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@wsuextension.bsky.social specialists provide statewide education & assistance to translate Washington’s residential energy code code into action. Since 2024, the #WSUEnergy Program has fielded > 4,000 questions & delivered dozens of outreach trainings. #GoCougs news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
WSU Extension team helps Washington home builders navigate energy code
Because a homebuilder's error can result in a health problem, lawsuit, or expensive retrofit, building to code is critical. The Residential Energy Codes Team in the WSU Energy Program helps anyone bui...
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February 2, 2026 at 5:56 PM
@wsuextension.bsky.social specialists provide statewide education & assistance to translate Washington’s residential energy code code into action. Since 2024, the #WSUEnergy Program has fielded > 4,000 questions & delivered dozens of outreach trainings. #GoCougs news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
This upcoming #WSU Extension workshop, highlighted by Good Fruit Grower, will focus on postharvest & pollination topics.
“Innovative Tools to Combat Emerging Diseases & Boost Pollination Workshop”: Feb. 18, 8:15 AM to 3 PM , in Wenatchee.
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“Innovative Tools to Combat Emerging Diseases & Boost Pollination Workshop”: Feb. 18, 8:15 AM to 3 PM , in Wenatchee.
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Washington State University offering postharvest and pollination workshop Feb. 18 - Good Fruit Grower
Washington State University announced a workshop focused on postharvest and pollination topics scheduled for Feb. 18 in Wenatchee. The event, “Innovative Tools to Combat Emerging Diseases and Boost P...
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January 30, 2026 at 6:09 PM
This upcoming #WSU Extension workshop, highlighted by Good Fruit Grower, will focus on postharvest & pollination topics.
“Innovative Tools to Combat Emerging Diseases & Boost Pollination Workshop”: Feb. 18, 8:15 AM to 3 PM , in Wenatchee.
goodfruit.com/washington-s...
“Innovative Tools to Combat Emerging Diseases & Boost Pollination Workshop”: Feb. 18, 8:15 AM to 3 PM , in Wenatchee.
goodfruit.com/washington-s...
Join #WSU Clark County Extension for a Zoom-based fruit tree pruning workshop on Friday, Feb. 6.
Expert Monica Maggio will share tips to improve tree shape, strength & fruit set.
Early registration required: events.cahnrs.wsu.edu/event/fruit-....
Expert Monica Maggio will share tips to improve tree shape, strength & fruit set.
Early registration required: events.cahnrs.wsu.edu/event/fruit-....
January 29, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Join #WSU Clark County Extension for a Zoom-based fruit tree pruning workshop on Friday, Feb. 6.
Expert Monica Maggio will share tips to improve tree shape, strength & fruit set.
Early registration required: events.cahnrs.wsu.edu/event/fruit-....
Expert Monica Maggio will share tips to improve tree shape, strength & fruit set.
Early registration required: events.cahnrs.wsu.edu/event/fruit-....
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Margaret Viebrock started working for @wsuextension.bsky.social in 1970. Nearly 56 years later, this #WSU institution is still doing award-winning work that helps people in our state. Thank you for your many decades of dedication & effort Margaret! #GoCougs news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/a-se...
A season of recognition for WSU’s longest-serving Extension specialist
In the same year she marked 55 years with WSU Extension, longtime educator Margaret Viebrock also earned national and state awards recognizing her professional work.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Margaret Viebrock started working for @wsuextension.bsky.social in 1970. Nearly 56 years later, this #WSU institution is still doing award-winning work that helps people in our state. Thank you for your many decades of dedication & effort Margaret! #GoCougs news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/a-se...
Registration is open for San Juan County Extension's 14th annual ag summit. Two days of learning & collaborating on topics like ag, food, fiber & related systems.
Space is limited, so claim your spot today!
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
Space is limited, so claim your spot today!
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
January 27, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Registration is open for San Juan County Extension's 14th annual ag summit. Two days of learning & collaborating on topics like ag, food, fiber & related systems.
Space is limited, so claim your spot today!
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
Space is limited, so claim your spot today!
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
SoilCon is back & is bringing together higher ed, industry, nonprofits, & government agencies to explore current topics in soil health. This year's theme will focus on what worked & what didn't.
Virtual & in-person events this February.
To register: washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/soilcon-2026/
Virtual & in-person events this February.
To register: washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/soilcon-2026/
January 26, 2026 at 7:49 PM
SoilCon is back & is bringing together higher ed, industry, nonprofits, & government agencies to explore current topics in soil health. This year's theme will focus on what worked & what didn't.
