Content and discussions will be relevant to next generation and established producers as well as local food enthusiasts, educators, and community members.
2020 Schedule of Events – Updated for Virtual Conference!
| Thursday, April 16th, 2020 | ALL SESSIONS ARE VIRTUAL! |
| 1-2:30 pm | Fruit Tree Grafting Demo Eric Johnson of Widespread Malus |
| 3-4:30 pm | Farm Tour Community & School Farm, Guidestone |
| Friday, April 17th, 2020 | ALL SESSIONS ARE VIRTUAL! |
| 9-9:15 am | Introduction & Welcome Welcome - Guidestone Food Systems Survey |
| 9:15-10 am | Welcome Address and Q&A Mark Winne |
| 10:05-10:50 am | 3 Concurrent Breakout Sessions "Cultivating A Creative and Resilient Mindset for Your Agricultural Operation" - Jennifer Visitacion "Planting the Seeds of Produce Safety on Your Farm" - Harrison Topp & Martha Sullins "Green Investing Panel with a Food Systems Focus" - Adrian Reif, Woody Tasch, and Joseph Teipel |
| 10:50-11:10 am | Self-Care Activity Break |
| 11:15 am-12 pm | 3 Concurrent Breakout Sessions "Why Apprenticeships in Agriculture Matter" - Leah Ricci "Agritourism FAQs" - Annie Lopez "Growing & Using Medicinal Herbs at Home" - Stephanie Syson |
| 12-12:15 pm | Grab your lunch! |
| 12:15-1:15 pm | Keynote Address "SOIL: Slow Opportunities for Investing Locally" - Woody Tasch |
| 1:15-1:30 pm | Wrap Up Thank Yous What's next? |
