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SUMMARY:Accounting for Non-Accountants - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Do you ever feel overwhelmed by financial terms like “balance sheet” or “income statement”? \nThis introductory session\, designed specifically for those new to accounting\, is the perfect starting point. By gaining a grasp of financial cornerstones\, you’ll be well-equipped to make informed decisions that contribute to the success and growth of your business. \nDate: January 7th\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm \nCost: None Location: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on January 6th\, 2025
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/accounting-for-non-accountants-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
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SUMMARY:Great Plains Growers Conference
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Conference WORKSHOPS January 9th conference & Trade Show January 10-11th\n\nWelcome to the 2025 Great Plains Growers Conference! \nWe are excited to invite you to join us from January 9-11 for an enriching experience at the premier event for vegetable\, fruit\, cut flower\, and specialty crop growers from across Iowa\, Kansas\, Missouri\, South Dakota\, and Nebraska. Each year\, this 3-day conference draws 350-400 dedicated growers\, ranging from full-time farm market vendors to part-time diversified horticulture producers\, for a deep dive into the latest industry trends and practices. \nKick off the conference on Thursday\, January 9th\, with our full-day\, topic-specific workshops\, which are available for a separate admission fee. These focused sessions offer an opportunity to delve into specialized areas\, including Hard Cider\, Marketing Boot Camp\, and Nut Orchards. \nThe main conference takes place on Friday\, January 10th\, and Saturday\, January 11th\, featuring a diverse range of educational tracks. Throughout these two days\, you can attend concurrent sessions covering vital topics such as: \n\nBusiness Development & Marketing\nVegetable Production\nGreenhouse & Hydroponic Production\nProtected Culture (Tunnels)\nIntegrated Pest Management\nForest Farming\nS ARE Farmer Forum\nTree Fruits/Small Fruits\nOrganic/Regenerative Farming\nCut Flowers\n\nIn addition to the informative sessions\, our conference also includes a vibrant trade show with over 40 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services in the industry. \nThe 2025 conference will be held from 9th -11th of January at Missouri Western University\, St. Joseph\, MO and will be in-person. To register and for more information\, please visit: Great Plains Growers Conference – 2025 Great Plains Growers Conference \nFor additional information: GPGC c/o Buchanan County Extension\, 4125 Mitchell Ave.\, St. Joseph\, MO 64507\, Tel. 816-279-1691 Email:  Buchananco@missouri.edu  \nSee you in January!
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/great-plains-growers-conference-2/
LOCATION:Missouri Western University\, 4525 Downs Drive\, Saint Joseph\, MO\, 64507\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T130000
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CREATED:20241216T143309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T143309Z
UID:37989-1736856000-1736859600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Startup and Start Right - Kansas SBDC at WSU
DESCRIPTION:Ready to turn your business idea into reality? \nThis webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through ten essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses\, taxes\, business structure\, funding\, and more with clear explanations and actions to take! \nDate: January 14th\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00pm – 1:00 pm \nCost: None Location: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on January 13th\, 2025
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/startup-and-start-right-kansas-sbdc-at-wsu/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250114T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241218T160008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T160238Z
UID:38069-1736856000-1736859600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Crack the Code on Pricing: Maximize Profits in Local Markets
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small-scale farmer or food-based entrepreneur struggling to find the sweet spot between profit and customer satisfaction? Join the Heartland Regional Food Business Center for this dynamic webinar where we’ll demystify the art of pricing your products. Dr. Mallory Rahe from the University of Missouri will share practical strategies to set prices based on your cost of production and show you how to create different financial scenarios for business planning. Whether you’re selling at the farmers’ market\, online\, or through a CSA\, this session will empower you to price with confidence and boost your bottom line! \nTo learn more\, register here: https://unl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYrcOCsrzIuGNzKUu0uM_XdpAOyv6d73Or4 \n  \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/crack-the-code-on-pricing-maximize-profits-in-local-markets/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241216T143601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T143601Z
UID:37991-1737028800-1737032400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Unlocking Opportunities with the 8(A)Small Business Development Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-depth look at the 8(A) Small Business Development Program. \nThis webinar will cover key eligibility requirements\, the application process\, and the benefits of becoming a part of this exclusive government program\, giving your business access to federal contracting opportunities and valuable business development resources \nDate: January 16th\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 pm \nCost: None \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on January 13th\, 2024
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/unlocking-opportunities-with-the-8asmall-business-development-program/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250117T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T152158Z
UID:10460-1737100800-1737133200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Join a Rural Grocery Peer Group!
