Events

December

Planted lettuce at Middle Fork Farm

December 4, 2024 – Organic Mentorship Webinar

Are you interested in participating in the Arkansas Organic Farmer Mentorship Program? Be paired with a seasoned organic farmer who can help guide you through the organic certification process, from creating your organic system plan to preparing for your first inspection. Register for our webinar on Wednesday, December 4th to learn more. We are currently accepting applications from both mentors and mentees. Visit our website to learn more and apply!

Planted lettuce at Middle Fork Farm

December 5 & 6, 2024 – Short Courses – Hone Your Skills

Join us for a couple of one-day workshops to improve your production and equipment skills. Each day/course costs $50. Only pay for days you attend.  December 5 – 8:30 AM – 4:45 PM – Crop planning, crop costing, & we’ll tour the Market Center of the Ozarks.

December 68:30 AM – 3:30 PM – Small/Tractor scale equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, & repairs.

Lunch & refreshments provided. Guest speakers from Spring Creek Food Hub, CAFF, and County Extension.

CAFF student Kim walking through low tunnels

December 5 – Market Match

Join us for a unique networking event designed to connect local farmers with produce buyers from grocery co-ops, food hubs, restaurants, and farmers markets. This event offers a valuable opportunity to forge new partnerships, explore market possibilities, and strengthen the farm-to-table supply chain. By gaining direct insights into buyer preferences and expectations, farmers will be equipped to tailor their production and marketing efforts for more consistent, profitable market access. Let’s work together to expand local sourcing, foster community resilience, and bring more fresh, locally grown produce to consumers.
Date: December 5th, 5-7pm 
Location: World’s Best Java & Pies – Springdale

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