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On-Farm Composting - Adding Fertility for Your Soil
Andy Bary researches and educates producers about on-farm composting at Washington State University's Puyallup Research Station. Short's Family Farm comprises 400 acres in the Chimacum Valley. They produce USDA grass-fed beef, hay, silage, and "magical soil". In the afternoon, we will tour the Short's soil and compost facility. Participants will have hands-on learning opportunities.
Topics Include:
-On-farm Composting and Uses
-Feedstock Options
-Odor Management
-Manure and Pathogens
Hands-on demos include:
-Bulk Density
-Compost Moisture
-Compost Calculator
Lunch not included
Registration required
PLEASE NOTE THE TIMES LOCATIONS:
10am-Lunch at WSU Twin Vista Ranch, 6456 Flagler Road, Nordland on Marrowstone Island
1pm-4pm at Short's Family Farm, 1594 Center Road, Chimacum
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LocationWSU Twin Vista Ranch (View)
6456 Flagler Road
Nordland, WA 98368
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
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