This event has been cancelled. If you have any questions, please contact the event planner directly.
| Dates: | August 25
September 8, 22, & 29
October 20 & 27 |
| Time: | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
| Location: | Various Farms in SW Pennsylvania
*See "Course Schedule" tab. |
The Start Farming: Introduction to Vegetable Production course is designed to introduce aspiring and new vegetable producers to diverse production skills, strategies, and resources; and to provide a framework for effective farm production planning.
Who Should Attend?
- Beginning vegetable producers who are ready to refine their techniques in order to optimize their production and profit.
- People planning to make the leap from vegetable gardening to production for profit.
What to Expect?
- Presentations by Penn State Extension Educators and experienced farmers
- Demonstrations and Interactive discussions on both organic and conventional vegetable production
- Hands-on experience trying new techniques and tools appropriate for both small and large farms
- A detailed notebook containing production information for each topic
- CD containing supplemental materials
- Certificate of Completion (noncredit) for participants who attend all sessions
About Start Farming
The Start Farming program is led by a team of Penn State Extension educators. Guest speakers will also be brought in to share their practical experience in the various discussion topics.
Start Farming launched in 2009 in response to increased interest in farm start-up from community members. The program’s goal is to enhance the success of beginning farmers by providing information and hands-on training in production, marketing, financial management, as well as land and other resource acquisition.
