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SUMMARY:Strategies for Developing Produce Safety Trainings for Diverse Language Speakers
DESCRIPTION:For farm and business coaches: \nJoin us for a free webinar on Monday\, August 12\, from 2:00 – 3:00pm where we will feature University of Missouri faculty Pei Lui and Patrick Byers. \nThe goal is to share some of the best practices they’ve used\, and challenges they’ve faced\, while hosting produce food safety programs for Hmong farmers in southwest Missouri. We think the information will be applicable to those working with farmers who speak different languages. \nPlease register HERE. Feel free to share with others in your networks. \n  \nFor additional information\, please contact: \nBill McKelvey \nSenior Project Coordinator \nUniversity of Missouri Extension \n573-882-4973 | foodsecurity.missouri.edu \nMissouri Food Systems Network \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/strategies-for-developing-produce-safety-trainings-for-diverse-language-speakers-i-e-farmers-whose-primary-language-is-other-than-english/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T200000
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SUMMARY:Farmers & Flyers: A Marketing Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE online marketing webinar series designed specifically for farmers\, ranchers\, and growers! Hosted by the Midwest Growers Collaborative and with presenters from Be More Business and The Toolbox KC\, “Farmers & Flyers” provides the knowledge you need to establish your brand\, promote your products and events\, and connect with your customers. \nWebinar Topics (Learn More Here!):\nJuly 11: Canva Features\, Account Set-Up\, Costs\, Trademark\, Copyright\, etc. \nAugust 8: Basics – Logo\, Business Card\, Banner \nSeptember 12: Marketing & Promotions – Social Media\, Events\, Flyers \nOctober 10: Website & Google MyBusiness – Google MyBusiness\, Website Options \nTemas del seminario web (Más Información Aquí):\n23 de Julio: Características de Canva\, configuración de cuenta\, costo\, marca registrada\, derechos de autor\, etc.\n20 de Agosto: Conceptos básicos: logotipo\, tarjeta de presentación\, pancarta\n24 de Septiembre: Marketing y promociones: redes sociales\, eventos\, folletos\n22 de Octubre: Sitio web y Google MyBusiness – Google MyBusiness\, Opciones del sitio web \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to grow your marketing skills and your farm! Register now\, and let’s cultivate success together!\nYou can register for one session or the whole series and take your marketing efforts to the next level. We will email instructions to join the webinar(s) after you register. \nFor more information and to register\, visit one of our websites or contact us at ashley@kcfarmschool.org. Become a KC F.A.R.M.E.R.S. Coalition member at www.kcfarmschool.org/kc-farmers-coalition for FREE updates\, more training events\, and additional resources. \nRegister Now! \n¡Inscríbase ahora!
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/farmers-flyers-a-marketing-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240808T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
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SUMMARY:Creating and Uploading Effective Job Descriptions to LinkedIn\, Indeed\, and Handshake
DESCRIPTION:This workshop tackles crafting clear job descriptions that attract top talent. Learn how to highlight your company culture and skills needed\, then we’ll discuss best practices for uploading your postings to LinkedIn\, Indeed\, and Handshake for maximum reach. \nDate: Thursday\, August 8 Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm \nCost: None Location: Online. \nYou will receive information about how to connect. *Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Wednesday\, August 7\, 2024 \nVisit: https://secure.touchnet.com/C21797_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5289&SINGLESTORE=true \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/creating-and-uploading-effective-job-descriptions-to-linkedin-indeed-and-handshake/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240807T180000
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SUMMARY:Marketing Your Farm with Gooseberry Bridge Farm
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, August 7 from 6-8 PM \n177 Elm Grove Rd\, Rogersville\, MO 65742 \nMarketing your farm and farm products takes time and effort outside of normal production duties. This farm’s strong online presence boasts over 175K followers across social media platforms. They also offer educational classes and a plant start CSA\, all while homeschooling six children! This workshop will discuss Gooseberry Bridge Farm’s approach to creating online content and communicating with customers via social media and their website. \nNo registration is necessary for this in person event\, however selecting ‘Going’ on the Facebook event is helpful for planning purposes. https://www.facebook.com/share/SUvoGEYTxkeLoUdE/ \nPlease be sure to bring a water bottle\, comfortable walking shoes\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent if you desire. \nFunding for Farmer Trainings to Support Specialty Crop Production in the Ozarks was made possible by a grant/cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/marketing-your-farm-with-gooseberry-bridge-farm/
