Tilth Alliance is now accepting applications from Washington farmers seeking financial assistance to support projects that will improve the economic viability, social impacts or environmental sustainability of their farm businesses and/or community. The application deadline is Jan. 31.  According to a news release, the goal of these grants is to enhance the operations of farmers practicing responsible and progressive methods such as sustainable soil management, crop diversification, habitat preservation, climate change mitigation and environmentally safe waste management practices.  Learn more and apply at: tilthalliance.org/about/apply-washington-state-organic-and-sustainable-farming-fund.