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SUMMARY:Southwest Virginia Tree Syrup School
DESCRIPTION:A school for two experience levels\nSouthwest Virginia Tree Syrup School meets Nov. 21\, 2026\, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern at the Oxbow Center in St. Paul. The announcement provides beginner and experienced-producer tracks. Subjects include suitable trees\, equipment and woodland management. Register by Nov. 19. Adult and child prices increase after Nov. 15; use the registration page for household packages and payment terms. \nChoose the questions that fit your experience\nSuggested preparation starts with the decision you are trying to make. A beginner may want to learn what a realistic first investigation involves before buying equipment. An established producer may have a more specific question about a management problem or a possible change. Write down the relevant conditions and the information you already have. These are preparation prompts\, not a guarantee that the school offers an individual property assessment or covers a particular equipment model. \nConsider the enterprise as a whole\nFor optional planning\, list the time\, facilities and expenses you would need to understand before starting or expanding syrup production. Ask which questions need site-specific advice and which reliable resources can help with early research. Separate a learning opportunity from a promise of income. A woodland enterprise still needs a realistic evaluation of labor\, production conditions and the way a product would reach customers. The program can provide a place to ask informed questions without establishing the economics of a particular property. \nConfirm the registration option\nThe meeting location is 16620 E. Riverside Drive\, St. Paul. Review the current fee schedule rather than treating the early adult price as the charge for every participant or registration date. Ask whether an optional Nov. 20 hike fits your plans and confirm its arrangements separately. Contact Phillip Meeks at 276-328-6194 or pmeeks@vt.edu about access or participation questions. Keep the payment confirmation\, because the registration notice says payment is needed to complete enrollment. Check current directions and program updates before traveling. \nOfficial information and current participation details
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/southwest-virginia-tree-syrup-school/
LOCATION:Oxbow Center\, 16620 E. Riverside Drive\, St. Paul\, VA\, 24283
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Southwest Virginia Tree Syrup School — Optional Educational Hike
DESCRIPTION:An optional afternoon before the school\nVirginia Cooperative Extension lists an optional educational hike Nov. 20\, 2026\, from 2 to 4 p.m. Eastern as part of Southwest Virginia Tree Syrup School. The program’s listed location is the Oxbow Center\, 16620 E. Riverside Drive in St. Paul. Confirm the hike’s precise meeting point and participation arrangements with Wise County Extension. \nSuggested preparation for an outdoor visit\nAsk the organizer about the route\, walking conditions\, accessibility and any weather-related instructions before deciding what to bring. Do not assume that the school’s indoor meeting location describes every part of the outdoor activity. If you have a mobility or access concern\, explain it directly to the office so it can discuss the actual arrangements. These are preparation questions\, not a description of a verified route\, required equipment or an announced cancellation policy. \nBring a woodland learning question\nConsider what you want to understand about a woodland before researching syrup production. A useful question may concern how to identify a starting point for a site assessment or where to find dependable local information. Keep notes on the distinction between an observation at a visited site and a recommendation for your own property. The hike’s title does not establish that a particular tree\, piece of equipment or management practice will be demonstrated. Let the organizer’s actual program guide those expectations. \nRegister through the school program\nUse the official registration page to review current terms and ask whether the school registration covers the optional hike. No separate hike price has been verified\, so this entry does not describe it as free. The main production school is a separate calendar item on Nov. 21. Contact Phillip Meeks at 276-328-6194 or pmeeks@vt.edu about the hike and current participation instructions. Keep the two dates separate when arranging travel\, and check for any updated meeting directions before leaving for St. Paul. Ask whom to contact on the day of the hike if directions or changing conditions make the meeting point unclear. \nOfficial information and current participation details
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/southwest-virginia-tree-syrup-school-optional-educational-hike/
LOCATION:Oxbow Center\, 16620 E. Riverside Drive\, St. Paul\, VA\, 24283
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Selection Today for Sustainability Tomorrow — Beef Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Selection workshop in Denton\nNC State Extension will hold Selection Today for Sustainability Tomorrow Nov. 20\, 2026\, at Uwharrie Ridge Farms\, 5141 Lou Cranford Road in Denton. The official registration form gives the hours as 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Eastern. Attendance is free\, and the North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association sponsors lunch. Register through the organizer’s online form. \nBreeding decisions on the program\nAnnounced subjects include selection principles and tools\, cow selection and culling\, sire and replacement-female evaluation\, and breeding systems and crossbreeding. Host Mark Wilburn will discuss the farm’s history and management. Suggested preparation is to identify the breeding or selection decision you want to understand better. Describe the goal in practical terms and note which records you already use to assess progress. Those notes can help you ask a focused question without assuming that a general session provides an individual herd plan. \nSuggested