Friday, February 26, 2010

FARMER'S MARKET WORKSHOPS

On Saturday, March 13, 2010 a day of Farmers' Market workshops will be held at the Rio Arriba Rural Event Center, State Road 554, House #122-A in Abiquiu. The topics include crop diversification, season extension, value-added products, record keeping, enterprise budgets, marketing and sales strategies. Speakers include NMSU Extension specialists and agents, agricultural specialists, local farmers and vendors. RSVP by March 10, 2010. Call the Rio Arriba County Extension Office at 505-685-4523.Lunch is potluck. Coordinate with Sabra Moore at 505-685-4842.