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Taking an integrated look at urban agriculture

Building Integrated Agriculture academy is looking to start its first class in November. Application deadline is Oct. 5.

Not pursuing a church on Snohomish County farmland

Pastor of the Pursuit Northwest, which has a church in Snohomish, argues county’s A-10 agriculture zoning violates federal law.

Nate's notes — Farm conference tickets discounted, celebrations near, and more

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

Food Bank Farm near Snohomish needs volunteers for harvest

Volunteer numbers are down as a bountiful harvest arrives that will help supply food banks throughout Western Washington.

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.