Kickoff 2022 with the Western Regional SBCN and EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems as we present a virtual series on enhancing your farming business. Convenient online classes for you to attend and hear from speakers with information, tips, and more. Registration is FREE!

Join us at 6pm on Thursdays, January through March, to hear from EmPOWERING Mountain Food Systems. We encourage you to take this time to engage with fellow agribusinesses, entrepreneurs and resource providers, while learning new skills and the power of collaboration along the way.

• January 20 – Online Farm Taxes Explained: Property, Equipment and Sales. Dive deeper into farm taxes as they pertain to the many different sides of your farming business. Ask a local farmer about their experience navigating taxes and learn some tips of your own. REGISTER HERE

• January 27 – Online Sales Platforms for Direct to Consumer Sales: There are many choices to consider! Hear what works for some regional farmers and determine which platform may be a good fit for your operation. REGISTER HERE

• February 3 – Agritourism in Southwestern NC Trends and Storytelling: NCSU researchers spent a year learning from regional providers. What are their findings and recommendations? REGISTER HERE

• February 10 – Airbnb, HipCamp and Harvest Host: Exploring farm visit options for lodging on your farm. Hear farmer success stories. REGISTER HERE

• February 17 – Using Social Media to Promote your Farm Business: Facebook, Insta, and Twitter how to get followers and keep them! REGISTER HERE

• February 24 – Liability for On Farm Visits: Protect your visitors, your farm and home.   REGISTER HERE

• March 10 – Making Value Added Products at Home: Regulations for a Home Certified Kitchen & Marketing Options. REGISTER HERE

• March 24 – Farm Service Agency and Natural Resource Management: Services and Cost Share for your Farming Operations. REGISTER HERE