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With AI, humane washing, greenwashing, and market fluctuations shaping consumer perception, livestock producers need clear, authentic marketing to stay competitive. This session, led by Michele Thorne, Executive Director of the Good Meat Project, will explore the 2026 marketing trends, threats, and…

Before retiring or submitting your letter of resignation, join this webinar to explore some items to consider when starting a farm.  Topics covered will include business structure, business planning, farm insurance, registering your farm, financing your farm and applying for USDA programs and…

Farm life is unpredictable, and emergencies with your livestock can happen at any time. Join us for this second essential webinar in our First Aid Fundamentals series, "First Aid Fundamentals for Livestock: Caring for Pigs", where we'll provide practical, hands-on knowledge to help you care for pigs in…

This presentation will explore the biology and history of the Purple Martin, their remarkable aerial insect-eating habits, the conservation challenges impacting the species, recommendations on martin housing, and effective techniques for colony attraction and management.Presenter: Courtney Rousseau,…

This virtual information session is focused on the Rural Energy for America Program, and will cover information on the USDA RD Rural Energy for America Program (REAP). The program provides guaranteed loan financing and grant funding to agricultural producers and rural small businesses for renewable…

Wednesdays • January 14 – March 18, 2026 • Free virtual seriesHosted by CAFF, UC Organic Agriculture Institute (UC OAI), and UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE)Thinking about transitioning your crop operation to organic? Join us for a ten-week webinar series designed to guide producers through every major step…