DESCRIPTION:Running a rural grocery store is tough\, and at times\, isolating. Many grocers value learning from each other and want more opportunities to connect. \nTo help bridge this gap\, RGI will be facilitating Rural Grocery Peer Groups. By providing space for mutual support and knowledge exchange\, these groups will help foster a stronger\, more connected rural grocery community. \nWHO: Owners and managers of independent rural grocery stores located in the Heartland Regional Food Business Center (NE\, IA\, MO\, KS\, OK\, AR) \nWHAT: Peer groups will be composed of no more than 12 non-competing rural grocers. Each group will meet for one hour once a month to ask each other questions\, share advice\, learn best practices\, speak directly with industry experts\, and motivate each other. \nWHEN: February through October 2025 (dates and times TBD) \nWHERE: Zoom \nCOST: Free! \nInterested grocers should complete a brief online application by Jan. 17\, 2025. \nFrom there\, the RGI team will organize participants into peer groups and coordinate monthly meetings with participants.\nDue to capacity limitations\, we cannot guarantee there will be space for everyone who applies. However\, we will do our best to accommodate you. \nQuestions? Email Erica Blair at elblair@ksu.edu.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/join-a-rural-grocery-peer-group/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
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UID:38181-1737478800-1737489600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Leaving a Lasting Legacy for Midwestern Farm Women
DESCRIPTION:Multiple Day Event – Please Read:\nThis four-part farm succession planning workshop series is produced through a partnership by extension professionals at Kansas State University\, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln\, and Purdue University.  Each session will be held at in-person sites across Kansas\, Nebraska\, and Indiana.  The program will feature a livestreamed keynote presentation and local hands-on activity to motivate participants to create farm succession plans and facilitate family and business conversations around this vital topic.  Sixty-three in-person sites are available across these three states\, as well as a fully online version of the program.\nProgram Description\nAccording to US Census data\, 70% of U.S. farmland will transfer to the next generation in the next 20 years. The impact of farms transitioning\, either successfully to the next generation or unsuccessfully in the form of a land and estate sale\, has implications for rural communities and rural prosperity. As farms become fewer and larger\, population decline has hurt many rural areas\, affecting the economic viability of more than just those directly on farms. \nThis hands-on evening workshop series will provide educational presentations and resources to motivate participants to start the farm transition planning process or review their current transition plan. Communication\, financial\, and legal aspects will all be covered.  The goal is for participants to acquire knowledge they can apply directly to their own farm/ranch situation. \nParticipants must register for the entire 4-part series\, as sessions will build upon each other. \nThis program is just one example of K-State Research and Extension’s commitment to diversity\, equity and inclusion.  While the program is designed to highlight women’s issues in agriculture\, it is open to any participant without regard to sex. \nFor more information\, contact Robin Reid\, K-State Agricultural Economics at 785-532-0964 or robinreid@ksu.edu(link is external). \nProgram Schedule\n**Note that times listed are in Central Time Zone.  For the Syracuse & Goodland locations\, all session will start at 4:30 pm Mountain Time*** \nJanuary 21st\, 2025:\n5:00 pm Registration & Dinner\n5:30 pm Motivation for Succession Planning – A Personal Story\n7:00 pm Local Activity/Discussion\n8:00 pm End \nJanuary 28th\, 2025:\n5:00 pm Dinner\n5:30 pm Family Communication around Estate and Transition Planning – Ashlee Westerhold and LaVell Winsor\, K-State Ag Economics\n7:00 pm Local Activity/Discussion\n8:00 pm End \nFebruary 4th\, 2025:\n5:00 pm Dinner\n5:30 pm Financial Aspects of Estate and Transition Plans – Jessica Groskopf\, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension\n7:00 pm Local Activity/Discussion\n8:00 pm End \nFebruary 11th\, 2025:\n5:00 pm Dinner\n5:30 pm Legal Aspects of Putting Your Plan into Place – Holly Dobbs\, Esq.\, Dobbs & Folz\, LLC\n7:00 pm Local Activity/Discussion\n8:00 pm End \nRegistration Information\nThe registration fee for in-person attendance is $60.00 before Jan. 12th\, 2025\, which includes all four nights meals and educational materials.   The fee increases to $75.00 after Jan. 12th\, 2025\, and a workbook is not guaranteed.  For in-person registration\, the fee will be collected at the local site the first night of the program. In-person participation is HIGHLY encouraged\, if at all possible. \nA fully online option is available for $75.00 for family members that may live out of state or people that cannot participate in an in-person site.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/leaving-a-lasting-legacy-for-midwestern-farm-women/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="K-State University":MAILTO:robinreid@ksu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250113T215227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T215227Z
