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January 2012
January 19 – 21, 2012
Organic Seed Growers Conference, Port Townsend, Washington
The Organic Seed Alliance will host the 6th Organic Seed Growers Conference January 19 – 21, 2012. This conference is recognized as the only event of its kind in North America, bringing together hundreds of farmers, seed production and distribution companies, researchers, plant breeders, pathologists, and university extension in two days of informative presentations, panel discussions, and networking events. Download the registration packet, which includes conference working sessions, keynote highlights, and details on the pre-conference field tour of the Skagit Valley seed region.
January 21, 2012
Making Marmalades – Happy Girl Kitchen, Pacific Grove, California
In this workshop, brought to you by Happy Girl Kitchen Co., we will cover all you need to know how to make delicious marmalades and to preserve food safely. We will begin with an hour introductory talk covering the topics of hot water bath canning and the PH scale and food safety. We will experience how to make velvety marmalades that have a perfect balance of sweet and tart and sour. We will make marmalades with lemons, limes, oranges and grapefruits and cover different flavor combining options. We will make 3 different recipes and you will go home with 2 jars from each recipe! Class costs $135 and includes all materials.
January 29, 2012
Making Sauerkraut, Kimchee, and Kombucha – Happy Girl Kitchen, Pacific Grove, California
We will dive into the wild world of fermenting food by preparing batches of classic green cabbage sauerkraut, spicy Korean-inspired kimchee and the mysterious effervescent tea Kombucha. Through discussion, tastings and hands on preparation you will become familiar with how to create and care for these living vegetable ferments and nourishing tonic. You will take home your own little batch of Sauerkraut and Kimchee to tend to and watch them become deliciously fermented. You will also take home your own Kombucha starter kit so that you can continue to make your own at home. Enjoy a delicious fermented lunch and have fun! Register early as classes have become quite popular. Class is $135 and includes all materials.
February 2012
February 1, 2012
CCOF Annual Meeting & Conference, Pacific Grove, California
Join us for CCOF’s Annual Meeting & Conference, an EcoFarm pre-conference, on February 1, 2012. The theme of this full-day conference is “Advancing Organic 2012: Practices and Policies.” The conference will focus on advancing strong organic practices and shaping policies that support organic research, soil management, food safety, and farming innovation. Conference participants will explore advanced practices and techniques in sessions led by expert organic producers and handlers. Topics will include soil fertility, weed management, range management, and organic processing. In addition, we will explore the connection between implementing these practices and advancing federal food and farm policies that value and support the work of organic producers. Experts will address compliance with the National Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement, and the Food Safety Modernization Act of 2010. 2012 Farm Bill provisions and how they connect to our work will also be discussed. Visit the CCOF Annual Meeting & Conference page for complete agenda and registration details.
February 1 – 4, 2012
EcoFarm Conference, Pacific Grove, California
For over three decades, The Ecological Farming Association flagship event has brought food system stakeholders together for education, networking, and celebration. With over 60 workshops featuring prominent speakers on the latest advances in agricultural techniques, marketing strategies, research, and other important food system issues, along with organic meals and lively entertainment, the EcoFarm Conference is the largest sustainable agriculture gathering in the western United States. Visit CCOF in the Exhibitor Marketplace to purchase great CCOF merchandise and speak with us about organic certification.
February 23 – 25, 2012
The MOSES Organic Farming Conference, La Crosse, Wisconsin
What is the MOSES Organic Farming Conference? The MOSES Organic Farming Conference (OFC) is the largest organic farming conference in the United States. Organized by the Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service (MOSES), and held annually in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the OFC is an extraordinary, farmer-centered event. With over 70 informative workshops, 150 exhibitors, locally-sourced organic food, live entertainment, and inspirational keynote speakers, the OFC is celebrated as the foremost educational and networking event in the organic farming community. From its humble beginning with 90 attendees in 1989, the most recent conference (2011) attracted almost 3,000 farmers, advocates, educators, students, and more! Registration and lodging information.
March 2012
April 2012
May 2012
May 21 – 24, 2012
National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) Meeting, Albuquerque, New Mexico
The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) typically meets twice per year in various locations around the United States. During meetings, the NOSB listens to public comments, discusses their agenda items, and then votes in a public forum. These meetings have designated in-person comment periods that are available to the public. This meeting will be held at the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town in Albuquerque, New Mexico. More information, including the meeting agenda, will be posted soon. Visit the NOSB Meetings page for updates as they develop.
June 2012
June 16 – 17, 2012
Organic Stone Fruit Jubilee, Clovis, California
Taste sixty varieties of peaches, plums, pluots, nectarines, and apricots from a dozen local, certified organic farms. Also enjoy artisan foods, farm tours, workshops, music, and kid’s craft corner. Adult Admission $5; Children under 12 are free. This event is held from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Mokichi Okada Association’s Oasis Garden: 5790 N. Indianola Ave., Clovis, California. |
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