Washington Farmers E-Newsletter - August 2026

August 2026 Washington Farmer E Newsletter

This month’s newsletter highlights how dairy farm families are diversifying their operations to build resilience, create new opportunities and strengthen their farms for the next generation.

Washington’s featured farmer, Jim Werkhoven of Werkhoven Dairy, shares how the farm’s anaerobic digester has grown into a valuable diversification effort, generating renewable energy, creating an additional revenue stream and strengthening community partnerships.

In this issue:

  • Diversification stories from dairy farm families across the region
  • CEO update on 2027 planning and Dairy West’s new “Real Good” brand
  • New and expanded grant opportunities for dairy farmers
  • Highlights from Washington producer meetings and Whatcom This Whey
  • Fall retail promotions featuring regional dairy
  • Enhanced high school athletics partnerships
  • Summer meals partnerships reaching children across the region
  • New influencer strategy connecting consumers with dairy
  • Highlights from the King County Fair breakfast

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