Changing hands WORKSHOPS RECORDINGS

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Did you miss past workshops, or want to rewatch any that were especially helpful? You can purchase access to past workshop recordings by following the steps below.

cost:

2022 Workshops: $30 for access to Series 1 or Series 2. $50 for access to both series.

2021 Workshops: $5 for access to individual workshop recordings. $40 for access to all 12 workshops.

Scholarships are available. To apply, fill out the form at this link and email geoffrey@roguefarmcorps.org. Geoffrey will follow up with next steps.

How to access:

  • Once you have decided which workshop(s) you would like to watch, please email geoffrey@roguefarmcorps.org with the title of the workshop(s). From there, Geoffrey will set up payment and recording access.

  • If you would like the recording to a workshop for which you already registered, please email geoffrey@roguefarmcorps.org with the title of the workshop and indication that you are a past registrant.

  • The list below details the available workshop recordings. Please click on a workshop for more detailed information about the workshop. The Eventbrite page will say that the event has ended—disregard this and click “view details” to see more. Note that this is just to see more information about the workshop content, not to gain access to the recordings. See above for access to recordings.

workshop descriptions:

2022 Workshops

  • Series 1: Business Planning and Bookkeeping

    Business Planning and Bookkeeping is a three workshop series that supports new or expanding farmers with the business skills that every farmer needs. We will be covering how to plan for a successful farm business, keep your farm’s finances in order, and identify your target market and in-demand products. 

    • What is a Business Plan and Why Do I Need One? Presenter: Malcolm Hoover, Black Futures Farm

    • Bookkeeping and QuickBooks. Presenter Kellee Boyer, Blackthorn Bookkeeping

    • Defining your Market.  Presenter Michelle Week, Good Rain Farm

  • Series 2: Leasing For Land Owners and Land Seekers

    With the cost of owning land being out of reach to many farmers, leasing becomes one of the most viable options for starting or growing a farm business. This three-workshop series will support farmers who want to see if leasing is right for them, whether as a landlord or tenant, and equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to make smart leasing decisions. 

    • Leasing Basics. Presenter: Nellie McAdams, Oregon Agricultural Trust

    • Leasing Land for Collective Farming Presenter: Lily Gottlieb-McHale, Shared Soil Farm

    • Is Leasing Right for Me? Panel and Q & A. Presenters: Jordan Uth, Olde Moon Farm & Greg Malinowski, Malinowski Gardens.

2021 Workshops

  • Building a Farm/Ranch Balance Sheet

    • Get ready to apply for a farm or ranch loan. Learn how to build a farm or ranch business balance sheet for your loan application.

    • Presenter: Maggie Reilly and Brad Hunter (Craft3)

  • Farmers Talk Business Plans 

    • Learn how a beginning farmer and seasoned rancher use their business plans. Learn how business plans can prepare you to apply for a loan.

    • Presenters: Michelle Week (Good Rain Farm), Mickey Willenbring (Dot Ranch), Eric DeLary (Blue Mountain Community College Small Business Development Center)

  • Building a Farm/Ranch Cash Flow Budget

    • Get ready to apply for a farm or ranch loan. Learn how to build a farm or ranch cash flow budget for your loan application.

    • Presenter: Maggie Reilly and Brad Hunter (Craft3)

  • How To Apply for a Farm Services Agency (FSA) Loan

    • Get ready to apply for a farm or ranch loan. Learn how to apply for a FSA loan; page-by-page, step-by-step.

    • Presenter: Scott Nieman (Farm Service Agency)

  • Leasing for Landowners & Land-Seekers

    • Learn the ins and outs of lease agreements and structures. Suitable for both landowners and land-seekers.

    • Presenter: Nellie McAdams (Oregon Agricultural Trust)

  • Starting a Farm as a Military Veteran

    • Learn about the specific and unique resources that are available to military veteran beginning farmers and ranchers.

    • Presenters: Yani Bunch (Not Forgotten Outreach), Rachel Petitt (Farmer Veteran Coalition), Donne Sprenkle (Farm Service Agency)

    • This work is supported by the Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans (AgVets) Program, grant number 2020-77028-32879 from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture.

  • Collective Business & Land Ownership Models

    • Learn about Agrarian Trust's collective farm ownership and governance model: Agrarian Commons.

    • Presenter: Ian McSweeney (Agrarian Trust), Kendra Johnson (Agrarian Trust)

  • Prepare Now for Your Future Land Purchase

    • Good farmland is hard to come by. You want to be ready when opportunities present themselves. Tips on real estate, financing and more.

    • Presenters: Julie Reber (Cascade Sotheby's International Realty), Jeff Baker (Craft3), Brad Hunter (Craft3)