"Whatcom Farms: Alive and Well?"

Brief overview:

An overview of the agricultural element of our County.  The incredible diversity, beauty, economic and cultural contributions, as well as a look at its challenges and future.   Farmers manage a large portion of the natural resources in the County's lowlands.  Expectations are high that we do so responsibly which requires innovation, stewardship, and adaptability.  It also requires a community that values the delicious and safe food, open spaces, and land and water management we provide.

Bio:

Henry Bierlink is a Lynden native who operated a Lynden dairy farm for several years, earned an M.A. in political science from Western WA University, and has over 30 years of engagement in agriculture and public policy.  Henry currently serves as the Administrator of the Ag Water Board, a facilitating entity for six Watershed Improvement Districts (Irrigation Districts) located in Whatcom County, WA.  He also serves as the Executive Director of the WA Red Raspberry Commission and the WA Seed Potato Commission.