Workshops
Farming Solar Farms: Exploring Solar Grazing With Sheep
Whether you're a seasoned sheep producer or just exploring ways to diversify your farm there are growing opportunities to partner with solar companies for forage management on solar farms.
Putting the Farm in Solar Farm: Managing Operations & Maintenance on Solar Sites by Grazing with Sheep
Join experienced solar graziers as they discuss grazing techniques and explore equipment options for managing sheep on solar installations.
Organic Commodities Field Day
Cherry Research Farm 604 Farm Road, Goldsboro, NC, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesJoin us for a half-day event out on the farm to learn about the exciting organic commodities research on Cherry Research Farm.
Small Farm Unit Tour
CEFS Small Farm Unit 9XX9+8Q Goldsboro, North Carolina, Goldsboro, NC, United StatesThis tour will offer farmers an opportunity to visit specialty fruit and vegetable production at the Small Farm Unit. About this event Topics include updated information on ethnic market opportunities, local food price reports, and discussions of organic practices using cover crops, plastic mulch, and other techniques. [raw] [/raw]
Soil Your Underwear: Tests for Soil Biodiversity and Soil Health
Join us and a panel of soil experts to learn about "indicators" and tests you can perform in your own backyard to determine the health and biodiversity of your soil.
Designing a Food Forest for Your Backyard
VirtualJoin us and a panel of agroecology and permaculture experts to learn about food forests and design ideas for a small backyard space.
Farming for Ecological Outcomes
VirtualJoin us for a webinar describing the effects of long-term farming system choices on soil organic matter, nutrient cycling, and more!
Blueberry Pruning Webinar
Join us for an hour-long presentation and discussion on blueberry pruning from a panel of experts. [raw] [/raw] About this event Join us for a short video demonstration on pruning blueberry bushes led by Research Specialist Bill Cline. Since 1995 Bill has served as the Blueberry Extension Horticulturist for NC State, supporting Cooperative Extension agents [...]
Garden Planning for Home Gardeners and Small Farmers
Join John Lyttle and Melissa Bell for presentations on how to successfully start, plan and implement your garden. About this event The first half hour will consist of presentations and then end with a Q&A from the audience. Topics will include: Starting small, aiming big Garden structure Site selection Necessary resources Plant spacing Competition with [...]
Small Farm Unit Demonstration Day
CEFS, Small Farm Unit 201 Stevens Mill Rd Goldsboro, NC 27530 201 Stevens Mill Rd, Goldsboro, NC, NC, United StatesJoin us for a wonderful, informative, and in-person visit to the Small Farm Unit in Goldsboro, NC! What: Small Farm Unit Demonstration Day When: Wednesday, July 13th, 8:00am – 2:00pm (lunch provided) Where: Small Farm Unit, 201 Stevens Mill Rd., Goldsboro, NC 27530 Registration: Required. Register below or HERE. Agenda: Click here to download the [...]