Join us at these upcoming town hall events to help shape our shared food future! Sun 4/16, 5pm: Orcas Event @Oddfellows Hall (112 Haven Rd, Eastsound) **All islanders are invited to participate in these highly interactive 1.5hr events** Building off of three years of research and engagement by the San Juan County Food System...
Join us at these upcoming town hall events to help shape our shared food future! Tue 4/18, 5pm: Lopez Event @Community Center (204 Village Rd, Lopez Island) **All islanders are invited to participate in these highly interactive 1.5hr events** Building off of three years of research and engagement by the San Juan County Food...
Join us at these upcoming town hall events to help shape our shared food future! Thu 4/20, 5pm: San Juan Event @Brickworks (150 Nichols St, Friday Harbor) **All islanders are invited to participate in these highly interactive 1.5hr events** Building off of three years of research and engagement by the San Juan County Food...
The Fresh Food Coalition invites you to the First Annual Universal Foodcare Conference on May 18th! Hear from legends in the food world and discuss pivotal events here in Washington State. Network with local food organizations that work "in the trenches" and brainstorm how we can bring about food sovereignty in Washington State. Guests will...
Hello farmers and gardeners! Dive into the world of living soils. Groundwork Soil Lab and the San Juan Islands Conservation District will be partnering on May 20th from 9:30-12:30pm on Orcas for an in-person, dynamic workshop focused on understanding soil microbiology and building biological compost piles. Learn how soil microbes improve plant vitality, water infiltration and retention, soil...
FARM Fund Awards available for 2023! Grants between $500 - $2,500 available to San Juan County farmers. More info or to apply at sjiagguild.com. Applications due July 7, 2023. The San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild and FARM Fund partners are excited to announce $26,900 in grants available to farmers for the 2023 season. 2023 FARM...
The fifth monthly farm tour topic is: Ecosystem Services: Mitigating Climate Change S&S Homestead Farm Lopez Island, Washington Saturday, July 8th 2:00 - 5:00pm *Learn how small-scale, regenerative farming helps mitigate climate change *Enjoy delicious, nutritionally whole food grown on the farm *Travel provided, as needed, to and from the farm, from the ferry terminal...
San Juan Island A free Early Learning Garden Program Held every other week on Wednesday! 10-11 am Slow Food Land and Sea Garden Located between Blair Ave and 2nd St Ave July 12 and 26th Aug 9 and 23th September 13 and 27th Intended for preschool age children accompanied by an adult. We will explore...
San Juan Island A free Early Learning Garden Program Held every other week on Wednesday! 10-11 am Slow Food Land and Sea Garden Located between Blair Ave and 2nd St Ave July 12 and 26th Aug 9 and 23th September 13 and 27th Intended for preschool age children accompanied by an adult. We will explore...
San Juan Island A free Early Learning Garden Program Held every other week on Wednesday! 10-11 am Slow Food Land and Sea Garden Located between Blair Ave and 2nd St Ave July 12 and 26th Aug 9 and 23th September 13 and 27th Intended for preschool age children accompanied by an adult. We will explore...
San Juan Island A free Early Learning Garden Program Held every other week on Wednesday! 10-11 am Slow Food Land and Sea Garden Located between Blair Ave and 2nd St Ave July 12 and 26th Aug 9 and 23th September 13 and 27th Intended for preschool age children accompanied by an adult. We will explore...
You're invited to an Apple Dehydration Workshop! On Thursday, August 17, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., 10 community members are invited to learn how to use the food dehydrator at Taproot Community Kitchen. Learn to dehydrate fruit, and take home the final product! Space is limited, so please email SarahDianeReeves@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
Join us at Warm Valley Farm for a special look at the many regenerative agricultural practices being utilized by Annie and Joel, as well as the projects run by the members of Orcas Community Participatory Agriculture. The tour of Warm Valley Farm, happening Saturday August 19th from 1-4 PM, provides a special window into the...
San Juan Island A free Early Learning Garden Program Held every other week on Wednesday! 10-11 am Slow Food Land and Sea Garden Located between Blair Ave and 2nd St Ave July 12 and 26th Aug 9 and 23th September 13 and 27th Intended for preschool age children accompanied by an adult. We will explore...
Looking to grow your farm business into a thriving and resilient enterprise? Seeking a strong foundation to scale up your production and systems? The Resilerator is like a business accelerator, but with an emphasis on long term sustainability instead of the rapid pursuit of short term profits. Dates: 11-week class meets Tuesdays from 4:00 pm -...
San Juan Island A free Early Learning Garden Program Held every other week on Wednesday! 10-11 am Slow Food Land and Sea Garden Located between Blair Ave and 2nd St Ave July 12 and 26th Aug 9 and 23th September 13 and 27th Intended for preschool age children accompanied by an adult. We will explore...
There is something for everyone during Farm Tours of the San Juans. From educational presentations and delicious foods, to free kids activities, pressing cider, and lots of farm animals. Paid and free events. Join us September 22-24th! For the San Juan Tour this year these wonderful farms will be participating. Aurora Farms Amaro Farms Saltaire...
San Juan Island A free Early Learning Garden Program Held every other week on Wednesday! 10-11 am Slow Food Land and Sea Garden Located between Blair Ave and 2nd St Ave July 12 and 26th Aug 9 and 23th September 13 and 27th Intended for preschool age children accompanied by an adult. We will explore...