LOCATION:Gooseberry Bridge Farm\, 177 Elm Grove Rd\, Rogersville\, MO\, 65742\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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UID:5630-1723032000-1723035600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Pinterest - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:During this training\, you’ll gain insights on the latest platform updates\, discover how Pinterest can boost your brand\, and learn to craft targeted pins that drive traffic to your website. We’ll cover high-quality visuals\, ideal aspect ratios\, and compelling Calls to Action (CTAs)\, along with creating pin variety and leveraging group boards for maximum reach. \nDate: Wednesday\, August 7 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 pm \nCost: $10 \nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. *Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Tuesday\, August 6\, 2024 \nVisit: https://secure.touchnet.com/C21797_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5288&SINGLESTORE=true \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/the-power-of-pinterest-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240806T130000
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SUMMARY:Grocery State Sales Tax Legislation - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Effective on January 1\, 2024\, Kansas sales tax laws changed for food and food ingredients\, creating a reduction to the state sales tax. \nJoin us for a basic overview of the new law and the requirements for collecting at the reduced rate. We will discuss what the law does and understand the difference between food\, food ingredients and prepared foods. The goal of this webinar is to help those attendees to have the tools in place to help them to identify foods that quality for the state sales tax reduction. Be prepared to ask questions and take notes. \nDate: Tuesday\, August 6 Time: 1:00 – 3:00 pm \nCost: None \nLocation: Online. You will receive information about how to connect. *Registration closes at 12:00 pm on Monday\, August 5\, 2024 \nhttps://secure.touchnet.com/C21797_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=5287&SINGLESTORE=true \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/grocery-state-sales-tax-legislation-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas SBDC at WSU":MAILTO:ksbdc@wichita.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
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SUMMARY:MarketReady Advanced Topic Webinar Series - Wholesale Marketing
DESCRIPTION:About: MarketReady educates producers interested in expanding their business and products into wholesale\, retail\, and restaurant markets. Join us for this series as we dive into insurance options for small-scale food and farming businesses\, best practices in wholesale marketing\, and how to properly package and label your products. \nThe July 18 webinar topic is Marketing Strategies for Wholesale Markets. It will include two guest speakers: Tannie Daniels from Daniels Produce in Nebraska and Michelle Dill from Farm Table Delivery in Western Iowa. \nWebinar series topics include: \n\nRisk management and insurance\nMarketing\nPackaging and labeling\n\nCost: Free \nWhere: Online \nWhen: Thursdays\, June 20\, July 18\, and August 15\, from 1 to 2 p.m. \nTo register\, click here. \nQuestions or assistance in registering: Contact Ben Jewell at bmcshane-jewell2@unl.edu. \nHosted by: Heartland Regional Food Business Center \nPartners for this event include the Center for Rural Affairs\, Nebraska Extension\, Comunidad Maya Pixan Ixim\, and No More Empty Pots \nAll events and activities are open to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities and/or persons with limited English proficiency (LEP) will be made if requested in advance. These sponsors are equal opportunity institutions. \n\nSeminarios Virtuales de Temas Avanzados de MarketReady- En línea\nSesión: MarketReady (MercadoListo) educa a los productores interesados ​​en expandir sus negocios y productos a los mercados mayorista\, minorista y de restaurantes. \nAcompáñenos en esta serie mientras profundizamos en las opciones de seguros para negocios agrícolas y alimenticios a pequeña escala. Las mejores prácticas en marketing mayorista\, cómo empaquetar y etiquetar adecuadamente sus productos. \nTemas de la serie incluyen: \n\nManejo de riesgos y seguros\nMarketing\nEmbalaje y etiquetado\n\nCosto: Gratis \nLugar: En línea \nCuando: jueves\, 20 de junio\, 18 de julio y 15 de agosto\, de 1 a 2 p.m. \nPara inscribirse\, haga clic aquí. \nPara preguntas o ayuda: Comuníquese con Ben Jewell a bmcshane-jewell2@unl.edu o Rulon Taylor a Rtaylor31@unl.edu. \nPatrocinado por: Heartland Regional Food Business Center \nSocios para este evento incluyen al Center for Rural Affairs\, Nebraska Extension\, Comunidad Maya Pixan Ixim y No More Empty Pots \nTodos los eventos y actividades están abiertos al público de forma no discriminatoria. Se harán arreglos razonables para personas con discapacidades y/o personas con dominio limitado del inglés (LEP) si se solicitan con anticipación. Estos patrocinadores son instituciones que ofrecen igualdad de oportunidades. \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/marketready-advanced-topic-webinar-series-online/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240717
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SUMMARY:2024 Agritourism Conference
