Questions?Signing up for Session(s) : Contact MacKenzie White atTel: (860) 875-3331 or Email: mackenzie.white@uconn.edu

Directions: For directions and additional information on crop isurance and other risk management issuesvisit:www.ctfarmrisk.uconn.edu

These sessions are a cooperative e�ort of UConn Extension and the USDA Risk Management Agency.

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VernonMonday

February 26th

WethersfieldSaturdayApril 7th

New HavenSaturday

March 10th HaddamWednesdayMarch 28th

NorwichWednesdayApril 25th

Are You Covered? Managing Your Agritourism RisksMatt Wraight: Lyons & Wraight Insurance

Enhancing the Path of Farm Profitability & GrowthMark Cutler; New York & New England SCORE

Estate Planning & Farm TransferStephen Sutton & Bill Dakin; Kahan, Kerensky & Capossela LLPLinda Francois; Cooper, Whitney & Francois Farm Business, Marketing & AgritourismRick Hermonot; Farm Credit East

Farm Marketing via Communication & Social MediaKeith Padin ; Full Heart Farm

FSMA- New Rules & Many QuestionsDiane Wright Hirsch; UConn Extension

Highlights of FSA Programs, Loans & EligibilityDawn Pindell; USDA Farm Service Agency

I-9’s, Handbooks & Employee Records - OH MY!Carolyn Ahern, Green Tree Risk Management

Introduction for Veterans in AgriculturePeter Frizzell; Crop Growers Insurance

Navigating Local Land Use Regulations & Maximizing Farm Tax BenefitsJoan Nichols; Connecticut Farm Bureau Association

NRCS Grant Programs for FarmersUSDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service

Phone Pics; Tricks & Tips on Making Them POP!Molly Deegan; Uconn Extension

Protecting Financial Investments with Crop InsurancePeter Frizzell; Crop Growers Insurance, Colleen and Peter Kisselburgh; Arthur Carroll Insurance

The Hows and Whys of Organic FarmingBill Duesing; CT NOFA, Old Solar Farm

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FebruaryMonday February 26, 2018 4pm-8:30pm Tolland County Extension Center TAC 24 Hyde Avenue Vernon, CT

MarchSaturday March 10, 20189am-3:30pmCommon Ground High School 358 Springside Avenue New Haven, CT

Friday March 16, 20181pm-8pmWindham County Extension Center 139 Wolf Den Road Brooklyn, CT

Wednesday March 28 20189am-3:30pm Middlesex County Extension Center 1066 Saybrook Road Haddam, CT

April Saturday April 7, 20189am-3:30pm CT Farm Bureau Office 78 Beaver Road Wethersfield, CT

Tuesday, April 17, 20189am-3:30pmWamogo Agri-Science Center 98 Wamogo Road Litchfield, CT

Wednesday April 25, 20189am-3:30pmNew London County Extension Center562 New London Turnpike Norwich, CT

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Agritourism Opportunities For You and Your Customers Explore opportunities ranging from ideas for farm related attractions to using your numbers to select the best projects �rst, as well as pricing strategies.

Are You Covered? Managing Your Agritourism RisksHave you or are you considering opening up your farm for agritourism? Learn about how managing the liability and risks associated with inviting the public onto your farm.

Enhancing the Path of Farm Profitability & Growth SCORE mentors, in partnership with USDA, and Farm Service Agency will help you identify your farms strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Free follow up with SCORE Specialists can be arranged.

Estate Planning & Farm TransferIf you have been procrastinating, here’s your chance for FREE legal advice with no strings attached on a wide variety of legal issues including wills, trusts, estate tax planning and farm transfer options!

Farm Marketing via Communication & Social MediaEvery farm has a story; explore engaging ways to share your story and utilize high-speed modern communications and social media to help you stay relevant to your consumer base.

FSMA; New rules & Many Questions Whether you have questions about how the FSMA Produce Safety Rule or the FSMA Preventive Controls Rule (processing) a�ects you and your farm, here is an opportunity to ask questions about compliance and your farm business.

Highlights of FSA Programs, Loans & EligibilityGain a better understanding about Farm Service Agency loans and program eligibility and how they can help your farm operation.

