In this class, we will hear from Dylan & Denita House of Creative Seeds farm about the do’s and don’ts of starting a farm using their own personal experiences. It […]

This November, we're offering a series of classes for adults, showcasing creative uses for the bounties of nature. Come get creative with us and take home a new treasure carefully […]

This November, we're offering a series of classes for adults, showcasing creative uses for the bounties of nature. Come get creative with us and take home a new treasure carefully crafted by you, using some of the season's loveliest natural elements.  In this Woven Kudzu Basket class, you'll learn how to freeform weave kudzu, as […]

Visioning and Assessing your Resources are vital to business success. Trevor Hansard of Red-Tail Grove will join us to talk about using your values and resources in decision-making and business […]

Join us at the Tazewell Community Health Fair on November 22nd at the Tazewell County fairgrounds from 11 am- 2 pm. This free event, generously sponsored by Aetna, will make […]

This November, we're offering a series of classes for adults, showcasing creative uses for the bounties of nature. Come get creative with us and take home a new treasure carefully […]

We will hear from KCARD’s Kellie Padgett about business and financial management. With years of experience working at KCARD as a Business Development Specialist, Kellie will provide students with best practices for starting and sustaining good business practices.  This class will cover enterprise budgets, assessing financial risk, and sustainable management for your agribusiness. Homework: Create […]

ASD’s Marketing Specialist, Dave Harbin, will provide a crash course on marketing your agribusiness – identifying target audiences, where and how to market your goods/services, and best management practices.  A panel of farmers and market managers will join us to discuss strategies and answer questions – panel moderated by Dave. Homework: Read Chapter 4 – […]

ASD’s grant writer, Della McGuire, will give a crash course on grant writing to support your agribusiness. ASD’s Business Development Specialist, Kylea Cooper, explains how she and ASD can help […]

ASD’s team of agriculture specialists will lead this course and provide a chance for each student to explore sustainability aspects they can implement on their own land. Learn from experts […]

Cindy Fields of the Small Business Development Center and Sarah Scyphers of Farm Credit of the Virginias will join us to discuss how their respective organizations can help you with […]

Platter & Pour is delighted to partner with Appalachian Sustainable Development to host a locally inspired culinary experience, featuring station-style service and curated wine and beer pairings. Meet and mingle […]