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• 22nd Annual West Virginia Small Farm Conference

  • Start
    26 Feb 2026
  •  
    09:00
  • End
    28 Feb 2026
  •  
    17:00
  • Location
    Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center, Charleston, WV

  

  Veterans from Indiana and beyond are invited to attend the 22nd Annual West Virginia Small Farm Conference. This event offers practical workshops, networking opportunities, and access to programs designed to support beginning farmers. Scholarships are available making it a great opportunity for those looking to expand their farming skills and knowledge.

  Conference Highlights:

  • Scholarships Available: Contact Lisa for more info. Deadline: January 29, 2026.

  • Friday Night Mixer & Nonprofit Roundtable – Meet fellow veteran farmers and nonprofit partners.

  • AgrAbility Information Sessions – Learn about programs and resources available to veteran and beginning farmers.

  • Winter Blues Farmers Market (Feb 28, 12–5 PM) – Explore local West Virginia products, including vegetables, meats, maple syrup, and more. Free and open to the public.

  • Workshops & Education – Sessions focused on farm production, local marketing, and building a successful small farm operation.

  Goals of the Conference:

  • Support small farms transitioning from commodity production to local food production.

  • Provide reliable, tested knowledge on current trends, skills, and farm operations.

  • Strengthen local food systems by encouraging production, processing, and marketing in West Virginia communities.

  Collaborating Hosts & Partners:

  • Mission Beelieve 

  • West Virginia State University Extension

  • Veterans IN Farming

  • National AgrAbility Project

  Veteran Contact for Questions and to Register:

  • Phone: 304-293-2715

  • Email: Lisa.Lagana@mail.wvu.edu

  Registration: Opens late 2025. Scholarships and first-time attendee priority applications are due January 29, 2026

  More info by clicking here.

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• Veterans In Farming State Meeting 2026

  • When
    28 Mar 2026
  •  
    09:00 - 17:00
  • Location
    Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel

  We’re excited to welcome veterans and their families to this one-day event at the Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel on March 28, 2026. This is a valuable opportunity to learn, network, and explore resources for beginning farmers, regardless of whether you live in Indiana or beyond.

  
  

  Event Highlights:

  • Morning Classes: Short presentations (under one hour) with a wide variety of topics to choose from.

  • Afternoon Workshops: Longer hands-on sessions allowing in-depth exploration of highly requested topics.

  • Scholarships Available: Veterans and their caregivers can attend for just $20, which includes meals, classes/workshops, and expo access.

  • Standard Registration: Non-veteran attendees are $120, covering all meals and event access.

  • Youth: Children under 16 are free (please let us know for meal planning).

  Accommodation:
  Book your stay at the onsite hotel using the event discount. Rooms must be reserved by March 6, 2026. 

  Sponsorship & Exhibits:
  If your farm or business would like to sponsor or exhibit at the event, please contact: joericker@ateaseorchard.com 

  Our Media Guide is available by clicking here.

  Why Attend:
  This meeting is a chance to connect with fellow veterans, gain practical farming knowledge, and learn about programs that support veteran farmers. At Ease Orchard is proud to collaborate with Veterans IN Farming and other local partners to make this event possible.

  Register and Learn More:
  Visit the Veterans IN Farming website to sign up and access full event details.

  
  

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