UID:38620-1737712800-1737730800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Kansas Black Farmers Association Quarterly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Bluemont Room in the K-State Student Union for an engaging event featuring the latest updates on programs like Land Access\, Organic TOPP\, and the 2501 Socially Disadvantaged initiative. Key discussions will explore the future of agriculture and land access\, the vital connection between soil health and farm health\, and updates from our partners at Sodexo and Freshpoint. Don’t miss our special guest speaker\, Hardisha Fairbands from Global Impact Operations at General Mills\, sharing her expertise on global agricultural operations and sustainability. \nKansas Black Farmers has an emphasis on supporting and educating black famers on resources. \nVisit our website to register (free registration and event): KBFA | Kansas Black Farmers Association
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/kansas-black-farmers-association-quarterly-meeting/
LOCATION:Bluemont Room K-State Student Union\, 918 N M.L.K. Jr. Drive\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Black Farmer's Association":MAILTO:kbfa@kbfa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250121T205057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T205057Z
UID:39205-1738062000-1738065600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Best Practices for Food Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:The North Central Food Safety Extension Network is offering a 3-part webinar series on topics relative to food entrepreneurs. Register and you will receive a Zoom link to attend. All webinars will be held from 11:00am-Noon CST. \nJan 28: Best Practices for Food Entrepreneurs \nFeb 4: Freeze Drying Foods: Science\, Safety\, and Cottage Industry \nFeb 11: Sourdough Starters: Care\, Safety\, and Preservation \n  \nDate: January 28\, 2025\nResource: Food Safety Best Practices for Local Food Entrepreneurs | NDSU Agriculture\nDr. Julie Garden-Robinson\, North Dakota State University Extension\nKaren Blakeslee\, M.S.\, Kansas State University Research and Extension \nFor more information: North Central Food Safety Extension Network (NCFSEN) | North Central Region Center for FSMA Training\, Extension\, and Technical Assistance
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/best-practices-for-food-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250113T221008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T221008Z
UID:38627-1738227600-1738249200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:2025 Regional Specialty Crop Training and Networking Workshops—KS Farm-to-School Program
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend the Farm to School Regional Workshops to explore ways to connect producers and schools to purchase locally grown Specialty Crop products! Registrations are limited. There are 4 workshops to choose from. \nLearning/Networking Sessions are scheduled:  \n\n\nThursday\, January 30—Hutchinson – ESSDACK Learning Center\, 1500 East 11th Ave. Deadline is January 16. \n\n\nThursday\, February 6—Lyons- Rice County Extension Office\, 701 E Main St. Deadline to register is January 23. \n\n\nFriday\, February 7—Caldwell – Sugar Sisters Restaurant\, 20 S Main St. Deadline to register is January 24. \n\n\nTuesday\, February 13—Kansas City\, MO- Ivanhoe Neighborhood Council\, 3700 Woodland Ave. Deadline to register is January 30. \n\n\nWorkshops are scheduled 9am to 3pm. \n Register here: 2025 Regional Specialty Crop Training and Networking Workshops—KS Farm-to-School Program — Kansas Specialty Crop Growers Association
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/2025-regional-specialty-crop-training-and-networking-workshops-ks-farm-to-school-program/
LOCATION:ESSDACK Learning Center\, 1500 E 11th Avenue\, Hutchison\, KS\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas Specialty Crop Grower's Association":MAILTO:info@kscga.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241218T161520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T161520Z
UID:38075-1738308600-1738429200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:NSAS Annual Healthy Farms Conference - 2025
DESCRIPTION:Nebraska Sustainable Agriculture Society (NSAS) is a nonprofit\, grassroots membership organization. Initiated over 40 years ago by farmer members\, NSAS has grown into a dynamic organization with members from across Nebraska. We welcome farmers\, eaters\, supporters of local food and everyone with an interest in our lands and communities. Join us for the NSAS Annual Healthy Farms Conference in 2025! \n\n\nWhen:\n\nJan 31\, 2025\, 7:30 AM – Feb 01\, 2025\, 5:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere:\n\nLied Lodge and Conference Center\,\n\n\n2700 Sylvan Rd\, Nebraska City\, NE 68410\, USA\n\n\nCost:\nRange from $80.00 to $150.00\n\n\nFor more information\, please visit the registration link: NSAS Annual Healthy Farms Conference – 2025 | My Site
