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SUMMARY:Win With Wood
DESCRIPTION:University of Kentucky youth forestry and wood-industry education program. Youth ages 9-18 can explore forestry careers and forest products; a $500 scholarship is awarded.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/win-with-wood/
LOCATION:UK Wood Utilization Center\, 311 Woodcenter Drive\, Jackson\, KY\, 41339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="University of Kentucky Forestry and Natural Resources":MAILTO:forestry.extension@uky.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T180000
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SUMMARY:Farm Dreams
DESCRIPTION:Online exploratory workshop from Organic Growers School for aspiring farmers who want practical guidance on how to start a small farm and plan their next steps.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/farm-dreams/
LOCATION:Online / Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Organic Growers School":MAILTO:chris@organicgrowersschool.org
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SUMMARY:NC AgVentures Grant Application Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free applicant webinar explaining the NC AgVentures Farm Grant Program and application process. This is one of three identical information sessions.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/nc-agventures-grant-application-webinar/
LOCATION:Online / Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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SUMMARY:Tennessee TAEP Application Period
DESCRIPTION:The 2026-27 Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program application period runs Oct. 1-7 and is online only. State materials say the portal opens at 12:01 a.m. Central on Oct. 1 and closes at 11:59 p.m. Central on Oct. 7.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/tennessee-taep-application-period/
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee Department of Agriculture":MAILTO:TN.Agriculture@tn.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T133000
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CREATED:20260914T171549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T224500Z
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SUMMARY:Farming Where You Live Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:The Farming Where You Live Webinar Series continues October 1 with the third of four free online sessions for landowners and beginning farmers looking to generate income from farm or forest land. \nThe Farming Where You Live Webinar Series is a free online program from the University of Tennessee Center for Profitable Agriculture for landowners and beginning farmers who want to use farm or forest land productively. Sessions are scheduled for September 17\, September 24\, October 1\, and October 7\, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Attendees must preregister. \nThis series targets people who may own acreage and are deciding which agricultural or forestry enterprise makes sense for their property. It can also help beginning farmers evaluate land\, identify realistic income opportunities\, and better understand available resources. \n\n\nThis Webinar Series Focuses on Practical Land Use\nThis Webinar Series focuses on practical ways to assess existing land and consider how it might generate income. That may include agricultural enterprises\, forest-based opportunities\, or other uses that fit the landowner’s goals and available resources. \nFor many landowners\, the challenge is not simply deciding what they could do with a property. The harder question is whether an idea fits the land\, available labor\, the market\, and the time and money they are willing to invest. \nA program like this can help participants move from a general idea toward a more realistic plan. \nFarming Where You Live Webinar Series Can Help Beginning Farmers\nBeginning farmers often have to make several decisions at once\, including what to produce\, how much land they need\, and whether a proposed enterprise can support itself financially. \nThe series gives participants a chance to hear from agricultural professionals while thinking through those decisions before making larger investments. \nBecause the sessions are online\, farmers and landowners can participate from anywhere in the region without traveling. Participants may get more from the program by bringing questions about their own property and keeping notes on programs\, contacts\, or resources they want to investigate later. \nFarming Where You Live Webinar Series Runs Through October 7\nThe organizers schedule the final live session for October 7. Landowners and beginning farmers interested in the Farming Where You Live Webinar Series should register in advance and confirm the schedule and connection information before each session. The program may be especially useful for people with land available who are still figuring out what kind of farm or forest enterprise best fits their property\, resources\, and long-term goals. \nRead our full-length articles about educational opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/farming-where-you-live-webinar-series-3/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="UT Center for Profitable Agriculture":MAILTO:acboyd@utk.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T200000
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CREATED:20260913T153925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T153925Z
UID:9676-1790881200-1790884800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Journeyperson Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Free Zoom information session about Organic Growers School’s Journeyperson program for Southern Appalachian farmers with three or more years of independent farming experience.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/journeyperson-info-session/
