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SUMMARY:Organic Farmer Storytelling Workshop (Story Lab 101)
DESCRIPTION:The Organic Farmer Storytelling technical assistance project was created to help farmers make their businesses stand out and build trust with buyers and consumers\, because farmer stories are the most powerful tool we have for shifting consumer demand toward a domestic\, organic supply chain. You already have the stories. You just need the guidance and tools for sharing them effectively! \nA 90-minute hands-on workshop session designed to help organic farmers tell their farm story clearly\, confidently\, and in their own voice so they can grow their business and help others understand what organic is and why they should buy organic. \nAfter completing the 101 session\, farmers will be invited to participate in the 102 session on Oct. 27.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/organic-farmer-storytelling-workshop-story-lab-101-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farm Management and Economics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Organic Farmers Association (OFA)":MAILTO:info@organicfarmersassociation.org
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SUMMARY:Farmer Finance Reflections! Community Call with the Staple Crop Growers Network
DESCRIPTION:Our final gathering in the 2026 Staple Crop Community Call series is an opportunity to reflect and celebrate all the hard work you’ve accomplished. Joined by Croatan Institute\, you will make a financial game plan for the winter months that is proactive in starting 2027 on the right foot. Review successful practices for record keeping\, understanding enterprise budgets\, looking at farm specific accounting\, and more! Croatan Institute staff will share additional tools and details about one-on-one tailored approaches to financing for niche farm businesses. This webinar is part of an ongoing series focused on the food crops that sustain us\, connect us to our heritage\, and help us adapt to changing climates and food systems. Participants are encouraged to bring questions and share experiences from the field. Participants will also connect with fellow farmers\, and resource providers from Michael Fields Agricultural Institute\, Michigan Food & Farming Systems\, Fondy Food Center\, and Fresher Together. Together\, we’ll learn about upcoming workshops\, training opportunities\, and available one-on-one support. You’ll also be introduced to USDA programs that may be a good fit for your farm business.
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/farmer-finance-reflections-community-call-with-the-staple-crop-growers-network/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Farm Management and Economics
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Fields Agricultural Institute":MAILTO:web@michaelfields.org
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