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Access to Education: Young Farmers Conference

2017-01-19 19:23:50| National Farmers Union

By Christy Ottinger, Manager of Little Gunpowder Farm As a beginning farmer, I try to seize every opportunity to further my education and learn more about all aspects of farming. Thus far, I have done this by attending conferences during the winter, participating in NFUs Beginning Farmers Institute, and enrolling in short workshops during the season. […]

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Access to Education: Introduction

2017-01-17 20:47:49| National Farmers Union

By Jimmy Dula, NFU Intern Snow and cold weather may slow down food production, but there is no off-season for farmers. Even when it is too cold for crops, farmers are readying for the spring, researching new production methods, educating themselves on new farm technologies, and planning market strategies. Thorough preparation for the growing season can greatly reduce […]

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