Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference

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Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference July 31 & August 1, 2010 Osceola Heritage Park, Kissimmee, Florida http://smallfarms.ifas.ufl.edu Announcing Agenda Session Details and Keynote Speaker Will Allen, Growing Power, Inc.     The Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference is hosted by  University of Florida/IFAS and Florida A& M University, CESTA Reserve Booth Space Now Space is going quickly! Don't miss the chance to expand your customer base and showcase new products to existing clientele. This conference is the ideal venue to introduce your products to the Florida farm community. If you are interested in exhibiting, we urge you to reserve space now. Click here for more information on exhibiting     Registration is Open Receive the early bird special of $110 when you register before July 12. CLICK HERE to learn more about participating Please note registration increases to $160 after July 12 and is subject to availability.     Registration Scholarships for Florida Small Farmers If you are a Florida small farmer and will need financial assistance to attend the conference, you have an opportunity to apply for a full or partial registration scholarship, up to a $110 value. Click Here to Apply Applications must be completed and sent by June 15 for consideration.     Lodging A variety of lodging facilities are offering reduced rates to small farm conference attendees. These accommodations will likely fill before the discounted rates expire, so make your reservation early. Click here to read more about lodging locations, amenities, and to make a reservation at reduced rates.       Questions Educational Program Danielle Treadwell Educational Program Chair TEL: 352-392-1928 EMAIL: ddtreadw@ufl.edu Exhibitor Information Susan Kelly Exhibitor Chair TEL: 352-793-2728 Email: sakelly@ufl.edu General Information Mandy Stage Conference Coordinator TEL: 352-392-5930 Email: mstage@ufl.edu     Join Our Announcement List After entering your email address, select the "Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises" from the publicity list.     Quick Links Agenda-at-a-Glance Sponsors/Partnerships Become a Sponsor Become an Exhibitor Registration Information Meeting Site & Directions Hotels & Camping Greetings! We are delighted to announce the educational session details for the 2010 Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference! The conference will feature presentations, workshops, demonstrations, and discussions on a wide range of topics covering  Alternative Enterprises, Alternative Energy, Business and Marketing, Horticulture, Livestock, Organic and Sustainable Farming, and Policy and Regulations. Click here to view the agenda with the session details. When viewing, move your mouse over the session titles for a full description on each one.  Also featured will be Florida foods, live animal exhibits, educational posters and a large exhibition with organizations and companies showcasing new products and technologies. Read more about conference activities by clicking on "Florida SF/AE Conference" located on the Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises website. http://smallfarms.ifas.ufl.edu     Will Allen to give the Keynote Address Recently named to Time's 100: World's Most Influential People list, Will Allen is a John D. and Catherine T. McArthur Foundation Fellow (2008) and winner of a prestigious McArthur "genius grant". The organization has one simple goal: "to grow food, to grow minds, and to grow community". More...   Who Should Attend * Small to Mid-sized   Family Farmers * Institutional Food   Service Providers * Beginning Farmers * Allied-industry Reps * Educators * Researchers * Policy-makers * Agricultural Associations * Foundations * City/Regional Planners * Anyone Interested in Strengthening Florida's Food System     Why You Should Attend Discover the latest information, products and technologies to: · Increase your productivity · Diversify your operations · Increase your profitability   Listen to cutting-edge presentations that address: · Emerging state/federal programs · New production and marketing strategies · Future industry trends   Take advantage of the many networking opportunities throughout the conference to: · Feel empowered! Find solutions that fit your needs · Feel inspired! Meet new colleagues with similar interests · Feel energized! Share your expertise and strengthen   Florida's food system.     Sponsors It is with great pleasure we recognize the following organizations for their commitment and support of the 2010 conference.  Sustaining Partner The University of Florida/IFAS Platinum Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Gold Florida A&M University/CESTA Silver Aramark Verti-Gro Destiny Organics USDA Farm Service Agency Florida Farm Bureau Federation & Florida Farm Bureau Insurance Global Organics Specialty Source, Inc. Farm Credit of Florida   Bronze Hani's Mediterranean Organics Florida Association of Community Farmers Markets   If you are interested in sponsoring, please contact Bob Hochmuth, chair of the fund raising committee.     Sponsorship Opportunities Aligning your organization with the 2010 conference provides you with the opportunity to strengthen relationships with producers, marketers, researchers, educators, small farms associations, policy makers, and allied industry representatives, and reinforce your continued commitment to Florida's farmers. Boost your organization's presence and become a Sponsor today! Learn more about sponsorship benefits     On Facebook? Check out the Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference Fan page. Fan Page     Help Spread the Word This conference will be a wonderful opportunity for anyone who is interested in any aspect of farming in Florida. We would appreciate it if you could forward this announcement to any of your friends and colleagues who may be interested in attending.