LOCATION:Online / Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Organic Growers School":MAILTO:chris@organicgrowersschool.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T200000
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CREATED:20260914T171544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T171544Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Disease Management
DESCRIPTION:The final session in Organic Growers School’s free 2026 Organic Crop Management series focuses on disease prevention and management. Steve Beltram of TendWell Farm will cover disease causes\, identification\, cultural and integrated practices\, and approaches used to promote disease resistance on an organic farm.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/organic-disease-management/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T180000
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UID:9681-1791302400-1791309600@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Herd & Forage Improvement Farm Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Virginia State University Small Farm Outreach field day at A&W Ranch featuring rotational grazing\, Angus beef production and on-farm research comparing lespedeza and novel endophyte fescue.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/herd-forage-improvement-farm-field-day/
LOCATION:A&W Ranch\, 160 South Montevideo Circle\, Penn Laird\, VA\, 22846\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia State University Small Farm Outreach Program":MAILTO:smallfarm@vsu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T210000
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CREATED:20260913T154018Z
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UID:9684-1791309600-1791320400@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Winter Business Intensive: Getting Started
DESCRIPTION:Session 1 of Appalachian RC&D’s Winter Business Intensive Field School. The full series includes eight in-person sessions plus a Feb. 2 graduation and focuses on farm business management.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/winter-business-intensive-getting-started/
LOCATION:Langston Centre\, 315 Elm St\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260915T211359Z
CREATED:20260915T191021Z
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SUMMARY:WaterSmart NC Irrigation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The WaterSmart NC irrigation workshop will give farmers and agricultural professionals a full day of classroom instruction and hands-on training focused on irrigation management\, water conservation\, and precision irrigation technology. \nThe workshop will be held Wednesday\, October 7\, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the N.C.Cooperative Extension Stokes County Center\, 700 N. Main St.\, Danbury\, North Carolina. \nN.C. Cooperative Extension is organizing the regional program for farmers\, Extension agents\, Natural Resources Conservation Service staff\, researchers\, students\, and agricultural industry professionals. Organizers describe it as the first regional WaterSmart NC Irrigation Management and Water Conservation Workshop. \n  \n \n  \nPractical Irrigation Training for Farmers\nThe WaterSmart NC Irrigation Workshop will focus on ways producers can manage irrigation systems more efficiently while making better use of available water. \nTopics will include irrigation scheduling\, soil moisture management\, irrigation system design and troubleshooting\, water conservation\, and precision irrigation technologies. Participants will also learn about the economics of irrigation and potential cost-share opportunities that may help farms adopt or improve water-management systems. \nThe program combines classroom education with hands-on activities. Farmers will have opportunities to examine irrigation equipment and learn how different technologies can help guide watering decisions. \nPlanned activities at the WaterSmart NC Irrigation Workshop include demonstrations involving irrigation systems\, soil-moisture sensors\, fertigation\, and other tools used for on-farm irrigation decision-making. The program also includes equipment demonstrations\, farmer discussions\, and presentations from agricultural specialists. \nWater Conservation and Precision Agriculture\nEfficient irrigation can help farms reduce unnecessary water use while delivering water where and when crops need it. \nPrecision irrigation tools can provide producers with better information about soil conditions and crop needs. Proper system design\, maintenance\, and scheduling can also help farmers avoid both overwatering and underwatering. \nThe WaterSmart NC program connects those concepts with practical techniques farmers can apply to their own operations. \nThe workshop may be particularly useful to vegetable\, fruit\, and specialty-crop growers who rely on irrigation during dry periods or who are considering upgrades to existing irrigation systems. \nContinuing Education Available\nPrivate applicator license continuing education units are available for participants attending the workshop\, according to N.C. Cooperative Extension. \nRegistration is required in advance for the WaterSmart NC Irrigation Workshop. \nFarmers and other agricultural professionals interested in irrigation efficiency\, water conservation\, or precision-agriculture technology can attend the daylong program in Danbury. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 7\, 2026\nTime: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.\nLocation: N.C. Cooperative Extension\, Stokes County Center\nAddress: 700 N. Main St.\, Danbury\, NC 27016\nFormat: In-person classroom and hands-on training\nContinuing education: Private applicator license CEUs available\nRegistration: Required \n  \nRead our full-length articles about educational opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/watersmart-nc-farmer-precision-irrigation-workshop/
