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Dates
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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In-person
- This exclusive session is designed for specialty crop farmers and direct-to-consumer meat producers who aspire to connect with chefs, farm-to-school programs, hospital sourcing, and curated produce box partnerships.
- During this gathering, we will explore innovative avenues for market expansion, including farm stops, farm-to-school initiatives, and value-added product opportunities.
- Join us as we highlight programs and best practices that help producers elevate their brands and reach new direct markets.
- This is your opportunity to craft a more resilient food future, where your unique products thrive in farm-to-chef and farm-to-institution markets
- Registration is required. Space is limited to 40 producers. Limited to two operators per farm. Registration closes on April 17, 2026
- A locally sourced dinner will be provided by Wild Foods by Dyllan
- Cost: No cost to attend. Funding provided through a Healthy Food Financing Initiative grant.
- Contact Info: Lisa Robinson, University of Missouri Extension; robinsonlj@missouri.edu
- Partners: Harvick Farms, Roaring River Adventures, Roots and Harvest Community Market, and MU Extension
- Session: Tuesday, April 28, 2026; 5:30PM - 7:00PM
- Location: Emory Melton Inn at Roaring River State Park; 24667 State Highway 112, Cassville, MO 65625
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