Woodland Grange #178

09/01/2026

This is very short notice, but we invite area farmers, ranchers, homesteaders, foresters, nursery growers, Christmas tree farms, of all sizes, very small to large, to come to the Woodland Grange Hall, 404 Davidson, on Wednesday, September 2nd, at 12:30.

This is an opportunity to personally meet national and state agriculture administrator leadership, and to share concerns, barriers, identify needs and offer feedback on how the USDA can better support Washington’s diverse agricultural operations and strengthen the economic viability of family farms, ranches, landowners and foresters.

Thank you to the Woodland Grange #178 for providing the meeting space for this event.

Who will be there, and what do they do:
*Bill Beam – National Administrator, United States Department of Agriculture, Farm Service Agency- “…provides (national) leadership for USDA, the Farm Production and Conservation Mission area, FSA and the collective mission to support agricultural production across America through a nationwide network of county and state offices”

*Evan Sheffels - Policy Director, Washington State Department of Agriculture. – “In this role he is responsible for analyzing complex policy issues, developing innovative solutions, and advising on decisions that align with the agency's mission and goals. With many years of experience in the field of public policy and government relations, Evan brings a wealth of knowledge in legislative processes, stakeholder engagement, and the agricultural industry.”

*Pat Bell – State Executive Director, United States Department of Agriculture, Washington Farm Service Agency. - “..provides (state) leadership for Washington USDA, the Farm Production and Conservation Mission area, FSA and the collective mission to support agricultural production across America through a network of county offices”

*Houston Bruck - Deputy Administrator for Farm Loan Programs, Farm Service Agency- “FSA makes direct and guaranteed farm ownership (FO) and operating loans (OL) to family-size farmers and ranchers who cannot obtain commercial credit from a bank, Farm Credit System institution, or other lender. FSA loans can be used to purchase land, livestock, equipment, feed, seed, and supplies. Our loans can also be used to construct buildings or make farm improvements. See our loan information chart which describes maximum loan amounts, rates, term, and use of proceeds.
FSA loans are often provided to beginning farmers who cannot qualify for conventional loans because they have insufficient financial resources. FSA also helps established farmers who have suffered financial setbacks from natural disasters, or whose resources are too limited to maintain profitable farming operations.”

Press Release:
Contact: [email protected]

Media Advisory

USDA FSA Administrator to Join Local Agricultural Producers for Roundtable Discussion

(Woodland, Wash., Sept. 2, 2026) - U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Bill Beam will join local agricultural producers in Woodland, Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 2 for a roundtable discussion on issues affecting the region’s specialty crop and livestock operations. Beam will hear directly from farmers and ranchers about the challenges they are navigating, including weather and disaster-related risks, and access to USDA programs and services. The discussion will also focus on current FSA programs and provide producers an opportunity to share concerns, identify needs and offer feedback on how USDA can better support Washington’s diverse agricultural operations and strengthen the economic viability of family farms and ranches.

WHAT: FSA Administrator Bill Beam will meet with local specialty crop and livestock producers to discuss current USDA FSA programs and issues affecting their operations. The roundtable will provide farmers and ranchers an opportunity to share concerns, suggestions, and feedback directly with USDA leadership.

WHEN: Event starts at 12:30 p.m. PT., Media availability to follow close of roundtable discussion.

WHERE: Woodland WA Grange #178 | 404 Davidson Ave., Woodland, WA 98674

PARTICIPANTS:
Bill Beam – Administrator, Farm Service Agency
Evan Sheffels - Policy Director, Washington State Department of Agriculture
Pat Bell – State Executive Director, Washington Farm Service Agency
Summer Steenbarger – President, Clark-Cowlitz Farm Bureau
Houston Bruck - Deputy Administrator for Farm Loan Programs, Farm Service Agency

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08/02/2026

Who else is processing peaches today? We just wrapped up a batch of peach jalapeño jam, dehydrating peach slices today and then using a portion of our dehydrated peach quarry to make a South African peach chutney.

We are aiming for another peach run and market on August 29th if you missed grabbing a box at the last Farm & Garden Community Market.

Share your favorite peach recipes below and let us know what you’re up to with the harvest, processing or foraging this beautiful weekend!