questions for the discussion\nConsider what information would support a comparison between alternatives and which conditions could change the decision. Ask how to interpret a tool within the context of the operation’s goals rather than treating one measurement as a complete answer. Keep a list of resources you want to examine after the workshop. These are preparation prompts\, not a claim that the session covers a particular breed or guarantees an improvement in performance or profitability. A farm example can be informative while still requiring further evaluation before applying it elsewhere. \nConfirm the farm visit\nUse the registration form to provide the information the organizer requests and check the current participation instructions. Contact adam_lawing@ncsu.edu with questions about the program\, access needs or arrival arrangements. Do not assume a dress requirement\, equipment list or registration deadline that the notice does not state. Allow time to reach the farm before the announced start and review any instructions supplied after registration. Afterward\, identify which ideas need local advice or better records before making a breeding or purchase decision for your own cattle. \nOfficial information and current participation details
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/selection-today-for-sustainability-tomorrow-beef-workshop/
LOCATION:Uwharrie Ridge Farms\, 5141 Lou Cranford Road\, Denton\, NC\, 27239
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:How to Make Your Farm More Profitable: Recordkeeping
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThe second farm-profitability session in Marion focuses on recordkeeping as a practical management tool rather than a year-end filing chore. \nSchedule and location\nThe workshop is scheduled for 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern on November 19\, 2026\, at McDowell Technical Community College. Jennifer Badger is the announced presenter in the program notice. \nRegistration and planning\nRegistration is available through the college Small Business Center. Producers may want to bring questions about separating household and farm transactions\, tracking enterprise costs and preparing records for lenders\, taxes or business planning. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/how-to-make-your-farm-more-profitable-recordkeeping/
LOCATION:McDowell Technical Community College Small Business Center\, 634 College Drive\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Pike County 4-H Ag Explorers — November Session
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nAg Explorers is a free Pike County 4-H and Agriculture and Natural Resources program for youth who want hands-on exposure to agriculture and outdoor topics. \nSchedule and location\nThe November session runs from 5 to 6 p.m. Eastern on November 19\, 2026\, at the Pike County Cooperative Extension Office in Pikeville. The announced series may include fishing\, hiking\, crafts\, farm tours and farmers market topics. \nRegistration and planning\nThe program is recommended for ages 9–14. Families should call the county Extension office to sign up and confirm the topic\, supervision requirements and any materials needed for this session. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/pike-county-4-h-ag-explorers-november-session/
LOCATION:Pike County Cooperative Extension Office\, 148 Trivette Drive\, Pikeville\, KY\, 41501
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Animal Waste Management: Legislative Updates\, Rodent Control and Drone Application
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThis three-hour continuing-education program addresses current animal-waste management issues for livestock operations and certified operators. \nSchedule and location\nThe class runs from 1 to 4 p.m. Eastern on November 19\, 2026. The organizer lists online participation and an in-person option at the Yadkin County Extension Center. Topics include legislative updates\, pork and dairy issues\, rodent control and drone pesticide application. \nRegistration and planning\nRegistration is required. The notice lists three credit hours for the animal-waste class and one hour of X pesticide credit. Confirm the credit categories\, delivery option and any attendance-verification requirements during registration. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/animal-waste-management-legislative-updates-rodent-control-and-drone-application/
LOCATION:Yadkin County Extension Center\, 2051 Agricultural Way\, Yadkinville\, NC\, 27055
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Fall Crop Protection Webinar #5: Extension Plant Pathology Update
DESCRIPTION:Fall Crop Protection Webinar #5\nThe Extension Plant Pathology Update session of the University of Kentucky Fall Crop Protection Webinar Series will be held online from 10 to 11 a.m. Eastern. Carl Bradley\, University of Kentucky Extension plant pathologist will present the session. \nThe University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture\, Food and Environment and the Grain Crops Pest Management Group are presenting the 2026 Fall Crop Protection Webinar Series. The five-part online series focuses on agronomic crops and integrated pest management and is open to farmers\, Extension agents\, crop consultants\, industry professionals and others. \nEach session runs from 10 to 11 a.m. Eastern. Participants must register online and select the webinar dates they want to attend. Certified crop advisers can earn one Integrated Pest Management continuing-education unit for each webinar\, for a possible five CEUs across the full series. Kentucky pesticide applicator credits are pending. \nPart of a Five-Week Series\nThe series runs on consecutive Thursdays from October 22 through November 19. Farmers can register for individual sessions or multiple dates through the official University of Kentucky event page.