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SUMMARY:GAP Audit Preparation Webinar Series – Part 1: Introduction to Food Safety & GAP Audits
DESCRIPTION:Preparing for your first GAP (Good Agricultural Practices) audit? Join the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA) for the first session of a free five-part webinar series designed to help farmers successfully prepare for USDA Harmonized GAP (HGAP) certification. \nPart 1 introduces the fundamentals of produce food safety and the GAP audit process. Participants will learn about food safety regulations\, common pathogens\, on-farm hazards\, and the documentation required for a successful audit. \nThroughout the series\, CFSA’s Local Produce Safety Team will guide participants through each section of the USDA Harmonized GAP Standard\, providing practical guidance\, real-world examples\, and opportunities for discussion and questions. \nIn this session\, participants will learn about: \nThe fundamentals of produce food safety\nFoodborne pathogens and common farm hazards\nUSDA Harmonized GAP (HGAP) certification\nRequired documentation and recordkeeping\nPreparing for a successful GAP audit
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/gap-audit-preparation-webinar-series-part-1-introduction-to-food-safety-gap-audits/
CATEGORIES:Education/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA)":MAILTO:info@carolinafarmstewards.org
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SUMMARY:CFSA Virtual Farmer Meet-Up: Organic Weed Management
DESCRIPTION:Join the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association’s Farm Services Team for a free monthly Virtual Farmer Meet-Up focused on practical production\, conservation\, and farm business topics. \nAugust’s session will focus on Organic Weed Management and feature Joe Rowland\, Organic Initiatives Coordinator\, who will share strategies for managing weeds within certified organic production systems. \nThese informal meet-ups provide an opportunity for farmers to connect with peers\, ask questions\, and receive guidance from agricultural professionals. Whether you’re a beginning or experienced farmer\, these sessions are designed to support sustainable agriculture and strengthen farming communities across the Carolinas. \nTopics Covered: \nOrganic weed management strategies\nPreventative weed control practices\nCultural and mechanical weed management\nFarmer discussion and Q&A
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/cfsa-virtual-farmer-meet-up-organic-weed-management/
CATEGORIES:Education/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA)":MAILTO:info@carolinafarmstewards.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T163000
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SUMMARY:Food Safety and Quality Control for Fall Production – Post-Harvest Risk Management
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for a productive fall season by learning practical post-harvest food safety and quality control strategies at this hands-on workshop hosted by the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association. \nAs cool-season greens\, storage crops\, and season extension systems come into production\, effective post-harvest handling becomes critical for maintaining quality\, reducing losses\, and meeting food safety standards. This workshop combines technical assistance\, hands-on demonstrations\, and peer learning to help farmers strengthen their post-harvest systems and prepare for increased production and sales. \nParticipants will learn how to: \nApply Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) for post-harvest handling\, storage\, and transportation of fresh produce\nEvaluate current post-harvest systems and identify practical infrastructure improvements\nImprove food safety and quality control processes\nPrepare farm operations for increased fall harvest volume and market demand
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/food-safety-and-quality-control-for-fall-production-post-harvest-risk-management/
CATEGORIES:Education/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA)":MAILTO:info@carolinafarmstewards.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260615T165740Z
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SUMMARY:CFSA Virtual Farmer Meet-Up: Dealing with Drought
DESCRIPTION:Join the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association’s Farm Services Team for a free monthly Virtual Farmer Meet-Up focused on timely production\, conservation\, and farm business topics. \nJuly’s session will focus on Dealing with Drought and will feature Dr. Laura Lengnick of Cultivating Resilience\, LLC\, who will share practical strategies for improving farm resilience during drought conditions. \nThese informal meet-ups provide an opportunity for farmers to connect with peers\, ask questions\, and receive guidance from agricultural professionals. Whether you’re a beginning or experienced farmer\, these sessions are designed to support sustainable agriculture and strengthen farming communities across the Carolinas. \nTopics Covered: \nDrought preparedness\nClimate resilience strategies\nFarm adaptation practices\nFarmer discussion and Q&A
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/cfsa-virtual-farmer-meet-up-dealing-with-drought/
CATEGORIES:Education/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA)":MAILTO:info@carolinafarmstewards.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190000
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SUMMARY:Beginner Seed Saving
DESCRIPTION:Join CFSA at the Elma C. Lomax Research and Education Farm for an introductory workshop on seed saving. \nThis hands-on workshop will focus on seed saving fundamentals through the OSPREY seed yield trial. Participants will tour Lomax Farm\, learn the basics of seed saving\, and gain practical experience harvesting and cleaning tomato seeds. \nThe workshop will be led by Lomax Farm Manager Dylan Alexander and is designed for beginning seed savers interested in learning how to preserve and produce seed for future growing seasons. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nSeed saving basics\nSeed yield trials and evaluation\nHarvesting tomato seed\nSeed cleaning techniques\nPractical applications for farm and garden production
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/beginner-seed-saving/
CATEGORIES:Education/Conference,Seed Production
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA)":MAILTO:info@carolinafarmstewards.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T160000
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SUMMARY:Camping-Based Agritourism: How Hipcamp Can Unlock New Revenue for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Join Hipcamp and Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA) for an educational webinar exploring how camping-based agritourism can create new revenue opportunities for farms and ranches. \nHipcamp partners with farmers\, ranchers\, and other private landowners to offer unique outdoor experiences that connect visitors with working lands\, local food systems\, and rural communities. Through on-farm camping\, landowners can generate supplemental income\, increase on-site sales\, build customer loyalty\, and support long-term land stewardship. \nDuring this webinar\, Hipcamp’s Cassandra Prenn-Vasilakis will discuss: \nHow camping-based agritourism works\nDemand trends for on-farm camping\nExpected earnings and revenue potential\nGetting started with Hipcamp\nFree coaching and support opportunities for participating farms
URL:https://organicfarmersassociation.org/event/camping-based-agritourism-how-hipcamp-can-unlock-new-revenue-for-farmers/
CATEGORIES:Education/Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA)":MAILTO:info@carolinafarmstewards.org
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