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Washington State University Extension is working with foresters in the western part of the state to tap an emerging market.  Thanks to funding from the state Department of Agriculture, WSU Extension is supporting bigleaf maple syrup production.    ...

Billions of dollars in the economy and the health of millions of people in Washington depend on safe-to-eat foods in grocery stores, farmers markets and restaurants.  Three Washington State University Extension professions are working to ensure that meals and snacks are safe to consume, locally, nationally and even internationally.  Claire ...

Washington State University Extension has been honored for their effort to expand broadband access across the Evergreen state.  A team with Extension’s Community and Economic Development unit was recognized this summer by the National Association of Community Development Extension Professionals for their leadership in support of broadband expansion.  The ceremony ...

On Monday, March 25, 2024, Washington State University (WSU) Extension will be welcoming foresters of all skill levels to its 36th annual Loggers Workshop.

Wine grape harvest is underway across Washington making it an ideal time to look for any issues that could be impacting the vineyard, like phylloxera.

The Washington State University (WSU) Extension Chelan-Douglas Master Gardener Program is now accepting applications for its basic training course that starts in January. The primary portion of the training is conducted online through WSU, while the remainder is done via in-person classes which are taught by WSU Extension faculty and staff, as well as Master Gardeners volunteers and other experts.

Washington State University’s Forest Owners Winter School takes place this weekend.  Natalie Johnson with the state Department of Natural Resources, said the full day event is geared toward small forest landowners.   "It's everybody from very small forest land owners to moderate size," said Johnson.  "Our definition of...

The Washington State University Extension of Chelan and Douglas Counties is extending its registration period for their Master Gardener training course. The deadline to sign up is now January 18, and the new date has also pushed back the course dates by about two weeks...