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SUMMARY:CA Small Farm Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 36th annual California Small Farm Conference is a week of learning\, inspiration and movement-building. Our hybrid conference features 60 online workshops\, interactive forums\, and in-person gatherings around the state. Whether you’re a seasoned farmer\, new to agriculture or just an advocate for local food\, there’s something for you.
URL:https://casmallconference.sched.com/#new_tab
LOCATION:Online & In-Person (various locations)
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SUMMARY:Direct to Consumer Webinar series: Creating a Strong Online Presence for Your Farm with Instagram
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is part of the California Small Farm Conference\, please register for the conference to attend \nIn today’s digital age\, creating a robust online presence is essential for farmers looking to connect with their audience\, promote their products\, and grow their businesses. Instagram\, with its visual appeal and vast user base\, presents a unique opportunity for farmers to showcase their farms\, products\, and stories. \nIn this workshop\, Liset Garcia from Sweet Girl Farms will share her experience and success using Instagram to create a strong customer base. Sweet Girl Farms has over 5\,000 followers on the platform and has earned Liset multiple awards and recognitions\, including the Entrepreneur of the Year award from the Reedley Chamber of Commerce in 2021. This workshop is designed for farmers and agricultural businesses looking to leverage Instagram to boost their online visibility\, connect with customers\, and increase sales. \nLiset Garcia is the founder\, operator and farmer of Sweet Girl Farms in Reedley. You can find her on Instagram at @sweetgirlfarms
URL:https://caff.org/event/direct-to-consumer-webinar-series-creating-a-strong-online-presence-for-your-farm-with-instagram/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:2024 California Farm Champions Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, our community recognizes amazing farms\, individuals and local businesses making a difference in our food system. Selected from hundreds of nominations by people like you\, the 2024 California Farm Champions are blazing trails\, giving back\, and helping promote a healthier\, more regenerative and more just world. \nJoin us for the awards ceremony as we travel all across the state\, visiting this year’s honorees.\nThis ceremony will also feature an introduction by California’s First Partner\, Jennifer Siebel Newsom! \nNew Farmer: Chris Fields\, Fields Family Farm\nLegacy Farmer: Janet Czarnecki\, Redwood Roots Farm\nClimate Smart Farmer: Sarah Silva\, Green Star Farm\nFarm Advocate: Mireya Gomez-Contras\, Esperanza Community Farms\nFarm Policy Advocate: Assemblymember Bennett\nFarmers Market Champion: Erin Tormey\, Coastside Farmers Markets\nFood Business: Three Forks Bakery & Brewing Co
URL:https://caff.org/event/2024-california-farm-champions-awards-ceremony/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Small Farm Conference,Webinar
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SUMMARY:CSFC Ventura County Gathering: Habitat\, Beneficials & Healthy Soils to Optimize Production
DESCRIPTION:Join Wild Farm Alliance at King & King Ranch in Fillmore for an informative morning showcasing practices in avocados and citrus that support natural enemy insects\, pollinators and beneficial birds for pest control. The event will feature a bird and habitat walk\, a series of talks given by growers\, researchers\, and professionals\, and a tour of a newly planted hedgerow.
URL:https://www.wildfarmalliance.org/king-king-ranch#new_tab
LOCATION:King & King Ranch\, 684 E. Guiberson Rd\, Fillmore\, California\, 93015\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Farm Conference,SoCal
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SUMMARY:CSFC Los Angeles Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Draft Agenda:\n10 -11:00 am – Arrival and student led tour of Sylmar High School student farm and cafeteria.\n11 am – 12 pm – LAUSD farm and food hub supplier fair with farmers market booths and students\n12 – 1:15 pm – Lunch and featured speaker discussion panel\n1:15 – 1:50pm – Small Farm Conference Award Ceremony\n1:50 – 2:00pm – Closing
URL:https://casmallconference.sched.com/event/1VYrS/los-angeles-gathering#new_tab
LOCATION:Sylmar High School\, 13050 Borden Ave\, Sylmar\, CA\, 91342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Farm Conference,SoCal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240229T120000
