Many people have land or want land, to start farming. Some know exactly what they want to raise or grow and others are unsure. Some want a homestead, to provide for themselves and maybe grow a little extra to sell, while others want to grow for production. If you are unsure of what you want to do or where to start, this series of workshops may be right for you. Beginning May 6, there will be a series of three workshops to walk you through some of the questions you may have trouble answering.
Evaluating a Farming Enterprise - May 6, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
This session will walk you through the skills and resources you have to help provide you with a baseline of information on where you are starting and what you need to focus on. We will also do a farm market assessment to help you identify strengths and areas for improvement. In addition, we will discuss experience, land resources, markets, and profitability.
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Selecting an Enterprise for a Pasture-Based Livestock Farm - May 13, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
There are many options available for pasture-based livestock operations depending on your goals, experience, and land available. We will discuss livestock and infrastructure needs. The differences in breeding operations versus grower/finisher operations and scale of operations.
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Site Analysis - May 20, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Do you currently have land or are you looking to purchase or lease land? What do you need to consider? During this session, we will discuss accessibility, water, topography, zoning, soils, and vegetation.
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Pre-registration is required. All workshops are free to attend and will be held at the Davidson County Extension Office, 301 E. Center, Lexington, NC.
