Join the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association’s Farm Services Team for our monthly Virtual Technical Meet-Ups — a free, informal space for farmers to connect, ask questions, and get expert guidance on production, conservation, and business planning. Each session features timely topics, practical tips, and Q&A with CFSA staff and guest specialists. Whether you’re a beginning or experienced farmer, these meet-ups are a great way to stay informed and build community with others in sustainable agriculture across the Carolinas. Held the first Tuesday of each month at noon via Zoom.

Please note: if you previously registered for the January – May 2026 meet-up series, you need to re-register for the June – December 2026 series using the link below. 

Register: https://bit.ly/cfsa-farmer-meetup-series-registration

June – December 2026 Meet-Up Topics Schedule:

6/2/26: IPM Deep-Dive: Spotted Wing Drosophila and Small Fruit Production in the Carolinas, with Jay Dunbar, Local Produce Safety Coordinator
The dreaded Spotted Wing Drosophila does over $500 million in fruit crop damage every year in the US. Blueberry and strawberry growers in the Carolinas are no strangers to this pest, and Organic growers have had to develop clever strategies to combat this invasive fruit fly species. Is there a secret weapon? Come to the meet-up and find out!

7/7/26: Dealing with Drought, with Dr. Laura Lengnick of Cultivating Resilience, LLC

8/4/26: Organic Weed Management, with Joe Rowland, Organic Initiatives Coordinator

9/1/26: Organic Input Directory and Organic Pest Control Guide, with Joe Rowland, Organic Initiatives Coordinator

10/6/26: Applying to NRCS Programs, with Amelia Bruss, CFSA Soil Health Technician

11/3/26: Psychological First Aid: Listen, Protect, and Connect, with McKayla Robinette of the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network of NC

12/1/26: Farmer-to-farmer sharing on favorite varieties for market production, with Dylan Alexander, Lomax Farm Manager