Workshop series in Nokesville for those considering a small agricultural operation

The Prince William Soil & Water Conservation District (PWSWCD) will begin a series of workshops for small acreage landowners (5-20 acres) who are thinking of establishing, or have already started, a small-scale/alternative agricultural operation.  These workshops will be held at Windy Knoll Farm, 11602 Kettle Run Rd, Nokesville, VA 20181

The first workshop is on Friday, Sept. 26th from 2-5pm and will be on Small Acreage Crop Options.
Topics to be covered include:
• organic farming
• growing berries & veggies
• establishing bees
• economic planning for your agricultural operation

There is a $15 fee, payable in advance or at the door; checks can be made out to PWSWCD.  Drop off registration, or mail to: Prince William SWCD, Attn: Crops Workshop, 8850 Rixlew Lane, Manassas, VA 20109.

Save the date for the two additional workshops, as part of the Alternative/Small Acreage Farming Series!
• Oct. 24th: Small Acreage Livestock Options
• Nov. 14th: Establishing Wildlife/Pollinator habitats

For a registration form, more information, or questions, e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), call 571-379-7514, visit http://www.facebook.com/PrinceWilliamSWCD or w,ww.pwswcd.org!

The series is sponsored by Prince William Soil & Water Conservation District (PWSWCD) , Prince William Regional Beekeepers Association, Berry Simple Farm and Evergreen Acres.