Texas Small Farmers and Ranchers CBO exists to support farmers who have been overlooked for far too long. From education to market access, the organization focuses on practical support that helps producers grow with confidence and clarity.
Many people ask what the organization does and who it serves. This guide answers those questions and explains how farmers across Texas can plug into available resources.
A Community Based Organization Built for Farmers
Texas Small Farmers and Ranchers CBO is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community based organization founded in 1998. The organization operates out of College Station, Texas and serves farmers throughout Central and East Texas.
From the beginning, the work has centered on producers who face limited access to education, funding, and markets. Over time, the organization has grown into a trusted support hub for urban growers, rural farmers, and ranchers working at every scale.
What Texas Small Farmers and Ranchers/CBO Means by Farmer
At the core of the mission is an inclusive definition of farming.
A farmer is anyone who cultivates soil.
That includes people growing food in backyards, managing community gardens, raising livestock, or stewarding large tracts of land. Because of this broad definition, more people gain access to tools and training that help them move forward.
As a result, barriers drop and participation grows.
Core Focus Areas That Drive Impact
Texas Small Farmers and Ranchers CBO focuses on two main areas that directly affect farmer success.
First, education and training remain a priority. Programs emphasize natural and limited resource production practices. These sessions serve urban, suburban, and rural farmers alike. Lessons stay practical and culturally relevant so farmers can apply them right away.
Next, market access takes center stage. Education alone does not pay the bills. For that reason, the organization creates turnkey market opportunities that align with a farmer’s scale and capacity. Each opportunity aims to be profitable while staying realistic.
Together, these focus areas help farmers move from learning to earning.
Programs and Resources You Can Use Today
Farmers can engage with Texas Small Farmers and Ranchers CBO through several ongoing programs.
The weekly newsletter acts as the main communication hub. Each issue highlights upcoming trainings, market opportunities, funding resources, and time sensitive updates. Reading it weekly keeps farmers informed and prepared.
Monthly Knowledge Forums provide deeper learning. These sessions cover relevant topics and feature experienced voices. Registration matters because recordings are often shared with registered participants.
Workshops and trainings take place both online and in person across Central and East Texas. This mix allows farmers to choose what fits their schedule and location.
On demand learning supports flexibility. When live attendance is not possible, recordings allow farmers to catch up and revisit lessons later.
Cohort programs serve farmers ready for the next step. These programs blend in person workshops with virtual sessions. The hybrid format builds accountability while respecting real life demands.
Why Texas Small Farmers and Ranchers CBO Keeps Programs Free
At this time, there is no membership fee to participate in programs or events.
This approach removes a major barrier. It also encourages broad participation across communities. The goal remains to keep access open for as long as possible.
How to Get Connected
Getting started takes one simple step. Email admin@tsfrcbo.org to learn more about programs, events, and ways to engage.
Staying connected through the newsletter and forums ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Why This Work Matters Now
Farmers face real challenges every day. Limited access to education slows growth. Limited access to markets restricts income. Without support, many producers struggle to move forward.
Texas Small Farmers and Ranchers CBO works to change that reality. By identifying real gaps and offering practical solutions, the organization helps farmers build momentum.
Whether you manage a small garden or large acreage, support exists for you.
Progress starts with access. Growth follows action.
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