Idaho Small Farm & Ranch Webinar Series
Join Idaho Cultivating Success for this FREE webinar series designed to
help you access agency and organizational resources available to support Idaho small farms and ranches. While participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, we know producers have busy schedules. Choose to attend the webinars most relevant to your farm, ranch or food business.
All webinars will be recorded and posted on the Idaho Cultivating Success YouTube channel.
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024
11 am - 12 pm PST / 12-1 pm MST
Here to Help You! University of Idaho Research and Extension
With 42 County Offices, 9 Research and Extension Centers, and 6 additional Associated Centers, University of Idaho exemplifies the Land Grant Mission of Teaching, Research and Extension. But did you know YOU are an essential component of the Cooperative Extension system? Learn more about what facilities, research, opportunities and services are available to you and your small farm or ranch.
Presenters:
Ariel Agenbroad, University of Idaho Extension
Desiree Wicker, UI Integrated Pest Management
Kent Youngdahl, UI Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center
Josh Bevan, UI Food Technology Center
Facilitators:
Ariel Agenbroad, University of Idaho Extension
Colette DePhelps, University of Idaho Extension
From the Webinar:
Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center
Integrated Pest Management Center
Cultivating Healthy Plants: Lawns that Give More than they Take Webinar
TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2024
11 am - 12 pm PST / 12-1 pm MST
Farmland Preservation and Fostering Wildlife Habitat on Your Farm or Ranch
Learn about farmland preservation efforts in Idaho, including conservation easements and support for habitat enhancement on your farm or ranch.
Presenters:
Lovina Englund, Palouse Land Trust
David Anderson, American Farmland Trust/NRCS
Erin Brooks, University of Idaho
Erika Eschholz, Teton Full Circle Farm
Diane French, NRCS Easement Support Specialist
Deej Brown, NRCS State Urban Conservationist
Dustin Cureton, Idaho Department of Fish and Game
Facilitators:
Jen Werlin, University of Idaho Extension
Jemila Chellappa, University of Idaho Extension
From the Webinar:
Land Trust Alliance: Find a Land Trust
TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 2024
11 am - 12 pm PST / 12-1 pm MST
Scale Up! Resources for Growing Markets, Value-Added and Local Food Businesses
Learn about the new USDA-funded Northwest and Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business center and how the Center can support your Idaho food/farm business with free technical assistance or a business builder grant.
Presenters:
Colette DePhelps, University of Idaho Extension
Katie Baker, FARE Idaho
Janna Hamlett,, UI Extension / Tech Help
Hannah Harris, Sun Valley Institute for Resilience
Facilitators:
Colette DePhelps, University of Idaho Extension
Melissa Hamilton, University of Idaho Extension
From the Webinar:
Colette DePhelps Slide Handout
Contact the Northwest and Rocky Mountain USDA Regional Food Business Center
THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 2023
11 am – 12 pm PST / 12 – 1 pm MST
Soil Health and Climate-Smart Commodities Programs for Farmers
Learn about the resources and programs that are offered through the USDA-NRCS to promote soil health. Additionally, learn about the IAMP program that will incentivize Idaho farmers to adopt practices intended to improve soil health.
Presenters:
Cindy Lewis, USDA NRCS Bonner County
Courtney Cosdon, UI/NRCS Soil Health
Deej Brown, NRCS State Urban Conservationists
Doug Finkelnburg, UI Extension Dryland Cropping Systems
Facilitators:
Jennifer Jensen University of Idaho Extension
Courtney Cosdon, UI/NRCS Soil Health
From the Webinar:
THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 2024
11 am - 12 pm PST / 12-1 pm MST
Financial and Business Development Resources for Farmers
Join us to learn about financial resources from FSA and AgWest Farm Credit and business development support from the Small Business Development Centers for farmers.
Presenters:
Jesika Harper, AgWest Farm Credit
Ransom Satterlee, USDA Farm Services Agency
Marie Baker, Small Business Development Center
Facilitators:
Melissa Hamilton, University of Idaho Extension
Colette DePhelps, University of Idaho Extension
From the Webinar:
THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2024
11 am - 12 pm PST / 12-1 pm MST
Idaho State Department of Agriculture -
Your Statewide Resource
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture supports agricultural operations with certifications, trainings, and regulations. This session will highlight the Farm and Ranch Center, Idaho Preferred marketing, and more.
Presenters:
Caily Woods, ISDA Farm & Ranch Center
Chelsea Conlon, ISDA Marketing & Development, Idaho Preferred
Facilitators:
Rebecca Mills, University of Idaho Extension
Ariel Agenbroad, University of Idaho Extension
From the Webinar:
Caily Woods ISDA Slide Handout
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The Idaho Small Farm & Ranch Webinar Series is supported by a USDA Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Grant Award #2019-68006-29325 and the USDA Northwest & Rocky Mountain Regional Food Business Center.
Browse the playlist of past recorded webinars!
Idaho Cultivating Success™ is brought to you by University of Idaho Extension and UI Small Farms Extension
