Join us for the MarketReady Producer Training: Boone County

Oct 3, 2024, 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Boone County Enrichment Center: - Details

Training Information: The MarketReady Producer Training Program is an educational program for farmers and producers, processors, county extension agents, or anyone interested in selling their farm products (fresh produce, value-added items, etc.) to restaurants, grocery stores, schools, and/or wholesale distributors.

This national program, developed by the University of Kentucky's Cooperative Extension Service, provides participants with tools for business success. After attending this training, farmers and producers should possess a sense of assurance regarding the expectations set forth by potential buyers (restaurants, grocers, schools, etc.). This program provides extension agents with the knowledge and tools to assist farmers and producers in their county interested in selling to restaurants, grocery stores, food service directors, and/or wholesale distributors.

Below, you may register for the October 3rd training date in Boone County, Kentucky. This event will include the MarketReady Producer Training Program material, a complimentary lunch, and a Buyer Panel! We will also have our partner organizations on-site to provide resources and a shoutout about the technical assistance they provide.

This training will be limited to 25 participants -- so be sure to register soon! You MUST register by Tuesday, October 1st. The webform will close promptly at 4:00 PM EST on Tuesday, October 1st.

Date & Time: Thursday, October 3rd @ 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM.

Location: This training will be in person at the Boone County Enrichment Center (please note this is NOT the Extension Office) in Burlington, Kentucky. The address is 1824 Patrick Dr, Burlington, KY 41005. You may view the address on the map linked above.

Cost: This training is free for farmers, producers, extension agents, or anyone interested in attending! We do ask you to RSVP with the webform below.

Registration: RSVP via the webform below. Please direct all questions and concerns to Savannah Columbia -- savannah.columbia@uky.edu.

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USDA defines beginning farmers and ranchers as those who have operated a farm or ranch for 10 years or less either as a sole operator or with others who have operated a farm or ranch for 10 years or less.

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You have established markets and have been farming for 5+ years.

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You are a cooperative extension agent, employee of an agency/group that provides assistance to farmers, etc.

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