LOCATION:N.C. Cooperative Extension\, Stokes County Center\, 700 N Main St\, Danbury\, NC\, 27016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshops & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T133000
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SUMMARY:Farming Where You Live Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:The Farming Where You Live Webinar Series concludes on October 7 with the fourth and final free online session for landowners and beginning farmers looking to generate income from farm or forest land. \nThe Farming Where You Live Webinar Series is a free online program from the University of Tennessee Center for Profitable Agriculture for landowners and beginning farmers who want to use farm or forest land productively. Sessions are scheduled for September 17\, September 24\, October 1\, and October 7\, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Attendees must preregister. \nThis series targets people who may own acreage and are deciding which agricultural or forestry enterprise makes sense for their property. It can also help beginning farmers evaluate land\, identify realistic income opportunities\, and better understand available resources. \n\n\nThis Webinar Series Focuses on Practical Land Use\nThis Webinar Series focuses on practical ways to assess existing land and consider how it might generate income. That may include agricultural enterprises\, forest-based opportunities\, or other uses that fit the landowner’s goals and available resources. \nFor many landowners\, the challenge is not simply deciding what they could do with a property. The harder question is whether an idea fits the land\, available labor\, the market\, and the time and money they are willing to invest. \nA program like this can help participants move from a general idea toward a more realistic plan. \nFarming Where You Live Webinar Series Can Help Beginning Farmers\nBeginning farmers often have to make several decisions at once\, including what to produce\, how much land they need\, and whether a proposed enterprise can support itself financially. \nThe series gives participants a chance to hear from agricultural professionals while thinking through those decisions before making larger investments. \nBecause the sessions are online\, farmers and landowners can participate from anywhere in the region without traveling. Participants may get more from the program by bringing questions about their own property and keeping notes on programs\, contacts\, or resources they want to investigate later. \nFarming Where You Live Webinar Series Runs Through October 7\nThe organizers schedule the final live session for October 7. Landowners and beginning farmers interested in the Farming Where You Live Webinar Series should register in advance and confirm the schedule and connection information before each session. The program may be especially useful for people with land available who are still figuring out what kind of farm or forest enterprise best fits their property\, resources\, and long-term goals. \nRead our full-length articles about educational opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/farming-where-you-live-webinar-series-4/
LOCATION:Online/Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="UT Center for Profitable Agriculture":MAILTO:acboyd@utk.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260915T202427Z
CREATED:20260913T154019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T202427Z
UID:9686-1791451800-1791460800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Seed Farming 101: Economics and Production
DESCRIPTION:Seed Farming 101 will introduce farmers to producing seed as an agricultural enterprise and explore how seed production could become another source of farm income. \nThe free workshop will be held Thursday\, October 8\, from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Appalachia Service Project’s new Highland Volunteer and Training Center\, 4505 Bristol Highway\, Johnson City\, Tennessee. Lunch will follow the morning session and is included with registration. \nThe Appalachian Resource Conservation and Development Council\, or ARC&D\, is partnering with the Utopian Seed Project for the workshop. Chris Smith of the Utopian Seed Project will lead the program. \n\n\nSeed Production as a Farm Enterprise\nSeed Farming 101 is designed specifically for farmers interested in learning more about seed production\, including the economics behind growing seed for sale. \nFor diversified farms\, producing seed may offer another way to generate income while helping strengthen the supply of seeds grown and adapted within the region. \nThe Utopian Seed Project promotes crop diversity\, regional food systems\, and seed sovereignty. Its Appalachian Growers Seed Collective brings together regional farmers who grow\, share\, and sell seeds\, emphasizing varieties adapted to Southern Appalachian growing conditions. \nWorkshop participants will learn the practical side of seed production\, including techniques for collecting\, cleaning\, drying\, and storing seed. The program will also address the economic considerations farmers should understand when evaluating seed production as part of their farm operation. \nARC&D describes seed farming as a possible way for producers to diversify farm income. \nPart of an All About Seeds Day\nSeed Farming 101 is the first of two seed-focused workshops scheduled for October 8. \nThe farmer-focused morning session runs from 9:30 a.m. to noon\, followed by lunch. A separate Seed Saving 101: Backyard Seed Saving for Gardeners workshop will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. that evening. \nFarmers interested primarily in commercial or farm-scale seed production should register for the morning Seed Farming 101 session. \nRegistration for Seed Farming 101 is Free!