Entrepreneurship isn’t easy. The innovation required to spearhead a new business often means entrepreneurs are treading ground where few — if any — have ventured before. Anyone who has ever taken the plunge and started their own business can tell you the ever-changing marketplace presents a lot to keep track of. We felt there was a need for a central hub to connect entrepreneurs, and to make them aware of the community resources available to help their businesses thrive.
For more information on 2012 Nebraska Summit on Entrepreneurship program go to: http://go.unl.edu/t5k
If you want to plant just a couple nut trees or an orchard, you will find this seminar informative.
Everyone has different expectations and goals when planting nut tree seedlings. This seminar will introduce you to most aspects of what it takes to accomplish your goals and expectations. There will be professional growers on hand to answer your questions.
Topics include:
• Planning phase will cover setting realistic goals, understanding an orchard environment, and the tasks to meet your goals so you will be successful.
• Planting phase will cover planting consideration and seedling selections.
• Caring phase will cover tasks required to bring a seedling to a productive, producing nut tree.
• Harvesting tasks will cover harvesting techniques, processing, and marketing your nuts.
• A seedling cost-share program will also be introduced.
You may register at http://marketplace.unl.edu/extension (there is a nominal $1 registration fee) or by calling 402-788-2717. No cost at the door.
