The course has two components. You may register for just the virtual session or both: the virtual session and in-person workshop. 
 

Part 1: Virtual Webinar Balance Sheets
Wednesday December 11, 2024, from 6:30 to 8 pm. Learn how Balance Sheets can benefit your farm business planning and how they can be used for forecasting and decision making. 
 

Part 2: In-Person Work Session: Friday December 13, 2024,  from 9 am to 3 pm at 8753 S. Greenwood Chicago, IL 60619. Bring your laptop and farm data for this day-long work session. The Cook County Local Food Systems and Small Farm team will be on hand for one-on-one coaching.  Lunch will be provided for the in person session, and everyone who attends will receive a copy of Fearless Farm Finances. You MUST have attended the virtual session in order to attend the in person session. 
 

Cost: The Virtual session is at no cost.  
The in person session requires a $10 refundable deposit to ensure attendance. 
 

Instructor(s): Kathryn Pereira, Extension Educators, Local Food Systems and Small Farms. In person session also guided by Sarah Hoerner of Compeer Financial.