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Each quarter, we bring you a Farmer Spotlight - a chance to meet the local farmers who grow your food right here in Kitsap County. Behind every farm is a unique story, from how they got started to what keeps them growing today. Meet Cynthia Mora, also known as “Farmer Rosie,” whose journey into farming has been shaped by curiosity, perseverance, and a lifelong love of learning. In this interview, Cynthia shares how she got started, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and

KCAA Members and Friends, We wanted to follow up with you regarding the Petersen Barn, and let you know where things stand. First, we want to thank everyone who signed our petition and shared your thoughts and ideas with the Great Peninsula Conservancy. You can find the public comments submitted through the petition here. We are equally grateful to everyone who came out to the community gathering at the Petersen Farm on August 15, contacted decision makers, shared information

We would like to thank everyone who signed our Petition to stop the demolition of the Petersen Barn in Silverdale. When we asked our community to show up - you did, and overwhelmingly so! Your responses made it clear just how much this piece of Kitsap County's history means to our community, and we want to say Thank You. All signatures and public comments can be found below. If you'd like to add additional signatures or comments - you can do so here. Supporter Name Addition

Dear Ag Partners, If you’ve been following the story of the Petersen Barn, today is your chance to stop reading about it and come see it for yourself. KCAA and Great Peninsula Conservancy are inviting the community out to Petersen Farm for a special tour of this remarkable piece of Kitsap’s agricultural history. Come walk the farm. See the historic barn up close. Hear the stories behind the property and learn more about why this place matters to the future of local agricultur

THANK YOU, KITSAP! It’s been an extremely busy 72 hours, but we wanted to give you an update on the Petersen Barn and our call to you for help. Yesterday, at the gates of the Petersen Farm in Silverdale, something pretty incredible happened. The demolition trucks never showed. And that didn't happen by accident. It happened because this community came together. To our agricultural community and supporters - everyone who signed the petition, emailed GPC, shared and e

SAVE THE PETERSEN BARN - HALT IMMEDIATE DEMOLITION THE STORY: The Great Peninsula Conservancy (GPC) has confirmed that demolition of the historic 1902 Petersen Barn is scheduled to begin Monday morning, August 10th. The Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance (KCAA) is asking GPC to PAUSE the demolition and engage the community before an irreplaceable piece of Kitsap's agricultural history is lost forever. This is not a new concern. KCAA has been working for more than 18 mo

Howdy everyone - we hope your summer is off to a great start! We’d like to share a roundup of announcements, upcoming events, and opportunities from across Kitsap’s agricultural community for the Summer of 2026. Take a look below to see what’s happening. Mark your calendars and we hope to see you at one of these great events! 23rd Legislative District Candidate Eco-Forum Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM This Sunday, the Kitsap Environmental Coalition (KEC) will hos

In early June, Roots Farm in northern Kitsap County, hosted an on-farm Vermiculture workshop. Jennifer Clark, farm owner, taught participants how to divert food scraps from the waste stream and transform them into nutrient-rich worm castings through vermicomposting. The hands-on class provided practical tools for farmers, gardeners, and community members to reduce organic waste, improve soil health, and contribute to a more sustainable local food system. Roots Farm received a

Do you dream of stewarding a working farm, growing food for your community, and making a lasting impact on local agriculture? Town & Country Markets is seeking a Farm Manager to lead and grow its established farm operation. This is a unique opportunity for someone who is passionate about sustainable agriculture, leadership, and community-focused food systems. As Farm Manager, you will oversee all aspects of daily farm operations, including: Crop planning and field production

Interested in raising cattle or chickens? WSU Regional Small Farms is offering several beginner-friendly livestock classes this month for small-scale farmers, backyard growers, and 4-H and FFA members. Forage and Grazing Nutrition June 17 | Online | 6:00–7:15 PM Learn how cattle utilize forages, understand nutritional needs, feed more economically, and develop supplementation strategies that support health and reproductive performance. Finishing: Grass or Grain June 23 | Onli

