Damon Bazziel, AGrowCulture, Gary, IN
As we say farewell to autumn and prepare for the onset of holiday season, take time to celebrate and reap the rewards of your hard work. Many farmers are preparing their equipment and safeguarding their crops and livestock for winter weather, but it’s still a great time to purchase mushrooms, cabbage, root crops, meat and poultry, and value-added products from your local farmers. Stay updated on the latest Extension events and opportunities in your county, and keep an eye out for upcoming conferences, workshops, and programs throughout Indiana! If you have any stories, tips, or suggestions for future newsletters, please feel free to share them with us.
Nathan Shoaf
Diversified Farming and Food Systems Program Leader
Urban Agriculture Specialist
Registration is open for the 2nd annual Ohio State Organic Grains Conference, January 4-5, 2024 at the Maumee Bay Lodge and Conference Center near Toledo, Ohio. The 2024 conference offers programming for experienced organic growers, growers transitioning to or considering organic, and consultants or educators who support these growers. The Early Bird pricing of $100 per person includes two days of quality programming, meals throughout the event, and opportunities to network with organic farmers in the region as well as speakers and trade show vendors.
The Indiana Farmers Market Community of Practice is hosting Produce Safety Alliance Grower Trainings (PSAG) starting in November, 2023 through June, 2024 with the Safe Produce Indiana Training Team. PSAG training is for Indiana fruit and vegetable growers, specifically farmers market vendors, and market managers, interested in learning about produce safety. Topics covered include the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety.
Training Dates for 2023 & 2024:
Thursday, November 30, 2023 - Vincennes, IN- Purdue Extension Food Safety Training Hub
Wednesday, January 17 – Virtual
Thursday, February 8 – Hancock County – Hancock Co. Extension Office
Saturday, February 24 – Virtual
Tuesday, March 19 – Elkhart/Lagrange County – Location - TBA
Tuesday, April 9 – Wayne County - Location - TBA
The cost of this training is covered by the Indiana Farmers Market Community of Practice with a grant from the Indiana Dept. Of Health, Food Safety Division.
North Central SARE strengthens communities, increases producers' economic viability, and improves the environment through grants and education.
The focus for NCR-SARE grant programs is on research and education. Funding considerations are based on how well the applicant presents the problem being addressed, its relevance to sustainable agriculture in the 12-state North Central region, and how well it aligns with NCR-SARE's goals. NCR-SARE's grant program Review Committees review proposals and make recommendations to the Administrative Council.Are you interested in becoming a project coordinator for an NCR-SARE grant? If so, and if you live in the North Central region, consider applying for an NCR-SARE grant.
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SAVE THE DATE: 2024 Indiana Small Farm Conference
The Indiana Small Farm Conference will be taking place next year from February 29 - March 1, 2024. Please check the link below for more information!
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Hungry World Farm in Tiskilwa, IL is looking for a Lead Market Gardener! This full-time, year-round, salaried position is a great opportunity for someone with previous vegetable production experience who is eager to learn and grow while practicing regenerative agriculture and educating and inspiring team members and farm visitors. Please see below for more information about this opportunity
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