• PSA Growers Training 2.0 Pilot Program -- Apply by March 20
• Land and Water Workshop -- March 21, Wimberly
• Managing Semi-Arid Rangeland -- March 26, Virtual
• Texas Brazos Valley Farm Success Info Session -- March 26, Virtual
• Farmshare Austin Farmer Starter Applications -- Due March 29
• Buffalo Beyond Borders -- April 13-17, San Antonio
• Funding Opportunity: USDA Value Added Producer Grant -- Due April 15
• Rio Grande Valley Food Summit -- April 22-23, Edinburg
• Agriland Workshop -- April 30, Jourdanton
• Reading the Land to Optimize Grazing -- April 30-May 1, Decatur
• Job Opportunities -- American Farmland Trust
• SFFFS Conference Early Bird Registration -- Register by June 20
• Funding Opportunity: Legacy Landscapes Grazing Program

PSA Grower Training 2.0 Pilot Program

Apply by March 20

The Produce Safety Alliance is developing a 2.0 version of their Grower Training and is looking for produce growers to help trial the new curriculum virtually, especially those who have never taken the course before. A great opportunity to become PSA certified at no cost!

Land and Water Workshop

March 21, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Wimberly

The Watershed Association is hosting a big picture conversation about water in the Hill Country - where it comes from, how it's changing, and what those changes mean for the Wimberly Valley. 

Managing Semi-Arid Rangeland Webinar

March 26, 10 - 11 am

Virtual

The Quivira Coalition will host a free webinar on restoration and soil health management practices for semi-arid rangeland. 

Texas Brazos Valley Farm Success Training Info Session

March 26, 6-7 pm

Virtual

Texas Center for Local Food is partnering with National Women in Agriculture for a 6 webinar and 2 field day series to equip farmers and aspiring farmers with essential skills in production, marketing and business management. Open to urban or rural farmers in the following counties: Bell, Brazos, Burleson, Falls, Hill, Limestone, McLennan, Milam, Robertson.

Farmshare Austin Farmer Starter Applications

Due March 29

Farmer Starter is a hands-on, 5-month program designed to launch sustainable farming careers. Students gain practical experience in organic and regenerative farming while building skills to start and run a successful farm business.

Applications are open through March 29 for the Fall Farmer Starter season (August 5–December 17).

Buffalo Beyond Borders

April 13 - 17

San Antonio

This gathering, a partnership between Indigenous Led and Texas Tribal Buffalo Project, will explore what it means for the spirit of the buffalo to move beyond borders through coordinated actions in science, policy, and narrative change, grounded in Indigenous-led leadership and lived experience. 

Funding Opportunity -  USDA Value Added Producer Grant

Due April 15, 2026

Applications are now being accepted for the USDA's Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program. The VAPG program helps producers add value to the products they grow or raise. 

Awards can support planning activities, like marketing plans and feasibility studies, or working capital needs, like packaging, advertising, and salaries. Learn more at your local USDA Rural Development office or through the link below. 

Rio Grande Valley Food Summit

April 22-23

Edinburg

The 4th Annual RGV Food Summit will bring together producers, buyers, policymakers, and community leaders to continue building a competitive and resilient regional food system. TOFGA will be hosting a seed swap and board member Susie Marshall will be presenting on food safety!

Agri-Land Workshop

April 30, 11:30 am - 4 pm

Jourdanton

Alamo Resource and Conservation Development Area will host a free workshop at the Jourdanton Community Library with topics including rainfall management, brush control, wildlife management, and New World Screw Worm. Pre-registration is required at the link.

Reading the Land Workshop

April 30-May 1, 9 am - 4 pm

Decatur, TX

Small Producers Initiative and Holistic Management International will host this 2-day workshop at the Dixon Water Foundation's 5000 acre Leo Ranch. This workshop aims to help land stewards achieve better results through observation and interpretation. $40 registration includes lunch.

Job Opportunities with American Farmland Trust

American Farmland Trust is hiring for 2 positions on their Texas team! The Texas Implementation Specialist is a hybrid position based in East Texas providing technical assistance to farmers and ranchers implementing conservation practices. The Texas Program Manager is a fully remote position that will support strategic communication, policy, and farm viability program goals. Full application details are available at the links. 

Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference

Early Bird Registration

The annual SFFFS Conference will be held in San Marcos from August 3-4, 2026!

Register by June 20 for a discounted rate on 2 days of educational sessions hosted by 80+ expert speakers across 8 content tracks.

Legacy Landscapes Grazing Lands Program

This program offered by the National Grazing Lands Coalition aims to support livestock producers in record keeping and grazing land improvements that benefit both their operation and the environment. Selected participants can receive financial support, one-on-one mentorship from local grazing experts, and custom marketing guidance.

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