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/fall-crop-protection-webinar-5-extension-plant-pathology-update/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Southwest Virginia Tree Syrup School — Registration Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Complete registration by Nov. 19\nNov. 19\, 2026\, is the announced registration deadline for Southwest Virginia Tree Syrup School. Payment is required to complete enrollment. Early prices and household discounts end Nov. 15\, so the final registration date does not preserve those earlier terms. After the deadline\, the notice directs questions to Wise County Extension at 276-328-6194. \nChoose the correct registration option\nBefore submitting\, review the current adult\, child and household choices on the official registration page. Check that the people covered by a household option meet its actual conditions. Do not assume that a registration covering the school automatically answers every question about the optional hike. Ask the office if an instruction is unclear. These are practical registration checks\, not additional conditions created by this calendar listing or an assurance that spaces will remain available until the final day. \nSuggested preparation\nKeep the course dates\, payment milestone and travel arrangements together in your own planning notes. Make sure you understand which activities you intend to attend and what confirmation the program provides. If you plan to pay by a method other than an online card transaction\, follow the office’s current directions and allow time to verify completion. Do not treat an unfinished registration form as proof of enrollment. Save the receipt or confirmation you receive and ask the office about any missing acknowledgment. \nAvoid an assumed closing hour\nThe announcement gives a deadline date without a closing hour. This calendar entry therefore marks the day and does not invent an 11:59 p.m. cutoff or promise all-day office access. Finish early enough to ask a question if necessary. A direction to contact the office after the deadline is not a guarantee of late admission or unchanged fees. Use the official page for current payment\, cancellation and participation terms. Consult the separate school and optional-hike entries for their meeting times instead of treating this deadline marker as an event taking place all day. \nOfficial information and current participation details
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/southwest-virginia-tree-syrup-school-registration-deadline/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T133000
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UID:11513-1795008600-1795017600@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Farm Financials Recordkeeping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThis practical farm-financials workshop focuses on organizing records for year-end review\, tax planning and business decisions. \nSchedule and location\nThe program runs from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Eastern on November 18\, 2026\, at the Buncombe County Extension Center in Asheville. Announced presenters include George Austin of Austin CPA\, Alex Edquist Locklear of Good Agriculture and Ed Graves of Tiny Bridge Farm. \nRegistration and planning\nSpace is limited and an RSVP is required. The official notice does not list a fee. Participants may want to bring questions about their current bookkeeping setup\, enterprise records and year-end decisions. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/farm-financials-recordkeeping-workshop/
LOCATION:Buncombe County Extension Center\, 49 Mount Carmel Road\, Suite 102\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T160000
DTSTAMP:20261107T160256Z
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UID:11503-1794992400-1795017600@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Project Learning Tree Explore Your Environment K-8 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThe Explore Your Environment workshop introduces activities from Project Learning Tree’s K-8 guide for classroom and nonformal educators and natural-resource professionals. \nSchedule and location\nThe workshop runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Eastern on November 18\, 2026\, at The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville. Lunch is included. Participants receive the activity guide\, and the program qualifies for specified environmental-education and renewal credits. \nRegistration and planning\nRegistration is due by noon November 11 and costs $20. The notice provides contacts for fee assistance and participation support such as mileage\, supplies or substitute costs. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/project-learning-tree-explore-your-environment-k-8-workshop/
LOCATION:The North Carolina Arboretum\, 20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260923T222138Z
CREATED:20260913T154140Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Business Intensive: Markets and Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Find the Market That Fits the Farm\nWinter Business Intensive: Markets and Marketing will help farmers look beyond what they can produce and focus on who will buy it. The fourth session in Appalachian RC&D’s 2026-27 Winter Business Intensive is scheduled for November 17 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Langston Centre in Johnson City\, Tennessee. \nThe session gives participants an opportunity to examine customers\, sales channels\, pricing\, promotion\, and the practical demands that different markets place on a farm business. \n\n\nCompare Sales Channels Before Committing\nMarkets and Marketing participants can examine options such as farmers markets\, farm stands\, community-supported agriculture programs\, restaurants\, wholesale buyers\, and other outlets. Each channel comes with different expectations for pricing\, volume\, packaging\, delivery\, and customer communication. \nA market with strong sales potential may also require more transportation\, packaging\, labor\, or production consistency. Farmers can compare those demands with their operations’ actual capacity before deciding where to invest time and money. \nThe session also encourages producers to consider whether a market aligns with the farm’s scale and long-term goals rather than chasing every possible sales opportunity. \nBuild a Clear Message for Customers\nMarketing is not only about choosing where to sell. Farmers