Virtual & in-person events this February.
To register: washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/soilcon-2026/
Virtual & in-person events this February.
To register: washingtonsoilhealthinitiative.com/soilcon-2026/
Love this article from Good Fruit Grower talking about the impactful work of #WSU Northwestern Washington Research & Extension Center's faculty and staff in pursuit of boosting apple production & improving efficiencies while lowering costs to growers. #GoCougs
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Cider center supports Western Washington growers - Good Fruit Grower
After decades of studying how to grow apples for hard cider, Washington State University researchers in Mount Vernon have a few ideas and have created online guides for growers.
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January 23, 2026 at 7:29 PM
Love this article from Good Fruit Grower talking about the impactful work of #WSU Northwestern Washington Research & Extension Center's faculty and staff in pursuit of boosting apple production & improving efficiencies while lowering costs to growers. #GoCougs
goodfruit.com/cider-center...
goodfruit.com/cider-center...
As a land-grant university, #WSU serves WA communities.
We help deliver on that mission through partnerships, education, & service.
Outreach earned WSU recognition as one of only 277 universities with the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. #GoCougs
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We help deliver on that mission through partnerships, education, & service.
Outreach earned WSU recognition as one of only 277 universities with the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. #GoCougs
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WSU recognized for community engagement efforts by Carnegie Foundation
The university’s status as a Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement Campus was renewed on Jan. 12.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:36 PM
As a land-grant university, #WSU serves WA communities.
We help deliver on that mission through partnerships, education, & service.
Outreach earned WSU recognition as one of only 277 universities with the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. #GoCougs
news.wsu.edu/news/2026/01...
We help deliver on that mission through partnerships, education, & service.
Outreach earned WSU recognition as one of only 277 universities with the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. #GoCougs
news.wsu.edu/news/2026/01...
Another great #WSU Extension Forestry event right after the Tree Farm Inspector Training course: the Family Foresters Roundtable; 1 PM, also in Spokane. Eat a hot lunch, network, share ideas, discuss forest improvements, & ask questions. Register today!
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January 20, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Another great #WSU Extension Forestry event right after the Tree Farm Inspector Training course: the Family Foresters Roundtable; 1 PM, also in Spokane. Eat a hot lunch, network, share ideas, discuss forest improvements, & ask questions. Register today!
forestry.wsu.edu/northeast-re...
forestry.wsu.edu/northeast-re...
Join #WSU Extension Forestry for the upcoming Tree Farm Inspector Training for consulting foresters, agency & industry personnel, & sustainability advocates.
Thurs., Jan. 22, 8–11 AM, Spokane, WA.
To learn more & connect:
forestry.wsu.edu/northeast-re...
Thurs., Jan. 22, 8–11 AM, Spokane, WA.
To learn more & connect:
forestry.wsu.edu/northeast-re...
January 20, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Join #WSU Extension Forestry for the upcoming Tree Farm Inspector Training for consulting foresters, agency & industry personnel, & sustainability advocates.
Thurs., Jan. 22, 8–11 AM, Spokane, WA.
To learn more & connect:
forestry.wsu.edu/northeast-re...
Thurs., Jan. 22, 8–11 AM, Spokane, WA.
To learn more & connect:
forestry.wsu.edu/northeast-re...
#WSU Skagit County Extension’s Don McMoran & Maddy Vanderkooy presented to a WA Senate committee on mental health support for farmers statewide, including a support hotline, legal assistance and/or an ag economist at low or no cost, & more. ⬇️
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WSU presents on ag mental health, animal disease detection
Public service programs delivered by Washington State University to support the mental health of those in the agricultural industry and to detect and monitor the spread of animal diseases were present...
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January 16, 2026 at 4:47 PM
#WSU Skagit County Extension’s Don McMoran & Maddy Vanderkooy presented to a WA Senate committee on mental health support for farmers statewide, including a support hotline, legal assistance and/or an ag economist at low or no cost, & more. ⬇️
governmentrelations.wsu.edu/2026/01/13/w...
governmentrelations.wsu.edu/2026/01/13/w...
Last week the #WSU 4-H Pierce County livestock judging team represented Washington at the 105th Western National Roundup Livestock Judging contest in Denver, CO.
