Join us for a forum and interactive conversation exploring the complex topic of Farming in the Age of Big Tech: The Digital Revolution, Your Data & the Future of Family Farms. This talk serves as the opening reception of the Small Farm Tech Expo, which takes place the following day, Monday the 9th, which will […]
Tools and technology can help farmers improve efficiency, save labor and connect with their customers. But it seems many of the innovations taking place in agriculture today are built for large-scale production, out of reach for many family farmers and spurring consolidation in the industry. Join us for this event showcasing what's possible for small-acre […]
Venga ala reunión abierta de la costa central y apoye a nuestros agricultores pequeños y medianos! Pequeños y medianos agricultores se enfrentan a un conjunto especÃfico de desafÃos en la costa central. Únase a la conversación sobre cómo podemos trabajar juntos para encontrar soluciones. ​ Algunos de los desafÃos que podrÃamos explorar en conversación es el (acceso […]
At this workshop, you will get the latest information from California researchers, government agency leaders, agriculture industry professionals and innovative farmers to: Help you understand how climate change will affect your farming operations Provide practical strategies for agriculture to thrive in a new climate reality Explore opportunities and resources for implementing climate strategies on farms […]
Celebrating another year of local food, sustainable agriculture and family farms! ​ An annual tradition, each January we invite our whole community to gather with local farmers and farm advocates from across the North Bay to look back on 2019, from accomplishments to tribulations to those we've lost along the way, all while planting seeds […]
Building upon its farmer-to-farmer education model, EcoFarm is an essential networking and educational hub for ecologically-minded farmers, ranchers, and all who work to support their success in growing a healthy food system and world.
A hybrid online course and network dedicated to helping you farm in the face of a future with fire. January 30 – March 26, 2020 Do you want to better prepare your farm and community for fire-related risk, and actively plan for the future collectively?  Drawing on decades of training small-farmers amidst climate change, MESA in collaboration […]
CA SMALL FARM PRE-CONFERENCE EVENT Join the California Alliance of Farmers' Markets at the California Small Farms Conference for a 1/2 day training, specifically by and for Farmers’ Market Managers. The training will focus on the role of market managers, best practices to enhance your market and increase your customer counts, and will provide ample […]
Local food, innovation, community roots and healthy soils--just a few of the things you'll find growing on small farms all across California. Join us in February 2020 for the 32nd annual California Small Farm Conference where farmers, ranchers and local food advocates gather each year to explore hot topics in sustainable agriculture, work to bridge […]
Soil health principles lie at the core of management decisions that emphasize grape quality and long term resilience for small vineyards. These practices that aim to impart beneficial qualities to soil such as water holding capacity, infiltration, microbial activity, fertility and erosion control are becoming increasingly important in the face of the unprecedented challenges associated […]
Los agricultores en todo el mundo operan en una era de clima incierto. Los suelos sanos y vivos pueden soportar mejor la creciente demanda que les estamos imponiendo para cultivar alimentos saludables y mantener el agua y aire limpios bajo estas imposiciones climáticas. Es importante construir y mantener la salud del suelo antes de que […]
Join us for a day exploring how regenerative local farming is being grown and featured in San Luis Obispo region schools on this roving, multi-location field day. Explore a unique public private partnership with farmers at SLO City Farm, a Farm to School lunch and Central Kitchen tour at Laguna Middle School, and end the […]
Take your seed growing to the next level! This intensive is designed for farmers who want to improve their seed production experience skills. Topics will include an in-depth look at the fundamental techniques of seed production, including: seed crop spacing and timing, fertility and irrigation needs, managing self-pollinating and cross-pollinating crops, organic disease management, and […]
Join us for a hands-on field day exploring composting systems for your farm, hosted at the Cuesta College north campus farm. Chris Thompson, renowned compost expert from Santa Barbara County and Delmar McComb, Blossoms Biodynamic Farm will discuss the intricacies of successful compost management for both small and large scale operations with a special discussion […]
Cover crops can be an effective way to address a variety of resource concerns that impact both environmental quality and tree health. They are one of the key ways to take advantage of the orchard floor and its potential to capture carbon and nutrients, and reduce their excess loss to air and water. However, the […]
Re-imagining Agriculture with Regenerative Principles and Independent, Farmer-driven Research Featuring Dr. Jonathan Lundgren, Blue Dasher Farm & the Ecdysis Foundation In an increasingly complex and inter-related world, systemic challenges, such as climate change, can be daunting. Fortunately, nature–itself a highly complex web of relationships–holds answers. Likewise, farmers, those who actually tend nature, often develop valuable […]
Join us for a Taste of the Trail, hosted by the SLO Co Farm Trail on Friday February 28th from 5 - 6:30pm at Studio’s on the Park in historic downtown Paso Robles. Gather with Small Farm Conference goers to mix, mingle and share what you've learned while enjoying sips and bites from the SLO […]
Live Music! Local Food! The annual California Farm Champions Awards Ceremony! Join us for our annual celebration of California Family Farms, featuring an evening of music, dancing, drinks, a farm-fresh feast and our awards ceremony where every year our community recognizes farmers and food system advocates from across California who are contributing to a stronger […]
Join us for a free webinar series designed to help California family farmers and ranchers adapt, stay informed and keep our local food system going strong. Learn from fellow producers and from experts about the challenges facing our farms as well as strategies to stay in business, keep our crews safe and employed, and to […]
Are you a farmer interested in online sales but overwhelmed by the choices and expense of e-commerce? Join a webinar to learn about REKO - a free, simple direct-to-customer sales model managed through a closed Facebook group. You’ll hear from three farmers using this model during COVID-19. Get insights, tips, resources and ask questions for […]