also need to communicate what they offer\, why it matters\, and how customers can buy it. \nParticipants can think of branding\, promotion\, and customer communication as tools that support the business\, not separate tasks. A clear message can help a farm explain its products\, production practices\, availability\, and value without relying on vague claims or constant discounting. \nUse Marketing Information in the Business Plan\nMarket decisions affect production planning\, infrastructure\, and finances. A farmer who knows which customers matter most can make better decisions about crop mix\, livestock numbers\, harvest timing\, packaging\, and delivery. \nThis November 17 session is part of an eight-session series that guides participants toward a stronger farm business plan. Appalachian RC&D says qualifying graduates can also earn Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program education credit toward eligible Producer Diversification requirements. \n  \nRead our full-length articles about educational and grant opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/winter-business-intensive-markets-and-marketing/
LOCATION:Langston Centre\, 315 Elm St\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Courses & Training,Education,Workshops & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T150000
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SUMMARY:Kentucky State University 28th Annual Small Farms Conference
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nKentucky State University’s 28th Annual Small Farms Conference centers on profitability and innovation for small farms. \nSchedule and location\nThe conference runs November 17–19\, 2026\, at the Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm in Frankfort. The program includes tours\, farmer stories\, concurrent sessions on markets\, soil health\, crops\, high tunnels and livestock\, plus a workshop on heirs’ property and land succession. \nRegistration and planning\nRegistration is available through Kentucky State University. The organizer provides on-site parking and says no hotel-to-farm shuttle will operate. Tour transportation is separate. Review the agenda and registration options before booking travel. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/kentucky-state-university-28th-annual-small-farms-conference/
LOCATION:Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm\, 1525 Mills Lane\, Frankfort\, KY\, 40601
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T193000
DTSTAMP:20261025T205044Z
CREATED:20261025T205044Z
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SUMMARY:Compiling Agribusiness End-of-Year Reports
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for year-end reporting\nCleveland County Extension will offer Compiling Agribusiness End-of-Year Reports Nov. 16\, 2026\, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern. Area specialized agribusiness agent Jennifer Badger will discuss financial statements\, organizing data\, analyzing performance and planning for the next season. The meeting is in the Extension auditorium at 130 S. Post Road in Shelby. Register by Nov. 10. A meal is provided. \nSuggested preparation\nIdentify the question you most want your year-end records to answer. You may want a clearer view of an enterprise\, a better way to organize documents or an explanation of a financial statement you have not used before. List the records you already keep and the gaps that make interpretation difficult. These are preparation suggestions\, not a request to bring private financial information into a group setting or a guarantee of an individual business review. \nConnect records with decisions\nConsider how information moves from a sale\, purchase or other transaction into the records you use to make decisions. Write down where that process becomes confusing or inconsistent. Ask which resources can help you understand a statement and which questions need a private conversation with an accountant or farm business adviser. A general education session does not determine the correct treatment of a specific transaction. Keep examples anonymous if you choose to ask a question publicly\, and retain the source of any guidance you plan to follow up. \nRegister and confirm arrangements\nCall 704-482-4365 or use the official registration link before the announced deadline. Morgan Walker is the contact for questions at morgan_walker@ncsu.edu. Ask about accessibility\, arrival instructions and any materials the organizer wants participants to bring. This listing does not assume an admission fee or a requirement to submit farm records. After the workshop\, choose a manageable improvement to investigate and identify the adviser or reference that can help. Use the current event page to check for schedule or registration changes before traveling to Shelby. \nOfficial information and current participation details
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/compiling-agribusiness-end-of-year-reports/
LOCATION:Cleveland County Extension Center\, 130 South Post Road\, Suite 1\, Shelby\, NC\, 28152
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261115
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261116
DTSTAMP:20261025T205036Z
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SUMMARY:Frozen Dessert University Scholarship — Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Apply for frozen dessert training support\nSDBII’s Frozen Dessert University scholarship deadline is Nov. 15\, 2026. The course meets Dec. 14–17 in High Point\, North Carolina. Selected applicants receive paid registration and up to $1\,000 in eligible lodging and transportation reimbursement. Mileage and other ground transportation costs are excluded. The notice gives an 11:59 p.m. cutoff without specifying a timezone. Confirm that detail and apply early. \nSuggested application preparation\nDescribe the business decision that this training could help you make. A useful application explanation connects the course with a specific learning need\, rather than a general wish to expand. Identify who would attend and how that person would share relevant information with others in the operation. These are preparation suggestions\, not