TETON VALLEY, IDA – Excuse the pun, but small farming is growing in the US. From micro farms meant to support an extended family, to larger operations that provide a sustainable modest living for some—farming has become fashionable again.
For those interested in learning what it takes to get their small farm in the ground, a special workshop will be offered to explore more in-depth ways to successfully run a new small farm or ranch business. This introductory workshop to small farming is offered by the University of Idaho Extension Small Farms Program and Rural Roots, an Idaho-based nonprofit focused on farmer networking and education. The 15-year collaboration has enrolled nearly 600 students across Idaho in the Cultivating Success™ training program.
The workshop will be offered from 10am – 3pm at the University of Idaho Teton County Extension Office in Driggs on Friday, December 15. Registration is required and costs $10 per person (bring your own lunch; refreshments will be provided). Please register by Tuesday, December 12 to secure a spot in the class (Call Teton County Extension at 208-354-2961, or in-person at 235 S. 5th E., Driggs, Idaho 83422.
A follow-up short course entitled, “Starting your Sustainable Small Farm in Idaho,” will be offered as well, to explore more in-depth ways to successfully run a new small farm or ranch business. The follow-up short course will be: January 13, February 3, and March 3 in Driggs.
Jennifer Werlin, with University of Idaho Teton County Extension, said, “Whether you’re in the planning stages or have just begun, this one-day intensive workshop will help you determine what options are available for you, explore potential markets and profitability for different enterprises, network with others and learn what it takes to begin and sustain a small-scale farming business.”
