Farm in the Dell
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Start Another Farm
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  [time line]
  [planting time]
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Volunteer of Contribute
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Local core group

• Recruit a project leader.

Project leader and Local core group

• Identify skills needed by your leadership group project leader and local core group.
• Form a board of directors/ leadership group of members who bring needed skills.

Board of Directors

• Publicize your leadership group and your intent.
• Identify project progress benchmarks.
• Research what’s wanted and needed in your community.
• Find out what service options are available now in your community.
• Visit Helena’s Farm in the Dell and worksite.
• Visit local group homes.
• Visit local sheltered workshops and other types of services for people with developmental disabilities.
• Develop and agree on a clear vision of who you’re trying to serve, what you want to accomplish, and what opportunities a Farm in the Dell will offer to your community.
• Visit your County Extension Agent to discuss suitable crops, product or service gaps you might fill, and agricultural activities consistent with client skill levels.
• Review your state laws and local regulations regarding operations of residences and worksites or people with developmental disabilities.
• Identify the regulatory “hoops” you’ll need to jump through.
• Begin contacting and screening potential operators.
• Contact parent groups.