I would like to find a 2-3 people who would be willing to help me with locating educational opportunities in our region. Maybe online classes, in-person clinics, books, videos, homestead fairs etc, that can be advertised to our region. This group would also help me organize a “start here” booklet/pamphlet (or videos) to help all new buyers coming into our association. The things you wish you knew when you started, so that we can give new buyers the best chance of success in raising a Dexter herd.
Someone told me once that the average time of ownership of Dexters is 5 years. I think that is due to several reasons, but I can't help in wondering if that is because they needed more guidance in the beginning. Maybe this committee can help make that transition to farming an easier process.
