Farm Business Basics: Everything You Need to Know to Start

(Updated: Feb. 5, 2026, 7:10 a.m.)
This workshop is designed for new, beginning, and aspiring farmers, homesteaders, and producers who are looking to start their own or strengthen their farm business. Participants will be introduced to key resources and information that support farm planning and conservation. Sessions will cover the basics of developing a farm business plan, as well as available programs, grants, and technical assistance, along with steps to move forward with confidence with their farming goals.

Meeting Agenda

9:00 am N.C. Cooperative Extension Resources

9:30 am Farm Business Plan Basics

10:15 am Wilkes Soil and Water Programs

10:45 am Other Programs, Grants, and Resources

11:15 am  ASAP Farmer Resources

12:15 pm Next Steps

Date and Time:

Friday March 27th, 20269:00 am - 12:30 pm

Location:

N.C. Cooperative Extension, Wilkes County Center

416 Executive Dr. Suite B.

Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Registration is free but required:


Register Link

Workshop Contact:

Matthew Clay | Phone: 336-651-7333

Email: mhclay@ncsu.edu