In 2014, 2017, and 2022, farmers in Southeastern North Carolina had the opportunity to learn about risks in farming and develop their personal risk management plan by attending a series of Risk management workshops. This fall, farmers will have another opportunity to strengthen their operations by attending a two-part Disaster Risk Management Training which will be held on November 4 and December 2, at the O.P. Owens Agriculture Center, located at 455 Caton Road in Lumberton. The workshops will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Space is limited to 25 participants. Lunch will be provided.

Attendance at both sessions is required.

• In-Depth Study of Various Types of Disasters and Strategies for Preparation and Advance
• Developing Personal Disaster Risk Management Plans
• Introduction to Risk Management Basics
• Farm Business Planning Strategies
• Best Practices for Disaster Risk Management