Explore a Bounty of Organic Plants, Supplies and Gardening Wisdom at Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands As the gardening community eagerly anticipates the arrival of spring, Tilth Alliance is thrilled to invite you to our March Edible Plant Sale, kickstarting the gardening season for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts. This vibrant affair will showcase a diverse array of organically and sustainably grown spring edible plant starts, ranging from delectable vegetables and herbs to luscious fruits and edible flowers. Join us on Saturday, March 16; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Rainier Beach Urban Fa ..read more

The  Coalition for Organic and Regenerative Agriculture (CORA)  is currently working to help pass these legislative priorities: Organic Inspection Credit (WSDA $864,000 Operating) to help offset the cost of the annual organic inspection for organic farms and handling or processing businesses. By decreasing the financial burden for businesses working to achieve or maintain organic certification, we can increase participation in the organic sector and create more market opportunities for Washington’s organic farms and businesses. Agricultural Carbon Storage and Sequestration (WSDA $5 million ..read more

When I was instated as Executive Director of Tilth Alliance in 2018, staff and I committed to acknowledging our role in upholding unjust systems and  investing in the work necessary to become a more antiracist, diverse and inclusive organization. Following various internal initiatives, in 2023, we began working with AV Consulting to facilitate the design of a racial equity framework that would continue to move this work forward.  Over the past several months, the consulting team has: Collected staff feedback through an organizational survey, Conducted interviews with community ..read more

The Coalition for Organic & Regenerative Agriculture (CORA) has been working hard in Olympia, and we now have a Senate Bill in support of organic agriculture: Senate Bill 6278. The bill is going to be heard this Thursday, January 25, by the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources subcommittee. This is great news! SB 6278 directs Washington State Dept. of Agriculture to develop an:   Organic and Regenerative Agriculture Task Force,   Organic Action Plan, and an   Organic Inspection Credit. Read the full bill here Take Action! We’re hoping every organic/regen ..read more

Every year, it’s been a goal to work with Indigenous community during the month of November, Native American Heritage Month. I have mixed Indigenous Mexican ancestry myself and have developed a strong community here in the Pacific Northwest through the intertribal canoe journey movement. Many Indigenous chefs and community organizers are quite busy in November, but finally, after years of trying, we were able to put on an Indigenous Takeover for our November Community Kitchen meal. We worked with the amazing chef Jason Vickers, of Natoncks Metsu, and brought in a panel of Indigenous community ..read more

This October, the Community Kitchens program went to work making delectable delights with winter squash and pumpkins grown at Rainier Beach Urban Farm and Wetlands. We have a mission: to spread the word that many of the beautiful pumpkins and winter squash many of us love to purchase as decorations can actually be eaten. Not only are most edible – they are super foods! All pumpkins are winter squash, and millions of pounds of winter squash are thrown away each year because folks who buy them as decorations don’t recognize their nutritious and delicious potential. Let’s end this food waste tog ..read more

Tilth Alliance’s Community Kitchen Meals program is based at Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands in South Seattle, and celebrates the diversity of food and food cultures in our neighborhood. Each month we partner with local home cooks and chefs to host an educational, cross-cultural event centered around a nutritious, delicious, and locally sourced meal. Read on to learn the stories and enjoy the profiles behind these meaningful events, and at the end you’ll find a recipe booklet to enjoy as well. Photo by Timothy Aguero We typically work with one guest chef a month, but this August we te ..read more

Funding Secured for Organic Evaluation The recently concluded 2023 legislative session in Washington State marked a significant milestone for the Coalition for Organic and Regenerative Agriculture (CORA). For the first time, the newly formed coalition actively advocated for legislative action in support of its priorities. Among CORA’s top goals is the creation of an Organic Action Plan that documents the values of organic agriculture and provides a roadmap for increasing participation in the organic sector throughout Washington State. CORA’s advocacy efforts secured $200,000 in funding for an ..read more

The Coalition for Organic and Regenerative Agriculture (CORA) is currently working to help pass a $1.67 million budget request that would fund an Organic Inspection Credit to help offset the cost of the annual organic inspection for organic farms and handling or processing businesses. By decreasing the financial burden for businesses working to achieve or maintain organic certification we can increase participation in the organic sector and create more market opportunities for Washington’s organic farms and businesses. If you would like to show your support for the Organic Inspection Credit ..read more

Stock Up on Organic Plants, Supplies and Garden Info at Rainier Beach Urban Farm  & Wetlands Gardeners love spring! Yet many gardeners wait until later in the season to start planting. By getting a head start and planting in early spring, you can increase the amount of food you can grow and harvest throughout the year. It’s also a great opportunity for new gardeners to jumpstart their gardening journey and grow their own food successfully. Tilth Alliance’s March Edible Plant Sale is a great place to kick off gardening season for new and experienced gardeners. This event offers a lar ..read more