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SUMMARY:Homestead to Side Hustle
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to turn what you already grow and make into a scalable\, income-generating side business with practical tools and guidance \n\n\n\n\nTurn your backyard skills into real income. Homestead to Side Hustle is a practical class designed for folks who want to make money from what they already grow\, raise\, or create. Whether you’re selling eggs\, preserves\, plants\, or handmade goods\, you’ll learn simple ways to price your products\, find local buyers\, navigate small-scale regulations\, and build a steady side income without losing the spirit of your homestead. Perfect for beginners and seasoned hobbyists ready to take the next step. \nBYOL: Bring Your Own Lunch to enjoy during this 12-1pm timeframe. \nIf you do not have an email address or have trouble registering online\, please call: 828-577-2427 \nCohosted in collaboration: N.C. Cooperative Extension\, Empowering Mountain Food Systems (EMFS)\, and Spring Creek Community Center
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/homestead-to-side-hustle/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Community Center\, 13075 North Carolina 209 #2\, Hot Springs\, NC\, 28743\, United States
CATEGORIES:EMFS,Workshops,Workshops and Educational Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Lauffer - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University & Center for Environmental Farming Systems North Carolina Growing Together Project":MAILTO:lwlauffe@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T005034
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SUMMARY:Food Labeling: Navigating Your Food Business Series
DESCRIPTION:Food Labeling: Navigating Your Food Business Series\nWednesday | Jun 03 | 1:00 PM — 2:15 PM\nJoin Kate Nicholas with NC State Extension Food Safety on this webinar on best practices for food labeling for food entrepreneurs and existing food businesses. The session will conclude with a Q&A with the Extension Team. \nRegister for this live Zoom webinar using the link below!\nhttps://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/ssH0kW11TrGhou3doKM-5w
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/navigating-your-food-business-8/
CATEGORIES:CEFS,EMFS,Seasons of Sustainable Agriculture Workshop Series,Workshops,Workshops and Educational Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Lauffer - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University & Center for Environmental Farming Systems North Carolina Growing Together Project":MAILTO:lwlauffe@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260508T005034
CREATED:20260408T152335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T152335Z
UID:33442-1780509600-1780513200@cefs.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Food Labeling: Navigating Your Food Business Series
DESCRIPTION:Food Labeling: Navigating Your Food Business Series\nWednesday | Jun 03 | 6:00 PM — 7:15 PM\nJoin Kate Nicholas with NC State Extension Food Safety on this webinar on best practices for food labeling for food entrepreneurs and existing food businesses. The session will conclude with a Q&A with the Extension Team. \nRegister for this live Zoom webinar using the link below!\nhttps://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/YPLkeWcwTu6agzytNZYEzw
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/navigating-your-food-business-9/
CATEGORIES:CEFS,EMFS,Seasons of Sustainable Agriculture Workshop Series,Workshops,Workshops and Educational Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Lauffer - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University & Center for Environmental Farming Systems North Carolina Growing Together Project":MAILTO:lwlauffe@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T005034
CREATED:20260410T200359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T203902Z
UID:33471-1781006400-1781010000@cefs.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Companion Planting and Cover Crops
DESCRIPTION:Join CEFS and N.C. Cooperative Extension for the Lunch & Learn Webinar Series for 2026. \nMelissa Bell\, CEFS Field Research\, Education\, and Outreach Liaison\, will discuss how companion planting helps you harness natural processes to build a healthier farm or garden.  Placing plants strategically can boost pollination\, suppress weeds\, and improve soil fertility. This session provides practical\, research-informed guidance on which pairings work best and which to avoid based on soil\, sunlight\, and season. You will also learn about the benefits of using cover crops in your farm or garden and learn about planting rates based on any scale. Rethink your farm or garden layout and maximize productivity while minimizing inputs. This session is suitable for all growers interested in sustainable soil management and plant biodiversity. \nWhen: 12 p.m. -1 p.m.\, Tuesday\, June 9\, 2026 \nWhere: Zoom \nRegister here.
