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National Conference on Next-Generation Sustainable Technologies for Small-Scale Producers


  • Alumni Event Center, North Carolina A&T State University 200 North Benbow Road Greensboro, NC, 27401 United States (map)
a cow in a field, and a couple on a farm

National Conference on Next-Generation Sustainable Technologies for Small-Scale Producers

Wednesday, September 7 – Friday September 9, 2022

Alumni Event Center, North Carolina A&T State University - 200 North Benbow Road

If you are interested in attending, contact your Small Farm Program Assistant by August 18.


The purpose of this conference is to create a road map for developing and delivering the next generation of soil, air and water technologies in support of sustainable production systems on small and limited resource farms; identify gaps, needs and recommendations for NIFA; and ensure access to technology with consideration for affordability and applicability.

Who should attend:

  • Socially Disadvantaged Farmers

  • Urban and Controlled Environment Farmers

  • Beginning Farmers and Ranchers

  • Heirs, Property Holders and Absentee Landowners

  • Underserved Rural Community Citizens

  • Military Veterans and Retired Farmers

  • Agricultural Professionals and Agribusiness Stakeholders

  • Students, Researchers, Scientists and Agency Representatives

  • Other Interested Agricultural Industry Professionals

For more information contact: Godfrey A. Uzochukwu, Ph.D., L.S.S., PCCSL, (336) 334-7030 or uzo@ncat.edu

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.

Virginia Cooperative Extension is a partnership of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and local governments. Its programs and employment are open to all, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, or any other basis protected by law.

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