Attend the eighth annual, FREE Whatcom Farm Expo on Saturday, March 2nd in the WECU Expo Building at the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden from 9am to 2pm. This event offers something for everyone. If you already operate a farm and are looking for new ideas or markets, are thinking of starting a small farm, making the transition from hobby to business, are a home gardener, interested in homesteading, or want to learn about local 4H programs, come learn about resources available for the whole family to learn something new.
This event is designed to be an informal meet-and-greet and networking opportunity. Visitors can engage with successful farm owners, market resources for local growers, community and farming advocacy groups, and much more. With exhibits for all ages, this event offers the opportunity to discover new resources to improve and expand productivity, animal and soil health, pasture quality, and homesteading happiness. Check out farm equipment first hand at the equipment showcase. The Expo will also offer information on funding opportunities through grants, rebates, and financial assistance programs.
The 2024 Farm Expo will include:
- Breakout workshop sessions with demonstrations and hands-on learning opportunities about goat hoof care, basic tractor maintenance, and caring for fruit trees.
- Over 40 different exhibitors from all walks of farming including bee keepers, horticulturalists, community organizations, specialists, and more!
- Seminars throughout the day from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on topics including raising chickens, bee keeping, getting started with raising animals, and organic certification.
- Multiple food and beverage options.
- Live animals.
- Hands-on demonstrations.
Hosted by Whatcom Conservation District and Whatcom County Public Works, the event is free, open to the public, and has activities for all ages! Visit www.whatcomcd.org/whatcom-farm-expo for more details, including the list of speakers and talks that will happen throughout the day. Special thanks to our sponsors: Costal Reality, Washington State Conservation Commission, Cloud Mountain Farm Center, & the Whatcom County Farm Bureau.
For more information contact: Aneka Sweeney, Education & Outreach Coordinator, 360-526-2381 x 103, asweeney@whatcomcd.org
