Essential Learning for Aspiring Farmers
Farm Start is a 4-session course designed for the farm-curious to explore the realities of farming, animal husbandry, and agricultural entrepreneurship. Through hands-on experience, in depth-discussions, a farm tour, and practical guidance, participants assess their interests, skills, and resources to determine if starting a farm business is the right path.
The course covers agricultural business planning, market research, regulatory considerations, financial resources, and marketing strategies.
By the end, participants will have actionable tools to advance their farm dreams or explore other opportunities in agriculture.
Course details
Locations: Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op, 2820 R St, Sacramento, CA 95816 (October 15-17)
Center for Land-Based Learning, 40140 Best Ranch Rd., Woodland, CA 95776 (October 24)
Dates: Three full days and one half day:
Thursday, October 15 • 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday, October 16 • 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.,
Saturday, October 17 • 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 24 • 9 a.m. – noon
Price: $535
Course Content
Class Lessons
Introduction to Farming
Understanding the Agricultural Landscape
Resource Assessment
Planning Your Farming Future
Marketing Your Farm Products
Activities
Farm Tour
Farmer Panel
Hands on Field-Day
Farmer Mentor Roundtable Discussion
scholarships for military veterans
We are offering full scholarships for US military veterans thanks to a grant from the Farmer Veteran Coalition, CA Chapter. To receive a scholarship, please complete the veteran application here.
READY TO EXPLORE YOUR PATH TO FARMING?
Questions? Please reach out to info@landbasedlearning.org for more information.