Course: SLF 120 Introduction to Small Farm Viability

Cooperative Farms Activity

Cooperative Farms Activity - Due Week 11

During this activity you are going to spend some quality time with a farmer. I am assigning this early so you will have time to make contact with a small farm in your area. It is important that you make contact and schedule a visit during a time that is not so busy.

I can help you locate someone if you are having trouble finding someone in your area, but you must let me know. Do not wait until the last minute: you have 6 weeks to do this assignment.

You are going to spend at least 2 hours on the farm of your choosing. During your visit you should:
  - Get a tour of the farm
  - Document the history of the farm
  - Find out the products the farm has for sale
  - Find out what markets are being utilized
  - Find out if there are plans for expansion
  - Try to spend some time volunteering on the farm if possible

After your visit you should type a one-page summary of your visit. This will be due during week #11.