E-Course

Tools, Tips, and Inspiration for the Journey Ahead.

Established in 1994, the Appalachian Resource Conservation & Development Council is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization serving Northeast Tennessee and beyond.


ARCD provides training to farmers and backyard gardeners, lends support to farmers markets, works to increase local food access for all, and strives to strengthen the local food system as a whole by bridging the gaps between producers, buyers, distributors, restaurants, and consumers.

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ARCD’s Field School e-Course is your guide to growing a successful farm business in 6 courses. Based in northeast TN, the courses contain authentic perspectives from local farmers, mixed with sessions from trained agricultural experts to show the realities and requirements of running a successful farming business. Inspiring and honest, the series showcases the beauty and benefits of the world of agriculture.

It is recommended that you watch the e-Course in order; however, you can also choose which Modules would be most beneficial. 

Complete this e-Course, track your progress with a print-friendly checklist, and earn a Field School e-Course certificate, merch, plus credit to attend in-person workshops! 

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Meet the farmers involved in this series and learn the joys and challenges of running a farm business.
Learn how to work with Natural Resources Conservation Services to assess & manage your farm resources.
Learn how to identify sales outlets for your products, target specific customers, and use low cost platforms to market your products.
Learn how to effectively keep records on your farm and improve systems to track profits.
Learn how to grow a farm business through loans and programs designed for farmers with Farm Services Agency and the TN Dept of Agriculture.
Learn how farm owners and lessees build successful lease agreements & understand how farms evolve and succeed.

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