
01/23/2021
AgrAbility (www.agrability.org) and the Indiana chapter of the Farmer Veteran Coalition are hosting an in-person workshop for veterans who have an interest in farming and agriculture on January 29, 2021 at the Beck Agricultural Center on the Purdue Agronomy Center for Research and Education near West Lafayette. We plan to begin the program at 10:00 a.m. EDT, and conclude by 4:00 p.m. Catered lunch will be provided.
The program is free, but pre-registration is required for all participants for COVID-19 protocols and planning purposes. COVID-19 precautions will be observed, including face masks, social distancing, and limited attendance.
A flyer with registration information and planned agenda is attached. Topics to be covered:
“Ag Enterprise Options, Opportunities, and Challenges”
• Beekeeping
• Small Ruminants
• Outdoor Recreational Enterprises
• Small Farm / Agritourism Insurance and Liability Issues
• Small Flock Poultry
• Funding Opportunities
• Indiana AgVet Update and More
Please share this flyer with your veteran clients and/or local veterans’ organizations!
Feel free to contact Ed at the email or phone number below if you have questions about this event or other AgrAbility veteran programs.
Ed Sheldon
Purdue Agricultural Safety & Health
Agricultural & Biological Engineering
225 South University
West Lafayette, IN 47907
[email protected]
Cell: 765-720-0229