Vance Farmers Market Opening and More


VANCE COUNTY REGIONAL FARMERS MARKET OPENING DATE
On Saturday, April 16, the Vance County Regional Farmers Market will open for the season! Initially the Market will operate on Saturdays only, but will add Wednesday hours in May. New vendors are welcome! Vendor Guidelines and an Application Form are available by calling the Vance County Extension Center (252-438-8188) or download from http://go.ncsu.edu/vcrfm.
 
2016 VEGETABLE PRODUCTION BOOKS
I have a very limited supply of the 2016 Vegetable Crop Handbooks. They are available to commercial farmers on a first-come, first-served basis. Keep in mind that there are only minor changes from year to year, so if you have last year’s edition you may find that adequate. 
POST HARVEST HANDLING WORKSHOPS
There are three opportunities across the state to attend this excellent workshop, including Apr 6 in Durham. Details at this link
UNDERSTANDING AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS TAXES
If you are just getting started in an agricultural enterprise, or even just contemplating one, this seminar will be indispensable. Sponsored by VGCC at their Warren Campus, it will feature NCSU Extension Tax Specialist Dr. Guido van der Hoeven. He will address issues regarding income taxes and sales taxes. Registration required at this link: https://www.ncsbc.net/workshop.aspx?ekey=530360003