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 14\n4 – 6 p.m. — Registration\n6 p.m. — Reception & Dinner \nMonday\, July 15\n7 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Bus Tour (Additional locations to be added): \n\nShow Me HH Farms\nPeno Creek Pumpkin Patch\nSweetwater Distillery\nThe Orchard\n\nTuesday\, July 16\n8 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Workshop Schedule TBA \nRegistration Fee: $150/person\, includes Sunday reception/dinner\, Monday bus tour\, lunch and dinner\, and Tuesday program sessions and lunch. Individuals may participate in only Monday’s bus tour ($80) or the Tuesday workshops ($70). Registration is available online through Wednesday\, July 10.\n\nHotel Details: Best Western On the River || 401 N 3rd St\, Hannibal\, MO 63401 || (573) 248-1150\n\nVendors: Limited vendor spaces are available at the host hotel during dinner on Sunday evening and throughout the workshop sessions on Tuesday afternoon. Contact Julie Waldrop (julie.waldrop@mofb.org // 573.893.1417) to reserve a space. \nContact Davin Althoff (davin.althoff@mofb.org // 573-893-1416) for additional details regarding the conference.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/2024-agritourism-conference-2/
LOCATION:Best Western on the River\, 401 N 3rd Street\, Hannibal\, MO\, 63401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240430T132029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T132029Z
UID:3343-1719219600-1719334800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:National Rural Grocery Summit - Montgomery\, Alabama
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Rural Grocery Initiative at Kansas State University\, in partnership with the Hunger Solutions Institute at Auburn University\, the National Rural Grocery Summit will be held June 24-25 in Montgomery\, Alabama. Please confirm dates and times with event organizers. \nOpening Keynote Speaker: John Ross\, President & CEO\, IGA Inc. \nJohn Ross is responsible for domestic and global operations for IGA\, the world’s largest independent supermarket network with nearly 6\,500 IGA supermarkets in more than 30 countries worldwide. At the summit\, John will discuss changes in the global and U.S. economies and suggestions for how retailers can modify their store offerings and marketing to keep pace with changing shopper demands. \nEarly Bird Registration Rates (through 4/30): \n\nRural Grocer Registration (up to 2 per store): FREE\nGeneral Registration: $275\n\nLate Registration Rates (starting 5/1): \n\nLate Grocer Registration: $175\n\nLate Registration: $325 \nOptional Tours \nTours will be offered on the afternoon of Day 2 (June 25) and will highlight local rural grocery stores and food access projects. See tour descriptions below. Space is limited\, registration is required. \n\nCost: $100 Registration fee each. Registration includes tour bus cost and visits to all facilities.\nDate: Tuesday\, June 25\, 2024\, 2:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.\n\n\n\nEast Alabama Tour\n\n\n\n\nWest Alabama Tour\n\n\nLodging and travel information is available at www.ruralgrocery.org/summit/location/ \nLimited travel scholarships are available. Find more information here.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/national-rural-grocery-summit-montgomery-alabama/
LOCATION:Renaissance Montgomery Hotel and Spa\, 210 Tallapoosa Street\, Montgomery\, Alabama\, 36104\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Grocery Initiative":MAILTO:faye@fci.coop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240620T165223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T165223Z
UID:4421-1718888400-1718892000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:MarketReady Advanced Topic Webinar Series - Online
DESCRIPTION:About: MarketReady educates producers interested in expanding their business and products into wholesale\, retail\, and restaurant markets. Join us for this series as we dive into insurance options for small-scale food and farming businesses\, best practices in wholesale marketing\, and how to properly package and label your products. \nWebinar topics include: \n\nRisk management and insurance\nMarketing\nPackaging and labeling\n\nCost: Free \nWhere: Online \nWhen: Thursdays\, June 20\, July 18\, and August 15\, from 1 to 2 p.m. \nTo register\, click here. \nQuestions or assistance in registering: Contact Ben Jewell at bmcshane-jewell2@unl.edu. \nHosted by: Heartland Regional Food Business Center \nPartners for this event include the Center for Rural Affairs\, Nebraska Extension\, Comunidad Maya Pixan Ixim\, and No More Empty Pots \nAll events and activities are open to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities and/or persons with limited English proficiency (LEP) will be made if requested in advance. These sponsors are equal opportunity institutions. \n\nSeminarios Virtuales de Temas Avanzados de MarketReady- En línea\nSesión: MarketReady (MercadoListo) educa a los productores interesados ​​en expandir sus negocios y productos a los mercados mayorista\, minorista y de restaurantes. \nAcompáñenos en esta serie mientras profundizamos en las opciones de seguros para negocios agrícolas y alimenticios a pequeña escala. Las mejores prácticas en marketing mayorista\, cómo empaquetar y etiquetar adecuadamente sus productos. \nTemas de la serie incluyen: \n\nManejo de riesgos y seguros\nMarketing\nEmbalaje y etiquetado\n\nCosto: Gratis \nLugar: En línea \nCuando: jueves\, 20 de junio\, 18 de julio y 15 de agosto\, de 1 a 2 p.m. \nPara inscribirse\, haga clic aquí. \nPara preguntas o ayuda: Comuníquese con Ben Jewell a bmcshane-jewell2@unl.edu o Rulon Taylor a Rtaylor31@unl.edu. \nPatrocinado por: Heartland Regional Food Business Center \nSocios para este evento incluyen al Center for Rural Affairs\, Nebraska Extension\, Comunidad Maya Pixan Ixim y No More Empty Pots \nTodos los eventos y actividades están abiertos al público de forma no discriminatoria. Se harán arreglos razonables para personas con discapacidades y/o personas con dominio limitado del inglés (LEP) si se solicitan con anticipación. Estos patrocinadores son instituciones que ofrecen igualdad de oportunidades.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/marketready-advanced-topic-webinar-series-online-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T100000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240523T204512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T204512Z
