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Bringing the Farm to School Producer Training (Northwest Florida) – Day 2

November 8, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farmer standing in cornfield

Farmers, fishers, ranchers, food processors and food manufacturers in Northwest Florida are invited to join the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) for our first-ever “Bringing the Farm to School” two-day producer training.

Bringing the Farm to School trainings are intended for food producers interested in learning about selling food into school markets.

During this training, you will:

  • Learn about the Florida Farm to School initiative
  • Uncover opportunities to market and sell your products to Florida schools
  • Meet and network with School Food Authorities in Northwest Florida, responsible for sourcing foods for school meals
  • Learn about business planning when growing for schools
  • Discover which of your products are fit for school meals
  • Learn about food safety and standards in schools
  • Tour two local farms current serving schools
  • And more!

To register for this immersive two-day training, please contact [email protected].

Details

Date:
November 8, 2023
Time:
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Organizer

Natasha Smith
Phone
850-617-7179
Email
Natasha.Smith@fdacs.gov

Venue

FAMU Viticulture Center
6361 Mahan Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32308 United States
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