Upcoming Events
American Farmland Trust is hosting Women for the Land Learning Circles across the nation!
At Learning Circles, women in agriculture gather to hear from each other and agricultural resource providers in their local communities. To gain insight into the learning circle model, click here to listen to a few testimonials from women learning circle participants. Information is shared on practices and programs that support soil health, water quality, climate resilience, farm viability, and/or legacy planning. These learning circles are free to attend.
Scroll down to register for an event in your area!
— Virtual —
What: Women for the Land Coffee Hour: Mitigating Risks Through Market Diversification: Agritourism, Education, & Entertainment
When: March 27, 2024
Time: 6 pm EDT
Where: Zoom (link will be shared once you register)
—Kentucky —
What: Utilizing Marketing Strategies to Mitigate Risks For Your Farm Operations
When: April 18, 2024
Where: Action Jackson Farms (address will be provided after registration)
Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
Description: Join us for our next learning circle at Action Jackson Farms. We will be hearing about how to successfully market your farm products through different avenues such as Kentucky Proud and others. We will also have marketing experts share considerations for successful marketing campaigns.
Fatima Jackson will also provide a tour of her farm and share her experiences of working with different groups. We will participate in a hands-on learning experience as well.
—California—
What: Water Resilience & Compost
When: May 01, 2024
Where: iL Tuq Center (address will be shared once registration is completed)
Description: Join us to learn about accessing services that support water resilience and composting.
Hear from service providers about improving water retention and soil health with compost!
This event is FREE! Breakfast and lunch provided, featuring a local foods menu. Travel stipends available.
Space is limited, register today!
—Washington —
What: Accessing Markets: Certifications and Value Added Products
When: May 02, 2024
Where: Gray Fox Farm (address will be shared once registration is completed)
Description: You’re invited to gather for an on-farm learning circle and conversation for women and non-binary military veteran farmers, hosted by American Farmland Trust and Gray Fox Farm!
We will tour the farm and learn about Laurae’s projects, including how she funded her high tunnel. After lunch we will talk about accessing local markets and discuss the costs and benefits of certifications (e.g. Real Organic, Certified Organic), and how value-added products are a part of the farm’s business plan.
This event is free, and lunch is provided. Travel stipends available for military veteran attendees.
Space is limited, register today!
—North Carolina —
What: Implementing Risk Management Strategies for Your Farming Practices
When: May 14, 2024
Where: McLawland Farms LLC (address will be shared once registration is completed)
Description: Join us for our next Learning Circle at McLawland Farms LLC. We will be hearing from other USDA entities to learn about Risk Management Strategies – including crop insurance, crop diversification, etc. We will also hear from Jason and Larry about their farming operations and participate in a hands-on learning activity.
Lunch, stipends, and other goodies will be provided!
—Oregon —
What: Implementing Risk Management Strategies for Your Farming Practices
When: May 14, 2024
Where: McLawland Farms LLC (address will be shared once registration is completed)
Description: Join us at the Oregon Food Bank Farm in Portland for a day centering women and non-binary military veterans in agriculture.
Our hosts will share their journey of building community and fostering connections in an urban farming environment.
This event is free, and lunch is provided. Travel stipends available for military veteran attendees.