Knowledge Forum: Maximizing Farmer Resources

Join us for an enlightening webinar designed to equip farmers and agricultural enthusiasts with the knowledge to leverage resources funded by their tax dollars. This session will cover a wide array of essential topics, including an overview of farm and micro-farm programs and services, farm storage facility loans, microloan options, special insurances, risk management strategies, and USDA employment opportunities. Our esteemed hosts and guest speaker will provide insights into these valuable resources to help you enhance your farming practices and explore new opportunities.

Hosts

• P. Wade Ross
• Arlana Brumfield
• Uchennaya Ogba

Special Guest

Joshua Coleman:

State Outreach Coordinator for the Farm Service Agency in Texas. Mr. Coleman brings a wealth of experience in program planning, policy development, and outreach. With a background that spans federal service and educational roles, he is adept at fostering support for producers across all agriculture sectors. His journey from a county operations trainee to a county executive director, and his educational contributions as an agribusiness educator, highlight his commitment to agricultural outreach and education. Mr. Coleman, a native of Mississippi with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Agricultural Economics from Alcorn State University, understands the critical role of education in empowering farmers and the importance of accessible agricultural resources.

Event Highlights:

• Overview of farm & micro-farm programs & services: Learn about the range of programs and services available to support farmers and micro-farmers.
• Financial Assistance: Explore options for farm storage facility loans and microloans to support your farming operations.
• Risk Management: Understand how special insurances can protect your farm and livelihood.
• Career Opportunities: Discover employment opportunities within the USDA that can align with your skills and interests in agriculture.
• Interactive Q&A: Have your questions answered directly by our expert panel, including Joshua Coleman, to gain personalized insights and advice.

Who Should Attend

Farmers, agricultural students, agribusiness professionals, and anyone interested in learning about the resources available to support farming and agriculture, courtesy of taxpayer funding.

Registration: Secure your spot for this informative session by registering now. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your agricultural knowledge and resources.

Join us to uncover the wealth of resources at your disposal, understand how to access them, and make the most of your tax dollars at work in agriculture.