Organic Research and Extension Initiative Archives - Virginia Association for Biological Farming

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By Mark Schonbeck I attended the semi-annual National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) meeting in Iowa…

VABF AdminAugust 21, 2015

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7 days ago

Veterans! Interested in a free week-long agriculture training with classroom and hands-on farm tours? Apply to participate in the NCAT Armed to Farm August training, in Harrisonburg, VA!* Registration closes 7/12/24 * Link to Register: www.armedtofarm.org/armed-to-farm-virginia/Armed to Farm trainings include an engaging blend of farm tours, hands-on activities, and interactive classroom instruction. NCAT Sustainable Agriculture specialists will lead the training sessions. Additional contributors will include staff from USDA agencies plus experienced crop and livestock producers.This training is for veterans in the Mid-Atlantic region, with priority given to Virginia residents. The number of participants will be limited. One spouse or farm partner is welcome to attend with a veteran but must submit a separate application.The application is due by July 12. Applicants will be notified by July 19 whether or not they were selected to attend the training.--Dates, Location, and CostArmed to Farm will take place August 12-16 in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Participants will attend classroom sessions and travel to local farms for hands-on learning experiences.The event is free for those chosen to attend; lodging at the Hotel Madison, transportation to local farms, and most meals will be provided. Participants must pay their own travel costs to and from the event, but travel reimbursements are available through a partnership with Ranchin’ Vets. Information on travel reimbursements will be provided upon acceptance to the training.--SponsorsNCAT and Virginia Association for Biological Farming have partnered to host this Armed to Farm. This training is supported by USDA NIFA’s AgVets program.--Questions?Please contact Eric Fuchs-Stengel at ericf@ncat.org. ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

North Carolina Climate Smart Field Day Event on July 9, 2024 in Greensboro, NC! Free · Register here: farmingclimatesmart.org/event/north-carolina-climate-smart-field-day-event/ Climate-Smart Field Day Events offer educational opportunities for farmers enrolled in the Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart Project and anyone interesting in learning climate-smart farming practices such as roller crimping, plasticulture and more. Participants will have the opportunity to interact one-on-one with Southern Piedmont Climate-Smart Project team members, take a field tour, learn about the project, and more. Attendance is free and registration is required. Lunch is provided for all attendees.This project, led by Rodale Institute and funded by the USDA, tests the environmental and socio-economic benefits of cover cropping and more. ... See MoreSee Less

North Carolina Climate Smart Field Day Event - Southern Piedmont Climate Smart Project

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North Carolina Farmers and others interested in learning about climate-smart farming practices are invited to a FREE Field Day at NC A&T!

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