Free and open to the public, the field day will highlight agricultural innovations for small farms. Small, limited-resource, urban and beginning farmers will be able to interact with USDA representatives about available resources, services and support. Participants will also be able to learn about the latest innovations and technology for small farmers from Virginia Cooperative Extension Specialists at VSU and other industry leaders.
Tour stops will feature information and demonstrations on:
- USDA resources for farm financing, risk management, advocacy and outreach, accepting SNAP EBT cards, and more
- Rain simulator demonstration from USDA Department of Natural Resources and Conservation
- Mobile meat processing unit, courtesy of Delaware State University Cooperative Extension
- Raising chickens and rabbits in backyards
- Berry production, management and marketing
- New equipment, tools and technology demonstrations, including drones
- Introduction to aquaculture practices and production
- Hops research and production
- High tunnel growing practices and specialty crops
- Hikes on the new nature trail at Randolph Farm
Register online at www.ext.vsu.edu.
For more information, contact the Small Farm Outreach Program Office at (804) 524-5626. If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach office at (804) 524-5626 /TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.