Course Information
Homesteading 102
Price: $128.55
Summary
Homesteading 102: Crops, Livestock, and Farm Product Marketing
Building on the foundations of self-sufficient living from Homesteading 101, Homesteading 102
delves deeper into sustainable crop production, responsible animal husbandry, and effective
farm product marketing. This 8-week course equips students with practical skills to enhance
food production, care for livestock, and develop strategies to sell farm goods profitably.
Topics Covered:
● Crop Production & Management: Seasonal planting, soil health, pest control, and
maximizing yields.
● Livestock Care: Raising poultry, rabbits, goats, and other homestead animals for meat,
eggs, and dairy.
● Value-Added Products: Processing and packaging homegrown goods for market.
● Farm Business & Marketing: Selling at farmers’ markets, CSAs, online platforms, and
local partnerships.
● Regulations & Compliance: Understanding food safety laws, labeling, and small-scale
farm business requirements.
This 8-week hands-on course is perfect for those looking to expand their homestead into a
profitable, sustainable venture. Whether you aim to feed your family or turn your farm into a
business, Homesteading 102 provides the knowledge and tools to succeed.
Requirements
This course has no requirements.
Course Fees
Price: $128.55 (Course Fee) + $0.00
(Credit Card and Convenience Charge)
The following section fees are included in the Price:
$0.55 - Accident Insurance
$50.00 - Ce Book & Supplies
$5.00 - Service Fee - Continuing Educ
$3.00 - Facility Fee
The following section fees are included in the Price:
$0.55 - Accident Insurance
$50.00 - Ce Book & Supplies
$5.00 - Service Fee - Continuing Educ
$3.00 - Facility Fee
Date and Time
Date:
May 20, 2025
Time:
From
06:00 pm
to
09:00 pm
Building:
CEC
Room:
CEC1
Number of seats available: 6
Section: 92531
All Meetings:
* Meetings may be subject to change
Location
This course meets at the following location:
Bill and Nancy Covington Education Center 2610 S. Jim Minor Road, Mebane NC 27302
Bill and Nancy Covington Education Center 2610 S. Jim Minor Road, Mebane NC 27302