Disaster Risk Management Training for Farmers

Farmers across North Carolina’s Piedmont region will have the opportunity this fall to strengthen their operations through a two-part Disaster Risk Management Training. The workshops are open to producers of all types and will be held at the Durham County Extension Office, 721 Foster Street, Durham, NC 27701.

Part 1: Friday, October 17, 2025 • 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Part 2: Friday, October 31, 2025 • 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

This training is designed to help farmers prepare for, manage, and recover from disaster risks that threaten their farm businesses. Participants will gain practical tools to build resilience against challenges such as extreme weather, market disruptions, and other unexpected events.

Workshop goals include:

• Teaching farmers how to prepare for and manage disaster risks

• Guiding participants in creating personalized risk management plans for their farms

Topics will cover:

• Risk management basics

• Farm business planning strategies

• Best practices for disaster preparedness

• Farm-specific risk management action plans

• Approaches to handling different types of disasters

• Analysis of agricultural liabilities and assets

Farmers face uncertainty every day – from unpredictable weather to shifting markets – and this training will equip them with practical strategies to protect and grow their operations. Producers of all scales from across Central North Carolina, including the Triangle, the Triad, and surrounding Piedmont counties, are encouraged to attend. By investing a few hours, participants will leave with tailored risk management plans and stronger connections to fellow farmers and agricultural professionals.

This is a two-part workshop, and attendance at both sessions is strongly encouraged to gain the full benefit.