Farming Fundamentals is an educational program designed to provide a foundation of science-based education to new and beginning farmers. Classes involve hands-on as well as virtual sessions to meet a variety of learning styles and schedules. More information can be found in the FAQ section. The program is $100 and the next program begins February 6, 2023. Classes begin at 5:30 pm.

2023 Class Schedule
*Topics and locations subject to change*
- February 2023
- 6 | Welcome to Farming Fundamentals | Ag Park & Zoom
- 13 | *Understanding Financial Statements* | Zoom
- 20 | *Tax Basics* | Zoom
- 27 | *Basic Business* | Zoom
- March 2023
- 6 | Preserving the Harvest | Ag Park
- 20 | A Sweet Harvest: Fruits | On-Farm
- 27 | The Heart of All: Soils | The Giving Garden
- April 2023
- 3 | Intro to Small Ruminants | On-Farm
- 10 | Backyard Poultry | On-Farm
- 24 | Growing Cut Flowers | On-Farm
- May 2023
- 1 | Beginning the Garden: Vegetables | On-Farm
- 8 | Welcome to the Hive: Bees | On-Farm
* (Required) classes are for those participating in the Tennessee Ag Enhancement Program.
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