a scoring rubric or a promise that any particular project will receive preference. Review the actual application before deciding what supporting information to collect. \nPlan the expenses before committing\nCompare the proposed trip with the current award rules. Keep covered registration separate from expenses that require reimbursement and identify costs the business would need to fund itself. Ask when an award decision arrives and what documentation a selected participant must retain. Do not book travel on the assumption that submitting an application guarantees funding. A simple written budget can help you see the cash needed before reimbursement and the amount that would remain your responsibility. \nCheck the current eligibility terms\nUse the SDBII opportunities page and applicant portal for the full business eligibility and personnel limits. Different dairy opportunities on the same page have different rules. This entry marks the scholarship application date\, not a second deadline for course admission or a class taking place that day. Keep a copy of your submission and any confirmation the portal provides. Ask the program about unclear expense categories\, access needs or payment timing before making a commitment. Follow the award instructions you actually receive if selected. \nOfficial information and current participation details
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/frozen-dessert-university-scholarship-application-deadline/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260927T210322Z
CREATED:20260927T210322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T210322Z
UID:10693-1794650400-1794657600@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Cover Crops Your Way: Field Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Put Cover-Crop Planning Into Practice\nThe second session of Cover Crops Your Way will be held November 14 from 10 a.m. to noon at Oak Hill Community Park & Forest in Morganton. This hands-on demonstration follows the October 22 classroom workshop and focuses on establishing different cover crops in the field. \nParticipants will see practical techniques for cover-crop establishment and build on earlier instruction about species selection\, soil testing\, equipment and planning. \nA Hands-On Follow-Up\nThe field session gives growers an opportunity to connect classroom information with actual planting and establishment practices. The two-part format is intended to help farmers and gardeners choose cover crops that match their goals and understand how to put those choices into practice. \nRegistration Required\nThe demonstration will be held at Oak Hill Community Park & Forest\, 820 NC-126 in Morganton. The program is hosted by Burke County N.C. Cooperative Extension with regional partners. Pre-registration is required\, and participants can contact Burke County Extension at 828-764-9480 for information.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/cover-crops-your-way-field-demonstration/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T195259Z
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SUMMARY:Cover Crops Your Way: Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Build a Cover Crop Plan That Fits the Farm\nFarmers and growers looking to improve soil health can join Cover Crops Your Way\, a two-part workshop scheduled for October 22 and November 14 in Morganton. \nThe program begins with a classroom session from 6 to 8 p.m. October 22 at the N.C. Cooperative Extension Burke County Center\, 130 Ammons Drive.   Participants will return November 14 from 10 a.m. to noon for a hands-on demonstration at Oak Hill Community Park and Forest\, 820 N.C. 126. Pre-registration is required. \nThe workshop moves from classroom instruction to practical field application. \n\n\nCover Crop Selection\, Soil Testing\, and Establishment\nTopics will include the benefits of cover crops\, different cover crop varieties\, soil testing\, planning\, and establishment. Organizers also plan a cover crop planting demonstration during the field portion of the program. \nThe classroom session will cover different cover crop types and how to use them in production environments.   During the November field session\, participants will see how different cover crops are established and gain practical knowledge they can apply to their own operations. \nThat combination may help growers who understand the general benefits of cover crops but need help deciding which species\, planting methods\, or timing make sense for their farms. \nSupporting Healthier Soils\nCover crops can be part of a broader farm-management strategy\, not a one-size-fits-all practice. Producers need to consider their production system\, soil conditions\, planting windows\, and goals when selecting what to grow between cash crops. \nThe workshop aims to help participants develop a cover crop plan rather than simply introducing individual species. \nThe program is being offered through N.C. Cooperative Extension in cooperation with partners including Burke Soil and Water Conservation District\, Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina\, and Empowering Mountain Food Systems. \nFor Appalachian Highlands vegetable producers\, diversified farms\, market gardeners\, and other growers interested in soil health\, the two-session format provides both instruction and an opportunity to see cover-crop establishment in the field. \nParticipants must register in advance. Burke County Extension can also provide additional information about the sessions. \n  \nRead our full-length articles about educational opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/cover-crops-your-way-session-2/
LOCATION:Oak Hill Community Park and Forest\, 820 NC-126\, Morganton\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshops & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T133000
DTSTAMP:20261107T160055Z
