by: Josh Winters, Extension Educator- Ag & Natural Resources, Jackson County
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Whether you are new to farming or perhaps own a small farm in southern, Ohio, OSU Extension invites you to participate in a three session Small Farm Series on October 26, November 2 and 9 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Jackson County Extension office located at 17 Standpipe Road in Jackson.
During this series, OSU Extension Our Ohio State University Extension professionals in Agriculture and Natural Resources will provide information and strategies to help you maximize your farming experience.
This three-session course will cover:
October 26th, 2023 – “I have this Land, Now What?”
OSU Extension Educators Jessica Burns (Vinton County), Dirk Dempsey (Pike County), and Jordan Penrose (Gallia County) will discuss opportunities that could lead to enterprises for you to improve your farmland.
November 2nd, 2023 – “Managing Farm Finances”
OSU Extension Educators Josh Winters (Jackson County), Kane Lewis, (Scioto County) and Trevor Corboy (Brown County) will cover the basics from balance sheets to management of finances.
November 9th, 2023 – “Transition Planning”
OSU Farm Management Field Specialist David Marrison will overview the transition planning process for the farm.
Registration Details
The cost is $10/session with limited seats available. Programming will begin at 6pm – 8pm with a meal provided at the Jackson County Extension Office.
To register please visit: https://go.osu.edu/sfsjackson or call 740-289-4837.
For more information you can contact Josh Winters at 740-688-5029 or at Winters.249@osu.edu.
Sponsors:
OSU Extension appreciates the sponsorship of Ohio Valley Bank, Farm Bureau-Gallia County and Pike Soil & Water Conservation District.