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/nsas-annual-healthy-farms-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Lied Lodge and Conference Center\, 2700 Sylvan Rd\, Nebraska City\, NE\, 68410\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250113T222117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T222117Z
UID:38635-1738314000-1738335600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:KDA Farmer’s Market & Food Producer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Kansas Department of Agriculture and K-State Research and Extension (KSRE) will offer six regional Local Food Producer Workshops to assist farmers’ market vendors and managers\, and for those wanting to sell food products directly to consumers. \nWorkshop topics will vary slightly by location. Highlighted topics include: \n\nMarketing\nFood Safety\nRegulations on Selling Meat\, Eggs and Poultry\nSales Tax for Vendors\nKansas Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Training\n\nKDA’s weights and measures program will also offer free scale certification at the workshops for attendees. \nDates and locations for the Local Food Producer Workshops are as follows: \nFriday\, January 31 — Manhattan: Pottorf Hall\, Riley County Fairgrounds \nSaturday\, February 1 — Wichita: Sedgwick County Extension Education Center \nFriday\, February 7 — Olathe: K-State Olathe \nFriday\, February 21 — Chanute: Neosho County Community College \nFriday\, February 28 — Hays: K-State Agricultural Research Center \nFriday\, March 28 — Garden City: Southwest Research–Extension Center \nRegistration for the workshops is now open and is $25 per participant. Registration and more information can be found at FromtheLandofKansas.com/FMworkshop\, at K-State Research and Extension\, ksre-learn.com/food-producer-workshops\, or at local extension offices. \nFor more information\, contact Robin Dolby\, KDA’s From the Land of Kansas marketing coordinator\, at 785-564-6756 or fromthelandofkansas@ks.gov. The workshops are funded by the Kansas Center for Sustainable Agriculture and Alternative Crops\, Kansas Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program\, and sponsored by KSRE and KDA.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/kda-farmers-market-food-producer-workshop/
LOCATION:Pottorf Hall\, Riley County Fairgrounds\, 1726 Avery Avenue\, Manhattan\, KS\, 66506\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T143000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250109T171900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T171900Z
UID:38526-1738396800-1738420200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Annual Farmers & Friends Meeting - Cultivate KC
DESCRIPTION:Every winter\, Cultivate KC convenes local and regional farmers and food activists to connect\, converse and contribute ideas regarding issues affecting our city’s urban farming community. This\, our 20th anniversary event\, will focus on the theme of The Past\, Present\, and Future of Farming in Kansas City. \nWe are excited to welcome our keynote speakers\, Tepfirah Rushdan and Patrice Brown. \nEvent Schedule:\n\n8:00 – 9:00:  Coffee and Pie Potluck Breakfast!\n9:00 – 9:30:  Welcome &  Presentation of the John Kaiahua Mentorship Award\n9:40 – 10:40:  Breakout session 1\n\n\n\nSession Descriptions COMING SOON\n\n\n\n\n10:50 – 11:50:  Breakout session 2\n\n\n\nSession Descriptions COMING SOON\n\n\n\n\n11:50 – 12:30:  Lunch – Pizza buffet\, with poetry reading by Sharon Autry\n12:30 – 1:30:  KEYNOTE ADDRESS with Tepfirah Rushdan and Patrice Brown\n1:30 – 2:30:  Resource room\, networking discussion tables\, & seed swap\n2:30 pm:  Head out into the world renewed and inspired!\n\nCome for the pie\, stay for the conversation and connection! We can’t wait to see you all! Visit our site for additional information: \n20th Annual Farmers & Friends Meeting – Cultivate KC
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/annual-farmers-friends-meeting-cultivate-kc/
LOCATION:El Torreon Event Space\, 3101 Gillham Plaza\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Cultivate KC":MAILTO:info@cultivatekc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241216T202919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T202919Z
UID:38006-1738663200-1738666800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Sustainability 101: Practical Steps for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:This workshop introduces small businesses to the basics of sustainability\, focusing on Pollution Prevention (P2) strategies and the principles of Environmental Justice (EJ). Learn how implementing sustainable practices can reduce costs\, improve efficiency\, and support underserved communities. We’ll also touch on compliance considerations relevant to small businesses\, leveraging resources from the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP). \nJoin us to discover actionable steps to build a greener and more equitable future for your business and community. \nDate: February 4th\, 2025 \nTime: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 pm \nCost: none \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 3rd\, 2025.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/sustainability-101-practical-steps-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250121T214640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T215456Z
