Whit Barrett | Agriculture & Agroforestry Planner

Contact Whit at wbarrett@snohomishcd.org or 360-618-1028.

Whit is an agriculture and agroforestry planner for the Snohomish Conservation District’s Agriculture Team. Whit graduated from Cornell University with an M.S. in Soil and Crop Sciences and an M.P.S. in Global Development. Prior to studying at Cornell, they served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Togo where they worked with farmers on agroforestry and cover cropping. During their time in Ithaca, Whit was a proud participant in Cornell Cooperative Extension—Tompkins County’s Master Composter program. They hold a B.A. in History from Oberlin College and an M.U.R.P. degree from the University of Minnesota. Whit grew up in north Texas, and the oaks of their childhood remain close to their heart.

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What do you like about living in the Pacific Northwest?

I am in awe of the natural beauty of this place. To get to be so close to mountains and to the Sound is such a joy, and I look forward to spending lots of time outside in the woods.

Why do you work here (at the District)?

I am passionate about strengthening connections between people and the land, and I believe that sustainable agriculture is one of the best ways to promote this mutual thriving. I am grateful to be working here at the District because of the opportunities to work closely with farmers and land managers to improve outcomes both for producers and for the land itself.

Bonus fact!

• I enjoy yoga, evening walks, and riding my bike. I recently did a 10-day silent meditation retreat.