Fantastic showing from the team! We’re looking forward to their continued success & future competitions! #GoCougs
Fantastic showing from the team! We’re looking forward to their continued success & future competitions! #GoCougs
January 15, 2026 at 4:03 PM
For the food & ag folks across WA, join us for the San Juan County Agricultural Summit, Feb 27 & 28.
Gain inspiration & education through keynotes, hands-on workshops, presentations from farmers & regional specialists, panel discussions, & more.
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
Gain inspiration & education through keynotes, hands-on workshops, presentations from farmers & regional specialists, panel discussions, & more.
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
January 14, 2026 at 8:25 PM
For the food & ag folks across WA, join us for the San Juan County Agricultural Summit, Feb 27 & 28.
Gain inspiration & education through keynotes, hands-on workshops, presentations from farmers & regional specialists, panel discussions, & more.
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
Gain inspiration & education through keynotes, hands-on workshops, presentations from farmers & regional specialists, panel discussions, & more.
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
Home gardeners and tree fruit enthusiasts know there’s work to be done in every season—even January. Check out this great Garden Tasks Calendar from #WSU Chelan and Douglas County Extension for ideas!
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January 13, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Home gardeners and tree fruit enthusiasts know there’s work to be done in every season—even January. Check out this great Garden Tasks Calendar from #WSU Chelan and Douglas County Extension for ideas!
extension.wsu.edu/chelan-dougl...
extension.wsu.edu/chelan-dougl...
Registration is open for the 14th Annual San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit, Feb. 27-28. Food producers, land stewards, & community members from across the islands & beyond are invited to gather for 2 days of learning, connection, & collaboration.
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
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January 8, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Registration is open for the 14th Annual San Juan Islands Agricultural Summit, Feb. 27-28. Food producers, land stewards, & community members from across the islands & beyond are invited to gather for 2 days of learning, connection, & collaboration.
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
extension.wsu.edu/sanjuan/agri...
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Interactions with other people are a predictor of health, according to ongoing @wsuextension.bsky.social research. By sharing food or checking in on someone close, neighbors can help each other & build a habit that supports community & personal well-being. news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
WSU Extension research showing goodwill toward neighbors boosts health outcomes
New Washington State University Extension research from the CHORDS Lab in Whatcom County suggests that strong neighborly connections improve health outcomes and reduce stress.
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January 7, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Interactions with other people are a predictor of health, according to ongoing @wsuextension.bsky.social research. By sharing food or checking in on someone close, neighbors can help each other & build a habit that supports community & personal well-being. news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
This #WSU Master Gardener intern declares 2026 “The Year of the Garden.”
“Gardening, at its core, . . . is a hopeful act.”
Read about their approach to gardening this year, & connect with us with any gardening-related questions!
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“Gardening, at its core, . . . is a hopeful act.”
Read about their approach to gardening this year, & connect with us with any gardening-related questions!
b-townblog.com/master-garde...
MASTER GARDENERS: Seeds of Intention: Planning a Garden in the Quiet of Winter - The B-Town (Burien) Blog
Seeds of Intention: Planning a Garden in the Quiet of Winter. By Jill Hall, 2025 Master Gardener Intern. As the dark days of winter settle in, my garden has tucked itself into its seasonal slumber. I ...
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January 6, 2026 at 6:01 PM
This #WSU Master Gardener intern declares 2026 “The Year of the Garden.”
“Gardening, at its core, . . . is a hopeful act.”
Read about their approach to gardening this year, & connect with us with any gardening-related questions!
b-townblog.com/master-garde...
“Gardening, at its core, . . . is a hopeful act.”
Read about their approach to gardening this year, & connect with us with any gardening-related questions!
b-townblog.com/master-garde...
Make good neighboring part of your New Year’s resolution—research suggests that neighborly acts increase personal positive health outcomes & community well-being.
Ready to commit? There’s a checklist of ways to become a better neighbor linked at the end.
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
Ready to commit? There’s a checklist of ways to become a better neighbor linked at the end.
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
WSU Extension research showing goodwill toward neighbors boosts health outcomes
New Washington State University Extension research from the CHORDS Lab in Whatcom County suggests that strong neighborly connections improve health outcomes and reduce stress.
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu
January 5, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Make good neighboring part of your New Year’s resolution—research suggests that neighborly acts increase personal positive health outcomes & community well-being.
Ready to commit? There’s a checklist of ways to become a better neighbor linked at the end.
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
Ready to commit? There’s a checklist of ways to become a better neighbor linked at the end.
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
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Seattle socialite Lillian McEwan wanted Washington to become “the Holly State.”
