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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/
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SUMMARY:Journeyperson Farming Training Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Organic Growers School is accepting applications through October 5 for its 2026-27 Journeyperson Farming Training program\, a yearlong program designed for farmers who have already operated independently for at least three years and are committed to farming in the Southern Appalachian region. \nUnlike introductory farmer-training programs\, Journeyperson focuses on producers with practical experience who want help strengthening their farm businesses\, evaluating their enterprises\, and planning for future growth. \nOrganic Growers School says eligible applicants must have at least three years of independent farming experience\, a demonstrated commitment to Southern Appalachian agriculture and sustainable farming practices\, and production goals that benefit their communities and region. \n\n\nWorkshops\, Mentorship and Farmer Connections\nThis Journeyperson Farm Training 12-month program combines workshops\, one-on-one mentorship\, and peer learning. Workshop topics include holistic financial planning\, farm communications\, and advanced enterprise development. \nParticipants also work with experienced farmer mentors and attend monthly cohort meetings. The program connects farmers with lenders\, land-access organizations\, small-business centers\, and other regional resources. Participants receive access to Organic Growers School’s CRAFT farmer network and annual Spring Conference. \nProfessional development support can help participants attend selected outside workshops or training programs. \nJourneyperson is designed to address questions established farmers often encounter as their businesses develop\, including farm scale\, marketing channels\, employees and labor\, cash flow\, financial planning\, climate resilience\, and enterprise development. \nMatched Savings for Farm Investment\nOne distinctive part of Journeyperson is its Savings Incentive Program. Farmers may qualify for matching funds to purchase a farm asset or complete a farm project. Organic Growers School gives the example of a participant saving $1\,000 and receiving another $1\,000 in matching funds\, creating $2\,000 toward an eligible farm asset. \nTuition is offered on a sliding scale of $500 to $1\,200 per farm unit. Scholarships and payment plans are available. Space is limited to 10 farms. \nFarmers who want to learn more before applying can attend a free online information session on October 1 from 7 to 8 p.m. The program begins in November and continues for one year. \nApplication deadline: October 5\, 2026\nInformation session: October 1\, 7 p.m.\, online\nProgram begins: November 2026 \n  \nRead our full-length articles about educational opportunities here!
URL:https://appalachianhighlandsfarmers.com/event/journeyperson-farming-training/
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