New SLO County Farm Trail Website and Nonprofit Launched

FARMstead ED unveils interactive digital map and 501(c)(5) designation to promote local agriculture

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

FARMstead ED, a local agriculture group, has announced the launch of a new SLO County Farm Trail website and map, as well as its designation as a 501(c)(5) nonprofit organization. The updated website includes an interactive digital map to help users locate farms, ranches, and artisan producers throughout San Luis Obispo County, and a printed 2026 SLO County Farm Trail map is available at various locations across the county.

Why it matters

The new website and nonprofit status will allow FARMstead ED to expand its efforts to connect visitors and locals with locally grown and produced goods, supporting public education, promotion of farming practices, and community connections in the region.

The details

The farm trail includes locations throughout San Luis Obispo County where visitors can meet farmers, ranchers, and artisans and learn about agricultural production. FARMstead ED has operated for more than 12 years as a not-for-profit organization, reinvesting proceeds into the development and promotion of the SLO County Farm Trail. The transition to a 501(c)(5) nonprofit will support the organization's mission to connect people with locally grown and produced goods.

  • FARMstead ED announced the launch of the new website and its 501(c)(5) designation on February 26, 2026.
  • The printed 2026 SLO County Farm Trail map is available now at various locations across the county.

The players

FARMstead ED

A local agriculture group that has operated for more than 12 years as a not-for-profit organization, reinvesting proceeds into the development and promotion of the SLO County Farm Trail.

Lynette Sonne

The Founder and Herd Boss of FARMstead ED.

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What they’re saying

“We are excited to unveil the new look and feel of our website and trail map. Our mission is to connect visitors and locals to the heart of our community's farmers and makers, and these new tools make it simple to explore, learn, and support local agriculture.”

— Lynette Sonne, Founder and Herd Boss, FARMstead ED (pasoroblesdailynews.com)

What’s next

The new SLO County Farm Trail website and digital map are now available for users to explore and plan their visits to local farms, ranches, and artisan producers throughout the region.

The takeaway

The launch of the new SLO County Farm Trail website and nonprofit designation for FARMstead ED demonstrates the organization's commitment to promoting and supporting local agriculture in San Luis Obispo County, providing residents and visitors with more opportunities to connect with the region's farmers, ranchers, and artisans.