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UID:11498-1794571200-1794576600@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Fall Forest Farming Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nForest Farming Office Hours provides an informal place for beginners and experienced growers to ask questions\, exchange resources and discuss production or market issues. \nSchedule and location\nThe Zoom session is scheduled from noon to 1:30 p.m. Eastern on November 13\, 2026. Participants may include growers\, researchers\, industry representatives and Extension specialists from multiple regions. \nRegistration and planning\nThe session is free\, but Zoom registration is required. The official notice says the program will not be recorded\, so participants should attend live and prepare questions in advance. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/fall-forest-farming-office-hours/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T120000
DTSTAMP:20261107T155647Z
CREATED:20261107T155647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261107T155647Z
UID:11485-1794571200-1794571200@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Southern SARE On-Farm Research Grant — Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nSouthern SARE On-Farm Research Grants support agricultural professionals who conduct research with at least one cooperating farmer on a farm. \nSchedule and location\nThe proposal deadline is noon Eastern on November 13\, 2026. The program notice allows requests of up to $30\,000 for projects lasting no more than two years. Applicants should use the current call for proposals for complete eligibility and budget rules. \nRegistration and planning\nThis deadline is time-sensitive. Applicants should confirm that an eligible agricultural professional leads the proposal\, a farmer collaborator is identified and the work will occur on a farm. Submit early enough to resolve account or upload problems. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/southern-sare-on-farm-research-grant-application-deadline/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T141500
DTSTAMP:20261107T155644Z
CREATED:20261107T155644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261107T155644Z
UID:11481-1794564000-1794579300@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Farm Forward: Building\, Protecting and Preserving Your Ag Legacy
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nFarm Forward brings four related farm-business sessions into one free seminar for producers and farm families. The program focuses on building an operation\, protecting people and assets\, and preserving an agricultural legacy. \nSchedule and location\nThe seminar runs from 10 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Eastern on November 13\, 2026\, at the Wilkes County Agricultural Center in Wilkesboro. Roxanne Read is the announced speaker. Topics include records and business structure\, compliance\, liability\, insurance and succession planning. \nRegistration and planning\nRegistration is required through the Small Business Center Network. There is no registration fee. Producers may want to bring questions about their current business structure\, insurance coverage\, recordkeeping system and long-term ownership plans. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/farm-forward-building-protecting-and-preserving-your-ag-legacy/
LOCATION:Wilkes County Agricultural Center\, 416 Executive Drive\, Wilkesboro\, NC\, 28697
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T180000
DTSTAMP:20261107T160658Z
CREATED:20261107T160658Z
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UID:11512-1794492000-1794506400@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:11th Annual NC Medicinal Herb Grower and Buyer Event
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThe annual NC Medicinal Herb Grower and Buyer Event connects regional growers with buyers\, herbalists and other market participants. \nSchedule and location\nThe event runs from 2 to 6 p.m. Eastern on November 12\, 2026\, at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center in Mills River. The program includes buyer presentations\, most-wanted lists\, contract-growing discussion\, product samples\, resource tables and networking. \nRegistration and planning\nRegistration costs $12 through Eventbrite. Growers who want to share samples or planting stock should review organizer instructions and confirm what they may bring before arriving. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/11th-annual-nc-medicinal-herb-grower-and-buyer-event/
LOCATION:Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center\, 455 Research Drive\, Mills River\, NC\, 28759
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T170000
DTSTAMP:20261107T160054Z
CREATED:20261107T160054Z
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UID:11497-1794492000-1794502800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Irrigation Design at the Small Farm Scale
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThis in-depth workshop focuses on planning and operating irrigation systems for small farms before drought conditions create an emergency. \nSchedule and location\nThe program runs from 2 to 5 p.m. Eastern on November 12\, 2026\, at SAHC Community Farm in Alexander. Chris McWhorter of W.P. Law will cover output\, pressure\, sizing\, components\, watering rates\, scheduling and maintenance. Farm manager Chris Link will discuss the site’s system. \nRegistration and planning\nThe cost is $20. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. The workshop is scheduled to proceed rain or shine in an indoor classroom\, with a possible field visit to the well-house setup. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/irrigation-design-at-the-small-farm-scale/
LOCATION:SAHC Community Farm\, 180 Mag Sluder Road\, Alexander\, NC\, 28701
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T110000
DTSTAMP:20260926T192720Z
CREATED:20260926T192720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T192720Z
UID:10573-1794477600-1794481200@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Fall Crop Protection Webinar #4: Extension Weed Science Update