“I liked this story because it shows how a well-intended, but misguided action can have long lasting impacts on forest ecosystems,” says writer Becky Kramer of her top story of 2025.
news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12... #WSU
“I liked this story because it shows how a well-intended, but misguided action can have long lasting impacts on forest ecosystems,” says writer Becky Kramer of her top story of 2025.
news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12... #WSU
Not-so-jolly invader: English holly spreads across Northwest forests
WSU experts warn that English holly, once planted for holiday cheer, has become a fast-spreading invasive species overtaking Northwest forests.
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December 30, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Seattle socialite Lillian McEwan wanted Washington to become “the Holly State.”
“I liked this story because it shows how a well-intended, but misguided action can have long lasting impacts on forest ecosystems,” says writer Becky Kramer of her top story of 2025.
news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12... #WSU
“I liked this story because it shows how a well-intended, but misguided action can have long lasting impacts on forest ecosystems,” says writer Becky Kramer of her top story of 2025.
news.wsu.edu/news/2025/12... #WSU
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Congratulations to Michelle Moyer on receiving the Walter J. Clore Award from the Washington State Grape Society for exceptional contribution to the #WAwine industry. @wsuextension.bsky.social #GoCougs news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
WSU Viticulture Professor and Extension Specialist Michelle Moyer honored for industry impact
In recognition of her impactful research and outreach work, Michelle Moyer received the Walter Clore Award at the annual Washington State Grape Society conference.
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December 23, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Congratulations to Michelle Moyer on receiving the Walter J. Clore Award from the Washington State Grape Society for exceptional contribution to the #WAwine industry. @wsuextension.bsky.social #GoCougs news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
This is a really interesting summary of climate research over the last 15 years and also highlights broad patterns to better support adaptation. Great for ag producers throughout the state and any who'd like to learn more!
CSANR and @wsdagov.bsky.social review anticipated climate change impacts on Washington ag in a new Extension publication.
🔗 bit.ly/ClimateChangeImpactsWA
#WSU #ClimateAdaptation
🔗 bit.ly/ClimateChangeImpactsWA
#WSU #ClimateAdaptation
December 18, 2025 at 10:40 PM
This is a really interesting summary of climate research over the last 15 years and also highlights broad patterns to better support adaptation. Great for ag producers throughout the state and any who'd like to learn more!
Heavy wind & rain across the state mean that access to real-time weather data is more important than ever. Check out WSU’s AgWeatherNet, comprised of +175 stations, for local weather updates helping people in ag & beyond make informed choices. 🧵
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weather.wsu.edu
December 18, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Heavy wind & rain across the state mean that access to real-time weather data is more important than ever. Check out WSU’s AgWeatherNet, comprised of +175 stations, for local weather updates helping people in ag & beyond make informed choices. 🧵
weather.wsu.edu
weather.wsu.edu
Forest landowners: Don't miss the forest planning shortcourse. Participants complete a Forest Stewardship Plan, approved by @wadnr.bsky.social, which qualifies property as a “Stewardship Forest." This unlocks additional landowner benefits.
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/stew...
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/stew...
Stewardship shortcourse to help eastern Washington forest owners plan their legacy
Upcoming class series is designed for owners of small-scale family forests in eastern Washington who want to protect their land’s health and value.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Forest landowners: Don't miss the forest planning shortcourse. Participants complete a Forest Stewardship Plan, approved by @wadnr.bsky.social, which qualifies property as a “Stewardship Forest." This unlocks additional landowner benefits.
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/stew...
news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/stew...
Congratulations, Ashley! Well done and well deserved! #GoCougs
Ashley Hall’s passion for her outreach work @wsuextension.bsky.social is driven by a desire to help others.
In recognition the Wash. State Healthcare Authority’s Division of Behavioral Health & Recovery honored Hall w/the Prevention Award of Excellence.
#GoCougs news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
In recognition the Wash. State Healthcare Authority’s Division of Behavioral Health & Recovery honored Hall w/the Prevention Award of Excellence.
#GoCougs news.cahnrs.wsu.edu/article/wsu-...
WSU associate professor receives award for impactful prevention work with communities, youth
WSU Extension 4-H Associate Professor Ashley Hall recently received the Prevention Award of Excellence for her substance abuse prevention and mental health promotion work.
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December 16, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Congratulations, Ashley! Well done and well deserved! #GoCougs
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December 15, 2025 at 6:43 PM