Resources

Here are some fun resources that

you might find useful in all your canning and farming needs.

Back Yard Chicken Learn how to raise chickens in any backyard and join thousands of peeps who have a pet that makes them breakfast.

Grow Northwest Magazine Locally owned and operated, Grow Northwest Magazine began publishing in May 2010 and currently publishes each month. The magazine highlights the diverse offerings of farmers and food producers, as well as DIY projects, simpler living, cooking and recipes, travel adventures, gardening, crafts, events, and profiles of organizations and artisans — all with a local angle.

Toxic Disposal As we strive to grow without pesticides and limit chemicals in our lives we need to find a safe way to dispose of the old chemicals around our houses and farms. Disposal of Toxics is located at 3505 Airport Drive, Bellingham (one block west of the airport entrance,) and is open weekdays from 9 am - 4 pm and the first Saturday of every month from 9 am - 4 pm. 360-380-4640

WSU Whatcom County Extension Whatcom County MFP & SA Fact Sheets. These are PDF Files. Food Preservation. Suggestions for pressure canner check-up and cleaning.

Paramount Supply This is the only place in Whatcom County to get your pressure canner gauges checked. Please remember to get them checked every year.