Workshops
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 [...]
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 [...]
Fresh Produce Food Safety
Cherry Hospital Conference Center Montgomery Drive, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesFood safety is more and more of an issue in the world of fresh produce, but most laws and guidance are geared towards large-scale farms. This workshop is designed with the small-scale producer in mind. What food safety risks are present on small farms? What are the most efficient ways to mitigate those risks? What [...]
Organic Commodities Field Day
Cunningham Research Station in Kinston 200 Cunningham Rd, Kinston, NC, United StatesThe NC State University Organic Working Group will be holding the Organic Commodities Field Day on July 22nd at the Cunningham Research Station in Kinston, NC. This half-day event will include research updates, equipment demonstrations, and information sessions pertinent to North Carolina's growing organic commodity sector. Specific topics will include the development of conservation tillage [...]
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 [...]