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Hosted by the Alabama Sustainable Agriculture Network (ASAN), the Regional Food & Farm Forums aim to open the floor for rich dialogue, knowledge-sharing, and relationship-building across ASAN's network.
WHO IS ASAN? The Alabama Sustainable Agriculture Network (ASAN) is a grassroots network of small and sustainably minded farmers, consumers, entrepreneurs, and advocates, working together to build a healthier, more resilient, and more democratic food system in Alabama. We tackle that in a wide variety of ways, including events like the Regional Forums; farm tours and workshops; consumer resources like local food guides; regular print and email newsletters that educate as well as amplify event announcements and success stories from throughout Alabama; and more. You can learn more at: http://asanonline.org and on Facebook. Please join ASAN today! See more below.
WHERE IS IT? The Forum will be hosted at the Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermans Market, 20733 Miflin Rd, Foley, AL 36535.
All Forum programming will take place outside, and while we plan to have some heaters and hot drinks, please dress for the weather.
EVENT AGENDA: (subject to change) 1:30-2:00 Registration 2:00-2:30 Tour of market 2:30-3:00 Welcome, housekeeping, logistics 3:00-3:45 Roundtable discussion (session #1) 3:55-4:40 Roundtable discussion (session #2) 4:40-5:00 Break for hot drinks, visioning boards 5:00-5:30 Lightning presentations (1-2 mins each) 5:40-6:25 Roundtable discussion (session #3)
6:30-7:30 Dinner 7:20-7:30 Wrap-up and evaluations
WHAT WILL I LEARN? Roundtable discussion topics include: * Starting and Sustaining a Successful Community Garden * Hydroponics and Aquaponics * Hosting Interns and other Worker-Visitors on your Farm * Seed Saving * Small Livestock Production (rabbits, sheep, goats) * Protecting Our Water to Protect Our Food * Working with Restaurants and Caterers
Topics are subject to change. You can suggest additional topics for roundtable discussions, so if you're passionate or curious about a topic you don't see here, bring it with you!
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? Member registration price is just $5 and nonmember price is $20. Cost of registration includes dinner. There are scholarships available, so if cost is a concern, please contact alice@asanonline.org / 256-743-0742. No one will be turned away because of inability to pay.
MEMBERSHIP: Whether you're a farmer looking for a community of peers, or a supporter looking to do more to spur the improvement of Alabama's food system, please join ASAN today! Basic Individual/Supporter level membership and Forum registration combined are just $30! You can join at www.asanonline.org, or in person at the Forum.
DISCOUNT CODES: Event sponsors, students, and ASAN members need to use a coupon code to access/apply registration discounts. Contact alice@asanonline.org to get the coupon code.
SPONSORS: This event wouldn't be possible without the generous support of our sponsors -- please show them some love! * First South Farm Credit (http://www.firstsouthfarmcredit.com/) * AARP Alabama (http://states.aarp.org/category/alabama/) * Alabama Gulf Seafood (http://eatalabamaseafood.com/) * Hale-Griggs Agency Nationwide Insurance (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hale-Griggs-Agency-Nationwide-Insurance/327100686771) * Bay Area Food Bank (http://www.bayareafoodbank.org/) * Wind Creek Hospitality (http://www.windcreekhospitality.com/)
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LocationCoastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermans Market
20733 Miflin Rd
Foley, AL 36535
United States
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Kid Friendly: Yes! |
Dog Friendly: No |
Non-Smoking: Yes! |
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Attendees
Laurie G.
End of the Road Farm
Summerdale, AL United States
Dec 03, 2014 7:31 AM |
Jeff G.
End of the Road Farm
Summerdale, AL United States
Dec 03, 2014 7:31 AM |
Porsche B.
Enroll Alabama
Mobile, AL United States
Dec 02, 2014 5:11 AM |
Nathaniel B.
D & N Enterprises
Mobile, AL United States
Dec 02, 2014 5:11 AM |
Valerie L.
Alabama Coastal Foundation
Mobile, AL United States
Dec 01, 2014 11:26 AM |
Meghan T.
Central Presbyterian Church Community Garden
Mobile, AL United States
Dec 01, 2014 10:43 AM |
Camille R.
Bay Area Food Bank
United States
Dec 01, 2014 9:20 AM |
Vanessa C.
Bay Area Food Bank
United States
Dec 01, 2014 9:20 AM |
Paula A.
CUP
United States
Nov 26, 2014 9:30 AM |
Barbara W.
CUP
United States
Nov 26, 2014 9:30 AM |
John M.
DOE RUN FARMS
PETERSBURG, TN United States
Nov 25, 2014 10:34 AM |
Judy M.
DOE RUN FARMS
PETERSBURG, TN United States
Nov 25, 2014 10:34 AM |
Jeremy P.
Auburn University
Loxley, AL United States
Nov 19, 2014 3:31 PM |
Robyn H.
Arise Citizens' Policy Project
Montgomery, AL United States
Nov 12, 2014 3:39 PM |
Brent H.
The Farm at Windy Hill
Mentone, AL United States
Nov 09, 2014 2:18 PM |
Megan H.
The Farm at Windy Hill
Mentone, AL United States
Nov 09, 2014 2:18 PM |
Mike H.
Local Food Production Iniative
Elberta, AL United States
Nov 06, 2014 11:19 AM |
Marilyn M.
Local Food Production Iniative
Elberta, AL United States
Nov 06, 2014 11:19 AM |
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