\nSeed Farming 101 is free to attend\, and registration includes lunch. Space is limited\, so we recommend registering in advance. \nDate: Thursday\, October 8\, 2026\nTime: 9:30 a.m.-noon\, with lunch to follow\nLocation: Highland Volunteer and Training Center\, 4505 Bristol Highway\, Johnson City\, TN 37601\nCost: Free\nPresented by: Appalachian Resource Conservation & Development Council and Utopian Seed Project\nInstructor: Chris Smith\, Utopian Seed Project \n  \nRead our full-length articles about educational opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/seed-farming-101-economics-and-production/
LOCATION:Appalachia Service Project Highland Volunteer and Training Center\, 4505 Bristol Hwy\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshops & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T133000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154019Z
CREATED:20260913T154019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154019Z
UID:9688-1791460800-1791466200@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:NC AgVentures Grant Application Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free applicant webinar explaining the NC AgVentures Farm Grant Program and application process. This is one of three identical information sessions.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/nc-agventures-grant-application-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online / Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T200000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154019Z
CREATED:20260913T154019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154019Z
UID:9687-1791478800-1791489600@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Seed Saving 101 for Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Free evening workshop from Appalachian RC&D and Utopian Seed Project covering seed collection\, cleaning\, drying and storage for backyard gardeners.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/seed-saving-101-for-gardeners/
LOCATION:Appalachia Service Project Highland Volunteer and Training Center\, 4505 Bristol Hwy\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T000000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154039Z
CREATED:20260913T154024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154039Z
UID:9689-1791504000-1791504000@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:WNC AgOptions Intent to Apply Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Western North Carolina farmers seeking a 2027 WNC AgOptions grant must work with their local N.C. Cooperative Extension agent and submit the required Intent to Apply by Oct. 9.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/wnc-agoptions-intent-to-apply-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T183000
DTSTAMP:20260913T193053Z
CREATED:20260913T154025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T193053Z
UID:9690-1791829800-1791829800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Sullivan County Beef Producer Meeting: Nutrition
DESCRIPTION:Sullivan County Beef Producer Meeting: Nutrition is scheduled for Oct. 12\, beginning at 6:30 p.m.. UT-TSU Extension Sullivan County is organizing the opportunity. The event is scheduled at Sullivan County Extension Office. The event is listed as free. \nThe current event listing describes the program this way: Free monthly beef producer education meeting. Dr. Jason Smith of Texas A&M will discuss nutrition. Attendance counts as one point toward Tennessee Master Beef certification. \nLivestock education is most useful when producers can connect management decisions with animal health\, forage\, reproduction and farm economics. Regional Extension programs give farmers a chance to compare practices\, hear current recommendations and ask questions that are specific to the conditions they manage at home. \nThe event may be useful to both newer and experienced producers because it provides a focused opportunity to step away from day-to-day farm work and concentrate on one subject. Participants can compare the information presented with the needs\, limitations and goals of their own operations. \nFor Appalachian Highlands readers\, the event may be especially useful when the subject connects directly to farm profitability\, conservation\, land access\, production risk or the development of a stronger agricultural business. AHF includes it in the Education Calendar so readers can track both learning opportunities and important application deadlines in one place. \nBefore the event or deadline arrives\, readers may want to save the official page\, confirm the date and time\, and note any registration\, eligibility or documentation requirements. Agricultural programs can change as organizers update schedules or funding guidance\, so checking the source again shortly before participating is a good final step. \nFor current registration information\, eligibility requirements and any schedule updates\, visit the official event page: https://sullivan.tennessee.edu/monthly-beef-producer-meetings/ AHF readers may also want to check related Extension or organizer resources for follow-up training\, technical assistance or future sessions connected with the same subject.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/sullivan-county-beef-producer-meeting-nutrition/
