Seminars, Meetings, and General Information
Small Farms Research Center, Alabama A&M University in collaboration with the Alabama Women In Agriculture (AWIA) and Hopewell Women In Agriculture (Working From the Earth)
ALABAMA WOMEN AND YOUTH-IN-AGRICULTURE CONFERENCE
“A Women’s Worth: Financial Security in Agriculture & Business”
Saturday, August 1, 2009, Time: 9:00a.m-4:00p.m. Hopewell Community Family Life Center 4817 Jefferson Avenue S.W. Bldg. 2, Birmingham, Alabama
Have you ever wanted to start your own business, but wasn’t really sure where to begin? Or have you started your own business, but haven’t attracted that big following of clients to propel your business to another level? Come join us at the Alabama Women and Youth-In-Agriculture Conference,
Topics will include, Government Programs, Grant writing, Business planning, Financing Small Businesses, E-Commerce, Computer training, Financial and Retirement Planning, Marketing Opportunities, Value-added Agriculture & Non-Agricultural Demonstrations, Youth Loans, Youth Entrepreneurship Development, Gardening as a Business, and Businessmen & women success stories, Free Facials and Makeovers, as well as displays and exhibits. All are welcome. Participation is open to the public, especially those interested in agriculture, small business development, and entrepreneurial assistance.
The program has been developed to Grow New Markets, Cultivate Entrepreneurs, Empower Women and Sustain Alabama’s Future.
Registration Begins Now!
This training workshop is made possible with funding from the USDA/RD/1890 Rural Entrepreneurial Outreach and Development Initiative, USDA/RMA/Community Outreach and Assistance Partnership Program, and USDA/RMA/ Southern Region Risk Management Education Center.
Small Farms Research Center, Alabama A&M University in collaboration with the Alabama Women In Agriculture (AWIA) and Hopewell Women In Agriculture (Working From the Earth)
ALABAMA WOMEN AND YOUTH-IN-AGRICULTURE CONFERENCE
Hopewell Community Family Life Center 4817 Jefferson Avenue S.W. Bldg. 2, Birmingham, Alabama August 1, 2009
REGISTRATION FORM
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To secure your place for the workshop, please mail in your registration form to one of the following addresses shown on this form. You may also fax this form to us at the number provided. Should you choose to register electronically, please email the completed form to phiawise@aol.com or elicia.chaverest@aamu.edu. Feel free to contact us if you have questions regarding this registration or the workshop.
MAIL OR FAX REGISTRATION FORM:
Attn: Ava Wise Hopewell Women In Agriculture (Working From the Earth) Hopewell Community Family Life Center 4817 Jefferson Avenue S.W. Bldg. 2, Birmingham, Alabama Office: (205) 902-0475 Fax: (205) 205-902-0903 Or Attn: E’licia Chaverest Small Farms Research Center, Alabama A&M University P.O. Box 700, ,Normal, AL 35762-0700 Office: 256/372-4970 Fax: 256/372-5517
There is no registration fee for Alabama youth, producers, entrepreneurs, business and agricultural professionals and extension personnel, but everyone must register. Contact Us For more information or to register, contact the Small Farms Research Center (E’licia Chaverest) at (256) 372-4970 or the Hopewell Community Life Center (Ava Wise) at (205) 902-0475. “A Women’s Worth: Financial Security in Agriculture & Business.” And while you are learning about developing your business, come learn about the new developments in agriculture and agribusiness. The conference has been designed to engage the youth and adults on business and agriculture.
Small Farms Research Center, Alabama A&M University in collaboration with the Alabama Women In Agriculture (AWIA) and Hopewell Women In Agriculture (Working From the Earth)
ALABAMA WOMEN AND YOUTH-IN-AGRICULTURE CONFERENCE
Hopewell Community Family Life Center 4817 Jefferson Avenue S.W. Bldg. 2, Birmingham, Alabama August 1, 2009-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alabama Cooperative Extension System
Urban Affairs and New Nontraditional Programs
AAMU / Small Farm Research Center
Published by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System (Alabama A&M and Auburn Universities) in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. An Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.
Alabama Farmers Cooperative • Alabama Farmers Federation
FUTURE PLANS INCLUDE
For 2009 you can expect: The Master Meat Goat Herdsman Program, this is an extensive training program addressing the primary aspects of meat goat production. We expect to conduct six throughout the state for the first year (NE, NW, WC, EC, South, and ?). There will possibly be a Youth Master Meat Goat Herdsman Program for the latter half of 2009.
For 2010 you can expect: The Master Meat Goat Herdsman Program, the Junior Master Meat Goat Herdsman Program, the Advanced Master Meat Goat Herdsman Program, and …. The Master Dairy Goat & Dairyman Program.
Alabama Cooperative Extension System offers educational programs, materials, and equal opportunity employment to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.
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