BFRDP Projects

During the 1st reporting period, the Native Brand Honey project team provided training, group and one-on-one training  workshops, demonstration to successful farming methods, and connected participants to resource.

Overall the project team has been successful in its delivery effort.The Native American and Veteran Beginning Farmers and Ranchers (NAVBFR) being served have expressed they were very grateful for this type of support. Supplies have been purchase for training and support the needs of the participant in the development of their farm operation.   

During this reporting period, 8 production workshops were conducted educating 180 NAVBFR on seasonal planting, maximum use or land, about what crops to plant and when to plant. 1 estate planning workshop was conducted to introduce and educate participants on topics such as land acquisition and retention. 2 financial planning workshops educated participants on the importance of keeping good records. 2 Marketing workshops educated participants on the importance of finding a market early, and also connecting them to buyers. 3 high tunnel demonstration workshops were conducted to provide hands on training and experience. 2 farm tours to show participants what other successful farmers were doing, and practices they could implement on their operation. Participants also gained knowledge about farmers' market style of marketing. 

In the next reporting period, the project team will continue to educate participant and provide hands-on experience. The team plans on developing relationships with other agencies, extension programs and USDA programs so they could collaborate on trainings participant and enhance the project delivery efforts.