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SUMMARY:A Sample of Cottage Food Laws from Around the Region
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 13 from 9:30-10:30am CDT \nRegister for Zoom link \nJoin us for an engaging webinar about cottage food laws in the Heartland region. You’ll get a comparison of state cottage food laws\, a recent example of policy change\, and best practices on how to support compliance. Speakers include: \n\nJustin McConaghy\, Produce Safety Coordinator\, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture\, Food\, and Forestry\nAngelyn Wang\, Local Food Associate\, Center for Rural Affairs\nCarlie Jonas\, Policy Associate\, Center for Rural Affairs\n\nThis webinar is hosted by the Policy Affinity Group\, associated with the USDA Heartland Regional Food Business Center. The Policy Affinity Group builds connections among on-the-ground food policy councils and networks. The group facilitates peer-to-peer learning with quarterly webinars covering food and farm policy challenges and solutions in the Heartland region. \nIf you didn’t get this email but would like to learn about upcoming webinars\, subscribe to our email list. If you no longer want to receive these emails\, reply to unsubscribe.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/a-sample-of-cottage-food-laws-from-around-the-region/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Policy Affinity Group - Heartland Regional Food Business Center":MAILTO:aclark@kchealthykids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240614T161500
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240404T132516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T132516Z
UID:2969-1718269200-1718381700@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Community Food Systems + Farm to School and Early Care Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Iowa City\, June 13-14!\nThis annual event is hosted by the Community Food Systems program and Iowa Farm to School and Early Care Coalition. This year’s theme is Rooted in Community: Growing Partnerships for Sustainable Food Systems. Join us for this unique\, two-day event\, celebrating food systems\, farm to school and early care\, and local food. \nEarly Bird Registration: April 1-15\, 2024\nRegular registration will be open April 16 – May 31\, 2024. \nIt is our goal that the conference is accessible and inclusive. Individuals are encouraged to register for the full\, two-day conference\, but because that may not be feasible for all attendees\, registrants can select which days or conference sections they would like to attend. Details and fees link is below. \nHave a scholarship?\nIf you submitted a scholarship request\, please do not register until you have heard back on the status of your scholarship. \nGeneral Attendance and Cost Options\, Early Bird Fees\, and Lodging Information:\nPlease visit website for details: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/ffed/cfs-annual-event \nFor info\, please contact: \n\n\n\n\nBre Miller\n\nmillerb@iastate.edu\n(515) 294-3086\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/community-food-systems-farm-to-school-and-early-care-conference/
LOCATION:Graduate Iowa City\, 210 S Dubuque Street\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Conference,In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa State University Extension and Outreach":MAILTO:contactFFED@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240611T201201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T201201Z
UID:4320-1718186400-1718193600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Assisting Small Businesses thru SAM.gov Training
DESCRIPTION:Path to Prosperity\n\nDate & Time\nJun 12\, 2024 \,10:00 AM in Central Time (US and Canada)\n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\nJoin us for a virtual training with the General Services Administration to obtain hands-on assistance with your SAM.gov questions and challenges. Participants will: Understand SAM.gov and who should register Walk through the steps and validations required to get a Unique Entity ID and register in SAM.gov Get tips and tricks to help you avoid most common challenges.\nLearn where to get help and get answers to your questions. \nParticipants will: \n\nUnderstand SAM.gov and who should register\nWalk through the steps and validations required to get a Unique Entity ID and register in SAM.gov\nGet tips and tricks to help you avoid the most common challenge\nLearn where to get help and get answers to your questions\n\nIf you have any questions\, please do not hesitate to contact Diana Leonardo at diana.leonardo@gsa.gov or Jacqueline Davis-Slay at Jacqueline.davis-slay@usda.gov or 202-422-2551. Thank you in advance for your participation!
