Hands-on seed cleaning course set for Sept. 16

Published 9:39 am Thursday, September 10, 2015

Organic Seed Alliance and Nash’s Organic Produce hosts a hands-on course on seed cleaning techniques and equipment from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16.

The event is at Nash’s Farm Store, 4681 Sequim-Dungeness Way in Sequim, and is free and open to the public.

Participants learn the fundamentals of post-harvest seed handling, including drying, threshing, and screening and winnowing. Instruction will also include training on small- and large-scale seed cleaning equipment.

Participants are responsible for bringing their own lunch to the event. It will take place regardless of the weather, and participants are encouraged to dress appropriately.

Register ahead of time at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NRFXLTT.