Small-Scale Commercial Value-Added Dairy or Meat Production

February 12, 2018


This presentation will introduce you to the ins and outs of small-scale dairy or meat production. Participants can choose to listen to dairy related topics OR meat related topics.

• How to get started
• Funding opportunities
• Examples of value-added businesses
• How to decide if this is right for you
• How to get started and regulation overview

Features speakers from CCE Harvest NY, NYS Agriculture and Markets, and CCE Lewis.

Cost: $15.00 per person, includes light lunch. ($20.00 for two members of the same family.)

Register by calling 315-376-5270 or register online.

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