Getting Started Farming: What to Do and Where to Get Help

1010 North McDuff Avenue,Jacksonville FL 32254

25 January, 2023

Description

Nearly a third of Florida’s farmers have been farming for less than 10 years, and are therefore considered beginning farmers and ranchers. Running a successful farm operation takes long and short term planning, creativity and a supportive community. National and State statistics show our farming population is approaching retirement so Florida needs beginning farmers! The Florida Cooperative Extension Service is in every Florida County and has staff with a breadth of experience. Come take the first step to becoming a farmer and learn how to produce food! The class will include topics such as: Introductory agronomyChoosing a commodityPlanning and managementTaxes and greenbelt exemptionHow Extension can help you