Learning Library

Ludovic Andre, SAgE farmer and founder of Solstice Gardens, with elderberry expert Terry Durham, owner of River Hills Harvest take a deep dive into elderberry production, value-added products, and[...]

This interactive workshop dives into the financial and logistics aspects of your farm business that are critical for being profitable. The topics include understanding cost of goods sold, evaluating[...]

Farmer Dave Zelov of Kittatinny Mountain Farm shares the ins and outs of Organic Farm Crop Planning. We talk about assessing your site for optimal crop selections, tips for[...]

This workshop covers everything you need to know for planting your first crop with Tom Zeng, an experienced organic grain farmer, Ryan & Liz Lasz, who own the regenerative[...]

Learn the essentials of growing small grains and specialty crops with experts Mike Baki, farmer at the Community Supported Garden at Genesis Farm, and Elizabeth Dyck, founder of the[...]

Expertise and research in perennial plants and arboriculture has shown to be an important technique for Climate Smart Farming to support biodiversity conservation on farms, as well as provide important economic benefits to the farm enterprises.

Learn about programs – what projects are fundable, what to expect in the application process, how to access the funds or other resources, and more!

Learn about Regenerative Agriculture Systems from Mike Rassweiler of Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Jersey and North Slope Farm about Regenerative Agriculture Systems.

The sessions focus on mastering the art of assessing cultural conditions across different sections of your site.

Mark Keating career began his career working as a farm laborer and food processing technician, and has spent stretches working in cooperative extension, state and federal civil service, academia and journalism.

Fred Schoenagel discusses whether or not a particular site is suitable for the successful establishment and growth of agricultural and/or horticultural crops.

This session explored marketing opportunities and techniques for small farmers. The prevalence and low cost associated with using social media provides a useful tool for small farms to promote their products.

We explore the evidence of how climate has changed and is changing across the Northeast, with an emphasis on what this means for farmers.

Learn to keep track of your farm’s finances, how to budget for each season, and tips for making the most of your farm’s financial situation.

Learn how to create from scratch and continue adapting your farm’s business plan.

Farm Business 101, will cover farm financial statements, budgets, breakeven analysis, financial analysis, and acquiring capital.

This presentation covers the basics of the Right to Farm Act in New Jersey, including what constitutes a “commercial farm” eligible for Right to Farm protection.