[vetsinag] Armed to Farm Veteran Training in New Mexico

[Robyn Metzger]

Apply Now for May Armed to Farm Veteran Training in New Mexico

[cid:image002.jpg at 01D5F6E6.50F7B660]The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) is partnering with Holistic Management International (HMI) to bring its Armed to Farm (ATF) training to the southwest. Veterans who want to attend the week-long training in Albuquerque, New Mexico can apply online now.
ATF allows veterans and their spouses to experience sustainable, profitable small-scale farming enterprises and explore career opportunities in agriculture. At ATF, participants learn about business planning, budgeting, recordkeeping, marketing, USDA programs, livestock production, fruit and vegetable production, and more. Participants gain a strong foundation in the basic principles of operating a sustainable farm. In addition, ATF attendees join a nationwide network of supportive farmer-veterans and agricultural advisors.

ATF trainings include an engaging blend of farm tours, hands-on activities, and interactive classroom instruction. NCAT Sustainable Agriculture specialists will teach the training sessions. Staff from HMI, USDA agencies, and experienced crop and livestock producers will provide additional instruction.

Applications are available at https://www.ncat.org/atf_NM_20/ and are due by April 10, 2020.

This training is for veterans in the Southwest, with preference given to those in New Mexico. The number of participants will be limited. NCAT will notify selected participants by April 17. Spouses are welcome as well, but must submit a separate application.
Dates, Location, and Cost
Armed to Farm will take place May 18-22, 2020 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Participants will attend classroom sessions and travel to local farms for hands-on learning experiences.
The event is free for those chosen to attend; lodging, transportation to local farms, and most meals will be provided. Participants must pay their own travel costs to and from the event.
Sponsors
NCAT is organizing and hosting this Armed to Farm event in partnership with Holistic Management International. Funding is provided by USDA's Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement.
Questions?
Please contact Margo Hale at margoh at ncat.org or 479-442-9824<callto:479-442-9824>.

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Robyn Metzger
Program Specialist/Armed to Farm Coordinator
National Center for Appropriate Technology
479-442-9824
www.ncat.org<http://www.ncat.org/>

NCAT's mission: Helping people by championing small-scale, local and sustainable solutions
that reduce poverty, promote healthy communities, and protect natural resources.

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