Are you a “new farmer” with less than 10 years of farming experience? Are you looking for an opportunity to establish a farm? With ample farmland, a retiring farmer population and a strong local food economy, the San Juan Island archipelago offers many opportunities for new farmers. Through funding from a USDA Beginning Farmer Rancher Development Grant (BFRG), several local organizations are offering support for new farmers seeking to establish a farm, including accessing farmland, mentoring, technical training, and business development.
For more information, contact farmer@sjiagguild.com or call 360-378-0095.