Date & Time
Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Location Name
C202
Name
Scaling Up: Farmers Share Essential Tools, Equipment, and Experiences
Description
This panel, facilitated by Dr. Timothy Coolong from UGA Horticulture, will feature a diverse group of farmers who have successfully scaled up their diversified vegetable operations, sharing the strategies, equipment, and tools essential for increasing production capacity while maintaining efficiency. Attendees will gain insight into key decisions around infrastructure, mechanization, and practical tools that helped these farmers achieve sustainable growth. This session is ideal for small to mid-sized vegetable producers looking to enhance scalability while balancing production and market demands.
Speakers
Timothy Coolong, UGA
Paul Sorah, Georgia Organics and Hearts of Harvest Farm
Rahul Anand, Snapfinger Farm
Bob Westerfield, University of Georgia
Paul Sorah, Georgia Organics and Hearts of Harvest Farm
Rahul Anand, Snapfinger Farm
Bob Westerfield, University of Georgia
Track
Capacity-Building
Session Type
Panel Discussion