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/assisting-small-businesses-thru-sam-gov-training/
CATEGORIES:Online Meeting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240608T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240528T182418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T182418Z
UID:4097-1717851600-1717862400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Small Ag Producer Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:Multiple Times and Locations: Each of the locations content will be identical and participants need to only attend one location. Lunch is provided. Warrensburg location listed for your convenience but please visit website for additional information and locations.  \nAre you a value-added agricultural producer looking to enhance your digital communications and marketing skills? Participate in the Small Ag Producer Workshop – Connecting with Customers to learn more about how online communications can grow your business! \nThis workshop is presented by Missouri State University Darr College of Agriculture and University of Central Missouri Department of Agriculture. \nThis workshop will cover: \n\nHow social media and website design drive sales\nBenefits of free and low-cost scheduling platforms\nThe Basics of analytics\nUtilizing ever-changing algorithms\n\nWorkshop Location and Time: \n\nJune 8\, 2024: Warrensburg\, UCM Campus\, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.\nJune 12\, 2024: West Plains\, Ozarks Small Business Incubator\, Noon – 3 p.m.\nJune 13\, 2024: Springfield\, Darr Agriculture Center\, Noon – 3 p.m.\nJune 14\, 2024: Mountain Grove\, Furit Experimentation Station\, Noon – 3 p.m. \n\nThere is no cost to participate but participants are asked to pre-register. Registration and more information can be found at https://rb.gy/zc7fjz.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/small-ag-producer-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Warrensburg -University of Central Missouri\, 400 South Maguire Street\, Warrensburg\, Missouri\, 64093
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240513T124444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T124444Z
UID:3685-1716480000-1716487200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Special Farm Tour at Sankara Farm - KC\, MO
DESCRIPTION:Join New Growth Mo Food Systems as we host a special Farm Tour at Sankara Farm\, a 27-acre\, Black Family owned and operated Agroecological farm positioned in the natural beauty of the Little Blue River Valley in the unceded Ancestral lands of the Osage\, Otoe-Missouria\, Kaw and Kansa Peoples. \nThe farm hosts a wide range of AfroEcological programming and operates as the organizational hub of several local projects directly engaged with Black food sovereignty and Agroecology. We aspire to uphold the traditional ecological knowledge of our ancestors and create radical socioecological interventions that benefit people and planet. Our on farm workshops and education focus on Food Sovereignty\, Agroecology and Cultural production. The Returning Generation Black Farmer Fellowship\, Community Soil Science Cooperative and Black Emancipatory Agriculture Asset Map each are an innovative approach to uplifting soil health\, Black Agrarian traditions and envisioning a future for Black farmers. \nWhat to see/expect on the farm: \n• Agroecological production beds \n• Perennial Pollinator Habitats \n• Mutulu Shakur Herbal Garden \n• AgTech demonstrations: Microcontrollers and sensors \n• Culturally relevant agrotourism \n• Art and cultural production \n• Walking trail & Ponds Currently under construction: \n• Agrovoltaic production demonstration \n• Perennial test beds – Kernza \n• Soil remediation with mushrooms \n• Ecological waste and greywater management \nLearn more about Sankara Farm at https://www.sankarafarm.com \nFor more information on this event\, email Bridget Luff\, New Growth’s Food Systems Farm Outreach Coordinator at bluff@wcmcaa.org
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/special-farm-tour-at-sankara-farm-kc-mo/
LOCATION:Sankara Farm\, 7419 Murkins Rd\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="New Growth Mo Community Development":MAILTO:bluff@wcmcaa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240423T124352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T124352Z
UID:3252-1716292800-1716307200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Language Justice (Bilingual) - Norfolk\, Neb.
DESCRIPTION:About:  Does your organization or business have difficulty communicating with non-English-speaking audiences? You can increase participation opportunities and community engagement by eliminating language and cultural barriers at meetings\, focus groups\, and events\, all while creating a bigger impact. \nDuring this event you will explore historical language oppression and learn the key elements of language justice\, how to use Zoom interpretation and interpretation devices\, how to model language justice in community settings\, and much more. \n¿Su organización o empresa tiene dificultades para comunicarse con audiencias que no hablan inglés? Eliminar las barreras lingüísticas y culturales en reuniones\, grupos focales y eventos importantes puede aumentar las oportunidades de participación y el compromiso comunitario dentro de su organización\, al tiempo que crea un mayor impacto. \nDurante este evento\, explorará la opresión histórica del lenguaje\, aprenderá los elementos clave de la justicia lingüística\, aprenderá a utilizar la interpretación y los dispositivos de interpretación Zoom\, modelará la justicia lingüística en entornos comunitarios y mucho más. \n\n\nCost: Free\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, May 21\, from noon to 4 p.m. \nWhere: Norfolk Public Library\, 308 Prospect Ave.\, Norfolk \nRegistration is required for this event (by Monday\, May 13). Click here to register. \nQuestions/assistance with registering: Contact Nina Lanuza at ninal@cfra.org or 402.380.0785 \nSponsor: The Center for Rural Affairs \nAll Center for Rural Affairs events and activities are open to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. Reasonable arrangements for persons with disabilities and/or persons with limited English proficiency (LEP) will be made if requested in advance.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/introduction-to-language-justice-bilingual-norfolk-neb/
