Resources for Farmers
Here you will find links and resources for both active farmers and aspiring farmers. Is there something we should add to our list? Click here to send us a note.
FARMERS & RANCHERS
Washington State University Extension
Your best resource for challenging questions about crops and livestock
Okanogan Office: (509) 422-7245
Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS)
Grant programs for on-farm conservation planning and practices
Okanogan Office: (509) 422-2750
Okanogan Conservation District
Grants and educational programs for on-farm conservation practices
(509) 422-0855
Washington State Department of Agriculture, Small Farm Team
Diverse programs and information to increase the economic viability of small farms
(206) 256-6157 or smallfarms@agr.wa.gov
Farm Service Agency (FSA)
Farm loan programs of the USDA (US Dept. of Agriculture)
Okanogan Office: (509) 422-2767
Tri-County Horticultural Pest & disease Board
Information for control of regional horticultural pest and diseases
Washington State University (WSU) Tree Fruit Extension
Wealth of information and current research for managing tree fruits in our region
Resources from the 2023 Methow Conservancy Farmers’ Forum
A range of resources focused on climate change, irrigation efficiencies, and funding sources.
ASPIRING FARMERS
Washington State University Extension
A great resource for beginning and aspiring farmers
Okanogan Office: (509) 422-7245
WSU Cultivating Success Classes
A comprehensive, 8-part class for beginning and aspiring farmers
Wenatchee Valley College
Offers high-quality courses in diverse agricultural topics
Tilth Alliance Annual Conference
A great opportunity for beginning and aspiring farmers to network with other farmers and resource providers — takes place in mid November ever year
Find Land to Farm
WA State Farm to FArmer Program
Allows farmers to place want ads for land, and land owners to put up listings about their properties.