GROW Agribusiness Summit

Join us for a fun filled and informative day of workshops geared towards local farming. Sessions will include workshops on NC Department of Agriculture regulations, food and farm marketing, agritourism, retailing natural foods, emerging/profitable markets, and strategies to sell more. Sponsored by TRACTOR Food and Farms, attendees will tour the TRACTOR facility and enjoy a free lunch. Agribusiness sessions will be held at the Yancey Mayland Campus. Sessions include: The Basics of the Livestock Business; Resources for the Small Farmer; Hemp 101; The Business of Bees; Is Agritourism an Opportunity for Your Business; How to Grow Wild-Simulated Ginseng; and How can a Food Hub Fit in your Farm Business Plan.

Speaker(s): Various

Co-Sponsor(s): TRACTOR

Fee: No Cost