November 4th: Contact Hours: 4 hours CE (TBD - application currently into the state)
11:00am at Bowerman’s Blueberry Farm Market with a lunch provided - will include a tour of blueberry production, farm market, storage and some processing equipment from the farmer with the ability to ask questions about Blueberry Production
Farm Market / U-pick Blueberries:
15793 James St.
Holland, MI 49424
At the completion of Bowerman’s we will head to Robinette’s Appl Haus & Winery with a tour of Robinette’s variety of fruit production, including apricots, cherries, peaches, nectarines, pears, and 35 varieties of apples. The tour will also include fruit processing facilities, and agritourism facilities.
3142 4 Mile Rd NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
November 5th: Contact Hours: 8 hours CE
Principles of Permanent Planting Valuation class held at to Robinette’s Appl Haus & Winery – Lunch to be provided
Beginning with an introduction to the basic concepts and types of permanent plantings, the course covers a wide array of topics including trellis systems, plant density, row orientation, and the impact of elevation and topography on planting feasibility. Additionally, the course explores environmental protection measures, lifecycle stages, and the influence of location, soil, climate, and irrigation on plantings. The seminar also addresses yields, commodity prices, management practices, data sources, the principles of highest and best use, non-real property considerations, and valuation approaches including cost, income, and sales comparison. Through this course, students will gain insights into market perceptions, management practices, and valuation techniques, preparing them for practical application in the field of permanent planting valuation.
In This Class, You’ll Learn:
- Best practices for valuing permanent plantings
- Economic lifespan, yield analysis & depreciation techniques
- Market trends and income approach strategies
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- Real-world case studies tailored to ag properties
Whether you're new to permanent plantings or refining your specialty, this course delivers practical tools and insights to elevate your appraisals.
CE credit available
Limited seats – register early!
Grow your knowledge. Strengthen your reports. Support the industry. Appraising apple orchards, grape vineyards, or blueberry farms? These high-value permanent plantings demand more than general ag appraisal knowledge — they require deep understanding of crop-specific lifecycles, market dynamics, and valuation methods.
This specialized training is built for appraisers who want to strengthen their skills in valuing permanent plantings with a focus on apples, grapes, and blueberries — three of the most appraisal-complex crops in the industry.
Hotel Options:
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI 3251 Deposit Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 | 4 Miles from Robinette’s Appl Haus & Winery)
Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Northeast 3082 Peregrine Dr, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 | 2.5 Miles from Robinette’s Appl Haus & Winery)