There is something for everyone during Farm Tours of the San Juans. From educational presentations and delicious foods, to free kids activities, pressing cider, and lots of farm animals. Paid and free events. Join us September 22-24th! For the San Juan Tour this year these wonderful farms will be participating. Aurora Farms Amaro Farms Saltaire...
There is something for everyone during Farm Tours of the San Juans. From educational presentations and delicious foods, to free kids activities, pressing cider, and lots of farm animals. Paid and free events. Join us September 22-24th! For the San Juan Tour this year these wonderful farms will be participating. Aurora Farms Amaro Farms Saltaire...
Taproot is hosting 2 free workshops on Wednesday, October 11, and Thursday, October 12 for farmers and food businesses -- new and existing – here on Lopez. Dr. Girish Ganjyal, the WSU Food Processing Specialist, will host the workshops. Day One (Wednesday, October 11) will focus on product development for value-added foods. Day Two (Thursday, October 12) will focus on developing a...
Taproot is hosting 2 free workshops on Wednesday, October 11, and Thursday, October 12 for farmers and food businesses -- new and existing – here on Lopez. Dr. Girish Ganjyal, the WSU Food Processing Specialist, will host the workshops. Day One (Wednesday, October 11) will focus on product development for value-added foods. Day Two (Thursday, October 12) will focus on developing a...
For commercial growers in the San Juan Islands. Hosted by Saturn's Return Inn + Farm, and GroundWork Soil Lab October 14th, 9am-1pm Tickets $50.00 Scholarships available. Saturn's Return Inn + Farm 2687 West Valley Road https://www.saturnsreturn.com/about
You’re invited to join other native plant lovers at the Salish Seeds Project nursery on San Juan Island every third Thursday of the month, April – October. Tasks vary by the season, and can include weeding, seeding, thinning, transplanting, harvesting seed, spreading woodchips, pruning, and watering. Tools are provided, but please bring gloves, water, and anything else...
Help us plug some host plants and weed out unwanted ones in the Preservation Trust's habitat plots created for the Island Marble Butterfly on San Juan Island. You’ll learn loads about the butterfly, current management strategies, and results of some of the fascinating research currently underway on this highly rare and endemic species. Two sessions,...
Join us Wednesday, October 25th @ 2PM (EST) The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing the availability of webinars and office hours to share information and address questions about the Farm Labor Stabilization and Protection Pilot Program (FLSP). This competitive grant pilot program provides up to $65 million funding support to agricultural employers for...
We invite you to learn about AgWest Farm Credit's AgVision Program. AgVision champions efforts to support the success of young, beginning, and small ag producers, from serving new entrants in agriculture through the New Producer Grant to focusing on specialized loan programs and more. Join Jesika Harper for this virtual event! Jesika Harper is the...
Dirt Capital Partners works with farmers to provide long-term secure land access. Join us to learn about Dirt's model, including leases with purchase options, joint venture structures, and mortgages. Join Amanda and Martin for this virtual event. Amanda Zakharov is the Director of Investment for Dirt Capital Partners, focused on sourcing, underwriting, and closing new...
Help Steward Your Conservation Land Bank’s Turtleback Mountain Preserve! Volunteer alongside Land Bank and San Juan Preservation Trust staff as we take advantage of fall’s cooler days. Activities include planting Garry oak acorns and native wildflowers, performing trail maintenance, and invasive plant control. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring snacks/water if needed....
Islanders interested in a career in Bookkeeping or Accounting are invited to join an introductory class offered by the EDC and led by Jazmin Cicotti of Avid Accounting. The program will be held Saturdays, November 4 and 11, 2023, in Eastsound, WA. Learn more and apply here!
Islanders interested in a career in Bookkeeping or Accounting are invited to join an introductory class offered by the EDC and led by Jazmin Cicotti of Avid Accounting. The program will be held Saturdays, November 4 and 11, 2023, in Eastsound, WA. Learn more and apply here!
Help Steward Your Conservation Land Bank’s Turtleback Mountain Preserve! Volunteer alongside Land Bank and San Juan Preservation Trust staff as we take advantage of fall’s cooler days. Activities include planting Garry oak acorns and native wildflowers, performing trail maintenance, and invasive plant control. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring snacks/water if needed....
We invite you to learn about Food Safety Plans with Northwest Agriculture Business Center's Sera Hartman. This session will provide a brief introduction to developing food safety plans and is perfect for entrepreneurs looking to start or expand food businesses, and all others who prepare and distribute food. We will work through the questions on...
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Access to Capital Mondays: January 15 – February 19 It can be very difficult to navigate the process of getting grants or loans, especially if you did not come to farming with a background in finance. This course will cover the various aspects of seeking funding for a farm enterprise. Vegetable Production II Mondays: January...
Cornell Small Farms Program is offering a course on Holistic Financial Planning! From Cornell Small Farms Program: "Have you been struggling to make your farm operation profitable without driving yourself into the ground? Our financial planning course will help you with the delicate balancing act that all farmers must succeed in: balancing healthy profits with...
Ag Organizations
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Friday Harbor Brickworks
SJC Agricultural Resources Committee
WSU Extension SJC
Northwest Agriculture Business Center
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