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Farm Walk - WSU Field Day and Organic Farm

For the sixth year, Tilth Producers of Washington and Washington State University's Small Farms Team are offering a series of educational Farm Walks for growers. Farm Walks bring growers and agricultural specialists together to learn on working farms across Washington. 

Thursday July 30 –  WSU Field Day and Organic Farm, Pullman
Current University Research and Teaching in Organic Farming – Eastern Washington,
9:30am-1pm
Come discover the latest research and hands-on teaching methods being tested at the Washington State University (WSU) Organic Farm in Pullman, including a four-year study of diverse winter and summer vegetables grown in unheated, unlit field hoop houses to increase production efficiency. The farm operates a 105-member fruit and vegetable CSA, selling to the local community. Students provide the bulk of the labor as part of their academic program. Tour the farm with the farmers, researchers, and students guiding the discussions. Visitors will be introduced to current student projects and faculty research plots. (Organic)

Driving Directions:

From I-90 Eastbound, Take exit 245 for WA-23 toward Sprague/Harrington. Turn right at WA-23, and drive 43.6 mi. Turn right at Inland St/US-195, and continue on WA-195 for 9.1 mi. Take a slight left at N Main St/US-195, go 1.2 mi. Continue on E James St/WA-195, and follow WA-195 for 12.8 mi. Turn left at NW Davis Way/WA-270, bear right to stay on NW Davis Way/WA-270 for
2.2 mi. In Pullman, turn left at N Grand Ave/WA-27. Turn right at NE Stadium Way, 0.3 mi. Turn left at NE Valley Rd, 0.4 mi. Turn left at NE Merman Dr. Turn right at NE Terre View Dr, 0.3 mi. Continue on Farm Way, 1.2 mi. Turn left at Airport Rd/Airport Complex N. WSU Organic Farm is located inside Tukey Horticultural Orchard at the corner of Airport and Terre View Roads. Once inside Tukey, follow the signs to the organic farm.

Time: 
Jul 30 2009 - 9:30am - Jul 30 2009 - 1:00pm