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18
Jan

UConn Extension Free Webinar Jan 30 from 2-4 PM: Discover the Potential of Agritourism

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UConn Extension Free Webinar Jan 30 from 2-4 PM: Discover the Potential of Agritourism

UConn Extension is excited to announce an upcoming agritourism webinar, offering farmers and agricultural business owners a unique opportunity to explore the possibilities of integrating tourism into their agricultural operations. This free, virtual event will take place on Thursday, January 30 from 2-4 PM, and will feature practical insights from seasoned experts and farmers who have successfully diversified their businesses through agritourism.

Agritourism is a growing business segment that combines agriculture with tourism, allowing farms to create additional revenue streams, engage with the public, and promote local food systems. Participants will gain valuable knowledge about essential topics, including insurance considerations, business planning, and how to craft an engaging agritourism experience that fosters meaningful connections with visitors.
The webinar will feature:

  • Expert Speakers: Gain insights from industry professionals with extensive experience in agritourism.
  • Real-World Perspectives: Learn directly from farmers who have embraced agritourism to grow their businesses.
  • Actionable Strategies: Explore practical steps to plan and implement a successful agritourism program.
The webinar speakers are:
  • Jamie Jones, Jones Family Farms
  • Jim Lyman, American National Insurance
  • Neviana Zhgaba, Aquila’s Nest Vineyards
  • Murray Gates, Connecticut Small Business Development Center
  • Moderators: Shuresh Ghimire and Evan Lentz, UConn Extension
“This webinar is designed to empower farmers and business owners with the tools they need to harness the benefits of agritourism,” says Shuresh Ghimire, associate extension educator for vegetable crops. “Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand an existing operation, the strategies shared in this event will help participants turn their vision into a sustainable and profitable reality.”

Event Details

Register Now

Registration is free, but space is limited. Secure your place today by visiting https://s.uconn.edu/agritourism-webinar. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn how to diversify your farm’s income, enhance community connections, and promote agricultural education.
For additional information, contact Stacey Stearns at stacey.stearns@uconn.edu or 860-486-9228.

 

29
Jan

CT DoAg Food System Capacity Building Grant Due March 6, 2024

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CT DoAg Food System Capacity Building Grant Due March 6, 2024

CT DoAg Announces CT Food System Capacity Building Grant due March 6, 2024. Funding Opportunities to Increase Food Access and Address Food Insecurity
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg), on behalf of the CT Food Policy Council, announces the competitive solicitation process to award funds to Connecticut organizations and groups involved in food system policy or creating innovative, localized, programming in their respective communities to increase food access and address food insecurity through the Food System Capacity Building Grant. Applicants must submit a completed application by March 6, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. using Cognito Forms.
A grant webinar will be held on Thursday, February 8, 2024, from 2-3 p.m. Applicants can register below or on the grant webpage. The webinar will be recorded and posted. Questions regarding the Food System Capacity Building Grant can be directed to Hannah Carty at Hannah.Carty@ct.gov or 860-471-1620 or Cyrena Thibodeau at Cyrena.Thibodeau@ct.gov or 860-895-3094.
Funding for the Food System Capacity Building Grant is provided through the Connecticut Food Policy Council under C.G.S. Sec. 22-456. There is no minimum funding request and the maximum amount of funds that can be requested for one project is limited to $20,000.00. There is no match requirement for this grant. For more information on the Food System Capacity Building Grant Program, including grant guidance, application link, and project profile template, please visit the website, https://portal.ct.gov/…/Food-System-Capacity-Building….
04
Mar

Solid Ground Getting to the Root Short Video and Panel Discussions

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Solid Ground Getting to the Root Short Video and Panel Discussions

A series exploring the entrepreneurial of new CT farmers.

March 9: Ethnic and Specialty Crops
Video Premier featuring Juliet Muhenga. Farmer Panelists; Tacina Walcott Thompson, Natty Roots Gardens, Uloma Onuma

Thursday March 9th, 2023 , 12-1:30pm , virtual event
Register here.

March 11: Added-Value Farm Products
Saturday, March 11, 2023, 9:45-11:00am. In person at Wesleyan University. Presented at CT NOFA’s 2023 Winter Conference.
Register here.

 

 

 

 

08
Jan

Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference (Virtual) Jan 20-21, 2023

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Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference (Virtual) Jan 20-21, 2023

The New England Grazing Network, Maine Grass Farmers Network, Granite State Grazers, The Livestock Institute, Vermont Grass Farmers Association, University of Vermont Center for Sustainable Agriculture, and Cornell Cooperative Extension Capital Area Ag & Hort Program present a region wide virtual grazing conference from January 20-21, 2023.

The conference is the largest of its kind in New England, gathering over 300 participants from the northeast for two days of networking and educational workshops. This conference brings together new and experienced farmers alike as well as service providers, and non-farmers seeking to learn more ways to align with and support well managed pasture-based livestock production across our region.

For more information or to register, click here.

 

28
Aug

CT NOFA Online Learning: Loving and Cooking with your CSA

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Sept 9, 2021, 6-7:15 PM. Cost $15: CT NOFA Online Learning: Loving and Cooking with your CSA, from Cherry Grove Farm

NOFA-NJ, The Suppers Program, and Jammin’ Crepes are working together to offer a Cooking class which celebrates the NJ Organic CSA and seven NJ farms who have a CSA program.  Every second Thursday of the month, Tony Kennette will introduce you to another NJ Organic farm, and Kim Rizk of Jammin’ Crepes will cook from the farms CSA box. The charge for this event is $15 for one class or $60 for the whole series.

Click here to register.

26
May

More Pain Ahead for Dairy Farmers, May 24, 2016

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More Pain Ahead for Dairy Farmers, May 24, 2016

Farmers across the country have been operating below the cost of production for quite some time. Unfortunately, the pain is likely to continue, according University of Wisconsin’s Bob Cropp. He says Class III milk prices are on their way to levels not seen since the 2009 dairy crisis. Cropp is forecasting the May Class III price to be $12.75/cwt. In 2015 the May Class III price was $16.00/cwt. Cropp says exports aren’t currently significant enough to make up for the increasing supplies.

To learn more watch video in link below

Milk Business

11
May

Northeast 2015 Dairy Farm Discussion & Current Situation -5/9/2016

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Northeast 2015 Dairy Farm Discussion & Current Situation  -5/9/2016

Webinar from 5/9/2016

Northeast dairy farmers are facing challenging times. In this webinar, Chris Laughton, Farm Credit East’s Director of Knowledge Exchange, presented the results of the 2015 Northeast Dairy Farm Summary. A panel discussion about the current economic situation facing Northeast dairy producers and some strategies for working through it followed in the second half of the webinar.

To view Chris Laughton’s presentation, click here.

To view the 2015 Northeast Dairy Farm Summary, click here.

For more information, contact chris.laughton@farmcrediteast.com

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