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MeatSuite Marketing and Pricing Webinar Series
This winter, NC Choices and Cornell University are offering a webinar series to help your farm maximize profitable sales through MeatSuite.com. The webinars will cover new tools, such as MeatSuite’s Bundle Builder, to help you move inventory and develop bulk bundle boxes that meet your profit goals and target your customers’ needs. Whether you are listed on MeatSuite or just […]
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How to Create a Sell Sheet
How to Create a Sell Sheet
Speaker: Jennifer Badger, NC Cooperative Extension, EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems Online Elevate your farm's marketing efforts with our practical and engaging class on creating impactful sell sheets. Designed specifically for farmers, this course will teach you how to develop compelling sell sheets that effectively showcase your products and capture the interest of potential buyers. IN THIS CLASS, YOU […]
2 events,
Agritourism Summit
Agritourism Summit
This intensive one-day summit is designed for farmers interested in starting or expanding their agritourism ventures. Led by experienced farmers and industry experts, you'll gain valuable insights and practical strategies to attract visitors, diversify your income streams, and create memorable experiences for your guests. Join us to learn more about creating engaging ag-experiences: -On-farm education […]
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Organic Commodities & Livestock Conference
Organic Commodities & Livestock Conference
Event hosted by Carolina Farm Stewardship Association and NC State University Monday, March 3rd, 8:30am-3:30pm Location: NC A&T State University Farm Pavilion, Greensboro NC Website: carolinafarmstewards.org/organic-commodities-and-livestock-conference/ Registration: tfaforms.com/5158294 Cost & scholarships: $45 for non-farmers, free + $20 refreshment fee for farmers. NC SARE scholarships are available for Extension professionals. Please apply here. Southern SARE is also […]
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NC FarmLink Farm Succession School & Cultivating a Legacy Conference
NC FarmLink is hosting a series of farm succession schools across NC during spring 2025. Secure your farm’s future and leave a legacy for future generations. Topics will include: family communication, retirement, long-term care planning, and estate planning. March 6, 2025 in Kinston, NC: Eastern NC Farm Succession School. Download the event flyer here. Register […]
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(POSTPONED) Protecting Your Farm: Understanding Property and Liability Insurance
(POSTPONED) Protecting Your Farm: Understanding Property and Liability Insurance
***Please note: This event has been postponed. New date is TBD.*** Learn how to protect your farm with the right property and liability insurance to safeguard against risks and unexpected events. Hosted by Empowering Mountain Food Systems, this class will cover the essentials of property and liability insurance for farmers, helping you understand how to […]
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NC Choices Spring 2025 Meat Marketing & Pricing Workshop Series for Meat Handlers
March 18-20, 2025: NC Choices, in collaboration with our colleagues at Cornell University, will offer a series of workshops featuring *new* Meatsuite tools designed for local meat producers interested in advancing their direct marketing strategies from gate to plate. The workshop series will debut a new Processor Directory and the new Bundle Builder tool to […]
Successful Grant Writing
Successful Grant Writing
Speaker: Jess Mrugala, NC Cooperative Extension, Empowering Mountain Food Systems (EMFS) Grants can be successful methods for accessing capital for new or existing farm or food businesses, but it can be a challenge to know where to start. This workshop will walk you through the process of finding the right grants for your business, provide tools for writing […]
3 events,
(CANCELLED) CORE In-Between: Mutual Aid in Latine Communities
(CANCELLED) CORE In-Between: Mutual Aid in Latine Communities
The Center for Environmental Farming Systems and our CORE Team regret that our CORE website is currently unavailable due to executive orders issued in January 2025. We are sorry to not be able to share this important work. Unfortunately, all CORE events have also been canceled at this time.
2 events,
So You Want to Start a Farm? Now What?
So You Want to Start a Farm? Now What?
