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Farm to Table Conference for Mid-South Producers
On Monday, February 7, 2011, the Urban Farm is hosting the Farm to Table Conference for Mid-South Producers at 2505 Poplar Ave in Memphis. The conference will feature sessions on marketing to diverse outlets, technology and social media, production practices, and health department rules and regulations. While we are inviting experts on a variety of topics, we recognize that one of the most valuable resources we have is the collective knowledge of other farmers and producers. Therefore, while some sessions will be set in advance, other topics will be chosen that day based on YOUR interests using a conference format called "Open Space Technology." This way, we will ensure that topics presented are most important to you. Likewise, you may be called upon to share your expertise in a particular area with other producers and local food stakeholders.
The cost to attend the conference is $20 if you register in advance and $25 at the door. There are a limited number of scholarships available. Contact Mary Elizabeth Phillips if you would like more information.
Tentative Schedule
9:00-9:15 Coffee, Meet-and-Greet
9:15-10:00 Opening Welcome and "Build-the-Wall," a collaborative effort in which conference goers decide upon the discussion sessions, tailoring the conference to their own needs.
10:00-11:00 Session One
Workshop A: Using Technology to Market Products
Kimberlie from West Wind Farms
Workshop B: To be determined
Workshop C: To be determined
11:15-12:15 Session Two
Workshop A: Wholesale Marketing Panel Discussion
Workshop B: Scales, samples, and shelled peas: What are the regulations at farmers markets? Otho Sawyer, Shelby County Health Department
Workshop C: To be determined
12:30-1:00 Catered Lunch
1:15-2:15: Session Three
Workshop A: Farmers, find your farmers market!
Representatives from area farmers' markets including Urban Farms, South Memphis, Memphis Farmers Market, Botanic Garden, Cooper-Young and more will be there to help you find your perfect market fit.
Workshop B: To be determined
Workshop C: To be determined
2:30-3:30 Farmers' Markets Vendor Meetings and Networking Session
3:30-4:00 Wrap-Up
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LocationService Over Self
2505 Poplar Ave
Memphis, TN 38112
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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