The Veterans Coalition-SLV is excited to announce our friends at the Valley Roots Food Hub have several informative, free events this weekend.
UPCOMING EVENTS at VALLEY ROOTS FOOD HUB 5401 Terry St Mosca, C0 81146:
SATURDAY APRIL 8, 9AM-4PM: VISION COURSE FOR ASPIRING FARMERS & RANCHERS
Participants will undergo and in-depth exploration of their own vision and the core competencies and resources needed to launch. This course examines current trends, resources, case studies, and stories from experienced farmers while digging into a framework to begin strategic business planning.
Registration and more info here:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07edu2dxll35c61a89&llr=5w4brhfab
SATURDAY APRIL 8, 4-7 PM: CSA BBQ POTLUCK & OPEN HOUSE
This is a casual opportunity for individual households to come see the food hub, learn about the CSA program (Community Supported Agriculture) meet some producers, and break some bread together
Valley Roots will provide meat for the grill & libations, side dishes appreciated
SUNDAY APRIL 9, 9AM-4 PM: SCALING UP WORKSHOP FOR SLV PRODUCERS
This workshop is for beginning and existing fruit, vegetable, and field crop producers who are selling or considering selling to wholesale accounts such as food hubs, grocery chains, and instituions. Topics will include an orientation to new federal food safety standards, elements of successful wholesale market entry, selling opportunities, and an expert producer panel.
Registration and more info here:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07edu2dxll35c61a89&llr=5w4brhfab
