blocking conditions placed on USDA grants

Washington is part of group of states challenging conditions placed on USDA programs including nutrition assistance.

Polo matches take place in the heart of rural Skagit County

La Conner Polo Club holds events July through September.

Retiring Tilth Alliance director shares thoughts on smaller, family-owned farming in Washington

“Over these past eight years, I have seen the organization grow even stronger through the work of our staff, board, volunteers, partners, donors, farmers, gardeners, educators, advocates, and neighbors,” Spear said.

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Could religious facilities be built on farmland? Snohomish County considers the question

County Council member Sam Low said there is no proposal to change county code.

Tilth Conference registration opens, Ag Board talks tourism and more -- Nate's Notes

Here are several items in brief about agriculture in the Puget Sound region.

It’s Fair time throughout Western Washington

Try and take a day off as the summer winds to a close. A summer tradition is back as county fairs are popping up in coming weeks throughout Western Washington.  Taking place in every county in Western Washington, county fairs are chock-full of family entertainment – fair rides, concerts, car