Have you heard of agroforestry, but aren’t quite sure what it is and want to learn more? Or do you want to take a deep dive into silvopasture so you can implement on your farm or provide support to farmers and ranchers? We invite you to join for one or both of our two upcoming trainings. More information is below and in the attached fliers. These trainings are offered through partnership between our Virginia Tech Center for Food Systems and Community Transformation, Virginia State University’s Small Farm Outreach Program, Virginia Tech’s Catawba Sustainability Center, Appalachian Sustainable Development, and more!
September 17, 9:00-4:30 pm: Agroforestry Fundamentals
Virginia State University’s Randolph Farm in Petersburg, VA
Join us and learn about the principles, practices, design tools, and historical context of agroforestry in Virginia. Hear from farmers and natural resource professionals about their experience establishing and managing agroforestry systems in Virginia. Get to participate in hands on activities in a forest farmed mushroom demonstration. You’ll leave with a greater understanding of agroforestry and ways you can support your clients with these practices. Lunch is provided. More information is available in the attached flyer and on our website. Register soon to secure your space.
Registration Link: Agroforestry Trainings for Natural Resource Professionals: Agroforestry Fundamentals | Humanitix
If registration is full, please fill out this form to be added to our waiting list.
October 24-25: Silvopasture 201: Design Intensive
Virginia Tech Catawba Sustainability Center in Catawba, VA
Join us for a deep dive where we go beyond the basics to share the latest research, technical resources, and real life silvopasture examples. Learn from experienced farmers and natural resource professionals. You‘ll be guided through hands on design activities to put learning into practice, and leave with a greater ability to support landowners with silvopasture technical assistance. An online silvopasture course is available for free to all registrants. This introductory online course OR participation in the Silvopasture Fundamentals training held last year is a required prerequisite to help prepare you for this more advanced training. Lunch is provided both days. More information is available in the attached flyer and on our website. Register soon to secure your space.
Registration Link: Agroforestry Trainings for Natural Resource Professionals: Silvopasture Design Intensive | Humanitix
If registration is full, please fill out this form to be added to our waiting list.
