Event Highlights

Friday, February 28:

• Daytime: In-person workshops at various locations around Lopez Island. Summit Hub, Trade Show, and Lunch gathering at the Lopez Community Center.

• Evening: Small Plates, Big Table, a community social at the Lopez Community Center featuring local food vendors, a talk by keynote speaker Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin, and a book signing.

Saturday, March 1:

• Main Conference at Lopez School:

  • Breakfast and keynote with Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin

  • Breakout sessions, panels, and presentations

  • Networking opportunities and Trade Show

  • Lunch included

  • ‘Open Barn’- Social at Midnight’s Farm

This Year’s Theme: Setting the Table for an Abundant Future

Inspired by the newly developed San Juan County Food System Plan, this year’s programming focuses on building a resilient local food system. Attendees will explore practical solutions and visionary ideas for scaling local food production, strengthening ecosystems, and supporting thriving communities. We will also continue to center, throughout the summit, what it looks like to be in right-relationship with the original stewards of these lands, the Coast Salish Peoples. 

Schedule Overview

Friday February 28: Workshops, Trade Show & Social Event

• 7 am – 4 pm  Summit Hub, Trade Show, and gathering space at Lopez Community Center. Summit participants are invited to stop by at their convenience throughout the day to ask questions, enjoy a cup of coffee, and see friends.

• 9 – 11:30 am Workshops held around Lopez Island. See workshop details in registration for details.

• 11:30- 1:15 pm Summit Hub, pre-ordered lunch available for pick-up, Trade Show, and networking at Lopez Community Center.

• 1:30 – 4 pm In-person workshops held around Lopez Island. See workshop details in registration for details.

• 5:00 – 8:00 pm  Join us Small Plates, Big Table Community Social, a community-wide social gathering. Small bites will be available from several local food vendors. Our keynote speaker, Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin, will also talk with the community about his recent book, In the Shadow of Green Man, and be available to sign copies. *This will be a separate ticket. Learn more and buy tickets here.

Saturday, March 1: Main Conference Day & ‘Open Barn’ Social

• 7 AM – 5 PM: Full-day conference at Lopez School (keynotes, sessions, Trade Show, meals). Session details now available here.

• 5:30 PM – 8 PM: ‘Open Barn’ Social at Midnight’s Farm- Want to keep talking? Haven’t gotten your fill yet of connecting with the islands’ ag community? Come hang out at the barn at Midnight’s Farm and keep the conversations going! Cozy space provided. Bring your own refreshments!

Registration & Pricing

Summit pre-registration is required. Register early to save 20%!

Early Bird Pricing (Dec 16 – Jan 19):

• Friday Workshops: $32 each

• Saturday Conference: $120 (includes breakfast, lunch, and coffee/tea)

Regular Pricing (Jan 20– Feb 21):

• Friday Workshops: $40 each

• Saturday Conference: $150

Scholarship applications are now closed. If you have any questions, please contact us at sji.agsummit@wsu.edu.

Tickets for the Small Plates, Big Table social event can be purchased separately here.