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Tour and discussion of farm stand economics and design. This multigenerational farm family recently added a farmstand to their operation. Long a family dream to add direct-to-consumer sales, the location was finally right for the Huffman Farm and Roadside Market to come to fruition. These tours are meant for existing farm operations to help diversify [...]
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This one-day hands-on workshop will equip you with practical skills, regulatory insights, and essential tools to confidently assist value-added food producers in your community. With expert-led sessions from NC State Extension food safety specialists and lunchtime discussions featuring the NC Department of Agriculture, participants will leave confidently with new food safety knowledge and resources needed [...]
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Join NC Cooperative Extension, EMFS, and the Small Business Center as we meet two Haywood farmers with Unique Market and Production Practices. These tours are meant for existing farm operations to help diversify and increase current farm income. Register today! Tour Two - Efficient Farm Farmer Tim Burdine and Always Love Gardens Farm produces abundant [...]
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**This webinar was held on October 3, 2025 to share more and answer questions. You can access the webinar recording here using passcode: j*f?ATw1 Discover how local agriculture powers North Carolina’s economy and benefits our communities To provide a snapshot of the importance of agriculture on the county level, the N.C. Cooperative Extension Local Food [...] |
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How can you increase farm income by opening your farm to visitors? Camping options, tours and classes are all activities to consider. This interactive workshop will help you decide to explore this option with EmPOWERing Mountain Food Systems. Hosted by Laura Lauffer
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Join farm leaders for a farm Succession workshop in Madison County on Thursday, October 9, 2025. This workshop is designed to help farmers and their families plan the transfer of their farm to the next generation. Come learn about aspects like ownership, skills, labor, financial analysis, and communication to ensure a smooth and successful transition [...]
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Join NC Cooperative Extension and the Small Business Center as we meet Springhouse Farm in Watauga County. The farm business has added AgriTourism to increase farm income. These tours are meant for existing farm operations to help diversify and increase current farm income. Register today! DETAILS The farm tour takes place 2-4:00 PM. There is [...]
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Is your farm relying on a single source of income? In today's dynamic agricultural landscape, diversification is key to resilience and growth. Join us and the folks at Stonewall Bakery/Fields of Happiness for an insightful seminar and tour designed to help you unlock your farm's full potential. Attendees will share innovative ways to generate additional [...]
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Curious about turning your woodland into a sustainable source of income? This workshop will guide you through the possibilities of forest farming based on your land’s characteristics. Learn how to assess site conditions, navigate legal considerations, and evaluate the profitability of crops like ginseng, mushrooms, and more using sample enterprise budgets. Whether you're a new [...]
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Visit Lee's Good Fortune Farm to learn about season extension and a diversified cropping system for maximum production. This tour is targeted to start-up and existing farmers seeking to learn about longer growing seasons and increased income from a richly diversified operation. This event is free and is co-hosted in collaboration with NC Cooperative Extension [...]
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The Center for Environmental Farming Systems and our CORE Team regret that our CORE website is currently unavailable due to executive orders issued in January 2025. We are sorry to not be able to share this important work. Unfortunately, all CORE events have also been canceled at this time. |
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NRCS Forestry Field Day | Oct. 18, 8-12pm | Wake County Wildlife Club Forest landowners, contractors, realtors, and land managers wanting to understand NRCS services and funding opportunities are invited to join us for an excellent educational event. October 18, 2025 | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Wake County Wildlife Club Property Address: 2113 Coley Forest [...] |
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CEFS 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 options for extending the growing seasons of common crops. When: 12 p.m. -1 p.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Where: Zoom [...] |
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Maximize Your Farm's Profitability This Fall with NC Choices and Cornell University Support local sales. Reach more buyers. Grow your business. Join NC Choices and Cornell University for a fall webinar series designed to help farms increase profitable sales through MeatSuite.com. MeatSuite.com is a free tool for farmers in New York and North Carolina to connect with local customers [...] 
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The Visit Haywood Tourism Development Authority is updating their marketing outreach and they want to support your business in market promotions. Attend this session to learn how to use the support of Visit Haywood to grow your business and attract tourists to your storefront, farm or attraction. Guest speakers from Visit Haywood will share marketing [...]
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Join Melissa Bell from the Center for Environmental Farming Systems and John Lyttle, NC Cooperative Extension, Durham County – Agriculture Agent (Small Farms & Local Foods) for an in-person Soil Sampling for Routine Nutrient Analysis event: When: Tuesday, October 28th, 10 am - 12 pm Where: NC State Plant Sciences Building, 840 Oval Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606 Learn why it is [...]
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Join us to learn more about the different marketing avenues available for small ruminant producers. When: Wednesday, October 29th, 1 pm - 5 pm Where: N.C. Cooperative Extension- Orange County Center, 1020 U.S. 70 #suite 130 Hillsborough, NC 27278 This workshop will focus on navigating the different marketing strategies for small ruminants and products. We [...]
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