UID:39218-1738666800-1738670400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Freeze Drying Foods: Science\, Safety\, and Cottage Industry Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The North Central Food Safety Extension Network is offering a 3-part webinar series on topics relative to food entrepreneurs. Registration link is below and you will receive a Zoom link to attend. All webinars will be held from 11:00am-Noon CST. \nDate: February 4\, 2025 \nTime: 11:00 a.m. to Noon\nDescription: This webinar session will cover the science and food safety aspects involved in producing freeze-drying foods for sale to consumers.\nDr. Mary-Grace Danao\, University of Nebraska-Lincoln \nFor Registration: Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/freeze-drying-foods-science-safety-and-cottage-industry-webinar/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241216T170254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T170254Z
UID:37995-1738670400-1738674000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Hiring Your First Employee
DESCRIPTION:Your small business is growing! Let’s get you ready to successfully hire and retain your first employee. Join us as we discuss required employee documentation\, payroll and whether you can handle in-house or outsource\, necessary tax reporting\, and other human resource points you should consider. \nThis webinar will also help current employers review and improve their processes \nDate: Tuesday\, February 4th\, 2025. \nTime: 12:00 pm– 1:00 pm \nCost: None \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 3rd\, 2025
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/hiring-your-first-employee-2/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250107T205102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T205122Z
UID:38406-1738670400-1738846800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Starting and Sustaining a Farmers Market Lunch N' Learn Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in starting a farmer’s market in your community? Are you part of a recently established market looking to learn more? Join MU Extension and Missouri Farmers Market Association for this lunch n’ learn series to explore the steps and strategies for starting and sustaining a farmer’s market. \nLearn the nuts and bolts of market rules and regulations\, creating a market identity\, and liability considerations\, along with how Missouri Farmers Market Association and MU Extension can support farmers market managers. Join the panel discussions as established farmers market managers share their insights and lessons learned from starting a farmer’s market to how to develop partnerships and sponsorships that have supported their markets success and longevity. Registration for the Tuesday session only is free and part of the Missouri Farmers Market Association Tuesday Talks. Register for the full series for $10.  \n\nTuesday –   Starting a Farmers Market – Regulations\, Rules\, Market Identity and Liability\, and resources from Missouri Farmers Market Association and MU Extension\nWednesday – Startup Lessons and Insights – Farmers Market Manager Panel Discussion\nThursday – Building Partnerships and Sponsorships to Support Market Success and Longevity – Farmers Market Manager Panel Discussion\n\nThis webinar series will provide information that will be explored further in The Missouri Farmers Market Association Conference\, February 23rd and 24th\, where you can learn and network in person with current and aspiring market managers from across Missouri in interactive and engaging sessions. \nTo register\, visit: Personal Information – Starting and Sustaining a Farmers Market Lunch N’ Learn Webinar Series \nFind out more details about the Missouri Farmers Market Association Annual Conference https://www.missourifarmersmarkets.org/ \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/starting-and-sustaining-a-farmers-market-lunch-n-learn-webinar-series/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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UID:39469-1738843200-1743082200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Home Vegetable Garden Basics - 8 Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to grow your own vegetables!  Start with garden planning and soils\, learn about cool and warm season vegetables plus herbs\, and how to problem solve those pesky weeds\, insects\, and diseases. \nCost: $80 for 8 sessions \nQuestions? Contact Katie Kammler\, kammlerk@missouri.edu or 573-883-3548 \nNoon to 1:30\, every Thursday from February 6 to March 27 \nTo register and more info on the total of 8 sessions: Personal Information – Home Vegetable Garden Basics \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/home-vegetable-garden-basics-8-sessions/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T204500
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250128T150700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T150700Z
