Presented by North Carolina Ginseng Association on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 from 6–7:30 p.m.
This spring, Robert Eidus of Eagle Feather Farm is hosting a two-part series on the ins and outs of becoming a ginseng dealer. The first workshop, Intro to Becoming a Ginseng Dealer, is a prerequisite for Foundation of Becoming a Ginseng Dealer.
This virtual class will be led by Robert Eidus.
Course Outline:
- History of American Ginseng
- Harvesting, washing & drying techniques
- Differences in agricultural production methods
- Current marketing trends
- Laws & regulations to selling
- Financial startup needs
About Robert Eidus
Robert is an avid American ginseng grower and educator who owns and operates Eagle Feather Organic Farm. To cultivate the next generation of responsible forest farmers, he also hosts classes, workshops, been on radio shows, and is the founder and president of the North Carolina Ginseng Association. He specializes in “wild simulation ” cultivation-growing plants organically in their natural forest habitat and enjoys sharing that knowledge with others.
Register for the workshop at www.eventbrite.com/e/intro-to-becoming-a-ginseng-dealer-tickets-1978613842265.
Tickets are $25.31.
