Small Farms News March 2024

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Shitake Mushroom Demonstration

Learn the basics of Shitake Mushroom production from experienced mushroom producers at an on-farm demonstration on how to inoculate Shitake mushroom logs for small farm production or personal consumption.

WHAT: Shitake Mushroom Demonstration

WHEN:  Saturday, March 23 • 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

WHERE: Franklin County Farmers’ Market, 137 Shannon Village Shopping Center, in Louisburg.

Register online

For questions or for more information, contact Extension Agent William Landis, 919-496-3344, wllandis@ncsu.edu


Small Farms Week New Paths to Profits March 24-30, 2024 logo

Small Farms Week 2024 offers participants “New Paths to Profits,” featuring informational sessions and hands-on experiences on such subjects as preserving wealth through family land holdings, transitioning into a smart farm enterprise and profitable organic practices. Experienced professionals will share their stories in a Voices from the Field session, and we’ll also feature a session on marketing opportunities for small and mid-sized farmers.

Small Farms Week 2024 offers participants “New Paths to Profits,” featuring informational sessions and hands-on experiences on such subjects as preserving wealth through family land holdings, transitioning into a smart farm enterprise and profitable organic practices. Experienced professionals will share their stories in a Voices from the Field session, and we’ll also feature a session on marketing opportunities for small and mid-sized farmers.

Learn more/Register online


Framing our Food System Conversation

Interested in expressing your challenges as a farmer, restaurant owner or as anyone else in the food system? Want to be a part of a conversation with local community leaders about the food system?

Come to the Framing our Food System program hosted by the Kerr-Tar Council of Governments and N.C. Cooperative Extension. Program will take place on March 13th at 5 p.m. at Franklin County Cooperative Extension, 103 S Bickett Blvd., Louisburg. Register online , and be part of the solution. Learn more

Framing Our Food System conversations flyer dates, QR codes, addresses, details, registration info.


G.A.P. Training for Farmers

Join SERVE Communities for an informative G.A.P training session on Monday, March 11th, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Black Farmers Hub, 1409 Cross St., in Raleigh, NC. This essential workshop is designed to equip farmers with the knowledge and tools necessary to ensure food safety and quality in their agricultural practices.

Space is limited, so register immediately to reserve your space. For more  information, contact Demetrius Hunter at (919)796-4776.