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Early Registration Ends this Sunday!   Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference  Informing and Inspiring Agricultural Innovators   August 2-4, 2013 * Kissimmee, FL www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/smallfarms       Annie Novak, founder and director of Growing Chefs, to give keynote address. Read more   Early Registration Ends Sunday, July 14 Register now to participate in Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference. Rates increase after July 14th.  Many sessions have limited capacity and early registration is advisable. Can't attend the entire conference? Take advantage of the one or two day options available.      SEE REGISTRATION DETAILS    Program This year's conference will feature: · Keynote Speaker, Annie Novak  · Innovative Farmer Awards   · Cordon D'Or Florida Culinary Academy Awards · Tours,  Educational Sessions and Workshops · Trade Show with Suppliers and Resources · Educational Posters  · Live Animal Exhibits  · Saturday Networking Social with Chefs & Entertainment See Agenda-at-a-Glance    Sessions, Speakers and Agenda Business, Greenhouse and Hydroponics, Food Safety, Livestock Systems, Pest Management, Organic and Sustainable Farming, Specialty Crops, Marketing, Technology and a whole lot MORE. Descriptions and speakers for each education session are provided to help you find the best sessions for you.  See Details      Conference Sponsors It is our privilege to recognize the following organizations and companies for their contributions. Their support helps provide the quality, cutting-edge education offered at the conference Sustaining Partners     Platinum Sponsor      Gold Sponsors   Silver Sponsors                            Bronze Sponsors                                                                                         General Sponsors                Interested in sponsoring? Please visit our Sponsorship Opportunities webpage or contact Bob Hochmuth chair of the fund raising committee. For More Information About the Florida small farms conference, visit the conference website: www.conference.ifas.ufl.edu/smallfarms    About small farms in Florida, visit the small farms website: http://smallfarms.ifas.ufl.edu/ Mandy Stage, Conference Coordinator Tel: 352-392-5930; Email: mstage@ufl.edu   Check the box "Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises"     Outstanding Contributors to the FL Small Farmer Reg. Scholarship   Thank you for providing funds so Florida Small Farmers may participate in this premier educational and networking conference.   Global Organic Specialty Source, Inc. Swank Specialty Produce   Accommodations  The Holiday Inn Express & Suites has extended it's guest room rate of $85 per night (plus tax), until July 19. See more information.   More Quick Links Agenda Sponsors Session Details Exhibitors Innovative Farmer Awardees Food & Beverage Contributors Registration Information Holiday Inn Express & Suites Conference Location   Who will be There  · Beginning Farmers · Small Farms  · Transitional Farmers  · Family Farms  · Mid-sized Farms   · Allied-industry     Representatives · Educators · Researchers · Agricultural Associations · Policy-makers · Foundations · Individuals interested in being a part of, and strengthening the small farms and alternative enterprises community in Florida   Contribute to the Florida Small Farmer   Scholarship Fund Donations are requested and used to support Florida small farmers who need financial help to participate in this educational event. Learn how you can help.   About the Conference  Celebrating its fifth year, the Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference is a proven venue in providing farmers with up-to-date, research-based, in-depth educational information. It facilitates networking and an open dialog among members of Florida's small farms community.  It is also an excellent vehicle for increasing awareness of Florida's small farms industry to decision makers and supporting institutions, and partners from the public sector. Hosted by

 

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