Events
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Risk Assessment For Farms
FeaturedSouthwestern Community College Small Business CenterWe have all faced the horrible impact of disasters in our community and at farms. This workshop will help you identify potential risks and develop practical strategies to prepare your farm and home in the case of disaster, but also for the day-to-day challenges farmers face. This interactive workshop creates a practical framework to protect [...]
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The Ins and Outs of Having a North Carolina Food Business
FeaturedA-B Tech Small Business Center - Enka 1465 Sand Hill Rd, Candler, North Carolina, United StatesAre you interested in developing a great food product idea? Do you want to grow your existing food business? The Ins and Outs of Having a North Carolina Food Business program can help you turn your dreams into reality. Learn about: Creating a solid business plan Navigating food regulations Choosing the right production [...]
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Food Safety Webinar: Food Traceability and Transparency – From Compliance to Customer Connection
VirtualThere will be two different dates to choose from and registration is required. The first meeting will be held: Nov 12, 2025 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://ncat.zoom.us/meeting/register/3blzA3vaQcCdpgwyeiJNxA OR The second meeting will be held: Dec 3, 2025 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in [...]
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Food Truck Boot Camp
Featured2260 Old Mission Rd 2260 Old Mission Rd, Whittier, NC, United StatesThe Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems (EMFS) project and Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) Division of Commerce will be hosting a Food Truck Boot Camp in Cherokee, NC. This comprehensive training event, scheduled for November 17-20, 2025, is designed to provide aspiring food truck owners and entrepreneurs with knowledge and [...]
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Grounded in Purpose: A Photographic Journey of Veteran Farmers
Plant Sciences Building Plant Sciences Building, NC State University, 840 Oval Drive, Raleigh, NC, United StatesAs CEFS' Boots on the Ground: NC Veteran Farmer Apprenticeship comes to a close, please join us as we honor the growth, resilience, and enduring connection between service, soil, and self with Grounded in Purpose: A Photographic Journey of Veteran Farmers. This powerful photo exhibition showcases the stories of veterans and active-duty soldiers who have transitioned from military service into [...]
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Pasture Pork Workshop
115 S. Dickerson St. Burgaw NC 28425 115 S. Dickerson St, Burgaw, NC, United StatesCooperative Extension, NC Choices, NC A&T State University, and Feast Down East are hosting a Pasture Pork Workshop on Thursday, December 4th in Burgaw, NC. Learn from experts Dr. Derrick Coble, Lee Menius and others as they cover everything from breed selection to pasture management. This full-day event includes lunch and an afternoon farm visit. [...]
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Farm Taxes 2025
FeaturedOnline via ZoomHosted by Nick Brown, NCSU Agriculture Economics Professor This session will provide individuals and business owners with the latest information possible on recent tax legislation. By attending, participants will hear about changes to income tax rates, income tax deductions, and other tax changes such as estate tax updates. With these updates, attendees will be able [...]
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Profit or Loss? Learn to Track Farm Profits Like a Pro
FeaturedOnline via ZoomHosted by Jennifer Badger, Area Specialized Agent, Agribusiness Are you making money from your farm—or just getting by? In this practical, hands-on workshop, you'll learn simple tools and techniques to track your income, expenses, and profits. Discover how to make informed decisions that boost your bottom line and secure your farm’s future. No accounting experience [...]
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So You Want to Start a Farm… Now What?
FeaturedWatauga County Cooperative Extension 971 W King Street, Boone, NC, United StatesThis workshop, led by Carol Coulter, Adjunct Professor at Appalachian State University's Sustainable Development Department and former co-founder of Homestead Heritage Goat Dairy, will focus on helping new farmers navigate the complexities of starting a farm. Participants will learn about land access options, defining goals and strategies, resource assessment, and developing a business plan. Pre-registration [...]
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Lunch and Learn: Small Scale Fruit Production
VirtualCEFS and N.C. Cooperative Extension are happy to announce the Lunch & Learn Webinar Series for 2025. Join Melissa Bell, CEFS Field Research, Education, and Outreach Liaison and John Lyttle, Agriculture Extension Agent, as they discuss methods for producing the highest-quality berries and tree fruit. When: 12 p.m. -1 p.m., Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Where: Zoom [...]