Wednesday, June 9, 2010

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

 

 

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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

 

 

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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.

 

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