LOCATION:Norfolk Public Library\, 308 Prospect Ave\, Norfolk\, NE\, 68701\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event,In Person Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Rural Affairs":MAILTO:angelynw@cfra.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240417T151047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T151047Z
UID:3196-1715796000-1715803200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Millsap Farms Walk: Building Soil Health on the Market Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Springfield Community Gardens and Millsap Farms as we tour the compost piles\, deep mulched beds\, and pigerator on Millsap Farms\, as Curtis shares their philosophy and approach to soil building in their market gardens for abundant harvests of cut flowers and vegetables. \nNo registration is necessary for this in person event. Please be sure to bring a water bottle\, comfortable walking shoes\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent if you desire. \nVisit website at Springfield Community Gardens for additional information: https://www.springfieldcommunitygardens.org/events/millsap-farms-walk-building-soil-health-on-the-market-farm \nVisit Millsap Farms website for additional information: https://www.millsapfarms.com/ \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/millsap-farms-walk-building-soil-health-on-the-market-farm/
LOCATION:Millsap Farms\, 6593 N Emu Lane\, Springfield\, MO\, 65803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240320T160717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T160717Z
UID:2819-1715263200-1715266800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to EPA Worker Protection Standard for Pesticide Safety - ONLINE
DESCRIPTION:K-State Research & Extension will provide this free introductory training that will cover the basic principles of WPS regulation\, compliance\, and liability. The training will also review correct measures to manage the health risks from occupational exposure to pesticides. You must comply with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Worker Protection Standard if all three of the following apply: \n– You own or manage an agricultural establishment (i.e.\, farm\, orchards\, nurseries\, greenhouses\, etc.)\, and \n– Your work is directly related to producing agricultural plants\, and \n– WPS-labeled pesticides (herbicides\, insecticides\, fungicides\, miticides\, etc.) have been applied on your establishment within the last 30 days. WPS-labeled pesticides may be restricted-use pesticides or general-use pesticides. Look for the “Agricultural Use Requirements” box on the pesticide label \nThe zoom link for accessing the training online will be sent the day before the training. Follow the link to Eventbrite to reserve your spot.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/introduction-to-epa-worker-protection-standard-for-pesticide-safety-online/
CATEGORIES:Online Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240430T124218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T124218Z
UID:3338-1715173200-1715176800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Converting Your Grocery Store to a Co-op
DESCRIPTION:Well drat! We’ve reached our registration limit for this special webinar. This topic is in high demand! The webinar will be recorded and made available to the public by May 15th on FCI’s You Tube Channel. Please reach out to us at info@fci.coop to receive the recording directly.  \nGrocery stores across the country are for sale\, at risk of closing\, or have an owner who is thinking about retiring in the near future. Converting that grocery store into a food co-op is an exciting and viable option that more and more grocers\, employees\, and communities are considering. \nFood Co-op Initiative\, the Rural Grocery Initiative\, and experts Stuart Reid and Bonnie Hudspect have joined forces to develop a new FCI Action Guide to help you understand the conversion process and the steps involved. \nTo launch the new tool\, FCI is hosting a special webinar. Join Erica Blair (Rural Grocery Initiative)\, Faye Mack (FCI)\, and Stuart Reid (The Co-op Consultant) for a 60-minute webinar on Wednesday\, May 8th\, to learn more about why the cooperative model might be right for your community’s grocery store and how to get started. \nWHAT: A special webinar about converting your grocery store to a food co-op!\nWHEN: Wednesday\, May 8th at 2-3pm eastern / 1-2pm central / 12-1pm mountain / 11-12pm pacific \nQuestions? Reach out to Faye Mack at faye@fci.coop \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/converting-your-grocery-store-to-a-co-op/
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Online Meeting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Rural Grocery Initiative":MAILTO:faye@fci.coop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240320T160227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T160227Z
UID:2813-1715094000-1715101200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Food Safety and Post-Harvest Handling Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:At this farm tour\, we will discuss food safety and post-harvest handling practices implemented at Pat and Rachel’s Garden in Olathe\, KS https://patandrachelsgardens.com/. Participants will have an opportunity to observe their produce production and value-added produce operation and consider how they can implement them on their own farms. The event is organized by MU and KSU Extension as part of the Growing Growers program\, but is open to anyone interested and is free.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/food-safety-and-post-harvest-handling-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Pat and Rachel’s Garden\, 28485 W 119th Street\, Olathe\, KS\, 66061\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240404T130945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T130945Z
UID:2967-1715086800-1715187600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:FSMA Produce Safety Grower Training