LOCATION:Sullivan County Extension Office\, 140 Spurgeon Lane\, Blountville\, TN\, 37617-4510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T000000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154039Z
CREATED:20260913T154025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154039Z
UID:9691-1792022400-1792022400@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:NC AgVentures Applications Open
DESCRIPTION:NC AgVentures begins accepting applications for its 2026 farm grant cycle. Maximum awards are $10\,000. The portal will close Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. or earlier if 200 applications are received.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/nc-agventures-applications-open/
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T143000
DTSTAMP:20260915T191021Z
CREATED:20260915T191021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T191021Z
UID:10064-1792049400-1792161000@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Northeast Tennessee Beef Expo and Master Beef Producer Course
DESCRIPTION:UT Extension and UT AgResearch will offer beef-production education in Greeneville beginning with the Northeast Tennessee Beef Expo on Oct. 15 at the Clyde Austin 4-H Center. The related Master Beef Producer course runs Oct. 15-16 and provides research-based instruction in current beef cattle management practices\, profitability and sustainability. Master Beef Producer certification can help eligible Tennessee producers qualify for a higher level of Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program assistance. Contact a local Extension office for registration details.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/northeast-tennessee-beef-expo-and-master-beef-producer-course/
LOCATION:Clyde Austin 4-H Center\, 214 4-H Lane\, Greeneville\, TN\, 37743\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T210000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154040Z
CREATED:20260913T154025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154040Z
UID:9693-1792519200-1792530000@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Winter Business Intensive: Visioning and Resources
DESCRIPTION:Session 2 of Appalachian RC&D’s Winter Business Intensive Field School: Visioning Your Farm and Assessing Your Resources.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/winter-business-intensive-visioning-and-resources/
LOCATION:Langston Centre\, 315 Elm St\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154134Z
CREATED:20260913T154134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154134Z
UID:9701-1792746000-1792929600@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Gather to Grow Forest Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:Three-day Appalachian Forest Farmer Coalition conference on forest farming of botanicals\, mushrooms\, syrups and other non-timber forest products. Conference scholarships remain available for some beginning farmers from Appalachian counties.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/gather-to-grow-forest-farming-conference/
LOCATION:The Inn at Virginia Tech & Skelton Conference Center\, 901 Prices Fork Road\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24061\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Appalachian Forest Farmer Coalition":MAILTO:info@appalachianforestfarmers.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T090000
DTSTAMP:20260913T193209Z
CREATED:20260913T193209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T193209Z
UID:9806-1792918800-1792918800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Gather to Grow Forest Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:Gather to Grow Forest Farming Conference is scheduled for Oct. 23-Oct. 25\, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.. Appalachian Forest Farmer Coalition is organizing the opportunity. The event is scheduled at The Inn at Virginia Tech & Skelton Conference Center. The listed cost is $299. \nThe current event listing describes the program this way: Three-day Appalachian Forest Farmer Coalition conference on forest farming of botanicals\, mushrooms\, syrups and other non-timber forest products. Conference scholarships remain available for some beginning farmers from Appalachian counties. \nForest farming creates agricultural opportunities under a managed woodland canopy. Appalachian producers may work with botanicals\, mushrooms\, syrups and other non-timber forest products\, but success depends on site conditions\, production knowledge\, markets and long-term stewardship. A regional conference can connect growers with experienced producers\, researchers and buyers while showing the range of enterprises possible in Appalachian forests. \nConferences can be especially useful for people who want both education and networking. In addition to formal sessions\, participants often gain value from comparing experiences with other producers\, meeting organizations that serve farmers and identifying follow-up contacts for technical or business questions. \nFor Appalachian Highlands readers\, the event may be especially useful when the subject connects directly to farm profitability\, conservation\, land access\, production risk or the development of a stronger agricultural business. AHF includes it in the Education Calendar so readers can track both learning opportunities and important application deadlines in one place. \nBefore the event or deadline arrives\, readers may want to save the official page\, confirm the date and time\, and note any registration\, eligibility or documentation requirements. Agricultural programs can change as organizers update schedules or funding guidance\, so checking the source again shortly before participating is a good final step. \nAnyone planning to attend should check the organizer’s page before the event for registration instructions\, schedule changes\, participation requirements and any materials to bring. Space may be limited for some programs\, and online events may require advance registration to receive the connection link. For the latest details\, visit https://www.appalachianforestfarmers.org/gather-to-grow
