AGUCATION
Beginners Workshop Series
Our goal is to help those interested in exploring how to get started in agriculture, connect you with community resources and support your endeavors along the way. This entire series of workshops is free for Farm Bureau members, or available to non-members, with a fee. Casses are held at El Dorado Farm Bureau AgCenter conferenceroom. Each class does require a reservation for seating purposes.
If you are interested in the series, now is a great time to explore joining Farm Bureau to save money on the wealth of knowledge you will gain. Go to https://www.cfbf.com/membership/become-a-member to explore the benefits of becoming a member.
Getting Started with Ranching
October 14 6:30 pm

Are you interested in starting a ranch? Want to turn your passion for raising livestock into a business? This workshop will provide beginning ranchers with information on the economics of ranching, on developing a business and marketing plan, and on navigating the regulations around commercial livestock production. Taught by UCCE Central Sierra Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor, Dan Macon.
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Beginning Farming Academy
Friday, October 24
9 am - 4:30 pm

Location: EDC Farm Bureau, 2460 Headington Rd, Placerville CA 95667
Price: $30
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The academy is a 1-day introduction to starting a small commercial farm or ranch and will help prospective farmers start their operations. Participants will learn to assess their resources, research markets, analyze the potential economic viability of their operations and learn what makes foothill farming different. The class is taught by University of California farm advisors and with a panel discussion lead by local experienced farmers and ranchers. The day will end with a farm tour of a successful local farm.
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Breakfast and Lunch will be included with registration!
Framework for Small Business Success
January 14 6:00 pm

A great overview of starting a business. We'll touch on topics such as Business Structures, Locations, Financing, Business Plans, Licensing and Permits, Employees, Marketing and much more. Please reserve a spot, using the links above, as seating is limited.
Start Selling at Farmers Markets
​February 7 9:00 am
If you've thought about what all is involved in selling produce or food at the farmers market, you'll want to come to this workshop. What do coordinators and inspectors look for? What permits are required? General market information and produce will be discussed at 9am. Stay to learn about food prep and cottage food information.
​Free for members $10 for non-members​​​​​​​​
