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American Small Farm Conference
Agenda
TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2019
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2019
Time
8:00 - 9:20
9:20 - 9:45
9:45 - 11:00
11:00 - 11:15
Session
General
Break
2-1A
2-1B
2-1C
2-1D
2-1E
2-1F
Break
2-2A
2-2B
2-2C
2-2D
2-2E
Description
Ellen Polishuk, Author and Farmer Keynote Speaker
Becoming a Successful 21st Century Farmer
Facing a competitive landscape ranging from Uber Eats and to in-store meal kits, from global organic imports to a micro-brewery in every town, how can local farmers not only survive, but thrive in the coming decade? Polishuk offers some answers to the questions we all struggle with: What the heck kind of business are we in, and how can we navigate ever-changing trends? Moreover, why is it so hard to make a profit in farming, and how can we do our best to ensure our success?
Location
Theater
Arena
Theater
Dogwood 3
Gohn
Redbud 1
Exhibit Hall
Visit with Vendors / Networking
Ellen Polishuk, Author and Farmer
Coaxing More Profit from your Farm: Just because it sells doesn't mean it's profitable!
If you don’t know what it costs you to grow, harvest, and market your produce then you have no idea which of your crops are actually paying your salary. Let’s look what it takes to discover the true cost of production. Knowing which crops to emphasize and which to let go of can make a huge difference in profitability.
Natural Parasite Control for Livestock Wendi Lombardi
Parasitic infestation claims up to 30% of losses in beef calves, lambs, kids, and even chickens (reported by the USDA). As an organic or natural producer it’s imperative to provide livestock with organic/natural parasite protection. Learn how to control these pests through pasture management, environmental modifications, and targeting parasites with natural ingredients…many you can grow or find in nature! Join Wendy, author of “Natural Internal Parasite Control” for enlightening session on how to stop these pests from sucking the life out of your livestock.
Growing Mushrooms Bob Semyck
In this talk Bob will review the process of growing crimini mushrooms as well as why satellite farming may be a good fit for your market.
Beginning Farmer Certificate Program Part 4 The Ins and Outs of Selling Local Foods Kim Harrison, Harrison Valley Farms Owner, Fulton, MO Greg Brown, Lucky Falling Star Ranch Owner, West Plains, MO
Discover the key to making a profit selling local foods and products. Don’t be surprised by the unexpected. Learn, plan and be proactive to ensure your success in whatever agricultural business you choose.
Jesup Wagon 2.0 Shon Bishop, Small Farm Specialist, Lincoln University David Middleton, Farm Outreach Worker, Lincoln University
The Jesup Wagon 2.0 is a modern day re-imagining of Dr. George Washington Carver’s original educational horse drawn wagon. Lincoln Universities Innovative Small Farmers’ Outreach Program (ISFOP) in collaboration with the Webb City Farmers’ Market offer educational workshops throughout the state of Missouri. The Jessup Wagon contains modern day technological advancements to increase efficiency on farm and highlights ergonomic tools available to today’s farmers to reduce the risk of injury. This educational wagon contains season extension technologies for fruit and vegetable producers, irrigation equipment, ergonomic hand tools, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for farmers when applying pesticides on farm.
Livestock Roundtable with Teddy Gentry:
Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Pigs, Chickens
Magnolia
Room
Upstairs
Arena
11:15 -
12:30
Visit with Vendors / Networking
Theater
Gohn
Dogwood 3
Redbud 1
Dogwood 1
Soil Health Drexel Atkinson, NRCS, Soil Health Specialist
The importance of continuous growing cover on our soils. Selecting the right cover crop plants to balance the carbon to nitrogen ratio in your system.
Black Walnuts Jennifer Morganthaler, M.S. Missouri State Fruit Experiment Station
The topic will cover Establishing Black Walnut for Nut Production and Timber Production as well as discussion of the current Black Walnut Irrigation and Grafting research being conducted at the Fruit Experiment Station.
Bee keeping for Intermediates Dan Barton
This workshop is for beekeepers in their 2nd and 3rd year of the beekeeping experience. The workshop will talk about splitting hives, swarm captures and IP management.
Opportunities and Pitfalls with Small Ruminants Mark Kennedy Kennedy Grassland Services, LLC
The workshop will cover predator control, parasite management, fencing, facilities, and stocking rates. It will also discuss the benefits (economic and environmental) of raising small ruminants as well as the pitfalls to avoid.
Intermediate High Tunnels
Norm Kilmer Morgan County Seeds
Shon Bishop Small Farm Specialist Lincoln University
“You finally have your high tunnel built…. Now what? This session will popular vegetable crops, economics, popular vegetable rotations, fertigation practices, and general how-to so that you can maximize profit inside of your high tunnel”.
12:30 -
2:00
Catered
Lunch
Lunch Visit with Vendors / Networking
Exhibit
Hall
2:00 - 3:15
3:15- 3:45
3:45
2-3A
2-3B
2-3C
2-3D
2-3E
Break
General
Ellen Polishuk
Increasing Efficiency Using Lean Techniques
Sure, increasing profitability is gained through upping efficiency. But, what does that actually look like on a farm? Learn about getting more produce with less work by implementing various tools and techniques including those gleaned from lean farm principles. Topics covered will include: planfulness, organization and decluttering, work flow, recognizing and reducing waste, and maximizing labor input.
Pigs and Poultry Teddy Gentry
Increasing the profitability of your operation by diversifying. Adding pasture based swine and poultry can add profitability by utilizing resources that currently may not be in use.
Beginning Farmer Certificate Program Part 5
Funding Opportunities for your Farm Business
Jamie Kurtz, Resource Conservationist, USDA, Natural Resource Conservation Service
Dennis Johnson, Director of Farm Service Agency, Agricultural Marketing
USDA-NRCS and Farm Service Agency experts will provide funding opportunities, including high tunnels, cover crops, and other programs available to farmers, ranchers, and local food producers.
Wildlife Management on your Farm Richard Temple, Private Land Conservationist
The workshop will help landowners learn how to create habitat on their property. Topics covered at the workshop will include invasive plant management, native plant restoration, prescribed burning, forest management for wildlife habitat and current cost-share opportunities available for landowners. This workshop is about wildlife management on your farm and it will provide landowners the tools and knowledge to be successful.
Growing Elderberries Patrick Byers
Elderberry is a unique native fruit that offers potential for production. The session will focus on sustainable and profitable production practices – site selection and planting establishment, cultivars, propagation, growing elderberry, elderberry pest management, harvest and postharvest handling, and elderberry marketing.
Theater
Gohn
Redbud 1
Dogwood 1
Dogwood 3
Visit with vendors / Networking
Wrap up with Ellen
Evaluations and door prizes
Exhibit
Hall
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