Farm Business Basics: Everything You Need to Know to Start

Schedule

Thu Jan 29 2026 at 09:00 am to 12:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

N.C. Cooperative Extension - Wilkes County Center | Wilkesboro, NC

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A practical workshop for new and aspiring farmers covering planning tools, local resources, and next steps to start a farm.
About this Event

This workshop is designed for new, beginning, and aspiring farmers, homesteaders, and producers who are looking to start their own or strengthen their farm business. Participants will be introduced to key resources and information that support farm planning and conservation. Sessions will cover the basics of developing a farm business plan, as well as available programs, grants, and technical assistance, along with steps to move forward with confidence with their farming goals. 

Meeting Agenda

9:00 am NC Cooperative Extension Resources 

9:30 am Farm Business Plan Basics 

10:15 am Wilkes Soil and Water Programs

10:45 am Other Programs, Grants, and Resources

11:15 am  ASAP Farmer Resources

12:15 pm Next Steps

Location:

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Wilkes County Center

416 Executive Dr. Suite B.

Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Workshop Contact:

Matthew Clay | Phone: 336-651-7333

Email: [email protected]


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N.C. Cooperative Extension - Wilkes County Center, 416 Executive Drive, Wilkesboro, United States

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