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WSU Skagit County Extension Agricultural Suicide Prevention Program
Information and resources for producers experiencing farm stress and suicidal thoughts. Also provides six complimentary counseling sessions with a qualified provider. Call 1-800-FARMAID to learn more or arrange for services.
We specialize in:
- Farm Stress
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We work in these areas:
- Washington
Western Organic Dairy Producers Alliance
The mission of the WODPA is to preserve, protect and ensure the sustainability & integrity of organic dairy farming across the west.
We specialize in:
- Activism & Organizing
We can also help you with:
- Research, Technical Assistance, & Education
We work in these areas:
- California
- Idaho
- Montana
- Oregon
- Texas
- Washington
Washington State University Extension Agricultural Economist Program
WSU Extension’s agricultural economist Jon Paul Driver teaches a series of courses across Washington focusing on: Record Keeping and Budgets Evaluating Financial Condition Debt Management Knowledge and Options Cash Flow Management Reorganization Plans and Tools. This series will provide a basic core of knowledge for participants to address and improve farm and ranch financial management. In addition, Jon offers one-on-one consulting services and support for farmers and ranchers wanting to develop a reorganization plan that addresses their specific needs. Services are available at no charge.
We specialize in:
- Financial & Business Planning
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- Washington
Eat Local First
Local food means food that is grown, caught, raised, and made right here in Washington State. The Washington Food & Farm Finder will connect you with local food growers and producers.
We specialize in:
- Direct Marketing Assistance
- Institutional & Wholesale Markets
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- Washington
Chimacum Center
The Chimacum Center works in partnership and collaboration with land and farming partners and with grassroots and organizational allies around the Jefferson County region to nurture creative, collaborative and restorative rural projects in the arts, community-building, healing, housing, food justice and land access.
We specialize in:
- Farm Land Access & Succession Planning
- Funding Opportunities for Farmers
We can also help you with:
- Conservation Programs
- Financial & Business Planning
- Research, Technical Assistance, & Education
- Resources for Beginning Farmers
- Resources for BIPOC Farmers
We work in these areas:
- Washington
Business Impact NW
Business Impact NW is a nonprofit Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) dedicated to serving underbanked entrepreneurs. We provide coaching, classes, and access to capital to community small businesses, with an emphasis on working with traditionally underserved populations, entrepreneurial low/moderate income earners, women, BIPOC, veterans, immigrants or members of the LGBTQ+ community. We have been serving the community since 1997. We promote long-term positive economic change through financial services, business advice and training. We serve startups as well as existing businesses and are dedicated to helping underserved entrepreneurs at every stage in their business growth.
We specialize in:
- Financial & Business Planning
- Funding Opportunities for Farmers
We can also help you with:
- Resources for BIPOC Farmers
- Resources for LGBTQIA Farmers
- Resources for Veteran Farmers
- Resources for Women Farmers
We work in these areas:
- Alaska
- Idaho
- Oregon
- Washington
Washington State Agrability
Washington AgrAbility offers consultation services and education to connect you and your family to resources which promote well-being in the workplace and reduce risk of secondary injury. Washington State AgrAbility Project does not purchase individual equipment; however, you will be connected with resources available.
How We Can Help
Provide education about practices, accommodations, and available tools to ensure a safe return to the workplace post-injury or health concern
Collaborate with partners, providers, and agencies to ensure information and delivery of services are available for farmers and agriculture workers returning to work.
We specialize in:
- Farm Stress
- Resources for Farmers with Disabilities
We can also help you with:
- Resources for Veteran Farmers
We work in these areas:
- Washington
Washington State Department of Agriculture
Our diverse roles include providing fee-based services to the agriculture community, promoting Washington agricultural products, and ensuring regulations are observed.
We specialize in:
- Organic/Sustainable/Regenerative Transition & Support
We can also help you with:
- Direct Marketing Assistance
- Financial & Business Planning
- Funding Opportunities for Farmers
- Institutional & Wholesale Markets
- Research, Technical Assistance, & Education
We work in these areas:
- Washington
Rural Community Development Resources
Help limited-resource Hispanic producers enter agriculture and build successful collaborative businesses. RCDR’s Center for Latino Farmers guides beginning farmers with limited English skills as they establish their own family farms.
We specialize in:
- Resources for BIPOC Farmers
- Resources for Farmworkers / Migrant Workers
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We work in these areas:
- Washington
Northwest Agricultural Business Center
Northwest Agriculture Business Center (NABC) provides northwest Washington farmers with the skills and the resources required to profitably and efficiently supply their products to consumers, retailers, wholesalers, foodservice operators and food manufacturers. Its main office is located in Mt Vernon in the heart of Washington’s Skagit Valley farm region.
We specialize in:
- Direct Marketing Assistance
- Financial & Business Planning
- Institutional & Wholesale Markets
We can also help you with:
- Funding Opportunities for Farmers
- Institutional & Wholesale Markets
We work in these areas:
- Washington
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