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SUMMARY:Great Plains Growers Conference - St. Joseph\, MO - January 2027
DESCRIPTION:To Register: https://bit.ly/46Hayfi \nWelcome to the 2027 Great Plains Growers Conference! \nWe are excited to invite you to join us from January 7-9 for an enriching experience at the premier event for vegetable\, fruit\, cut flower\, and specialty crop growers from across Iowa\, Kansas\, Missouri\, South Dakota\, and Nebraska. Each year\, this 3-day conference draws 350-400 dedicated growers\, ranging from full-time farm market vendors to part-time diversified horticulture producers\, for a deep dive into the latest industry trends and practices. \nGet the Early Bird Discount of $10 on tickets purchased prior to January 1st\, 2027!! \nKick off the conference on Thursday\, January 7th\, with our full-day\, topic-specific workshops\, which are available for a separate admission fee. \nThese focused WORKSHOPS offer an opportunity to delve into specialized areas:0 \n\nGrant Application Writing\nProduce Safety Alliance FSMA Training\nBeekeeping\n\nThe main conference takes place on Friday\, January 8th\, and Saturday\, January 9th\, featuring a diverse range of educational tracks. Throughout these two days\, you can attend concurrent sessions covering vital topics and move freely between tracks and sessions. \nFor additional information: The Great Plains Growers Conference 2027
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/great-plains-growers-conference-st-joseph-mo-january-2027/
LOCATION:Missouri Western University\, Fulkerson Conference Center 4525 Downs Drive\, St. Joseph\, MO\, 64507\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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SUMMARY:Producer Safety Alliance (PSA) Grower Training Workshop at the Great Plains Growers Conference
DESCRIPTION:Conducted by Dr. Touria Eaton and Bleu Moore of Lincoln University of Missouri:\nWhen: THURSDAY\, JANUARY 7TH\, 2027\n8:00 AM – 5:00 PM \nWhere: GREAT PLAINS GROWERS CONFERENCE\nMISSOURI WESTERN UNIVERSITY\nST. JOSEPH\, MO 64506 \nTime: 8am to 5pm \n\nLearn FSMA Produce Safety Rule\nrequirements\nOfficial Produce Safety Alliance\ncurriculum\n Led by certified produce safety trainers\nIdentify and understand on-farm food\nsafety risks\nPSA Grower Training Manual included\nFull attendance required to receive the\nPSA/AFDO Certificate of Course\nCompletion\n\nTo Register: https://bit.ly/46Hayfi \nWelcome to the 2027 Great Plains Growers Conference! \nWe are excited to invite you to join us from January 7-9 for an enriching experience at the premier event for vegetable\, fruit\, cut flower\, and specialty crop growers from across Iowa\, Kansas\, Missouri\, South Dakota\, and Nebraska. Each year\, this 3-day conference draws 350-400 dedicated growers\, ranging from full-time farm market vendors to part-time diversified horticulture producers\, for a deep dive into the latest industry trends and practices. \nGet the Early Bird Discount of $10 on tickets purchased prior to January 1st\, 2027!! \nKick off the conference on Thursday\, January 7th\, with our full-day\, topic-specific workshops\, which are available for a separate admission fee. \nThese focused WORKSHOPS offer an opportunity to delve into specialized areas: \n\nGrant Application Writing\nProduce Safety Alliance FSMA Training\nBeekeeping\n\nThe main conference takes place on Friday\, January 8th\, and Saturday\, January 9th\, featuring a diverse range of educational tracks. Throughout these two days\, you can attend concurrent sessions covering vital topics and move freely between tracks and sessions.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/producer-safety-alliance-psa-grower-training-workshop-at-the-great-plains-growers-conference/
LOCATION:Missouri Western University\, Fulkerson Conference Center 4525 Downs Drive\, St. Joseph\, MO\, 64507\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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SUMMARY:Local Farm & Food Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join farm and food organizations and individuals from across the state in Jefferson City to advocate for policies that support strong family farms and access\nto local foods. \nWHEN: February 17th\, 2027\nTIME: 9am-4pm\nWHERE: Capital Building\, Jefferson City \, MO\nWHO: Open to anyone wanting to advocate for a better Missouri \nFlyer and registration will be added here upon finalization on November 18th. Stay tuned! \nNeed more info now? Try contacting Kallie Turner: kturner@wcmcaa.org \nYou may also reach out to: New Growth (Food Systems) Katie Nixon: knixon@wcmcaa.org \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/local-farm-food-advocacy-day/
LOCATION:Missouri State Capitol Building\, 201 W Capitol Ave\, Jefferson City\, MO\, 65101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="New Growth Food Systems":MAILTO:knixon@wcmcaa.org
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SUMMARY:Farm to Fork 2027 - 9th Annual Summit & Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Farm to Fork!\n\n\n2027 • Friday\, March 5 • 9AM – 4PM\nNevada Community Center\, 200 N Ash St\, Nevada\, MO 64772 \n\nPlanning is underway for the 2027 Farm to Fork Summit & Expo. We’re currently seeking sponsors and speakers who share a passion for local food\, agriculture\, and rural communities. This year will feature connecting locally grown food with schools and other food service buyers. To learn more\, contact info@newgrowthmo.org. Tickets available this fall. \nFor more info\, visit our website: Farm to Fork Summit & Expo
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/farm-to-fork-2027-9th-annual-summit-expo/
LOCATION:Nevada Community Center\, 200 N Ash Street\, Nevada\, MO\, 64772\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="New Growth Mo Community Development":MAILTO:bluff@wcmcaa.org
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