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SUMMARY:SFC Humboldt Regional Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Field Day & Farmer Gathering: Feb. 29th\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs a local component to CAFF‘s annual Small Farm Conference\, NCGA\, CAFF\, and UCCE are co-hosting a series of workshops and a farmer gathering on Thursday\, February 29th. \nField day agenda:\nNoon – Arrival & Intro Crazy River Ranch located at 981 Riverside Rd Korbel CA\n12:15 pm – Overview of high-density apple system (Brett McFarland\, Crazy River Ranch)\n12:45 pm – Organic management for common apple diseases (Eddie Tanner\, UCCE)\n1:15 pm – Walk to Earthly Edibles farm next door\n1:25 pm – Discuss tractor & hand cultivation tools (Ed Cohen\, Earthly Edibles Farm & Eddie Tanner\, UCCE)\n2:00 pm – Return to Crazy River\n2:10 pm – Livestock forage stocking & nutrition basics (Jeff Stackhouse\, UCCE)\n2:45 pm – Head to the NCGA Harvest Hub for Small Farm Conference Gathering at 5720 West End Rd\, Building #2 Arcata\, CA \nFarmer Gathering: \nFarmers and local food advocates are invited to the North Coast Growers Association’s Harvest Hub to mix\, mingle\, and enjoy food and drinks as a culminating event to this year’s California Small Farm Conference. Field day and/or public viewings of select workshops may be added to the lineup. Stay tuned for more information. \nGathering brought to you by CAFF\, North Coast Growers Association and Humboldt/Del Norte UC Agriculture and Natural Resources \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://caff.org/event/sfc-humboldt-regional-gathering/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240229T130000
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SUMMARY:CSFC North Bay Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Shone Farm for an afternoon of workshops\, farm tours\, and in-person mixers as we conclude this year’s California Small Farm Conference for the whole North Bay community. This is event is free and open to anyone involved in our small farm community. \nSESSION ONE: 1 – 2:15 pm \nShone Farm Tour #1\nJoin us for a tour of SRJC’s Shone Farm\, a 365-acre outdoor learning laboratory\, ranked #1 in the Nation for College Farms. The property includes 120 acres of forest\, 100 acres of pasture\, 90 acres of vineyard\, 12 acres for crop production\, 4 acres of olive and apple trees\, as well as greenhouses\, packing sheds and more! Meet in the lobby of Dutton Pavillion. (Note: Farm tour will be repeated at 4pm) \nSmall-scale Vineyards\nCome learn about growing a wine grapes at a smaller scale. We’ll cover basic vineyard maintenance\, climate-adaptive viticulture\, do-or-die vineyard pests\, and best practices for a sustainable vineyard. The talk will be directed toward beginner to intermediate vineyard operators and address foundational principles of small vineyard management for a healthy and sustainable vineyard. Dutton Pavillion: Classroom 1 \nCulinary Gardening: Wineries\, Restaurants & Estates\nIn this panel discussion\, hear from three farmers who are managing culinary gardens in the North Bay\, and examine how “culinary gardening” differs from “market farming\,” the unique constraints and opportunities of culinary gardening\, how these three models function\, and how to get into the business of culinary gardening. Featuring: Jess Arnsteen of Long Meadow Ranch\, Teresa Kao of The French Laundry Garden\, and Jacob Tracy of the CIA Copia Grove Garden. Dutton Pavillion: Classroom 2 \nSESSION TWO: 2:30 – 3:45        \nSoil Testing\nLearn how to navigate soil testing options and choose the right test to meet your goal. We will answer questions like\, “what are my options for assessing soil health on my farm?” “How do I tell if my soil health practices are having any effects on the soil?” We will cover practical considerations such as cost\, time\, and equipment. Enter a raffle to win a soil sampling probe! Ellie Andrews\, Specialty Crops Advisor\, UCCE. Dutton Pavilion: Classroom 1 \nOn-Farm Water\nCome learn about irrigation\, wells and water storage. More details coming soon. Dutton Pavilion: Classroom2 \nSESSION THREE: 4 – 5pm         \nShone Farm Tour #2\nJoin us for a tour of SRJC’s Shone Farm\, a 365-acre outdoor learning laboratory\, ranked #1 in the Nation for College Farms. The property includes 120 acres of forest\, 100 acres of pasture\, 90 acres of vineyard\, 12 acres for crop production\, 4 acres of olive and apple trees\, as well as greenhouses\, packing sheds and more! Meet in the lobby of Dutton Pavilion. (Note: Farm tour will be repeated at 1pm) \nPollinator Habitat on Your Farm or Ranch\nLearn how you can help native pollinators\, including monarch butterflies\, by implementing habitat management techniques into your farming and ranching practices\, all while benefiting crop production\, soil health and natural pest management. We’ll explore native host and foraging plants and how to manage these plants at various times during the year\, along with several resources that provide free regionally native seeds\, plants and technical assistance for land managers. Dutton Pavilion: Classroom 1 \nHappy Hour Mixer: 5pm – 7 \nJoin us for food\, drinks and mixing with fellow conference-goers as well as with local organizations working to provide support to small farms in the North Bay.
