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2010 Farmers Market Forum- Upcoming March Events!

2/25/2010 9:44am by Lindsay Record

The 2010 Farmers Market Forum will give those involved with specialty crop production and farmers markets in Illinois a chance to convene and discuss issues shared amongst them. Four dates have been set throughout March in different cities so all Illinois farmers can have the opportunity to become a part of this exciting discussion.

Topics of discussion will include, but not be limited to:

Network and Share successful marketing and outreach initiatives

Learn the latest news about GAP training and Food Rules Updates

Find new ways for Growing Your Market ( including EBT/Link)

Farmers Market Association planning update

Lunch will be offered at the Carterville, Rockford and Urbana forums. The Chicago event includes admission to the "Saturday'socal Food Festival" on the third day of the FamilyFarmed Expo. These forums are sponsored by the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
For more information, visit ISA's calendar.

To register online for the Carterville, Rockford or Urbana events, click here.
To register online for the Chicago event, click here.

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