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You're Invited!
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Eastern Panhandle
Regional Farm Gathering
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We are excited to extend an invitation to you to take part in the upcoming Eastern Panhandle Regional Farm Gathering, to be held at the South Branch Inn on December 4th, 2013 from 9:00AM - 3:30 PM!
At
this event, you will have a chance to network with peers, meet service
providers, and have training opportunities in, marketing, post-harvest
handling, getting started with farmers market vending and more!
Qualifying WV farmers will also have the opportunity to win a high tunnel package, while qualifying WV farmers markets or farm to school programs will have the opportunity to win a marketing/promotion package courtesy of Change the Future and the WVDE.
This
event is hosted by the WV Farmers Market Association and Change the
Future WV with support from the WVDE's Farm-to-School program and in
partnership with WVU Extension Services. The registration deadline is November 25th, and spots are limited, so be sure to respond quickly!
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Workshops Offered:In addition to the group
activities we will be doing, we will also offer the opportunity for some
training during our break-out sessions. These trainings will be useful
for experienced farmers, those looking to get into commercial
production, farmers market vendors and managers, and those seeking to
get local foods into their businesses! You will be able to choose from
among ...
- Post-Harvest Handling, taught by Dr. Lewis Jett
- Marketing Your Farmers Market, led by the WVFMA
- Farmers Market Vending 101, led by the WVFMA
- Alternative Currencies for Farmers and Markets by Change the Future WV
- Season Extension, taught by Dr. Lewis Jett
- Innovative Marketing for Local Foods by Change the Future WV
And more!
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FAQs:
Who can come?
All
farmers, local foods business owners, service providers and anyone else
who considers themselves a food system stakeholder in the Eastern
Panhandle region!
Where is the South Branch Inn?
The South Branch Inn is located on Route 50, 3.5 miles East of Romney, WV. For further questions about directions or lodging, you can contact them at: 304-822-2444, or info@wvafun.com.
How much does the event cost?
Nothing - be our guest!
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Before November 25th, so we can save your place at the table!
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Thanks, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at:
Kelly Crane, project Coordinator
West Virginia Farmers Market Association
4700 MacCorkle Avenue SE
Suite 101
Charleston, WV 25304
Phone: 304-542-3331
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