Foundations of Whole Farm Management: Soil-to-Profit Producer Training
Cultivating Success from the Ground Up.
About Our Program
The Soil-to-Profit Producer Training is a transformative educational initiative designed specifically for Black farmers. Our comprehensive two-day Level 1 in-person training hosts 35 producers annually, covering the essentials of Whole Farm Management. This foundational training serves as the gateway to our advanced Level II and III cohorts, ensuring a continuous pipeline of learning and growth.
Our goal is to provide you with the foundational tools and knowledge to transform your farming practices, elevate your productivity, and ensure the sustainability of your land for generations to come.
We Will Provide
- Foundational tools and knowledge to transform your farming practices
- Ensure the sustainability of your land for generations to come
- Elevate your Productivity
What Do You Get From This Program?
- Importance of a Whole Farm Management
- Develop, Refine, & Apply Business Goals
- Enhance Land Reading Skills
- Navigate Uncertainty
- Appreciate Tool Efficacy in Diverse Conditions
- Commit to Effective Monitoring and Evaluation
- Diagnose and Address Management Needs
- Value Whole Farm Decision Making
- Practice Balanced Decision Making
Register now for the Foundations of Whole Farm Management: Soil-to-Profit Producer Training.
Taught By Proven Professionals
Together, let’s sow the seeds of success and harvest the rewards of whole farm management.
P. Wade Ross
Program Director
Wayne Knight
Program Instructor
Linda Pechin-Long
Program Instructor
Uriah Israel
Peer Trainer
Angela Ootsey
Peer Trainer
Arlana Brumfield
Peer Trainer
Our Partners
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Who is eligible to participate in the Soil-to-Profit Producer Training?
The Soil To Profit program is specifically designed for Black farmers who are interested in enhancing their farming practices through whole farm management principles.
What is the cost to participate in the Soil-to-Profit Producer Training?
Our mission is to make whole farm management education accessible to as many Black farmers as possible. Thanks to our sponsors and partners, we are able to offer the Level 1 training at no cost to participants. For detailed information on any fees associated with the program, please contact us directly.
What can I expect to learn from the Soil-to-Profit Producer Training?
Participants will gain a solid foundation in Whole Farm Management, with a focus on ecological literacy, Whole Farm Management goal creation and refinement, and the application of these goals in decision-making processes. You’ll learn to observe and measure land health, understand the variability of management tools under different conditions, and develop strategies for monitoring, evaluation, and adjustment of management practices.
Are there any follow-up programs after completing Soil-to-Profit Producer Training?
Yes, successful completion of the Level 1 training opens the door to our Level II and III programs, collectively known as “RAMP.” These advanced cohorts delve deeper into specific aspects of whole farm management and provide opportunities for hands-on learning, mentorship, and community building among Black farmers committed to sustainable and profitable agricultural practices.