WSU Extension Spokane County

Keep Infants Safe in the midst of Formula Shortage

Keeping Infants Safe in Midst of Formula Shortages There are few things that worry a parent more than their children’s health and safety. The ongoing infant formula shortage due to supply chain issues, which worsened due to a major formula recall in February, has left many caregivers feeling concerned and anxious about their options for safely fee...

Avian Influenza detected in Spokane County.
Avian influenza, or bird flu, is a contagious viral infection commonly found in birds. The virus can affect several species of poultry, as well as wild birds and pet birds.
Keep your backyard flocks safe! Read more at WSDA: https://agr.wa.gov/departments/animals-livestock-and-pets/avian-health/avian-influenza

SOUL CEDAR FARM RECALLS ZESTY SWEET PEPPERS BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK
April 19, 2022—Out of an abundance of caution, Soul Cedar Farm of Quilcene, WA is voluntarily recalling all batches of shelf-stable Zesty Sweet Peppers because it has the potential to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum toxin, which can cause life-threatening illness or death. Consumers are warned not to use the product even if it does not look or smell spoiled.

Consumers who have purchased the Zest Sweet Peppers are urged not to consume the product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 612-801-0086 between the hours of 8AM and 5PM Pacific Time.

Becoming a successful agricultural entrepreneur is not easy! So, set yourself up from the start. This is business planning with a special emphasis on the financial and legal issues unique to farm-based businesses.

Agricultural Entrepreneurship / Emprendimiento agrícola — Cultivating Success™ Washington Agricultural EntrepreneurshipEmprendimiento agrícolaFarm and Food Business Planning / Planificación de empresas agrícolas y alimentarias Tuesdays February 8 through March 29th, 2022 6:00-8:30pmREGISTER NOW! Becoming a successful agricultural entrepreneur is not easy! So, set yourself up from the ...

Home Gardening in the Inland Northwest:
There is no right or wrong when it comes to what you want to grow in the garden, but there is a lot of consideration and preparation to make your garden successful! We will cover Inland Northwest Climate, what plants need, reading a seed packet, and much more.
https://extension.wsu.edu/spokane/event/home-gardening/