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

Aug 5 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. Please reserve a spot, using the links above, as seating is limited.

Free for members $5 non-members

Beginning Farming Academy

Oct 24 9am - 4:30 and Oct 25 8am - 2pm

Two-day intensive to explore farming. Meet other farmers. Includes breakfast both days and lunch on Friday. More info to come.

$30 for members $40 non-members

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.

Free for members $5 non-members