The California Small Farm Conference is a unique opportunity for small-acreage farmers and ranchers to get a leg up – and you might even qualify for a scholarship to attend.

Small farmers and ranchers, student farmer/ranchers, farmer/rancher employees and farmer market managers are eligible to apply for scholarships to attend the conference.

This year’s California Small Farm Conference will be held at the Doubletree Hotel in Rohnert Park, California, on March 9-11, 2014.

It’s a tremendous opportunity to network with other farmers, visit innovative farms and markets in the Sonoma/Marin region, and learn valuable lessons about on-farm practices, marketing opportunities and other ways to boost your operation.

Scholarships are awarded based on a number of criteria including farm and household income. Scholarship awards include registration to the three-day conference, all workshops and networking sessions, conference meals, and a Sunday Field Course at a discounted rate of $25. Lodging and travel costs are offered depending upon the distance traveled to Rohnert Park, California.

Download the online application at http://www.californiafarmconference.com/index.php/attend/scholarship ; call 1-888-712-4188 to request an application by mail or fax; or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to request an application.

All applications must be received by Dec. 6. Applications received after close of business Dec. 6 through Dec. 31 shall be placed on a waiting list.