Explorer Course Overview

Saturday and Sunday,
March 15th/16th and 22nd/23rd, 2025
9am - 12pm and 1:30pm - 4:30pm

The Explorer Course is a two weekend 7-session program designed for the farm-curious to explore the realities of farming, animal husbandry, and agricultural entrepreneurship. Through hands-on experience, a field trip, and practical guidance, participants assess their interests, skills, and resources to determine if starting a farm business is the right path. The course covers agricultural business planning, market research, regulatory considerations, financial resources, and marketing strategies. By the end, participants will have actionable tools to advance their farm dreams or explore other opportunities in agriculture.

Location: Center for Land-Based Learning, 40140 Best Ranch Rd, Woodland, CA
Price: $535
*Enroll in three or more courses and receive a 5% discount using code CFA3

If you are a military veteran, please email [email protected] to receive your discount code prior to enrolling.

Course Content

  • Introduction to Farming
  • Understanding the Agricultural Landscape
  • Resource Assessment
  • Planning Your Farming Future
  • Marketing Your Farm Products
  • Farm Tour
  • Farmer Panel
  • Hands on Field-Day
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