Washington Soil Health Initiative

With the rise of the soil health movement, farmers and agricultural professionals are facing an influx of products claiming to revolutionize soil health. From “activators” and “boosters” to “revitalizers” and “stimulators,” the market is saturated with soil health products making bold promises. But how many of these claims are backed by independent research? And what…

Event Highlights: Understanding Soil Health: Explore what soil health means for dryland cropping systems using livestock grazing. Economics: Gain insight into the economics of conservation practices in forage crops. Agricultural Carbon Market Opportunities: Learn about "climate-smart practices" and their benefits. Location: Lincoln County Fair & Event Center, Davenport, WA. Also available VIRTUALLY. Cost: Free! (pre-registration…

Date: Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm PST Location: Webinar Cost: Free Topics:  Connection of practice to policy Water Management Soil Amendment Rates Agroecosystem Resiliency and more. Registration: REGISTER HERE Lightning talk: Apply here to present a flash talk at this year's Virtual SoilCon25! Application submissions are due by January 28th.

Crops: Diversified Organic Cropping Systems with Integrated Livestock Date: Thursday, February 13th, 2025 Time: Starting at 9 am Location: WSU Puyallup Research and Extension Center, Puyallup, WA - Also available VIRTUALLY. Cost: Free! (pre-registration required) Topics:  Managing pasture micronutrients Handling the legume summer slump Farmer experiences Lessons learned from the LTARE site, and more Interested participants can…

Crops: Tree Fruit Date: February 27th, 2025 Time: 1:00 pm -4:30 pm PST Location: Confluence Technology Center, Wenatchee, WA Cost: $25 Topics:  What is tree fruit soil health? What is the new soil health initiative? Soil health management tools to help mitigate tree stress and improve fruit quality in the face of climate extremes. Tools to mitigate replant disease.…