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Buy local goods, find money and get answers to start farming today!

Celebrate National Agriculture Week  

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March 22nd Hug-a-Farmer Spring Market

2023 Start Farming Mentorship 

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2023 Start Farming Mentorship - Blog Post
2023 Start Farming Mentorship Application - Now Open!

2022 Start Farming Panel Discussion + Holiday Market

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Join us for the 2022 Start Farming Panel + Holiday Market - Free Registration at Eventbrite

2022 Start Farming Mentorship Program

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2022 Start Farming Mentorship - Blog Post
2022 Start Farming Mentorship Application - Closed



2021 Start Farming Panel Discussion

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2021 Start Farming Panel & Holiday Market - Blog Post
Join us for the 2021 Start Farming Panel - Blog Post

2021 Start Farming Mentorship Program

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2021 Start Farming Mentorship Highlights - Blog Post & Video
Duval SWCD Awarded NACD Grant - National Association of Conservation Districts
Farming mentorship program offers move toward self-sufficiency during pandemic - First Coast News
Program Details and Application - Now Closed
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Helpful Resources

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USDA New Farmers

At the forefront of USDA's mission is the support they provide to farmers to help them start—and continue—farming. Find personalized recommendations at the USDA New Farmers website.
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Natural Resources Conservation Service

NRCS provides America's farmers and ranchers with financial and technical assistance to voluntarily put conservation on the ground, not only helping the environment but agricultural operations, too. Reach out to your local office with this NRCS FL Contact List.
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North Florida Green Chamber

The North Florida Green Chamber of Commerce knows that business can achieve economic success while being socially responsible and protecting the environment.  We support and recognize businesses that champion these efforts and we advocate for sound policies that further these values. 
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Office of Agricultural Water Policy

FDACS Office of Agricultural Water Policy provides funding to assist producers in implementing Best Management Practices. FDACS prioritizes the use of cost share funding for projects and practices that provide the greatest benefits to water resources. 
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St. Johns River Water Management District

The St. Johns River Water Management District has tools to assist the agricultural community grow the crops that feed America while protecting water resources. Get help in gathering water use data needed for permits and check out their cost-share opportunities. 

We Want to Hear from You!

MEETING NOTICE: Our Full Board Meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at the Duval County Extension Office, 1010 N. McDuff Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32254, at 3:30 p.m.  The Plan of Work Subcommittee meets on the first Wednesday of each month at the same time and location. All meetings are open to the public. Public participation is available via Zoom teleconference. Links to participate are posted on our Facebook page.

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  • Our History
  • Supervisors
  • Regeneration Park
  • Start Farming
  • Local Working Group
  • Education
  • Programs
  • Blog
  • Minutes
  • Links
  • Contact Us
  • Donate