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Starting and Improving Farms Conference
ABOUT THE IN-PERSON CONFERENCE
Do you want to start a farm, diversify your existing farm or begin an agritourism business? If so, this two-day conference will provide opportunities to explore new business and production practices to help you achieve your goals. The goal of the conference is to help you build and expand your network and help you identify new ideas and opportunities. According to Forbes Magazine, having a strong business network is essential to achieve your desired success. It can help you provide a lifeline of support, offer solutions to your problems and even help you discover new opportunities that you can immensely benefit from.
EVENT DETAILS
Join us for two days filled with presentations, tours, exhibits, workshops, and networking opportunities with like-minded professionals! Lunch will be provided to those that select a tour on day one. Additionally, dinner will be served that evening, and breakfast and lunch will be available on the second day.
WHEN
September 13, 2024 (10:00 AM-9:00 PM)
September 14, 2024 (8:30 AM-4:00 PM)
WHERE
Toftrees Golf Resort
1 Country Club Ln
State College, PA 16803
Register By: August 30, 2024
On the first day, attendees will connect with new and existing farmers as they tour small regional farms. Attendees will also visit Penn State research facilities to network with researchers who can address their farming questions.
Day two will address business best practices for startups and expansion. Attendees will then have an opportunity to choose from various production workshops that address the needs of their farming operation. These sessions will allow attendees to participate in industry-specific discussions with farmers and extension personnel.
Who is this for?
Anyone who is considering starting a farm
Those who began farming within the past five years
Existing farms considering diversification
Team members on existing farms
Women farmers
Agritourism farmers
Livestock farmers
Horticulture farmers
Providers who support farmers
What will you learn?
You will learn business and production techniques from farmers, researchers, extension educators, and extension associates.
You will hear how existing farmers started their businesses and the hurdles they overcame.
You will meet peers, lenders, and educators willing to assist with your start-up or diversification plans.
You will choose from various breakout sessions on a wide range of topics so that you can tailor your learning experience to address your farming goals.
Space is limited. Preregistration is required.
Register By
August 30, 2024
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