{"product_id":"starting-a-chestnut-farm-consult-copy","title":"STARTING A CHESTNUT FARM CONSULT","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSo You Want to Start a Chestnut Farm? Feeling a Little Nutty? You Have Come to the Right Place!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet a chance to step into the mind of Farmer Meredith and develop an umbrella plan to start your chestnut farm from scratch. What do you absolutely need? What pitfalls should you avoid? How do you start the planning process for an orchard? What budget makes sense? How do I care for an orchard longterm?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 16 years experience in farming and Masters in Business, she can analyze your skills and apply them to your first year in flower farming. Don't let all your sweat equity go to waste! Apply growing and harvesting alongside smart sales strategies to get people to buy beautiful nuts. Together we can define your needs and execute a plan perfect for you! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSTARTING A CHESTNUT FARM CONSULTATION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalize with Farmer Meredith \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach farmer has a growing journey that has specific needs and budget constraints. This doesn't mean you can't have a successful first season? And maybe you starting your farming journey, but need some extra support. We have been there, from not having an agroforestry background to lacking proper equipment in caretaking for an orchard. What doesn't change is your thirst to learn and grow in the profession as a flower farmer. Let Farmer Meredith personalize a plan with helpful advice on making proper steps for better customer interactions that drive sales. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour \u003cstrong\u003e$150 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eConsultation\u003c\/b\u003e includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 60 minute consultation\u003cbr\u003eMeet with Farmer Meredith in person or a virtual scheduled appointment to discuss your vision and goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 60 minute follow up session\u003cbr\u003eReceive a detailed, thoughtful customization including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Beginning Growing Analysis Based on Growing Zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScaling Needs In Relation to a Scaled Budget\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing Tips \u0026amp; Tricks, Harvesting and Product Forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePruning for the Future\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntro to E-Commerce, Social \u0026amp; Email Marketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePest Management \u0026amp; Chemical Free Growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarious Sales Channels \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil Health, Cover Crops \u0026amp; Alley Cropping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevelop a Mission\/Vision Statement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe really want to engage people with growing beyond knowing the basics. You don't have to be a master farmer to grow and sell quality clean food for consumption. We can all grow within our limits and still have succession spaces that are environmentally positive for everyone to enjoy! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFarmer Meredith's Approach \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFarmer Meredith loves to know your story, why you want to grow and your long-term growing goals as it pertains to outdoor horticulture and orchard farming. She will ask informative questions and learn about your space and vision, while considering the following:  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour Experience With Farming \u0026amp; Current Education\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayout, land access, environmental factors, soil conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent marketing strategies and sales outlets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat you plant to grow and why\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do you want to sell your products? Online? 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