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/lunch-and-learn-companion-planting-and-cover-crops/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CEFS,Lunch and Learns
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEFS":MAILTO:cefs_info@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T005034
CREATED:20260408T152730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T153020Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Your Food Business Series: Retail Foods - Restaurants\, Food Trucks & more
DESCRIPTION:Retail Foods: Restaurants\, Food Trucks and more\nWednesday | Jun 10 | 1:00 PM — 2:15 PM\nRegister here: https://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/mkR9tXDrRSyy52p4YfAckg \nJoin NC State Extension as we welcome Ellen Shumaker and the Safe Plates Team on this webinar as we investigate food safety requirements for food entrepreneurs and existing food businesses in the retail food sector. Be sure to stay and learn more about the Safe Plates Program from NC State Extension! The session will conclude with a Q&A.
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/navigating-your-food-business-10/
CATEGORIES:CEFS,EMFS,Seasons of Sustainable Agriculture Workshop Series,Workshops,Workshops and Educational Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Lauffer - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University & Center for Environmental Farming Systems North Carolina Growing Together Project":MAILTO:lwlauffe@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T180000
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CREATED:20260408T153227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T153302Z
UID:33448-1781114400-1781118000@cefs.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Navigating Your Food Business Series: Retail Foods - Restaurants\, Food Trucks & more
DESCRIPTION:Retail Foods: Restaurants\, Food Trucks & more\nWednesday | Jun 10 | 6:00 PM — 7:15 PM\n\nJoin NC State Extension as we welcome Ellen Shumaker and the Safe Plates Team on this webinar as we investigate food safety requirements for food entrepreneurs and existing food businesses in the retail food sector. Be sure to stay and learn more about the Safe Plates Program from NC State Extension! The session will conclude with a Q&A.\nRegister here: https://ncsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/Z-WNPTVnRsq9Y3-AoNGSew
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/navigating-your-food-business-11/
CATEGORIES:CEFS,EMFS,Seasons of Sustainable Agriculture Workshop Series,Workshops,Workshops and Educational Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Lauffer - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University & Center for Environmental Farming Systems North Carolina Growing Together Project":MAILTO:lwlauffe@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T140000
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CREATED:20260414T172957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T172957Z
UID:33515-1781787600-1781791200@cefs.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Mid-Year Farm Business Review & Reporting
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we walk through the process of evaluating farm business performance at the midpoint of the year. Participants will review financial records\, production data\, and key performance indicators to assess progress toward annual goals. This course focuses on organizing and interpreting mid-year data to identify strengths\, address challenges\, and support informed decision-making for the remainder of the season. \nThis class is taught by Jennifer Badger\, Area Specialized Agent\, Agribusiness\, NC Cooperative Extension Empowering Mountain Food Systems\, North Carolina State University \n\nOnline \nFee: No Cost
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/mid-year-farm-business-review-reporting/
CATEGORIES:CEFS,EMFS,Workshops and Educational Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Lauffer - North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University & Center for Environmental Farming Systems North Carolina Growing Together Project":MAILTO:lwlauffe@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T005034
CREATED:20260428T160446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T161502Z
UID:33628-1782378000-1782403200@cefs.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:Pasture Pork Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Interested in raising “Pastured Pork”? Join N.C. Cooperative Extension and NC Choices for a workshop and tour on Thursday\, June 25 from 9:00-4:00 at the NC A&T State University Farm Pavilion\, 3020 McConnell Road\, Greensboro. Registration is required: \nRegister on Eventbrite. \nThe cost is $20 and includes lunch. \nTopics covered include:\n\nbreed selection\nherd management\npasture management\nhoop housing\nfeeding and nutrition\nthe Meat Business\na farm tour\n\nSpeakers are: Dr Derrick Coble NC A&T State University; Lee Menius & Sarah Blacklin NC Choices Program; Silvana Pietromosli NC State Animal Science Department. \nContact April Bowman\, Stokes County Livestock Agent at 336-593-8179 or awbowman@ncsu.edu or Brandon Hartman\, Rockingham County Livestock Agent at 336-520-2548 or bthartma@ncsu.edu with questions.
