Agricultural Land Use Summit

Landowners, agriculture producers and conservationists are invited to attend a half-day summit to learn about tax planning, Present Use value, what is a bona fide farm, and the future of economic outlook. Attorney & NC State Associate Extension Professor Andrew Branan will be joining us with a variety of local experts to answer your land [...]

Liability in Agritourism

Robert Andrew Branan with the Agricultural and Resource Economics Department at NC State University, will offer his perspective on legal risks in agritourism, with an overview of liability law in general (including injury, zoning and neighbor complaints), the role of insurance and business entity organization, and statutory law whose purpose is to exempt agritourism operations [...]

2025-12-17T11:37:09-05:00December 17th, 2025|, , |

So You Want to Start a Farm… Now What?

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 [...]

2025-12-09T10:32:15-05:00October 21st, 2025||

The Ins and Outs of Having a North Carolina Food Business

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 [...]

2025-10-02T13:41:17-04:00September 25th, 2025||

Boost Your Farm’s Bottom Line: Diversify for New Revenue Streams

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 [...]

2025-10-02T13:39:50-04:00September 18th, 2025||
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