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/gather-to-grow-forest-farming-conference-2/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154134Z
CREATED:20260913T154134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154134Z
UID:9702-1793728800-1793739600@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Winter Business Intensive: Infrastructure and Natural Resources
DESCRIPTION:Session 3 of Appalachian RC&D’s Winter Business Intensive Field School: Farm Infrastructure and Natural Resource Plan.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/winter-business-intensive-infrastructure-and-natural-resources/
LOCATION:Langston Centre\, 315 Elm St\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260915T215705Z
CREATED:20260913T154134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T215705Z
UID:9703-1793865600-1793980800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Veterans in Agriculture Regional Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Veterans in Agriculture Regional Conference will bring veteran farmers and their families together for two days of agricultural education\, hands-on learning\, farm tours\, and networking in Nashville\, Tennessee. \nThe conference will be held Nov. 5-6\, 2026\, at the Ed Jones Auditorium at the Ellington Agricultural Center\, 416 Hogan Road\, Nashville. The event is part of the Tennessee AgVets Opportunities on FarmLand\, or TN AgVOLs\, program and is being presented through a partnership that includes Appalachian Resource Conservation & Development Council\, the University of Tennessee Center of Farm Management\, Tennessee AgrAbility\, UT Extension\, and other agricultural organizations. \n\n\nAgricultural Training and Hands-On Learning\nThe Veterans in Agriculture Regional Conference connects veterans involved in agriculture with other farmers\, agricultural professionals\, and organizations that provide training and assistance. \nThe two-day program will include farm tours\, workshops\, demonstrations\, and networking opportunities. Participants will learn from agricultural professionals while meeting other veterans who are starting\, operating\, or expanding farms and agricultural businesses. \nThe conference is part of a broader TN AgVOLs effort to help veterans and transitioning service members enter agriculture. The program connects participants with technical assistance\, education\, hands-on training\, and other resources that can help them develop new agricultural businesses or strengthen existing operations. \nResources for Veteran Farmers\nTN AgVOLs works with agricultural organizations across Tennessee to connect veteran farmers with educational opportunities\, internships\, farm mentors\, and other resources. \nThe program also provides information about agricultural training scholarships. TN AgVOLs currently reimburses up to $250 for veterans who complete approved agriculture-related educational programs. Conference organizers also indicate that scholarship assistance is available for the Veterans in Agriculture Regional Conference. \nBeyond formal educational sessions\, the conference will give participants time to build connections with other veteran farmers and agricultural professionals. Those relationships can help beginning farmers identify resources\, learn from established producers\, and become more involved in Tennessee’s agricultural community. \nMeals Included During the Conference\nRegistration includes a light breakfast and lunch each day. According to event organizers\, the conference is open to veterans and their families. \nThe Veterans in Agriculture Regional Conference is the first annual conference organized through the TN AgVOLs initiative. Veterans interested in farming\, developing an agricultural business\, or expanding an existing operation can use the event to explore educational resources\, meet agricultural professionals\, and connect with other veteran farmers from across the region. \nDates: Nov. 5-6\, 2026\nLocation: Ed Jones Auditorium\, Ellington Agricultural Center\nAddress: 416 Hogan Road\, Nashville\, TN 37220\nFormat: In-person conference\nActivities: Farm tours\, workshops\, demonstrations\, and networking\nMeals: Light breakfast and lunch provided both days\nEligibility: Veterans and their families \n  \nRead our full-length articles about educational opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/veterans-in-agriculture-conference/
LOCATION:Ed Jones Auditorium\, Ellington Agricultural Center\, 416 Hogan Rd\, Nashville\, TN\, 37220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Workshops & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T000000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154135Z
CREATED:20260913T154135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154135Z
UID:9704-1794182400-1794182400@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:WNC AgOptions Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Final application deadline for 2027 WNC AgOptions farm grants. The application is due Nov. 9 at 11:59 p.m.; farmers must have completed the required Intent to Apply step by Oct. 9.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/wnc-agoptions-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T183000