DESCRIPTION:Fall Crop Protection Webinar #4\nThe Extension Weed Science Update session of the University of Kentucky Fall Crop Protection Webinar Series will be held online from 10 to 11 a.m. Eastern. Travis Legleiter of University of Kentucky Extension Weed Science will present the session. \nThe University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture\, Food and Environment and the Grain Crops Pest Management Group are presenting the 2026 Fall Crop Protection Webinar Series. The five-part online series focuses on agronomic crops and integrated pest management and is open to farmers\, Extension agents\, crop consultants\, industry professionals and others. \nEach session runs from 10 to 11 a.m. Eastern. Participants must register online and select the webinar dates they want to attend. Certified crop advisers can earn one Integrated Pest Management continuing-education unit for each webinar\, for a possible five CEUs across the full series. Kentucky pesticide applicator credits are pending. \nPart of a Five-Week Series\nThe series runs on consecutive Thursdays from October 22 through November 19. Farmers can register for individual sessions or multiple dates through the official University of Kentucky event page.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/fall-crop-protection-webinar-4-extension-weed-science-update/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260921T215538Z
CREATED:20260921T201758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T215538Z
UID:10274-1794470400-1794488400@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Knoxville Grower-Buyer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Connect Directly With Regional Food Buyers\nFarmers\, ranchers\, and food producers looking to expand wholesale sales can meet regional buyers directly at the Knoxville Grower-Buyer Meeting on November 12. The free event runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kern’s Bakery\, 2201 Kerns Rising Way in Knoxville. \nThe Knoxville Grower-Buyer Meeting connects East Tennessee agricultural producers with chefs\, restaurant owners\, grocery managers\, distributors\, and institutional food-service buyers interested in local supply. Ultimately\, the goal is to help growers start conversations\, learn buyers’ needs\, and identify relationships to pursue after the event. \n\n\nLearn What Wholesale Buyers Need\nDoors open at 8 a.m. for networking and coffee\, followed by breakfast and a welcome session at 8:30. The main Grower-Buyer Meeting and Meet the Experts session runs from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Farmers can introduce their businesses\, discuss products and seasonal availability\, and ask buyers about purchasing requirements. \nOrganizers make clear that the meeting does not guarantee sales or contracts. Instead\, it is an opportunity to open a door and follow up later. That can help producers considering wholesale markets but not yet sure what individual restaurants\, grocers\, or distributors require. \nBusiness Guidance for Producers\nExperts will discuss marketing\, social media\, and food safety. They will cover Tennessee Department of Agriculture requirements and other wholesale-readiness topics. These topics matter because wholesale channels differ from direct-to-consumer sales in packaging\, delivery\, pricing\, and communication. \nThe Knoxville Grower-Buyer Meeting welcomes produce farmers\, fruit growers\, and row-crop operations. It also welcomes livestock producers\, dairies\, egg suppliers\, and specialty or value-added agricultural businesses. These groups are ready to explore wholesale expansion. Additionally\, partners include Real Good Kitchen Foundation\, Nourish Knoxville\, and UT Extension. \nRegistration is free. Farmers planning to attend may benefit from bringing information about their products\, seasonal availability\, production capacity\, and current sales channels to make the most of conversations with buyers. \n  \nRead our full-length articles about educational opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/knoxville-grower-buyer-meeting/
LOCATION:Kern’s Bakery\, 2201 Kerns Rising Way\, Knoxville\, TN\, 37920\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T200000
DTSTAMP:20261107T155854Z
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UID:11492-1794333600-1794340800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Rebuilding the Herd Through Improved Selection and Management
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThe Watauga County Cattlemen’s Association will host a discussion on rebuilding cattle herds through improved selection and management. \nSchedule and location\nThe program runs from 6 to 8 p.m. Eastern on November 10\, 2026\, at the Watauga County Agricultural Conference Center in Boone. Dr. Benjamin Rajo\, NC State Mountain Livestock Extension Specialist\, is the announced speaker. \nRegistration and planning\nThe educational program does not list a separate admission charge. A meal is available for $12 per plate for people who RSVP by November 8 at the link in the official notice. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/rebuilding-the-herd-through-improved-selection-and-management/
LOCATION:Watauga County Agricultural Conference Center\, 252 Poplar Grove Road\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T193000
DTSTAMP:20261107T160254Z
CREATED:20261107T160254Z
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UID:11501-1794333600-1794339000@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Social Media\, Now What? for Farms and Agribusinesses
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThis farm-marketing workshop is designed to help agricultural businesses make practical choices about platforms\, content and posting frequency. \nSchedule and location\nThe program runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern on November 10\, 2026\, at the Forsyth County Extension Center in Tobaccoville. Rooted in NC presents the session with Extension and the Forsyth Tech Small Business Center. \nRegistration and planning\nRegistration is required. The source does not list a fee. Participants may want to bring an example of their current social profile\, one customer group they want to reach and a realistic estimate of the time they can devote each week. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/social-media-now-what-for-farms-and-agribusinesses/
LOCATION:Forsyth County Extension Center\, 7232 Forsyth Center Drive\, Tobaccoville\, NC\, 27050
