Produce Farmer Training Program – Central State University Land-Grant Extension

Interested in starting a farm?
Central State University and the City of Trotwood are recruiting participants for the second cohort of their PRODUCE FARMER TRAINING PROGRAM for aspiring farmers wanting to start their own farm business. This program begins March 2023.
Program participants will receive the following benefits at no charge:
— Over 60 hours of hands-on training on all aspects (growing, planning and business skills) of operating a market farm
— A small plot on an incubator farm site for participants to grow produce
— Supplies for the growing season and additional support after completing the training program
— Market access for farmers to sell produce they grow
—  Support in developing a business plan, accessing USDA loan and cost share programs and assistance finding land at the end of the program

Interested in learning more and applying? We will be hosting informational meeting on the following dates:

—  Thursday, 2/9, from 6-7pm – Trotwood Community and Cultural Arts Center (4000 Lake Center Dr, Trotwood, OH 45426)

—  Tuesday, 2/21, from 6-7pm – Virtual: Click here to join the meeting

Interested but unable to attend a session? Contact Marc Amante at mamante@centralstate.edu.