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Palmer workshop focuses on food security through agriculture
April 03, 2026
A daylong workshop in Palmer will feature discussions and classes on how small-scale farming can strengthen Alaska's food system, providing Alaskans with the skills to start growing. The Food Security through Agriculture workshop is from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the Alaska State Fairgrounds and Rebarchek Farm, 2075 Glenn Highway, Palmer.
Wild edibles focus of Juneau workshop
April 02, 2026
A workshop in Juneau will take participants on a walk through the woods to sustainably gather wild, edible plants and prepare them for a meal. Sarah Lewis, a University of Ãå±±½ûµØ Cooperative Extension Service professor, and Southeast Alaska foraging expert and author Corinne Conlon will lead the workshop, from 1-7 p.m. on Saturday, April 25.
Pesticide applicator training classes set for April
April 01, 2026
A three-day certified pesticide applicator training workshop is scheduled for April 21-23. The workshops are led by the University of Ãå±±½ûµØ Cooperative Extension Service via Zoom and are available statewide. Each day, the class will meet from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Webinar focuses on Alaska's growing mariculture industry
March 27, 2026
In a free online presentation at noon on Wednesday, April 15, Melissa "Missy" Good with the University of Ãå±±½ûµØ Alaska Sea Grant will review how Alaska's mariculture industry strengthens coastal economies and food security. The webinar is hosted by the UAF Cooperative Extension Service.
Food safety, preservation workshops planned for Kenai Peninsula
March 26, 2026
Ãå±±½ûµØ Cooperative Extension Service is offering a series of food preservation and entrepreneurship workshops on the Kenai Peninsula in April. Professor Sarah Lewis will lead the classes in Homer, Kenai and Soldotna.
Virtual talk explores ways to identify, attract backyard pollinators
March 19, 2026
An Anchorage entomologist will delve into how to recognize common bees and other Alaska pollinators in a free virtual talk with the Valley Garden Club.
Class to cover birch tapping, sap products
March 17, 2026
A class hosted by the University of Ãå±±½ûµØ Cooperative Extension Service in Palmer will explore techniques for tapping birch trees and making syrup from the sap.
Sitka workshop features healthy spring rolls, sauces
March 11, 2026
Dietetics student Paula Veshti will lead a workshop in Sitka featuring spring rolls made with fresh fruits and vegetables. Veshti will teach participants how to make fresh spring rolls, healthy versions of dipping sauces and a fruity dessert.
Bone-strengthening workout program offered in Juneau
March 06, 2026
A one-month Better Bones & Balance program will begin in early April in Juneau. The program combines strength and power training with group fitness activities for individuals with osteoporosis, osteopenia or a risk of developing low bone density.
Presentation to review Interior Alaska migratory waterfowl
March 06, 2026
Jeff Mason, an ecologist with the Salcha-Delta Soil and Water Conservation District, will give a presentation on the migratory waterfowl that are seen annually overhead and in Delta fields as they fly to and from their nesting grounds.