PROGRAMS
Beginner Farmer Training Program - Future Harvest CASA initiated its Beginner Farmer Training Program (BFTP) in 2012, in partnership with Maryland Agricultural Resource Council (MARC). The program is focused on training Chesapeake-region farmers on managing a sustainable family farm operation.
CASA Notes - An archive of our bimonthly email newsletter.
Eat Fresh Maryland Farmers Market Network - In 2012, Future Harvest CASA and the Crossroads Community Food Network will work to support the establishment of six new EBT programs at Maryland farmers markets in food deserts, as well as to strengthen collaboration and joint marketing efforts among Maryland farmers markets accepting federal nutrition benefits.
Educational Events - Field days, workshops, Annual Conference and other events hosted by Future Harvest CASA on sustainable agriculture and farm-to-consumer topics.
Job/Land Bulletin Board - A place for Future Harvest CASA members to post help wanted, for sale, and other farm-related announcements.
Maryland Grazers Network - The Maryland Grazers Network is a mentorship program that pairs experienced livestock, dairy, sheep and poultry producers with farmers who want to learn new grazing skills. Visit the page to find mentor contact info, newsletters and other information for grass-based farmers.
Topic of Interest Groups - Google groups set up to foster the exchange of peer-to-peer information on specific areas of sustainable agriculture practice, i.e., small ruminants, organic vegetable production, orchard fruits, etc. Participation is free.
INFORMATION
Web Links - Links to information on a variety of topics from technical information on sustainable agriculture practices, to farm business planning and marketing, issues and advocacy.
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