Virtual Small Farm Boot Camp Series
N.C. Cooperative Extension of Wake County is hosting four (4) free classes for small and/or prospective food farmers, who are looking to start or expand their Fruit Production enterprise, such as niche small fruits (like strawberries) or tree fruits (such as persimmons).
This series is also appropriate for those using fruits as part of an agritourism enterprise, such as Pick-Your-Own.
Workshop Information:
3/26 - Farm Business Planning
Learn how to organize your business to increase sales and increase foot traffic, and identify potential sources of funding to help pay for major infrastructure. Instructors: Jonathan F Smith, Trevor Hyde, Deanna Bigio- Sign up here!
4/2 - Small Fruit Production
Learn how to manage production of specialty small fruits, such as strawberries, and select the right small fruits for your enterprise. Instructors: Deanna Bigio, Jonathan F Smith, Trevor Hyde- Sign up here!
4/9 - Tree Fruit Production
Learn how to manage production of tree fruits, such as persimmons, and select the right tree fruits for your enterprise. Instructors: Deanna Bigio, Jonathan F Smith- Sign up here!
4/16 - Getting Market-Ready
Learn what is required for selling into different market channels, and make sure that your product is safe and looks its best for sale. Instructors: Trevor Hyde, Jonathan F Smith, Deanna Bigio- Sign up here!
