This series kicks off May 12 with a networking event for beginning farmers

Farm Business Development & Management Workshop Series

Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

This multi-session program, designed primarily for beginning and relatively new farmers, will cover the essential elements of establishing and maintaining a successful farm operation — from conducting market research and obtaining licenses to managing cash flow and analyzing financial performance.

Each 90-minute workshop will feature expert speakers who will address the many critical aspects of business development and management. Participants will receive practical materials throughout the series, including templates for budgeting and financial analysis, as well as examples of important business documents such as business plans, lease agreements, and required documentation for business registration.

The series will kick off on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., at the CCE Oswego County office with a networking event designed to bring beginning and other interested farmers in the area together. Rather than formal instruction, this first session creates space for farmers to connect with one another — because some of the most valuable business advice a new farmer can receive comes directly from peers with firsthand experience.