Beginning farmers and ranchers face a plethora of problems early on. Burnout and failure rates run high. Financial stability challenges often hit within the first 1-5 years of operation. Cash flow and ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has sent termination notices for 49 of 50 projects that aimed to improve opportunities for those just starting out.

The virtual Beginning Farmer program was originally scheduled to begin in January of 2026 (see below). Unfortunately, we did not meet the minimum enrollment required by the registration deadline. As a ...

“Hands-on” best describes the Beginning Farmer Training Program at the Center for Land-Based Learning in Woodland. And prepare for those hands to get a little dirty. Over seven months — from ...

Oklahoma State University recently has received a $719,000 United States Department of Agriculture-National Institute of Food and Agriculture grant to help new farmers and ranchers get their start in ...

Outside the weekly workshop sessions, you’ll complete individual work to give you a clear perspective on planning farm projects and moving forward with confidence! Participants will have the ...

A University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff program offering hands-on guidance and education to beginning farmers in eastern and southern Arkansas is seeking students through February. The U.S. Department ...