Source:  NC A&T COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, 6/27/22


Small farmers from across the state joined N.C A&T’s Cooperative Extension specialists and community partners to learn market strategies and financial readiness during the Small Farm Leadership 360 Initiative, a hands-on learning program offered by Cooperative Extension.

The program’s goal is to assist small farms facing significant economic challenges. Comprised of four learning modules, the initiative targets and aids minority farmers with small operations in limited-resource counties.

“We’re pleased that you’ve taken time from your busy schedules to be with us and learn,” said Fletcher Barber Jr., Ed.D, small farmers recruitment specialist. “We’ve got a diverse group here, not only in age but in their locations and farming operations in the state. So hopefully, you will take something back from what we’re trying to provide with you to your farming operations and to share with your community.”

According to Barber, this is the program’s first year, with future programs to be determined based on evaluation surveys.

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