This 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 [...]
Are 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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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
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 [...]
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 [...]