Each quarter, we bring you a Farmer Spotlight - a chance to meet local farmers who grow your food right here in Kitsap County. Behind every farm is a unique story, from how they got started to what keeps them growing today. Meet Jen Clark and Nikki Parks of Roots Farm in Poulsbo, WA - whose 13-year farming partnership has grown from a shared desire to connect people with healthy, local food. In this Farmer Spotlight, Jen shares how they built the farm together, the lessons t

The KCAA, in partnership with Mason-Kitsap Farm Bureau, awarded 21 scholarships to youth in the 1st Annual Junior Livestock Youth Scholarship during the month of March! This scholarship was designed to help youth livestock producers get started by covering some of the up-front costs associated with raising an animal for the Junior Livestock Auction. This scholarship was open to participants in grades K-12 in Kitsap and Mason counties - supporting both small and large animal

On Monday, March 23rd at 10 AM, Kitsap County Commissioners Oran Root, Christine Rolfes, and Katie Walters officially adopted the resolution appointing members to the newly established Kitsap County Agriculture Advisory Council. Appointed members include: District 1: Angela Cordiano, Mira Rosenkotz, Karissa Holcombe District 2: Scott Hall, Gary Winn, Dawn Oien District 3: Tonya Hirtzel, Christina Mayfield, Mickey Centeno Some of the Agricultural Advisory Council appointees

The KCAA is excited to offer 20 scholarships to community members who would like to attend a special screening of the documentary, Women's Work: The Untold Stories of America's Female Farmers , presented by Friends of the Farms. This powerful film highlights the voices and experiences of women in agriculture - stories that are often overlooked, yet deeply important to the future of farming. The screening will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026 , at the Lynwood Theatre on Ba

On Thursday, March 12th, the Kitsap Community & Agricultural Alliance (KCAA) held its Annual Meeting at the Eagle’s Nest Community Building at the Bremerton Fairgrounds. There wasn’t an empty seat in the room! The evening began with a potluck and social hour. From hot chili and cornbread to cucumber salad and peach cobbler, the spread was a delight. As attendees enjoyed dinner and caught up with friends, they also had the opportunity to visit tables hosted by other agricultur

First, we want to begin with a heartfelt thank you . Thank you for believing in the work that we do and for choosing to give in support of our mission of uplifting farmers, strengthening community connections, and deepening the link between our local farms and the families they feed. We set a goal of $2,000 for this one-day fundraising event , and thanks to your generosity, donations exceeded $2,250! We are incredibly grateful. Your contributions will allow us to expand our

At KCAA, we are proud to support the work of local farms and organizations that are building a more resilient, sustainable food system in Kitsap County. One of our partners, Roots Farm , is offering a series of hands-on vermicomposting workshops for our community. These practical, beginner-friendly workshops are designed to help participants turn everyday food scraps into nutrient-rich compost using simple, low-cost worm systems. By learning to compost with worms, community

What is the Kitsap Great Give? The Great Give is our community's day to come together for good. In one powerful day of giving (plus Early Giving!), neighbors, businesses, and friends unite to support the local nonprofits that make Kitsap a better place for everyone. Last year, our community raised $1.45 million from 3,233 donors through 7,467 gifts to support 354 local nonprofit organizations. KCAA was honored to be amongst those recipients in 2025. This year we are participa

On Thursday, February 26, the Kitsap County Department of Community Development (DCD) hosted an informational meeting to preview the newly approved Agricultural Advisory Council’s proposed bylaws, tentative meeting schedule, and draft 2026 work plan. The meeting was led by Heather Cleveland, Long Range Planner for Kitsap County DCD and Administrator for the Agricultural Advisory Council. Jess Sappington provided administrative support from WSU, and Diane Fish provided adminis

Our friends at Kitsap Fresh are hosting their Annual Meeting for member producers this Sunday, February 22, 2026 — and you’re invited! The meeting is open to current producers and anyone interested in learning more about Kitsap Fresh or exploring opportunities to work or volunteer with the organization. 🥗 Potluck begins at 11:30am 📋 Meeting starts at 12:00pm The meeting will be held at the Kitsap Fresh Warehouse - 5686 NE Minder Rd, Suite 201 Poulsbo, WA. A Zoom option wil