On November 6, the Local Food Project at Airlie hosted its first session of a unique decision-making course for potential farmers. “Exploring the Small Farm Dream: Is Starting an Agricultural Business Right for You?” was developed by the New England Small Farm Institute to bridge the gap between ideas and action.
We welcomed a diverse group of 26 small farm dreamers and launched right into a series of exercises assessing skills, knowledge, financial considerations, resources, and risks. Course participants were excited to share their ideas for farm businesses. Most have plans to market a varied product line including items like vegetables, berries, orchard fruits, grass-fed meats, dairy, and even mushrooms and nuts. The coming sessions will feature several local farmers who will provide a peek into their own farm business journeys. We hope to spend the next four weeks helping members of the class explore their dreams and come one step closer to launching their farms!
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