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Beginning a Successful Small Farm Operation

• Tuesday, October 15, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
• Tuesday, October 22, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
• Tuesday, October 29, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
• Tuesday, November 5, 2019, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Thinking of starting a new farming enterprise but not quite sure where or how to begin? Cornell Cooperative Extension can offer you training and resources to assist you in selecting an enterprise suited for success. An introductory course designed for small, part-time or prospective farmers will be held on Tuesday evenings, in Belmont, NY from 6:00 to 8:30 PM.

Topics to be covered:

• Agriculture 101 – What constitutes a farm? An introduction to agriculture in WNY and an overview of agricultural terminology. 

• Basics of Soil & Plant Fertility – Soil is the foundation for your farming enterprise whether growing plants or raising livestock. Learn the basics of soil structure, health and fertility. 

• Basics of Farm Bookkeeping & Taxes – Katelyn Walley-Stoll, Business Management Specialist with the SWNY Dairy, Livestock & Field Crops team will introduce participants to financial systems available for use and explore tax related farm issues. 

• Selecting an Enterprise - Taking inventory of your “farm” resources and analyzing your marketing opportunities. Without these steps you could encounter a roadblock in your path to a successful farm enterprise. This session will help attendees find a match between their interests and available resources.

Enrollment will be limited. Pre-registration is required by October 11, 2019. Cost for the workshop is $65 for the series per individual or farm enterprise. Or $25/session. For more information contact Lynn Bliven at (585) 268-7644 ext18.

Registration form

Location

5435A County Road 48
Belmont, NY 14813

Last updated September 30, 2019