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/pasture-pork-workshop-2/
LOCATION:N.C. A&T State University Farm Pavilion\, 3020 McConnell Rd.\, Greensboro\, NC 27401\, 3020 McConnell Rd\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27401\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEFS,NC Choices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260508T005034
CREATED:20260416T175242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T205901Z
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SUMMARY:Farm to Fork Kids Fest at Marbles Kids Museum
DESCRIPTION:Join CEFS at the 2026 Farm to Fork Kids Fest at Marbles Kids Museum! \nFor many years\, the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) has celebrated the bounty of North Carolina through our signature Farm to Fork Picnic. This year\, we’re excited to introduce Grounded and Growing: A CEFS Farm to Fork Series\, a year-long initiative designed to bridge the gap between high-level research and community action. As part of this series\, we are transforming Marbles Kids Museum into a living\, breathing farm to fork discovery zone for our Grounded and Growing: Farm to Fork Kids Fest. \nJoin us for an all-ages takeover of the museum floor. Kids become “Junior Insiders” as they navigate the journey from seed to smoothie through hands-on labs\, high-tech farm exhibits and interactive play! \nLocation: Marbles Kids Museum\, Raleigh\, NC \nDate and Time: Saturday\, July 18\, 2026 from 10am to 2pm \nTickets will go on sale on the Marbles website in June.
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/agri-kidsfest-at-marbles-kids-museum/
LOCATION:Marbles Kids Museum\, 201 East Hargett Street\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27601\, United States
CATEGORIES:CEFS,Farm to Fork
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEFS":MAILTO:cefs_info@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T130000
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CREATED:20260410T201752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T203447Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Seasonal Maintenance of Cool Season Crops
DESCRIPTION:Join CEFS and N.C. Cooperative Extension for the Lunch & Learn Webinar Series for 2026. \nMelissa Bell\, CEFS Field Research\, Education\, and Outreach Liaison\, will discuss how to care for common cool-season crops including information about planting\, fertilization\, pest management\, and cold weather protection unique to winter harvested or overwintering crops. This session is ideal for growers who want to grow food in the winter months. \nWhen: 12 p.m. -1 p.m.\, Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026 \nWhere: Zoom \nRegister here.
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/lunch-and-learn-seasonal-maintenance-of-cool-season-crops/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CEFS,Lunch and Learns
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEFS":MAILTO:cefs_info@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T005034
CREATED:20260420T184331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T183009Z
UID:33558-1786017600-1786021200@cefs.ncsu.edu
SUMMARY:The Grounded Table - How Pasture-Raised Meat Supports Farms\, Food and the Land
DESCRIPTION:Go behind the scenes with NC’s top food system experts for a roadmap on sourcing sustainably\, supporting local meat systems and understanding the future of NC ag with The Grounded Table webinar. \nIn this session\, Melissa Bell will host a conversation with guest speakers Sarah Blacklin and Lee Menius from NC Choices as well as Noah Ranells\, NC FarmLink Director & Extension Associate\, as they explore the role of pasture-raised meat in supporting farms\, food systems\, and land stewardship. Participants will gain insight into the “why” behind pasture-raised systems\, along with an insider’s perspective on how to find\, source\, and buy directly from local farmers. This session is ideal for anyone looking to better understand and support North Carolina’s local meat economy. \nWhen: 12 p.m. -1 p.m.\, Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 \nWhere: Zoom \nRegister here. \nSign up for our email list to be notified when registration opens for other The Grounded Table webinars.
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/the-grounded-table-how-pasture-raised-meat-supports-farms-food-and-the-land/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CEFS,Farm to Fork
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEFS":MAILTO:cefs_info@ncsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T005034
CREATED:20260410T203159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T203159Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Season Extension
DESCRIPTION:Join CEFS and N.C. Cooperative Extension for the Lunch & Learn Webinar Series for 2026. \nMelissa Bell\, CEFS Field Research\, Education\, and Outreach Liaison\, will explore techniques such as row covers and succession planting to extend harvests into late seasons. Learn research-based strategies to continue harvesting greens\, root crops\, and other hardy vegetables. This session is ideal for growers seeking year-round productivity. Caterpillar tunnels will be highlighted.  \nWhen: 12 p.m. -1 p.m.\, Tuesday\, October 13\, 2026 \nWhere: Zoom \nRegister here.
URL:https://cefs.ncsu.edu/event/lunch-and-learn-season-extension-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CEFS,Lunch and Learns
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ORGANIZER;CN="CEFS":MAILTO:cefs_info@ncsu.edu
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