Military Veterans and Beginning Farmer

This series targets beginning and small farmers to teach relevant skills, encouraging peer to peer learning, and offering mentorship with experienced growers. Beginning Military Veteran Farmers are especially encouraged to attend these events.

Free classes, Thursdays at 6 pm at the Agriplex (exceptions listed below).

Registration required. Snack provided with pre-registration.

If you need help with the SIGN UP process please call the Agriplex: 256-297-1044!

Farmers can receive free one-on-one assistance on topics like production techniques, financial planning, soil health, USDA programs, resources, and funding by calling or sending an email. The Agriplex has staff dedicated to help farmers troubleshoot problems and access resources:

Mike Henshaw

ke4rop@gmail.com

Direct Marketing your Meat

January
2026

Financial Planning for Farmers

February 2026

Small Farm Equipment Demo Day

March 2026
3-5pm

High Tunnel Production (Part 1)

April 2026

High Tunnel Production field day (Part 2)

April 2026
3-5pm

Specialty Crop Production for Ethnic Markets

May 2026

Pasture Management
(Part 1)

August 2026

Pasture Management Field Walk (Part 2)

August 2026

Estate Planning Basics

September 2026

Poultry Processing

October 2026
1-4pm

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