DESCRIPTION:University of Missouri Extension and Kansas State Research and Extension are partnering to offer the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) Grower Training remotely. The class will take place on May 7 AND May 8 from 1-5PM CDT each day. In order to receive a certificate of training\, you will have to attend the entire training on both days and we must be able to see a live video feed of you at least periodically throughout the entire training (or you need to speak or type into the chat when requested) to ensure that you are engaged throughout the entire training. You must participate in the training on a device larger than your phone (i.e. tablet or computer). Note that it is very important that you are listening and engaged during the training to be eligible to receive the certificate of training. If you are a covered farm under the FSMA Produce Safety Rule and need the training\, this course will meet that requirement (for more information visit https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/foodsafety/produce/fsma/index.html). You will be required to return a course evaluation before you will receive your certificate of training. \nThis training is geared for produce growers in Kansas and Missouri (but participants from other states are welcome as space allows) and other regulatory or support personnel and will be limited to 30 participants. If you are a Missouri grower and would like more information\, please contact or Patrick Byers (417-859-2044 or byerspl@missouri.edu). If you are a Kansas grower and would like more information\, please contact Katelynn Stull at kjstull@ksu.edu \nNote that we need your shipping address to know where to mail your manual before the training and to know where to mail your certificate after you have completed all the requirements of the training. Please list a mailing address where we will be able to mail your manual for you to use during the training. \nWe will email everyone the zoom link to everyone registered for the course 2 days before the training. \nGeneral Admission: $100 \nKansas and Missouri Producers: FREE
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/fsma-produce-safety-grower-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Online Meeting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20241022T192210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T192210Z
UID:9961-1714550400-1714669200@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Great Plains Indigenous Food Sovereignty Conference
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Food Sovereignty in Tribal Communities\nJoin us for the first annual Great Plains Indigenous Food Sovereignty Conference\, a powerful gathering dedicated to fostering Indigenous food sovereignty\, community-driven business development\, and the revitalization of traditional foodways. Organized by the UNL Tribal Extension Office and the Turtle Island Trade Coalition (TITC)\, this event will bring together Indigenous food producers\, tribal leaders\, extension staff\, and community members from across the region to discuss and inspire new pathways towards sustainability and self-sufficiency. \nThe conference will be held in person at the UNL East Campus Union\, an accessible venue designed to accommodate all participants comfortably. We ask that participants commit to attending both days of the conference\, as the workshops and discussions build on each other for a comprehensive experience. \nThis event is free\, but registration is required to reserve your spot. Spots are limited\, so reserve your seat today! \nRegistration Link: Great Plains Indigenous Foods Conference Registration | Turtle Island Trade Coalition | Nebraska (unl.edu) \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/great-plains-indigenous-food-sovereignty-conference/
LOCATION:UNL East Campus Union\, 1705 Arbor Drive\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68503\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
ORGANIZER;CN="UNL Tribal Extension Office":MAILTO:tthielen2@unl.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T183000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240328T211203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T211422Z
UID:2916-1714498200-1715106600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy for Business
DESCRIPTION:More information: https://www.cfra.org/financial-literacy-financial-projections-and-profit-and-loss-wood-river-neb
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/financial-literacy-for-business-projections-profit-and-loss/
LOCATION:Wood River Community Center\, 108 W. 1th St\, Wood River\, NE
CATEGORIES:In Person Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240417T150236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T150236Z
UID:3187-1713981600-1713988800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Millsap Farms Walk: Early Cut Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Millsap Farms Walk: Early Cut Flowers. \nJoin Curtis and Kimby as they tour the early cut flowers on Millsap Farms. We’ll discuss Snap Dragons\, Ranunculus\, Anemones\, and other flowers that can be grown for a Mother’s Day market. \nNo registration is necessary for this in person event. Please be sure to bring a water bottle\, comfortable walking shoes\, sunscreen\, and bug repellent if you desire. Visit websites for additional information – see below. \nThis work is supported by 2501 grant AO222501X443G029 from the USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement. Any opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the view of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. \nVisit Millsap Farms website for additional information here: https://www.millsapfarms.com/ \nVisit Springfield Community Gardens for additional information here: https://www.springfieldcommunitygardens.org/events/millsap-farms-walk-early-cut-flowers \n 
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/millsap-farms-walk-early-cut-flowers/
LOCATION:Millsap Farms\, 6593 N Emu Lane\, Springfield\, MO\, 65803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T153000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240327T131943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T131943Z
UID:2873-1713945600-1713972600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Path to Prosperity