UID:39471-1738864800-1738874700@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:2025 Stone Co Livestock & Forage Conference
DESCRIPTION:This year’s program includes: \n\nMatching Cows to Their Environment – Dr. Jamie Courter\, MU Beef Genetics Specialist\, Columbia\nForage Based Nutrition for Cows – Ian McGregor\, Field Specialist in Livestock\, Mt. Vernon\nAg Business Insights:  What Livestock Producers Need to Know for 2025 – Jake Hefley\, Field Specialist in Ag Business\, Forsyth\n\nThere is no charge to attend thanks to our generous sponsors. \nRegistration information: Personal Information – 2025 Stone Co Livestock & Forage Conference \nContact: Tim Schnakenberg\, SchnakenbergC@missouri.edu\, 417-357-6812 \nFlyer \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\nFirst Baptist Church\n30 Hallelujah Ave.\nCrane\, MO 65633 \nDirections
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/2025-stone-co-livestock-forage-conference/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 30 Hallelujah Ave.\, Crane\, MO\, 65633\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250207T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251205T143000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250128T151705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T151705Z
UID:39477-1738935000-1764945000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series\, a webinar series dedicated to showcasing the power of collaboration in rural Missouri communities. In 2025\, we spotlight successful stories of collaboration that are driving innovation\, strengthening connections\, and creating lasting impact in our small towns and rural regions. \nAttendees will hear real stories with real impact directly from community leaders\, organizations\, and individuals who have successfully worked together to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. At the end of each webinar\, we leave time for Q&A sessions with speakers and peers to exchange ideas and build networks. \nWhether you’re an economic development or nonprofit professional\, local official\, business owner\, or simply passionate about rural development\, the CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series is your go-to for inspiration\, learning\, and connection. \nNo fee to attend. \nContact: Jackie Spainhower\, spainhowerj@missouri.edu\, 816-752-8662 \nSessions are the first Friday of each month at 1:30 pm\, starting in February\, \n(No webinars scheduled in January\, July and October.) \nFebruary 7\, 2025\, 1:30 pm – December 5\, 2025\, 2:30 pm\n\n For registration information: Personal Information – 2025 CEC Monthly Exchange Webinar Series
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/2025-cec-monthly-exchange-webinar-series/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250210T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T163000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241118T191300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T191300Z
UID:10390-1739194200-1739291400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Grant Writing Basics Course - K-State Research & Extension
DESCRIPTION:K-State Research & Extension is offering a Grant Writing Basics course consisting of two (3-hour) online live sessions with many additional resources. We’ve organized a two-part series specifically for our food system partners\, farmers\, and food business owners interested in grant writing. Whether you’ve never written a grant proposal before and have no idea where to start\, or for those who have experience but are looking for ways to improve your approach\, we encourage you to attend. Participants are encouraged to bring their grants or grant ideas to share. \nFebruary 10-11\, 2025: This class is only available to those producing Kansas foods or helping write grants for local food access. \nTopics include: \n\nSources of data for community needs\nWhere to find grants\nElements of a great grant proposal\nPracticing the grant elements: Problem\, Outcome\, Activity\, Evaluation\, Budget\n\nFor more information\, please contact:\nNancy Daniels\nnkdaniels@ksu.edu \n*Refunds are not available for this program
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/grant-writing-basics-course-k-state-research-extension/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250128T152407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T152407Z
UID:39479-1739266200-1739293200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Southwest Missouri Beef Cattle Conference
