We all have room to learn and grow, and it’s part of GreenStone’s mission to provide opportunities for both new and experienced customers to do just that.
Whether you’re getting ready to build your dream home, are working long hours on the logger, or are helping feed the globe through your crops, we know it can be difficult to keep up with industry changes, regulations, and new methods to increase efficiency. That’s why we are proud to provide opportunities throughout the year to help you network, learn new tricks of the trade, and become an expert in your field.
Let us do the research for you, and throughout our forums and conference, we will share important information that can help you become the best at your field you can be.
It's Time to Connect
Each year, hundreds of growers from across the great lakes gather in Mount Pleasant, Michigan for the Great Lakes Crop Summit. The two-day event provides attendees the opportunity to learn more about the market, find out new techniques to take home to their farm and meet other growers across the area. If you are among this crowd, join GreenStone for a meal and drinks at our Connect Reception at the conference on January 25. It’s our thank you for being part of the GreenStone family.
If you’re a dairy farmer, we hope to see you at the Great Lakes Dairy Conference from February 2nd-3rd in Mount Pleasant. The conference includes sessions on employee management, calf care, manure management, and the state of the industry. GreenStone will also offer a Connect Reception during the conference for our members to network. Come enjoy food and drinks with us!
Focused Forum Fun
Knowing the state of your industry is important, and GreenStone offers plenty of opportunities to learn through our annual forums. We bring together a team of experts from each field to make sure you’re in-the-know about regulation changes, industry techniques and new inventions to make your job easier. Each set of educational opportunities are being held throughout Michigan and northeast Wisconsin to meet you where you are.
Producer Forums: Farmers need every tactic to protect your crops and most effectively run your farm. You’re invited to join us for Producer Forums this January and February. Members will learn more about farm financing, insurance options, tax and accounting advice, and the best methods for bookkeeping. You won’t have to drive far! Five forums will be held in Michigan’s Lenawee, Sanilac, Ionia, and Isabella counties, along with Outagamie County in Wisconsin. Check out our calendar of events on page 15 for full dates and locations!
Construction Seminars: GreenStone wants to help make your dream home in rural America a reality. That’s why, each year, we host a number of Construction Seminars in February and early March to share valuable information on construction financing. Our local teams provide expert insight on financing options and the construction draw process for your next big project, and provide advice on finding the best builder for your needs and tips for the entire project start to finish. In person and virtual sessions will be available to fit your individual schedule. Find all the details and register online at greenstonefcs.com.
Timber Forums: For our members who have sawdust in their blood, we are glad to provide these opportunities to learn more about financing, bookkeeping, legislative updates and the state of the timber industry at GreenStone’s Timber Forums in March. Check our calendar of events on page 15 for this year’s dates and locations.
DRP Forums: Another way GreenStone is helping the dairy industry is through our Dairy Revenue Protection Forums also being held in March. We understand that the industry changes from year to year, and we are happy to provide this opportunity for members while also providing advice on bookkeeping and dairy financing. Watch for invitations and find out more on our website, greenstonefcs.com.
Fueling the Future with Knowledge
We know the only way to keep food on the table across the globe is to invest in young, beginning, and small farmers. GreenStone’s CultivateGrowth program exists for that exact reason.
Young, beginning, and small farmers will join us in March for our first ever CultivateGrowth Conference. Members will learn valuable information to expand their business knowledge, manage balance sheets, create business plans, tackling the financial side of things and learning the best bookkeeping tricks. Most importantly – this is an opportunity to network and learn from other farmers who face similar challenges and experiences across Michigan and Wisconsin.
We are here to help your farm and passion grow, and we are happy to provide this important resource.
We’re Here For You
Your success is our success, and we are proud to provide a number of opportunities each year to help take your business, farm, and home to the next level.
If you are interested in joining us for a conference, forum or event, reach out to your local branch for details.
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