URL:https://casmallconference.sched.com/event/1XSuB/north-bay-gathering#new_tab
LOCATION:Shone Farm\, 7450 Steve Olson Ln.\, Forestville\, CA\, 95436\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Farm Conference,North Coast
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SUMMARY:CSFC Ventura County Gathering Part 2: Gathering at McGrath Family Farm
DESCRIPTION:McGrath Family Farm encompasses a 300-acre working agricultural estate\, comprising various specialty micro-farms such as Baby Root Farm\, Exit Central\, The living System\, and The Rodale Institute. At McGrath Family Farm\, you will observe soil health practices in action\, including cover crops\, crop rotations\, compost application\, and the implementation of buffer strips to support pollinators and beneficial insects. The Rodale Institute team in California is dedicating its efforts to advancing sustainable agriculture by emphasizing the cultivation of vegetable crops through the adoption and promotion of reduced tillage practices. \n1:30 – 2:00 pm Kick back and relax\n2:30 – 4:30 pm Visit several stations around the farm that feature Rodale Institute research projects 
URL:https://sched.co/1VhMc#new_tab
LOCATION:McGrath Family Farm\, 1012 W Ventura Blvd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Farm Conference,SoCal
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SUMMARY:CSFC San Diego Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join conference attendees and farmer friends in beautiful Santa Ysabel\, CA for the San Diego County regional gathering hosted by Fort Cross family farm and San Diego Farmers Guild. This event will be held from 2:00pm-5:00pm on Thursday\, February 29th with an optional after-party at Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza. Here is what to expect! \n\n2:00pm- Mingling time & welcoming remarks (light snacks and refreshments provided)\n2:30pm-Grafting activity! We’ll be helping the farm and learn new skills by grafting lilacs\n3:00pm- Farm tour with co-owner Jesse. Learn about their nursery\, veggie gardens\, U-pick operation\, and agritourism activities.\n4:00pm – A hoedown dancing lesson to close out the event!\n5:00pm – Optional: continue the mingling and walk on over to Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza to grab a bite to eat. Please note that dinner is not included.\n\nFor folks who would like to stick around and spend the night\, Fort Cross can provide dry-camping spots (no amenities) at $50/night (email: fortcrossfun@gmail.com) or you can also look into local inns in the area. Please wear closed toed shoes and bring layers as winter-time in Santa Ysabel can be windy and wet. This event is dog and kid friendly. Dogs are asked to be on a leash and children must be supervised at all times. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the annual San Diego regional gathering! \nAbout Fort Cross Family Farm:\nPlease visit https://www.fortcross.com/ to learn more about our generous hosts! \nAbout the San Diego Farmers Guild:\nThe San Diego Farmers Guild is a community of farmers and consumers who wish to support\, mobilize and engage in efforts to promote practices and policies that will sustain young\, independent and prosperous farmers now and in the future. Join our Facebook page!
URL:https://casmallconference.sched.com/event/1Xkeo/san-diego-gathering#new_tab
LOCATION:Fort Cross Family Farm\, 4425 Hwy 78\, Santa Ysabel\, CA\, 92070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Farm Conference,SoCal
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SUMMARY:CSFC Humboldt Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Farmers and local food advocates are invited to the North Coast Growers Association’s Harvest Hub to mix\, mingle\, and enjoy food and drinks as a culminating event to this year’s California Small Farm Conference. Field day and/or public viewings of select workshops may be added to the lineup. Stay tuned for more information. \nGathering brought to you by CAFF\, North Coast Growers Association and Humboldt/Del Norte UC Agriculture and Natural Resources
URL:https://casmallconference.sched.com/event/1Vlbk/humboldt-gathering#new_tab
LOCATION:North Coast Growers Association Harvest Hub\, 5720 West End Rd\, Arcata\, CA\, 95521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Farm Conference,North Coast
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SUMMARY:CSFC Yolo-Solano Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bowley Plant Sciences facility at UC Davis for an in-person mixer as we conclude this year’s California Small Farm Conference. This is event is free and open to anyone involved in our small farm community!\nThe evening will begin with a tour of the UC Davis Student Farm\, followed by opening remarks and refreshments to be shared indoors. More details on the agenda will be released closer to the event.
URL:https://casmallconference.sched.com/event/1VhMl/yolo-solano-gathering#new_tab
LOCATION:UCD Student Farm and Bowley Plant Sciences Building\, 1200 Ext Center Dr\, Davis\, CA\, 95616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Small Farm Conference,Sacramento Valley
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