"Women in Agriculture" Workshop in Traverse City

Event Details

Time: November 5, 2009 from 6pm to 9pm
Location: NW Michigan Horticultural Research Station
Street: 6686 S. Center Hwy. (County Rd 633)
City/Town: Traverse City
Website or Map: http://www.tastethelocaldif...
Contact Info: 231-941-6584
Event Type: Nature
Organized By: Michigan Land Use Institute/Taste The Local Difference
Latest Activity: Oct 29

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Event Description

A free workshop for aspiring and veteran farmers, with particular emphasis on women (men are welcome too).

A program on "Farm Succession Strategies" opens the session. Presented by Ellen Fred, with a focus on conservation easements as one important tool for keeping productive land in farming. She can answer questions about passing on the farm outside or within the family.

Following the presentation, there are opportunities for open ended networking and discussion on any topic, driven by the needs and interests of participants.

Network with successful growers, researchers, and others in agribusiness to learn how your new or existing farm can thrive.

Please register at 231-941-6584.