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SUMMARY:Thurston Conservation District: Cover Crop Termination Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Soil Heroes who have (or are thinking about) planting cover crops: Congratulations on treating your soil well with a cover crop! Now what do you do? Learn when\, how\, and why to terminate your cover crop. This is both an educational and hands on workshop. Please register using the link below. Questions can be directed to Tina at twagner@thurstoncd.com. \nRSVP to Tina at twagner@thurstoncd.com or fill out this form.
URL:https://washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/event/thurston-conservation-district-cover-crop-termination-workshop/
LOCATION:Medicine Creek Community Garden\, 847 Old Pacific Hwy S\, Olympia\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Soil Health Event
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered what’s really happening beneath your boots? Now’s your chance to find out!\n\n\nJoin us and the Pacific Northwest Direct Seed Association (PNDSA) for a hands-on Summer Soil Health Event where we’ll literally dig into the soil. Explore soil pits showcasing different management practices with accompanying soil tests. See how farming decisions shape what’s happening underground. \n\nWhat you’ll experience:\nCompare soil pits under different management systems\nLearn how plant roots interact with soil horizons\nDiscover how organic matter forms and functions\nHear real-world insights from PNW farmers practicing soil health\nSee Demonstrations of equipment and tools used in biological soil amendments\nConnect and build relationships with peers across your industry.\n\nFeaturing Dr. Kris Nichols – renowned soil microbiologist and soil health expert. \nThis is a unique opportunity to see soil structure\, biology\, and roots up close while discussing practical ways to build healthier soils on your farm. \nWhether you’re a farmer\, agronomist\, student\, or soil enthusiast—come ready to dig deep\, ask questions\, and get your boots dirty! \nDon’t miss this chance to explore what’s happening beneath the surface. \nGet your tickets TODAY!
URL:https://washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/event/summer-soil-health-event/
LOCATION:Walla Walla Community College\, 500 Tausick Way\, Walla Walla\, WA\, 99362\, United States
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SUMMARY:Research & Education Grant Program 2027
DESCRIPTION:Western SARE Research & Education 2027 Call for Pre-Proposals\nThe Western SARE Administrative Council funds grant proposals that include creative and innovative on-farm/ranch research and educational outreach to advance Western SARE goals. All Western SARE projects must contain both research and education components. \n\nSubmission Deadline: Monday\, June 15\, 2026\, 5:00 pm MT\nProject Team/PI: Researcher\, Outreach Representative\, and at least three Producers\nFunding Limit: $350\,000\nProject Time Limit: Up to 3 years\nInvitations to submit announced: TBD\nIf selected\, Full Proposals Deadline: TBD\nFunding decisions announced: TBD\nContact: wsare-re@sare.org\n\nSubmit online at www.projects.sare.org
URL:https://washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/event/research-education-grant-program-2027/
LOCATION:WA
CATEGORIES:Financial Resource
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SUMMARY:Palouse Conservation District: Soil Health Tour
DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in joining Palouse Conservation District and University of Idaho-Extension for this event on Wednesday\, June 17th from 8:30 am – 12:30 pm.  \nThis farmer-focused tour will include discussion on practical strategies for improving soil conditions in dryland rotations\, integrating cattle with cover crops\, and using biostimulants to reduce synthetic inputs while supporting soil and plant health. This will be an in-person conservation tour with 4 stops near St. John/Rock Lake\, location details will be provided upon registration. Registration is required for this event. Registration closes on Wednesday\, June 10th at 5:00 pm. \nRegister here!
URL:https://washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/event/soil-health-tour/
LOCATION:In-person Conservation Tour with 4 stops near St. John/Rock Lake\, location details provided upon registration
CATEGORIES:Current
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SUMMARY:SoilShops: Free Soil Contaminant Workshops
DESCRIPTION:King Conservation District is partnering with the Department of Ecology to offer free soil testing events this growing season! \nThese events will be focused on lead and arsenic testing in areas most affected by the historic Tacoma Smelter Plume. This copper smelter operated for almost 100 years in Tacoma and transported lead\, arsenic\, and other heavy metal pollution to more than 1\,000 square miles of the Puget Sound. To find out if you live in an area affected by the plume\, search for your address on Dirt Alert. \nTo test your soil for lead and arsenic contaminants\, bring a sample of your soil to our SoilSHOP events this summer! King CD will test your soil to give you immediate results of lead and arsenic levels and provide expert advice on how to manage your soil. \nSave the date and stay tuned for details about these upcoming events: \n\nFederal Way SoilSHOP @ Federal Way Farmer’s Market\, Saturday May 16th from 9am to 3pm\n\n\nDes Moines SoilSHOP @ Midway Covenant Community Church\, Saturday June 20th from 10am to 2pm\n\n\nVashon SoilSHOP @ Vashon Strawberry Festival\, Saturday July 18th from 10am to 6pm and Sunday July 19th from 10am to 5pm
URL:https://washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/event/soilshops-free-soil-contaminant-workshops/
LOCATION:Midway Covenant Church\, 22460 24th Avenue South\, Des Moines\, WA\, 98198\, United States
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