DTSTAMP:20260913T193212Z
CREATED:20260913T154139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T193212Z
UID:9706-1794249000-1794249000@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Sullivan County Beef Producer Meeting: Meats
DESCRIPTION:Sullivan County Beef Producer Meeting: Meats is scheduled for Nov. 9\, beginning at 6:30 p.m.. UT-TSU Extension Sullivan County is organizing the opportunity. The event is scheduled at Sullivan County Extension Office. The event is listed as free. \nThe current event listing describes the program this way: Free monthly beef producer education meeting. Dr. Kelly Vierck of the University of Tennessee will discuss meats. Attendance counts as one point toward Tennessee Master Beef certification. \nLivestock education is most useful when producers can connect management decisions with animal health\, forage\, reproduction and farm economics. Regional Extension programs give farmers a chance to compare practices\, hear current recommendations and ask questions that are specific to the conditions they manage at home. \nThe event may be useful to both newer and experienced producers because it provides a focused opportunity to step away from day-to-day farm work and concentrate on one subject. Participants can compare the information presented with the needs\, limitations and goals of their own operations. \nFor Appalachian Highlands readers\, the event may be especially useful when the subject connects directly to farm profitability\, conservation\, land access\, production risk or the development of a stronger agricultural business. AHF includes it in the Education Calendar so readers can track both learning opportunities and important application deadlines in one place. \nBefore the event or deadline arrives\, readers may want to save the official page\, confirm the date and time\, and note any registration\, eligibility or documentation requirements. Agricultural programs can change as organizers update schedules or funding guidance\, so checking the source again shortly before participating is a good final step. \nFor current registration information\, eligibility requirements and any schedule updates\, visit the official event page: https://sullivan.tennessee.edu/monthly-beef-producer-meetings/ AHF readers may also want to check related Extension or organizer resources for follow-up training\, technical assistance or future sessions connected with the same subject.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/sullivan-county-beef-producer-meeting-meats/
LOCATION:Sullivan County Extension Office\, 140 Spurgeon Lane\, Blountville\, TN\, 37617-4510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T200000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154135Z
CREATED:20260913T154135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154135Z
UID:9705-1794249000-1794254400@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:NC AgVentures Grant Application Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free applicant webinar explaining the NC AgVentures Farm Grant Program and application process. This is the final scheduled applicant information session.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/nc-agventures-grant-application-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Online / Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154155Z
CREATED:20260913T154140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154155Z
UID:9707-1794938400-1794949200@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Winter Business Intensive: Markets and Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Session 4 of Appalachian RC&D’s Winter Business Intensive Field School: Markets and Marketing.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/winter-business-intensive-markets-and-marketing/
LOCATION:Langston Centre\, 315 Elm St\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154156Z
CREATED:20260913T154140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154156Z
UID:9708-1796148000-1796158800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Winter Business Intensive: Business and Financial Management
DESCRIPTION:Session 5 of Appalachian RC&D’s Winter Business Intensive Field School: Business and Financial Management.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/winter-business-intensive-business-and-financial-management/
LOCATION:Langston Centre\, 315 Elm St\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T000000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154156Z
CREATED:20260913T154140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154156Z
UID:9710-1797292800-1797292800@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:NC AgVentures Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:NC AgVentures applications are due Dec. 15 at 6 p.m. The portal may close earlier if the program receives 200 applications.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/nc-agventures-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260913T154156Z
CREATED:20260913T154140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T154156Z
UID:9709-1797357600-1797368400@appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com
SUMMARY:Winter Business Intensive: Sustainable Production Planning
DESCRIPTION:Session 6 of Appalachian RC&D’s Winter Business Intensive Field School: Sustainable Production Planning.
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/winter-business-intensive-sustainable-production-planning/
LOCATION:Langston Centre\, 315 Elm St\, Johnson City\, TN\, 37601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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