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)\, in partnership with the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)\, has hosted a series of regional economic development workshops on the “Path to Prosperity” in States and Territories across the country to provide small businesses (including farmers and ranchers) the resources and tools they need to grow their businesses. \nThe partnership and workshops align with the Biden-Harris Administration’s Executive Order on “Advancing Racial Equity and Support for Underserved Communities Through the Federal Government” and show the Department’s commitment to increase access to USDA’s products and services and improve service delivery in rural and underserved communities. \nMidwest Path to Prosperity in Maryville\, MO – Wednesday\, April 24\, 2024:  Zoom Registration \n(Northwest Missouri State University\, Agricultural Learning Center\, 22893 U.S. Highway 71\, Maryville\, MO 64468. In-person (150 max. capacity) or virtual registration). \nWest Coast Path to Prosperity in Fresno\, CA – Wednesday\, May 22\, 2024 \nMid-Atlantic Path to Prosperity in Winston-Salem\, NC – June (TBD) \nSouthwest Path to Prosperity in Salt Lake City\, UT – August (TBD) \nKetchikan\, AK – September (TBD) \nMontgomery\, AL – Late Oct./Early Nov. (TBD) \nPresenters will discuss: \n\nIncentivizing unbanked and under-banked small business owners and individuals to establish a sustainable relationship with an insured financial institution\,\nExpanding technical assistance and financial education for small business owners and individuals to improve their bankability\,\nIncreasing the number of SBA certified lenders to provide access to capital for small\, minority\, and underserved businesses\, and\nDeveloping contracting relationships with Federal government and private industry partners.\n\nTargeted attendees include small businesses\, financial institutions\, community development financial institutions (CDFIs)\, trade groups\, local\, state\, and Federal agencies\, community leaders\, nonprofits\, and community-based staff representing organizations. \nFor questions or information: Mr. David Ramos\, Senior Community Affairs Specialist\, FDIC at daramos@fdic.gov
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/path-to-prosperity/
LOCATION:NWMSU Agricultural Learning Center\, 22893 U.S. Highway 71\, Maryville\, 64468\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,In Person Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240328T210417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T210417Z
UID:2910-1713348000-1713960000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Marketing Series - Free
DESCRIPTION:You will also have the opportunity to dive into facets of digital media and marketing including social\, search engine optimization\, email\, targeting\, and how you put it to work for your business in your area. We will help you on your path to set goals\, make a plan\, and measure your results.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/marketing-series-free/
LOCATION:Neligh Public Libary\, 710 Main St. Neligh NE
CATEGORIES:In Person Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240328T210748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T210838Z
UID:2913-1712858400-1712863800@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Feeding our Future: Local Foods Roundtable - Montgomery County\, Iowa
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/feeding-our-future-local-foods-roundtable-montgomery-county-iowa/
LOCATION:Stadium 34\, 1200 Senate Ave.\, Red Oak\, IA
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240403T131452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T131452Z
UID:2957-1712826000-1712934000@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Midwest Growers Collaborative Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Midwest Growers Collaborative Workshop \nA two-day\, FREE workshop for farmers\, growers\, ranchers & producers. \nTopics: Agricultural best practices\, business management\, marketing\, and more! \nDon’t miss this incredible opportunity to join a two-day\, Midwest collaborative workshop hosted in partnership by KC F.A.R.M.E.R.S. Coalition and Common Ground Producers & Growers. This FREE event includes lunch each day\, but attendees are responsible for their own transportation to and from the event\, other meals\, and overnight accommodations. \nThursday-Friday\, April 11-12 | 9AM – 3PM \nJunior Achievement of Greater KC \n2842 W 47th Ave\, Kansas City\, KS 66103 \nThe last day to register is April 8th\, so click the button below to register now! Link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScPiPxu2V2wxZk5Xmv9ZZOP6IhlJe4Sax8zPod7QoiSzRDvyA/viewform \nHotel information will be sent after registration is received. \nFor more information email info@commongroundpg.com.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/midwest-growers-collaborative-workshop/
LOCATION:Junior Achievement of Greater KC\, 2842 W 47th Ave\, Kansas City\, MO\, 66103\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240406T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240131T225557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T225557Z
UID:2183-1712394000-1712415600@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Eat Local & Organic Expo
DESCRIPTION:FREE PARKING – FREE ADMISSION \nKick off farmers market season at the Eat Local & Organic Expo! Shop with more than 30 KC Food Circle™ farmers who pledge to meet high standards for growing plants and mushrooms\, beekeeping and raising animals. Sign up for weekly farm shares\, buy transplants for your garden\, get the freshest early spring products for your table and bring the kids to this family friendly event.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/eat-local-organic-expo/
LOCATION:Johnson County Community College\, 12345 College Blvd\, Overland Park\, Kansas\, 66210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-Expo-Flier-April-KCHK-Claire-Sinovic.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T053827
CREATED:20240328T212818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T212818Z
UID:2920-1712311200-1714154400@heartlandfoodbusiness.org
SUMMARY:Fresh Fridays at the Micro Market - Omaha\, NE
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for Fresh Fridays at the Micro Market in April!  \nThe Micro Market is open for Fridays in April from 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. on April 5th\, 12th\, 19th\, and 26th.  \nIt’s a soft launch\, so expect a showcase of limited-edition\, farm-fresh goodies and produce. \n Each Friday brings a new lineup of seasonal delights we are testing out\, while supplies last. \nA project of No More Empty Pots.
URL:https://heartlandfoodbusiness.org/event/fresh-fridays-at-the-micro-market-omaha-ne/
LOCATION:Micro Market – No More Empty Pots\, 2120 N. 30th Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111
CATEGORIES:In Person Event
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