Southwest Virginia Field School - Winter Business Intensive

Southwest Virginia Field School - Winter Business Intensive

Status: Currently paused due to federal funding freeze (as of January 27, 2025)

Geographic Scope: Southwest Virginia, Central Appalachia

Overview: Eight intensive classes designed to help beginning farmers set themselves on the path to a successful career in agriculture production. Part of a comprehensive beginning farmer training program that includes the Summer Field School.

Program Components

• Eight intensive classes covering critical business topics for small farm operations
• Flexible participation: sign up for individual classes or the whole series
• Topics include:
- Business planning - Sustainable practices - Financial management - Marketing strategies - And more

Focus Areas

• Business planning for small to mid-sized farms
• Financial management and accounting
• Marketing strategies for farm products
• Sustainable agricultural practices
• Farm profitability and viability

Eligibility

• Beginning farmers
• Individuals planning to start farms
• Small to mid-sized farm operators
• Helpful prep if planning to apply for: Appalachia Regional Food Business Center Business Builder Subaward

Contact Information

ASD Main Campus:

Address: 17444 Singingwood Lane, Bristol, VA 24202

Phone: 276-623-1121

Appalachian Harvest Food Hub:

Address: 280 Boone Trail Road, Duffield, VA 24244

Phone: 276-431-3385