Ostrom, Marcia

Farmers markets bloom throughout Washington State bringing economic benefits and farm-to-table services. Get the data break-down here. ...

By USDA criteria, over 90% or 35,269 of Washington’s farms are considered small. While the total number of farms in Washington has increased slightly from the last census, this was largely due to gain ...

Small farms are important to Washington State, with significant numbers of them found in every county. Beyond their economic contributions, these farms serve critical land stewardship functions.

As Washington agricultural communities become more culturally and ethnically diverse, communicating and building relationships across cultures has become more important. Many factors play a role in su ...

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) are designed to provide individuals and families in need with access to food and a more healthful d ...

Better understand the characteristics of certified organic producers in Washington through this insightful analysis and discussion, here. ...