“Now is the time to engage local governments, our port districts, and our trade associations in a team effort to attract value-added processors to Skagit Valley,” said Commissioner Ken Dahlstedt.
“We appreciate our leaders in the agricultural community who continue to work hard for long-term solutions to finding markets for their crops. We’re here to help,“ said Commissioner Ron Wesen.
Skagit County works closely with Western Washington Agricultural Association, Washington State University Research Station, Skagitonians to Preserve Farmland, Skagit Conservation District, Washington State University Extension office and other agricultural organizations to enhance economic development and farmland preservation.
Since 1997, Skagit County’s Farmland Legacy Program has protected more than 9,000 acres of farmland through the purchase of conservation easements.
“We constantly need new ideas and innovation to keep agriculture viable,” said Commissioner Sharon Dillon.
The work session is set for Monday, October 28, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at 1800 Continental Place.