Vets on the Farm

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Vets on the Farm

Veterans are ready for a new mission and a way to transition back into civilian life and career. Havana St. Spokane, WA 99202

(509)535-7274

*Mission-
To provide Veterans of our community an opportunity to combine their military service and skills with an education in conservation which will lead to agricultural based employment.

*Goal One- Education
Provide Vets an opportunity to explore agriculturally based employment by offering programs and curriculum through WSU Extension and Spokane Community Colleges. Levels of completion will

be available and include course certification up to an Associate's degree.

*Goal Two- Partnership
Vets will be able to explore partnerships and internships on local farms and other agriculturally based business opportunities.

*Goal Three- Employment
Vets will be equipped to engage in employment with a new mission and sense of purpose. Areas of concentration will include small scale production agriculture, livestock management, equipment maintenence, custom farm work, ect.
1)Learning Farm Crew
2)Custom Operators
3)Small scale food production
4)Equine Therapy

Info please contact:
Spokane Conservation District
210 N.

07/28/2025

Beginner Beekeeper Workshop – Pullman, WA
Interested in bees? Ready to start your own hives? This two-day workshop is the perfect place to begin your beekeeping journey!

September 13–14, 2025,Pullman, WA
Registration closes September 5:
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/dttUj8VRgD

Topics include:
Honeybee biology
Beekeeping tools & hive types
Pest management
In-hive demonstrations

**Fulfills training for WASBA Beginner Beekeeper Certification

Cost:
• $170 – Workshop only
• $200 – Workshop + Saturday dinner
Limited spots – register now and BEE ready to learn!

"Bee-come" certified and confident.

07/24/2025

Swing by the Scale House!

Shop veteran-grown produce and support your local Veterans!
4420 E 8th Avenue, Spokane Valley

The Scale House Market Conservation District

07/22/2025

🌻 WEDNESDAY FARM STAND 🌻
📍 7524 S Ellis Rd, Spokane
🕒 Wednesday, July 23 | 3–7 PM

Come out to the farm for fresh-picked, Veteran-grown produce, herbs, and more! Every purchase includes a healthy serving of FREEDOM

🥕 Carrots, Beets, Turnips, Cabbage, Kale, Spinach
🍅 Slicing & Cherry Tomatoes
🥒 Snacking & Slicing Cucumbers
🌶 Jalapeños, Summer Squash, Bunching Onions
🧄 Garlic Powder, Basil & Lavender Pots
🥚 Fresh Duck Eggs
🧢 VOTF Hats, Tees, Tanks & Totes

Support your local veterans while stocking up on farm-fresh goods. We cannot wait to see you!

07/19/2025

🌿 Our very first outdoor market at the Scale House is happening today!

Go see Duane & Susan—two of our favorite humans—holding it down with fresh, Veteran-grown produce. 🥕🍅🌻

📍 Scale House Market | 8AM–2PM
Support local. Support Veterans. See you there!

Spokane Farm Corridors Spokane Conservation DistrictThe Scale House Market

07/18/2025

Reminder! 🚜🌻

We will not be at the farm tomorrow, Saturday, 7/19 - instead, you can find us at the Scale House Market at our BOOTH from 8am to 2pm! Go say hello to Duane & Susan!

Come by for farm-fresh produce, friendly faces, witty banter and your weekend favorites. 🍅🥬💐
📍 Scale House Market – 4420 E 8th Avenue, Spokane Valley

See you there!
The Scale House Market Spokane Farm Corridors Spokane Conservation District

07/17/2025

Nominations Now Open for Farmers and Ranchers to Serve on USDA Farm Service Agency County Committees
Nominations are now being accepted for farmers and ranchers to serve on local U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees. The County Committees play a significant role in executing and deciding on policy at the local level. Committee members are paid for their time and travel. The time commitment varies by county but is typically only a few hours per month.

All nomination forms for the 2025 election must be postmarked or received in the local FSA office by Aug. 1, 2025.

Review the map to see where elections take place in 2025.
Learn more & nominate: https://tinyurl.com/4y29x6ea
U.S. Department of Agriculture

07/17/2025

🌾 Are you thinking about the future of your farmland?

Join American Farmland Trust & Washington State University Extension for a Farmland Succession Mixer hosted by Washington Farmland Trust, Thurston Conservation District, and partners!

📅 August 12, 2025
🕒 3:00–6:00 PM
📍 Thurston County, Location TBD

Come connect with fellow landowners, hear real-life succession stories, and meet professionals who can help you plan for the future of your land. Enjoy light snacks, beverages, and meaningful conversations in a casual setting.

🔗Register: Scan the QR code or https://tinyurl.com/2p9ukuc6
📧 Questions? Contact: naylajc@wafarmlandtrust.org

American Farmland Trust Washington State University

07/16/2025

🌻 Farm Stand TODAY! 🌻
📍 7524 S Ellis Rd | 🕒 3–7 PM

Come see what is fresh-picked and freedom-packed today, Wednesday, at Vets on the Farm!
💥 With every purchase today… we are throwing in a little something extra: FREEDOM

🥕 Beets, carrots, cabbage & kale
🍅 Juicy tomatoes & crunchy cukes
🌿 Basil & lavender pots
🧄 Garlic powder, duck eggs & more!
👕 VOTF hats, tanks, & totes too!
Support local. Eat fresh. Grow community.

Spokane Conservation District

07/16/2025

Cultivating Success: Whole Farm Planning

WSU Extension will be offering their Cultivating Success courses this fall. Courses are offered statewide, online and with Spanish interpretation. This course will cover a broad range of topics including production and markets for today’s small farm! Whether you are just exploring the opportunities available or already have an existing operation, you’ll learn what it takes to create, sustain, and grow a viable small farm.

Course Objectives:
• To gain knowledge of the practical aspects of whole farm planning for a wide variety of enterprises
• To gain an understanding of the various components of sustainable small-scale farming systems
• To gain skills in assessing the feasibility of developing a viable, sustainable, small-scale farming enterprise including how to evaluate personal and family goals, land and personal resources, and environmental outcomes
• To learn about available resources and support networks for sustainable farming
• To develop a whole farm plan that meets social, environmental, and financial goals

Mondays, Sept. 22nd through Nov. 3rd, 6-8 p.m.
Online course through Zoom with regional in-person opportunities
Cost: $200 registration per farm (up to 3 participants).

(Scholarships available for anyone for whom the course fee is a barrier). https://tinyurl.com/5a89tyj4

Learn more & register: https://tinyurl.com/hckzh8ee

07/15/2025

Cultivating Success: Explore Your Farm Dreams
This workshop is designed to help you explore the development of a small farm enterprise and create a plan of action for achieving your small farm dream! Interested in starting a small farm? Wonder what it would take, and if you’re ready? Whether you’re in the planning stages or have just begun, this 3-hour intensive class will help you determine what options are available for you, network with others and learn what it takes to begin and sustain a small-scale farming business.

Monday, August 18th 6-9 p.m.
Virtual, statewide with Spanish interpretation
Cost: $15

(Scholarships available to anyone for whom the class fee is a barrier): (https://tinyurl.com/5a89tyj4)

Register & Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/yckxb9ww
Cultivating Success Washington Washington State University

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