DESCRIPTION:Stockton\, MO- “This conference will be on February 11\, 2025\, at the Christopher S. Bond Learning Center at the Darr Agricultural Center which is part of the Darr Agriculture College at MSU\,” says Davis. This facility is located at 2401 South Kansas Expressway\, Springfield\, MO 65807. The conference will begin with registration at 9:30 am and last through the day. \n “This conference has a mix of industry and university people providing cattle producers strategies to add value to their beef cattle and operation” says Davis. The topics and presenters are as follows: \n\nCattle breeding programs to add value to your beef cattle operation by Dr. Adam McGee\, Assistant Professor in Animal Science at MSU\nUsing Genomics and Expected Progeny Differences to add value to your beef cattle operation by Clint Bailey\, Animal Science Graduate Student at MU\nCalf management to add value to your beef cattle operation by Dr. Cameron Locke\, veterinarian with Cedar Creek Veterinary Services\nUtilizing data to add value to your beef cattle operation by Mike John\, Health Track Network\n\n“Agriculture businesses that support the conference will have booths set up\,” says Davis. Attendees can visit the booths and learn how their products can help improve their beef cattle operation. For more information or to have a booth\, contact the Cedar County MU Extension Center at (417) 276-3313. Deadline to register for a booth and pay the fee is February 4\, 2025. \nLunch will be included with your registration. \nConference fee is $20 per person. \nTo attend registration and fee payment is required by February 5\, 2025.  \nRegister online or make checks payable to the Cedar County MU Extension and mail to the Cedar County MU Extension Center\, 113 South Street\, Stockton\, MO 65785. \nNo refunds for cancellations after the registration deadline. No walk-in registration allowed. \nFor more information on registration contact the Cedar County MU Extension Center at (417) 276-3313 or Davis at davismp@missouri.edu.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/southwest-missouri-beef-cattle-conference/
LOCATION:Christopher S. Bond Learning Center at the Darr Agricultural Center\, 2401 South Kansas Expressway\, Springfield\, MO\, 65803\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250121T215029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T215029Z
UID:39260-1739271600-1739275200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Sourdough Starters: Care\, Safety\, and Preservation Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The North Central Food Safety Extension Network is offering a 3-part webinar series on topics relative to food entrepreneurs. Registration link is below and you will receive a Zoom link to attend. All webinars will be held from 11:00am-Noon CST. \nSourdough Starters: Care\, Safety\, and Preservation\nDate: February 11\, 2025\nDescription: What is sourdough bread? Learn about the organisms present\, sourdough starter care and preservation\, and more.\nDr. Caitlin Clark\, Colorado State University Food Innovation Center \nFor Registration: Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/sourdough-starters-care-safety-and-preservation-webinar/
LOCATION:MO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241216T203208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T203208Z
UID:38008-1739275200-1739278800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Startup and Start Right
DESCRIPTION:Ready to turn your business idea into reality? This webinar untangles the startup process and guides you through ten essential steps. We’ll navigate licenses\, taxes\, business structure\, funding\, and more with clear explanations and actions to take! \nDate: Tuesday\, February 11th\, 2025 \nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm \nCost: None \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 10th\, 2025.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/startup-and-start-right/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250121T195709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T195709Z
UID:39175-1739448000-1739451600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:An Intro to Building Your Brand Story
DESCRIPTION:In this engaging virtual session\, discover why the most successful brands lead with purpose\, not products. Learn from powerful examples like Red Bull\, Patagonia\, and other purpose-driven companies who’ve mastered the art of championing their ‘why.’\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n-How to uncover your company’s authentic ‘why’\n-The proven 80/20 rule for engaging content\n-Strategies to translate your purpose into powerful stories\n-Real examples from brands who lead with purpose \n**NOTE: This virtual session is your first step toward our comprehensive in-person workshop experience held on March 4th. \nDate: Thursday\, February 13th\, 2025\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nCost: None\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 10th\, 2025. \nhttps://secure.touchnet.com/C21797_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5645&SINGLESTORE=tru
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/an-intro-to-building-your-brand-story/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250121T161014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T161014Z
