agriculture
Opportunities for Direct Sales at Farmers Markets
Rural Action has partnered with ACEnet (Appalachian Center for Sustainable Networks) to present a series of workshops in the Whole Farm series. This workshop will be held on Zoom and is centered around trends, designing your booth to optimize sales, connecting with customers, and developing a relationship with farmers market managers.
USDA One Stop Workshop
Join us for a lunchtime webinar overview of farm bill programs. Rural Action has partnered with OEFFA and the USDA to provide a webinar on the basics of Farm Bill programs available for farmers. There will be opportunities to ask questions you may have on specific programs, as well as the chance to engage with... Read More
Food Regulations & Shared-Use Kitchens (Whole Farm Series)
Have you ever wanted to start your own line of hot sauce, pickles or salsa? Are you a food entrepreneur or small farm looking to expand to value-added food production? This presentation will provide an in-depth discussion of food processing regulations, how to access shared-use kitchens and processing facilities, and who the regulatory authorities are... Read More
Whole Farm Field Day at Cherokee Valley Bison Ranch
12320 Lonesome Rd 12320 Lonesome Rd, Thornville, OH, United StatesJoin Rural Action at Cherokee Valley Bison Ranch for an information packed day. We will begin with a walking tour and overview of bison, our grazing system, bison handling and the “bison advantage” (reasons why YOU might want to raise bison). We will discuss Cherokee Valley’s marketing strategies as well as our blossoming agritourism venture. At... Read More
Women in Farming Lunch and Learn with Abbe Turner
Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens, OH, United StatesAre you daydreaming about getting started as a woman in farming, or interested in a part time side hustle selling farm products at farmers markets, online, or roadside stands? Join Abbe Turner of Mushroom Harvest Provisions and Lucky Penny Farm and Rural Action for a conversation about earning additional income from products from the farm. Curious? Have questions? Beginners welcome! Childcare... Read More
Whole Farm Planning & Mentoring 2023
Online/virtualThis is the opening session for a series of workshops. Your registration is for the entire series. Tuesday webinars are held from 6:30-8pm. Are you looking to start a farm? Do you have plans to begin selling a food product? Are you a couple years into operating your farm or food business and could benefit... Read More
On-Farm Solar Webinar
Virtual Zoom CallJoin Rural Action’s On-Farm Solar Webinar to learn about the benefits of renewable energy and resources available to farmers and small businesses to harness the power of the sun! Hear from experienced farmers who have successfully integrated solar into their farm operations. This free webinar will take place on February 2nd, 2022 from 6:30 -... Read More
Whole Farm Field Day at Homecoming Ranch
Homecoming Ranch 39240 Ohio 56, Nelsonville, OH, United StatesJoin Rural Action and Homecoming Ranch for a fun and educational day! We will tour the farm and learn about: pasture management, fencing, regenerative practices, highland cattle, goats and hair sheep, freshening in sync with nature., goat herd management for parasite loads, and species specific livestock systems. AGENDA 10:00: Orientation and welcome 10:30: Walking tour... Read More
Whole Farm Planning & Mentoring 2024
ArtsWest 132 W. State, Athens , Ohio, United StatesAre you looking to start a farm? Do you have plans to begin selling a food product? Are you a couple years into operating your farm or food business and could benefit from refining your business plan? Join a small cohort of beginning farmers to learn from topic experts and get paired with a farm... Read More
Planning for Seed Saving at Trouvaille Farm
Trouvaille Farm 12118 Rainbow Lake Road, Athens, OH, United StatesSpring is here! Time to start planning this year's garden. If you've ever wondered how to harvest your own seeds for coming years, you've come to the right place. Spend a couple hours with Lindsay Klaunig on her farm in Athens, OH learning how to grow your own garden seeds. This workshop will cover choosing... Read More