Join the Missouri Food Systems Network to learn and share about exciting opportunities to build and enhance local food systems and food security in Missouri. 

Each meeting will feature a short presentation and ample time for discussion. 

All meetings are from 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central. 

The schedule includes: 

• March 19, 2025 - Grant funding for food and farm businesses: The Heartland Regional Food Business Center 'Business Builder' grant program 
• June 18, 2025 - Building capacity to enhance food access: Missouri EATs and the Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership 
• August 20, 2025 - Local food retail alternatives: Understanding Farm Stops  

Partners include University of Missouri Extension, Heartland Regional Food Business Center, Missouri Rural Food Access Partnership, and Roots and Harvest Community Market (Ash Grove, MO).

Cost: Free

Contact: Bill McKelvey, billmckelveyjr@missouri.edu, 573-882-4973