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T190000
DTSTAMP:20261107T160456Z
CREATED:20261107T160456Z
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UID:11506-1794333600-1794337200@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Horse Health and Nutrition Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThis practical Extension workshop focuses on core horse-health and nutrition considerations for owners and caretakers. \nSchedule and location\nThe program runs from 6 to 7 p.m. Eastern on November 10\, 2026\, at the Graham County Extension Center in Robbinsville. The official listing does not publish a detailed agenda or fee. \nRegistration and planning\nUse the official registration link and contact the county office before traveling if you need the speaker list\, fee status\, accessibility details or guidance on bringing farm-specific questions. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/horse-health-and-nutrition-workshop/
LOCATION:Graham County Extension Center\, 39 South Main Street\, Robbinsville\, NC\, 28771
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T193000
DTSTAMP:20261107T155646Z
CREATED:20261107T155646Z
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UID:11483-1794331800-1794339000@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:How to Make Your Farm More Profitable: Business Planning and Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThis farm-business workshop uses examples from Wild East Farm to show how a producer can evaluate enterprises\, capital investments\, pricing\, employment and growth. \nSchedule and location\nThe free session runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Eastern on November 10\, 2026\, at McDowell Technical Community College in Marion. Noah Paulos is the announced speaker. The program is co-sponsored by the college Small Business Center\, Empowering Mountain Food Systems and McDowell Extension. \nRegistration and planning\nAdvance registration is available through the Small Business Center Network. Participants can prepare by identifying one enterprise\, purchase or expansion decision they want to evaluate and gathering the numbers they currently use. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/how-to-make-your-farm-more-profitable-business-planning-and-decision-making/
LOCATION:McDowell Technical Community College Small Business Center\, 634 College Drive\, Marion\, NC\, 28752
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T170000
DTSTAMP:20261107T160459Z
CREATED:20261107T160459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261107T160459Z
UID:11510-1794315600-1794330000@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Harvesting Opportunities: Leveraging Farm Assets for Agritourism
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThis afternoon workshop is designed for farm owners considering agritourism but unsure how to evaluate their property\, business goals and starting options. \nSchedule and location\nThe program runs from 1 to 5 p.m. Eastern on November 10\, 2026\, at the Yadkin County Extension Center. The official listing describes an afternoon devoted to agritourism and leveraging farm assets. \nRegistration and planning\nRegistration is required through the official event page. The source does not list a fee. Participants can prepare by identifying existing farm assets\, visitor-safety concerns\, seasonal capacity and the customer experience they may want to offer. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/harvesting-opportunities-leveraging-farm-assets-for-agritourism/
LOCATION:Yadkin County Extension Center\, 2051 Agricultural Way\, Yadkinville\, NC\, 27055
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T143000
DTSTAMP:20261107T155855Z
CREATED:20261107T155855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261107T155855Z
UID:11495-1794315600-1794321000@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Organic Methods for Weed Management in the South
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nThis webinar examines weed management for Southern organic farms through a broad toolkit of cultural\, mechanical\, physical\, thermal and National Organic Program-approved practices. \nSchedule and location\nThe online session runs from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Eastern on November 10\, 2026. Rebecca Champagne of the Organic Farming Research Foundation is the presenter\, with panelists Peter Dittmar of University of Florida IFAS and Katie Jennings of NC State University. \nRegistration and planning\nThe program is designed for farmers\, technical service providers and Extension agents. Registration is required. The organizer says one Integrated Pest Management continuing-education unit will be offered. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/organic-methods-for-weed-management-in-the-south/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T133000
DTSTAMP:20261107T160256Z
CREATED:20261107T160256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261107T160256Z
UID:11502-1794313800-1794317400@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:NC Tunnel Talks: Growing Gold — Specialty Crops in High Tunnels
DESCRIPTION:What to expect\nNC Tunnel Talks is a live webinar series for commercial producers\, Extension agents and conservation professionals working with high tunnel systems. \nSchedule and location\nThe November session\, Growing Gold: Specialty Crops in High Tunnels\, runs from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Eastern on November 10\, 2026. Cyndi Knudson\, John Gurganus and Heather Berger host the series with guest specialists. \nRegistration and planning\nAdvance online registration is required through the series Eventbrite page. The program is free. Join early enough to test the meeting link and prepare crop-specific questions for the live question period. Check the official source before traveling because organizers may update capacity\, access instructions or program details. \nOfficial information and registration
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/nc-tunnel-talks-growing-gold-specialty-crops-in-high-tunnels/
LOCATION:SC
CATEGORIES:Education
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