Are you thinking about starting a farm and feeling overwhelmed by all the decisions? This one-half day workshop can help. It is designed to assist new and aspiring farmers in taking the first steps in thinking through farm start-up (whether you already have land access or not). Thoughtfully defining your goals and strategy before you start farming can prevent […]
2 events,
N.C. A&T Small Farms Week 2025: Next Gen Agriculture
Join Us for Small Farms Week 2025! Date: March 23rd, 2025- March 29th, 2025 Theme: Next Gen Agriculture North Carolina A&T State University Cooperative Extension invites farmers, agricultural enthusiasts, and community members to participate in Small Farms Week 2025, celebrating the future of farming with this year’s theme, "Next Gen Agriculture." Why […]
3 events,
Boone Post Harvest Handling Workshop
Boone Post Harvest Handling Workshop
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn all about post-harvest handling techniques for your veggies. Plus, don't miss the cool demonstration of the innovative Cool Bot technology that can help extend the shelf life of your produce. Get ready to level up your farming game and network with fellow veggie enthusiasts. The activities […]
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Seeds for Success! A Lecture on Seed Saving & Sovereignty
Seeds for Success! A Lecture on Seed Saving & Sovereignty
Earn Additional Income with Seed Sales & Preserve Heritage Seeds Join us for a half-day workshop dedicated to the art and importance of seed saving—a practice that ensures a resilient food future, strengthens financial self-reliance, and honors cultural traditions. This free lecture will be held from 1-4 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25 at the ECBI […]
Foothills Post Harvest Handling Workshop
Foothills Post Harvest Handling Workshop
The activities you take during harvest and postharvest handling of your vegetables can have a big impact on the shelf-life, quality and safety of your produce. In this workshop, not only will you look at long shelf life vegetables to grow, you will learn about harvest and postharvest activities that impact product quality and actions […]
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Rutherford + Cleveland County Post Harvest Handling Workshop
Rutherford + Cleveland County Post Harvest Handling Workshop
Hey there veggie enthusiasts! Join us for an exciting workshop and demonstration on post-harvest techniques and the innovative Cool Bot technology. Learn how to properly handle and store your produce to maximize freshness and quality. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Rutherford Extension Office, 193 Callahan […]
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Madison County Post Harvest Handling Workshop / Pack & Cool Demo
Madison County Post Harvest Handling Workshop / Pack & Cool Demo
This Workshop will include a post-harvest lecture, hands-on grading exercise and a pack and cool demonstration. The activities you take during harvest and postharvest handling of your vegetables can have a big impact on the shelf-life, quality and safety of your produce. In this workshop, not only will you look at long shelf life vegetables […]
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Introduction to the Cool-Bot and Post-Harvest Handling
Introduction to the Cool-Bot and Post-Harvest Handling
Please join us for a full-day dual workshop with sessions focusing on the ingenious Cool-Bot device and optimal Post-Harvest Handling practices. The Cool-Bot is a device that allows the user to take a well-insulated room and digital air conditioner unit and create a walk-in refrigerator at a fraction of the cost of purchasing a conventional […]
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Haywood + Buncombe County Post Harvest Handling Workshop
Haywood + Buncombe County Post Harvest Handling Workshop
Learn how aspects of post-harvest handling veggies and see a cool bot in action at our workshop at the Smoky Mountain Food Hub on April 1st at 9:00 AM! The activities you take during harvest and postharvest handling of your vegetables can have a big impact on the shelf-life, quality and safety of your produce. […]
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Mitchell / Yancey County Post Harvest Workshop and Pack & Cool Demonstration
Mitchell / Yancey County Post Harvest Workshop and Pack & Cool Demonstration
Learn how aspects of post-harvest handling veggies and see a cool bot in action at our workshop on April 2nd at 9:00 AM! The activities you take during harvest and postharvest handling of your vegetables can have a big impact on the shelf-life, quality and safety of your produce. In this workshop, not only will […]
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2025 Farm to ECE Institute
2025 Farm to ECE Institute
Institute: Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 9:00am-4:30pm Location: Meredith College | 3800 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27607 Registration: Click here to register Attend the Institute to... - Network with Farm to ECE leaders and continue growing our movement in NC! - Better understand the importance of community outreach, collaboration, and mentoring relationships in Farm to ECE […]