Cooperative Extension
Introduction to Beekeeping Workshop
CEFS Small Farm Unit 9XX9+8Q Goldsboro, North Carolina, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesUPDATE 10/15/2018: The Introduction to Beekeeping Workshop originally scheduled for September 12 and postponed due to Hurricane Florence has been rescheduled for October 24. This half-day workshop for farmers and agents focuses on learning the basics of beekeeping. This workshop will include instruction and the opportunity to view materials, products, and techniques utilized [...]
Hands-on Blueberry Pruning
CEFS Small Farm Unit 9XX9+8Q Goldsboro, North Carolina, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesJoin us for a classroom presentation on pruning blueberry bushes led by NC Cooperative Extension Specialist Bill Cline. From there we’ll travel a short distance to the Small Farm Unit at CEFS' Field Research, Education, and Outreach Facility at Cherry Research Farm for pruning demonstration and practice! Please bring loppers and dress appropriately for outdoor [...]
Financial Analysis and Budget Planning for Small Farmers
Orange County Center NC Cooperative Extension 306-E Revere Rd, Hillsborough, NC, United StatesThis workshop offers participants a simple and easy-to-use record keeping system and farm financial analysis using Excel. Dr. Kathleen Liang will work through record keeping categories, depreciation, insurance, loan payment, monthly expense and income forecast, monthly cash flow statement, monthly income statement, and link all information to a farm balance sheet. Leeanna Bunch and Matt [...]
33rd Annual N.C. A&T Small Farms Week
NC Agricultural & Technical State University 1601 E. Market St, Greensboro, NC, United StatesSmall Farms Week, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s annual tribute to small-scale agriculture, kicks off March 25 with the theme “Deep Roots, Bright Future.” Small farms make a major contribution to the state’s $84 billion agriculture industry, but that’s not all. They support public health by providing fresh, local food, and they help [...]
Innovative Hand Tool Workshop
CEFS Small Farm Unit 9XX9+8Q Goldsboro, North Carolina, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesJoin Small Farm Unit staff Leeanna Bunch and Matt Ball, and Johnny’s Selected Seeds representative Blake Thaxton for a workshop using innovative hand tools in the field. Small scale mixed annual vegetable producers will have a chance to view these tools and try them out in person. Tools that will be showcased include: silage tarps, [...]
Innovative Hand Tool Workshop @ Fair Share Farm
Fair Share Farm 3868 Transou Rd, Pfafftown, NCJoin Small Farm Unit staff Leeanna Bunch and Matt Ball, NC Cooperative Extension agent Mary Jac Brennan, and Fair Share Farm owners Emma Hendel and Elliot Seldner for a workshop using innovative hand tools in the field. Small scale mixed annual vegetable producers will have a chance to view these tools and try them out [...]
N.C. A&T Small Farms Field Day
NC Agricultural & Technical State University Farm 3136 McConnell Road, Greensboro, NC, United StatesHosted by Cooperative Extension at North Carolina A&T State University, Small Farms Field Day is an annual free event that showcases ongoing agricultural research and demonstration projects. The projects focus on sustainable agricultural practices that help small- and limited-resource farmers make more profits. Demonstrations Industrial Hemp for CBD Oil High Tunnel Vegetables Facts and Myths [...]
Silvopasture Field Day
Cherry Hospital Conference Center Montgomery Drive, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT Silvopasture, the intentional practice of integrating forages, animals and trees, is one type of agroforestry with potential to improve ecosystem responses and provide multiple sources of farm income. Are you interested in successfully transitioning or starting a silvopasture system? Join us for a workshop, field day, and on-farm instruction including [...]
Is your Farm Covered by the Produce Safety Rule?
Service Building at the CEFS Field Research, Education, and Outreach Facility at Cherry Research Farm 604 Farm Road, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesFarmers need to protect customers when they purchase fresh produce from farms. Most food contamination happens early in the production cycle. This workshop will share information about the FDA produce safety rules, and demonstrate proper procedures to follow these rules. This workshop will provide a guide for farmers to plan and respond to food safety [...]
High Tunnel Workshop Training
Service Building at the CEFS Field Research, Education, and Outreach Facility at Cherry Research Farm 604 Farm Road, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesJoin us for a 2-day workshop on High Tunnels! THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT High tunnels are low-tech, low-cost tools that allow growers to extend the growing season of vegetables and small fruit crops, potentially increasing market opportunities and farm profits. DATES: January 14-15, 2020 TIMES & TOPICS: Day 1: January 14th @ 12pm-4pm (Intro [...]