07/23/2026

Come and enjoy some live music by Keith E. Bellisle on SATURDAY during PEACH DAY at the Grange's Farm & Garden Communtiy Market, 9am-1pm!

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07/18/2026

ONE WEEK FROM TODAY! You’ll find the Farmstand Collaborative at the Woodland Grange’s first ever Farm & Garden Community Market from 9am-11am - the Market continues until 1pm.

Don’t forget we’ll have cling-free peaches by the box! (we’ll have lots for snacking, too)

Come and find some of your micro and local growers - and then head to the lilac Gardens for a full day of fun!

If you’ve been to the Salmon Creek Farmers Market recently, you may have noticed a new addition: the Farmstand Collaborative. It’s hard to miss the artichoke green, custom-outfitted mini truck the col

07/11/2026

Two weeks from today! Do you grow in your backyard and have just a touch to share? Reach out and see how you can share your loot at this event! Small-town, micro-enterprise, local food - sharing and mingling! We can't wait!

The Grange will have BOXES of peaches from WA for sale as well as a fundraiser.

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06/22/2026

***CALLING FOR FARM & GARDEN VENDORS!!!***

The Woodland Grange #178 is hosting a Farm & Garden Community Market on Saturday, JULY 25th, from 9am-1pm.

We are looking for homegrown, backyard (and front-yard), big and little farmers with food and plants to sell! Our mission is to curate a down-home, low-key space for everyone to bring their over-abundance (and for eaters to find it!). Backyard gardeners, micro-entrepreneurs - and more! To request an application, email [email protected].

This is a very organic in nature market - and details will be posted as they come together! We are currently working on a PEACHES-BY-THE-BOX booth, hosted by the Grange. Get ready!

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>>>If you are a crafty person and may not be a good fit for this event, rest assured! The Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens is hosting the “Woodland Hometown Market” the same day that may be the perfect fit for you! We’re all partnering together to make an incredible day of experiences for our little town!

05/09/2026

The Woodland Grange is looking for two, well functioning, clean, used refrigerators. If you are remodeling your kitchen and getting all new appliances, please consider donating your used refrigerator to the Woodland Grange Hall.

05/03/2026

All active farmers, ranchers, forestry and nursery producers, come to the Woodland Grange this Thursday, May 7th at 5:00, to meet Washington States FSA Director.

Calling all active farmers, ranchers, forestry and nursery producers, plan on coming to Woodland this Thursday, May 7th at 5:00 pm.

We all know insane fertilizer and fuel costs, along with other challenges are adversely affecting our operations, so here is your chance to directly voice your opinion.

All local producers are invited to take a brief pause from their spring field work and meet Patrick Bell, the new Washington State Executive Director of the USDA Washington State Farm Service Agency (FSA). Mr. Bell will be visiting Southwest Washington to engage directly with local producers to listen firsthand to the issues and challenges affecting their agricultural operations in our area.

This event welcomes active farmers, ranchers, nurserymen, and forestry folks from operations of all sizes.

It will take place on Thursday, May 7th, at the Woodland Grange Hall, 404 Davidson Ave., Woodland, WA 98674, beginning at 5:00 p.m.

We appreciate Woodland Grange #178 for providing the venue, and the Clark-Cowlitz Farm Bureau.

04/08/2026

Woodland Grange (a 119 year old Woodland organization) meeting Thursday at 6:00 pm at the Grange at 404 Davidson Ave. Come join us so we can introduce ourselves.

One of the main goals is fixing up the 115 year old Woodland Grange Hall in downtown Woodland. The Woodland Grange organization is rebuilding itself, so many things are possible with great people.

02/28/2026

Do you love to paint?
Do you love historical buildings?
Do you want to help downtown Woodland revitalization helping a historical building get a facelift?

The Historic Woodland Grange Hall is in much need of some painting love, so there is going to be a big painting prep , and another big painting party to paint the inside of this historic 6,005 sq foot building and is looking for volunteer help. (The lovely knotty pine is going to be deep cleaned but not painted).

If you would like to join in, please comment below that you would like yo help, so we can notify you when dates are decided. And please come to the Woodland Grange meetings which are held on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm, at the Grange Hall, and would love more members to help continue this non-profit organization which has been continually operating in Woodland for 119 years!