I-9's, Handbooks & Employee Records - OH MY!Employee and compliance documentation can seem overwhelming and impossible to manage.This session can help you understand what is needed, why it is needed, how to put it in place and how to keep it under control.

Introduction for Veterans in AgricultureGet the ball rolling; an informational session for military veteransinterested in agriculture and a starting point for agricultural opportunities.

Navigating Local Land Use Regulations & Maximizing Farm Tax BenefitsGet the scoop on the tax programs available to CT farmers; including PA 490, and discover tips for navigating local zoning and wetlands regulations related to your farming operation.

NRCS Grant Programs for FarmersLearn more about the �nancial and technical assistance available to farmers for conservation improvements to their land.

Phone Pics; Tricks & Tips on Making Them POP!Cell phone photos are an amazing tool for sharing your farm life and events on social media. Pick up some tips on framing, lightingand editing and see how easily your pictures become more professional and inviting!

Protecting Financial Investments with Crop InsuranceHow valuable are your crops? Find out how to use crop insurance as a �nancial risk management tool to protect your investment!

Strategic Planning for a Prosperous FutureDevelop a farm business plan, a succession plan or marketing plan to help your farm businessmove towards a more rewarding future!

The Hows and Whys of Organic FarmingOrganic farming principles and practices improve your farm’s sustainability and resilience. Bring your questions about organic methods and how to certify your farm.

Unleashing the Management Power of Your RecordsDiscuss how you can simplify your numbers and get the most out of �nancial records for making strategic business decisions that will maximize your potential for success!

2018 Sessions

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• You may sign-up for multiple sessions and/or multiple locations. • To sign up for sessions(s) or cancel a session contact MacKenzie White at 860-875-3331 or email her at mackenzie.white@uconn.edu

• The agenda for discussion with the professional is yours. • Sessions will be �lled on a �rst come �rst serve basis. So don’t wait - call today!

• Estate Planning & Farm Transfer• Farm Business, Marketing & Agritourism•• Marketing via Communication & Social Media

• NRCS – Conservation Programs• Phone Pics; Tricks & Tips to Make Them POP!• Protecting your Investment with Crop Insurance

• Ag Land Use Regulations & Taxation• Estate Planning & Farm Transfer• Farm Business, Marketing & Agritourism• I-9’s, Handbooks & Employee Records – OH MY!

• Marketing via Communication & Social Media• Phone Pics; Tricks & Tips to Make Them POP!• Protecting your Investment with Crop Insurance

• Ag Land Use Regulations & Taxation• Are You Covered? Managing Your Agritourism Risks• Enhancing the Path of Farm Pro�tability & Growth• Estate Planning & Farm Transfer• Farm Business, Marketing & Agritourism

• I-9’s, Handbooks & Employee Records – OH MY!• Introduction to Farming for Veterans• Marketing via Communication & Social Media• Protecting your Investment with Crop Insurance• The Hows and Whys of Organic Farming

• Ag Land Use Regulations & Taxation• Estate Planning & Farm Transfer• Farm Business, Marketing & Agritourism• FSMA; New Rules & Many Questions

• Introduction to Farming for Veterans• Marketing via Communication & Social Media• Protecting your Investment with Crop Insurance

• Ag Land Use Regulations & Taxation• Estate Planning & Farm Transfer• Farm Business, Marketing & Agritourism• FSMA; New Rules & Many Questions

• Marketing via Communication & Social Media• Protecting your Investment with Crop Insurance• The Hows and Whys of Organic Farming

• Ag Land Use Regulations & Taxation• Enhancing the Path of Farm Pro�tability & Growth• Estate Planning & Farm Transfer• I-9’s, Handbooks & Employee Records – OH MY!

• NRCS – Conservation Programs• Phone pics; Tricks & Tips to Make Them POP!• Protecting your Investment with Crop Insurance

• Ag Land Use Regulations & Taxation• Are You Covered? Managing Your Agritourism Risks• Enhancing the Path of Farm Pro�tability & Growth• Estate Planning & Farm Transfer

• Farm Business, Marketing & Agritourism• Introduction to Farming for Veterans• Marketing via Communication & Social Media• NRCS – Conservation Programs• Protecting your Investment with Crop Insurance

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