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| Pre-Register for ACORN’s first Beginner Farmer Symposium at Mount Allison |
| Source: Submitted |
| Date: 16-Jul-2012 |
The Atlantic Canadian Organic Regional Network (ACORN) presents the first annual Beginner Farmer Symposium on Monday, August 20th, at Tweedie Hall, Mount Allison University, in Sackville, NB. This new ACORN initiative will celebrate the future of local organic agriculture, featuring a full series of diverse and inspirational workshops and discussions for new, aspiring and experienced farmers. As the average Maritime farmer now approaches retirement, this event aims to connect new and experienced farmers from across Atlantic Canada to support the future sustainability of a local organic food supply.
This busy day will also feature the Beginner Farmer Trade Show, showcasing businesses and support services for new entrant farmers. Other activities will include Yoga for Farmers, The Small-Tools Show & Tell, Seed Swap, Beginner Farmer Video/Photo Booth, and more to be announced in upcoming weeks. Afterwards, participants are invited to Sackville’s historic Cranewood Estate to partake in ACORN’s Beginner Farmer Mixer, an evening social for all Symposium attendants, featuring delicious local organic food, drinks and live music.
“This event supports the development of ACORN's new farmer training program: The Grow A Farmer Apprenticeship and Mentorship Program,” says Lucia Stephen, Program Coordinator, “This development will be the first of its kind in Atlantic Canada, offering comprehensive curriculum-oriented education and community building activities for new entrant organic and transitioning farmers across the Maritimes.” The program will begin applications towards the end of 2012.
To register, please fill in the online registration form at www.acornorganic.org (also on Facebook).
There is much to see! Pre-register now and don’t miss out on this fantastic summer celebration!
Please visit www.acornorganic.org for the full schedule, rates and registration information. All students, apprentices and ACORN members receive a discounted pass.
For registration and event inquiries, please contact Alia Karim at alia@acornorganic.org. For those interested in sponsorship and trade show opportunities, please contact Lucia Stephen at lucia@acornorganic.org.
ACORN would like to acknowledge the support of the NB Agricultural Council, Agri-Futures NS, the PEI Adapt Council, the Territorial Farmers Association, Renaissance Sackville, Picaroons Traditional Ales and Mount Allison University.
Contact:
Lucia Stephen, ACORN Grow A Farmer Program Coordinator 1-866-322-2676/1-506-536-2867 lucia@acornorganic.org
About ACORN
Since 2000, ACORN has the been the key organization for information on organic agriculture, eating organic food, and connecting all the parts together in Atlantic Canada, from seed to spoon. The membership-based non-profit seeks to enhance the organic sector by coordinating education and networking opportunities for both producers and consumers. Learn more at www.acornorganic.org. |
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