UID:39139-1739880000-1739883600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Crafting your Roadmap to Success: Business Planning for Food & Farm Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Calling all small-scale farmers and food-based entrepreneurs! Are you ready to grow your business and thrive in your local market? Join us for an engaging webinar where you’ll learn how to create a practical\, personalized business plan tailored to your business’ unique needs. From setting achievable goals to mastering marketing strategies\, this session is packed with tools to help you plant the seeds for a profitable future. Don’t miss out—turn your vision into action and watch your business flourish! \n  \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/crafting-your-roadmap-to-success-business-planning-for-food-farm-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nebraska Extension":MAILTO:unlextension@unl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241216T210753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T210753Z
UID:38010-1740056400-1740060000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Analytics
DESCRIPTION:Struggling to understand your social media data? This course clarifies how to find valuable insights on Meta\, Pinterest\, and TikTok. We’ll decode key metrics within each platform’s analytics suite\, empowering you to pinpoint winning content and refine your targeting strategy. \nDate: Thursday\, February 20th\, 2025 \nTime: 1:00 pm-2:00 pm \nCost: $10.00 \nLocation: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. \n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 2025
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/social-media-analytics-2/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250107T212337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T212337Z
UID:38414-1740315600-1740416400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Cultivating Community - Missouri Farmer's Market Assoc. 2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the MFMA (Missouri Farmer’s Market Association) on February 23 (Sunday-tour and social) and 24 (Conference) in Neosho\, Missouri for their upcoming annual conference! \nFor information and registration – please visit their website: MISSOURI FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION – Home \nBe sure to reach out so you don’t miss the Farm Tour at Lykou Lee Farm! You’ll also want to join them for the meet and greet at Indian Springs Brewing Company. For more information on this and more\, follow this link: Conference – MISSOURI FARMERS MARKET ASSOCIATION \nThe conference will be held in the Community Room of the Neosho Public Library – amazing information\, speakers\, resources\, and more!
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/cultivating-community-missouri-farmers-market-assoc-2025-conference/
LOCATION:Neosho Public Library\, 201 W Spring Street\, Neosho\, MO\, 64850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conference,In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20241216T230848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T230848Z
UID:38031-1740474000-1740484800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks Online for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use QuickBooks Online software to help manage your company’s finances from anywhere using the cloud. This webinar covers setting up your company account\, navigating the user interface\, recording common transactions\, and running reports to assess your company’s performance. Learn how to set up products and services\, customers\, vendors\, sales tax\, and more. Presenter Charnea Bell is a Master Accountant\, Certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor\, alumna of Wichita State University\, and local business owner. \nDate: Tuesday\, February 25th 2025\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm\nCost: $199.00\nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect.\n*Registration closes at Noon on Monday\, February 24th\, 2025.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/quickbooks-online-for-beginners/
LOCATION:MO
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T123000
DTSTAMP:20260503T084314
CREATED:20250128T154131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T154131Z
UID:39484-1740569400-1740573000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Crack the Code on Pricing: Understand your Break-even Costs and Units
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small-scale farmer or food-based entrepreneur struggling to find the sweet spot between profit and customer satisfaction? Join this workshop where we’ll demystify the art of pricing your value-added food products. Mallory Rahe\, from University of Missouri Extension will walk through an interactive session to set prices based on the cost of production and examine how your business profits could change under different sales goals or prices. Whether you’re selling at the farmers’ market\, online\, or through a CSA\, this session will empower you to price your value-added food product with confidence and boost your bottom line! \nFor questions\, please contact Mallory Rahe at Mallory.rahe@missouri.edu or 573-884-7606. \nRegister for this event at; https://business.callawaychamber.net/events/details/crack-the-code-on-pricing-understand-your-break-even-costs-and-units-11771 \nIn Person Event in Fulton\, Missouri
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/crack-the-code-on-pricing-understand-your-break-even-costs-and-units/
LOCATION:Callaway Chamber of Commerce\, 510 Market Street\, Fulton\, MO\, 65251\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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