Veterans IN Farming upcoming events

Porter Farm BCS Tractor Demonstration with SWCD (16 Apr 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join the Hendricks County Soil and Water Conservation District at Porter Farm on April 16th for a demonstration by Urban Soil Conservationist Jesse Mears on how to use a BCS tractor for small farms!

Developed in Italy in the 1940s, the BCS two-wheeled tractor allows for greater maneuverability, access to tight spaces, and a lighter impact on the soil. Perfect for operating inside a high tunnel! Come learn what it’s all about on April 16th, start time 1800.

IMPORTANT: please RSVP to the Hendricks County Soil and Water Conservation District by emailing hcswconservation@gmail.com or by calling (317) 745-2555.

Have questions about qualifying for your own high tunnel through the NRCS EQUIP program? Contact Vets in Farming and let's talk about it!

Raised Beds and Small Farm Practices with SWCD (2 May 2026)

Sat, 02 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Join the Hendricks County Soil and Water Conservation District at Porter Farm on May 2nd to learn all about raised beds and small farm practices such as no-till, cover crops, mulching, compost, and more!

IMPORTANT: please RSVP to the Hendricks County Soil and Water Conservation District by emailing hcswconservation@gmail.com or by calling (317) 745-2555. Thank you!

Rain Barrel Workshop with SWCD (2 Jun 2026)

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join the Hendricks County Soil and Water Conservation District at Porter Farm on June 2nd for an interactive class on rain barrels - a valuable water usage technique for small-scale farms and gardens. Build your own rain barrel to take home!

The cost to attend is $15 to cover supplies.

For more information and to RSVP, please contact the Hendricks County Soil and Water Conservation District by emailing hcswconservation@gmail.com or by calling (317) 745-2555. Thank you!

Indiana Native Plant ID Class with SWCD (16 Jul 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Join Veterans IN Farming and the Hendricks County Soil and Water Conservation District at Porter farm on July 16th to discuss characteristics of native plant families and how to identify them!

For more information and to RSVP, please contact the Hendricks County Soil and Water Conservation District by emailing hcswconservation@gmail.com or by calling (317) 745-2555. Thank you!