Cabarrus Regional Small Farms Boot Camp 2025
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Collapse ▲Cabarrus Regional Small Farms Boot Camp: Empowering New and Beginning Farmers
The Cabarrus County Center of N.C. Cooperative Extension is excited to announce the Cabarrus Regional Small Farms Boot Camp — a comprehensive, multi-session educational program designed specifically for small-scale and beginning farmers in Cabarrus and surrounding counties.
This boot camp is tailored to address the unique challenges faced by new farmers as they establish and grow their agricultural businesses. Participants will gain practical knowledge and hands-on skills in areas such as:
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Business planning and farm financing
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Soil health and sustainable practices
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Crop and livestock production
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Marketing and direct sales
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Navigating local and state resources
In addition to expert instruction, attendees will benefit from networking opportunities with fellow farmers, agricultural professionals, and Extension staff dedicated to supporting local food and farm systems.
Details and Agenda:
Registration: go.ncsu.edu/cabcosfbc
For more information, contact Payton Berry (ppberry@ncsu.edu) or Sarah Newman (sarah_newman@ncsu.edu) at 704-920-3310
Join us and take the next step in your farming journey!
2025 Cabarrus County Regional
N.C. Cooperative Extension Small Farm Boot Camp
Educational Small Farm Series
July 2025
For more information, contact the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Cabarrus County Center at 704-920-3310.
Program Overview
The NC Small Farms Boot Camp is a comprehensive, hands-on program designed to help small farm owners and aspiring farmers build a strong foundation for success.
Participants will gain practical knowledge on essential farming topics, including:
- Business planning
- Sustainable practices
- Crop management
- Marketing strategies
The program includes a mix of classroom sessions, field trips, and real-world examples, offering a valuable learning opportunity from experienced professionals.
Field Trip Dates:
- July 12th: Mecklenburg County
- July 19th: Rowan County
- July 26th: Cabarrus County
For additional information, contact 704-920-3310 or email
ppberry@ncsu.edu.
Agenda
Each session will begin at 6:00 p.m.
| Date | Topic | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2025 | Local Food Production | 793 Cabarrus Avenue West, Concord, NC 28027 |
| 7/8/2025 | Poultry Production | Zoom |
| 7/15/2025 | Season Extension | Zoom |
| 7/12/2025 | Field Trip | Meet at 2415 Lester St, Charlotte, NC 28208 |
| 7/14/2025 | Soil Health | 793 Cabarrus Avenue West, Concord, NC 28027 |
| 7/15/2025 | Pasture Pork Production | Zoom |
| 7/19/2025 | Field Trip | Meet at 1935 Jake Alexander Blvd W, Salisbury, NC 28147 |
| 7/21/2025 | Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management | 793 Cabarrus Avenue West, Concord, NC 28027 |
| 7/22/2025 | Tree Fruit Production | Zoom |
| 7/22/2025 | Beef Production | Zoom |
| 7/26/2025 | Field Trip | Meet at 715 Cabarrus Avenue West, Concord, NC 28027 |
| 7/29/2025 | Small Fruit | Zoom |
| 7/29/2025 | Small Ruminants | Zoom |
| 8/4/2025 | Putting a Plan to Work | 793 Cabarrus Avenue West, Concord, NC 28027 |
| 8/5/2025 | Vegetable Production | Zoom |
| 8/5/2025 | Postharvest & Food Safety | Zoom |
| 8/9/2025 | Small Farms Dinner | TBD |
Join Us for the Small Farm Boot Camp!
- Are you interested in farming and ready to take your first steps?
- Did you recently purchase land and want to start growing something?
- Are you looking to sell at a local farmers market or farm store?
- Are you in your first few years of farming and looking for guidance?
This program, launching in July 2025, is tailored for new and aspiring farmers, market gardeners, and homesteaders. It aims to help small-scale farmers enhance their knowledge and skills in:
- Local food production
- Market collaboration
- Community building
Time: Each session begins at 6:00 p.m.
Cost: $80 per participant for the full series.
Accessibility Note
NC State University promotes equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment on many bases. Contact Sarah Newman or call 704-920-3310 for accommodations related to a disability.