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SUMMARY:Policy\, Advocacy\, and Strategy for Supporting Agritourism
DESCRIPTION:What are the most successful policies for supporting agritourism? How can we expand their success and implementation in additional places?\nRegulations\, zoning\, liability\, and funding are some of the most pressing concerns of agritourism operators in just about every country. Join Rose Wright from New South Wales\, Australia and Marge Kilkelly from Maine\, USA for a discussion of the challenges and opportunities for supporting agritourism through local\, regional\, and national policies
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/policy-advocacy-and-strategy-for-supporting-agritourism/
CATEGORIES:Land Advocacy,Urban Agriculture
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SUMMARY:FREE Urban Agriculture Courses
DESCRIPTION:By combining advanced digital technologies with practical\, hands-on learning experiences\, Futurist Farmers ensures that agricultural professionals and enthusiasts can effectively integrate innovative solutions into their farming practices. Our program goes beyond theoretical knowledge\, providing tangible skills and direct experience with cutting-edge agricultural technologies. Online resources is a critical part of our playbook\, providing step-by-step farming and agricultural best practices for successful on-the-farm operation and go-to-market strategies. \nGet the guidance and support you need to start or grow your farm\, ranch or other form of agribusiness. Create your account\, and complete your first course.  We hope all members will complete at least two modules after joining FFA. \n\nThe USDA and the Cornell Small Farms Program recently released a new\, self-paced online course designed for city planners and local advocates who are looking for best practices for urban agriculture planning. Individuals can register for free until January 31\, 2025. After that date\, individuals can access the content for a fee. \nUpon completing this course\, you will be able to: \n\nExplain how urban agriculture relates to broader planning priorities in cities\, towns\, and suburbs.\nDescribe how zoning and comprehensive planning influence urban agriculture outcomes.\nIntegrate urban agriculture efforts into emerging areas of planning\, like sustainability and equity.\nArticulate strategies and techniques that foster inclusive community engagement processes that can be used to support urban agriculture planning processes.\n\n\n\nStart Learning Objectives\n\n\nStart History of Agriculture in Cities\, Part 1: Agriculture and Cities in the Early United States\n\n\nStart History of Agriculture in Cities\, Part 2: Birth of the Planning Profession\n\n\nStart History of Agriculture in Cities\, Part 3: Return to Cities and Food Systems Planning\n\n\nStart What is Urban Agriculture?\n\n\nStart Why Should Planners Care about Urban Agriculture?
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/free-urban-agriculture-courses/
CATEGORIES:Education,Urban Agriculture
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SUMMARY:Black Vegan Fest 2024
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URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/black-vegan-fest-2024/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Urban Agriculture
ORGANIZER;CN="Urban-Geoponics":MAILTO:info@blackveganfest.org
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SUMMARY:Family Forests Future Hybrid Learning
DESCRIPTION:This program from Clemson Extension is designed for new and beginning forest owners. In this course\, you will learn the basics of forest management and health. You will also become familiar with available landowner assistance programs\, forestry professionals\, and resources throughout the state. The online course includes instructional videos\, knowledge check quizzes\, and optional discussions. You will also have the opportunity to sign up for a forestry tour at the end of the course. \nAre you an underserved farmer or producer?\nAn underserved farmer or producer is someone who has been operating a farm or ranch for not more than 10 years consecutive years\, a limited resource farmer or producer\, a socially disadvantaged farmer or producer that includes African Americans\, American Indian\, Alaskan Native\, Asian\, Hispanic\, or Pacific Islander\, or are a veteran of the United States military who was honorably discharged that has not operated a farm in the past or that has not operated a farm for more than 10 consecutive years. \nFamily Forests Future (Fall 2023)\nIf you are an underserved farmer or producer\, please use the promo code producer50 when enrolling in this course.
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/family-forests-future-hybrid-learning/
CATEGORIES:Urban Agriculture
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SUMMARY:Tour Futurists Farmers Urban Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us in snooping around on a herb and veggie urban farm in Duval County for an invite-only tour\, with lots of questions along the way. \nExplore\, observe\, and inquire about everything and not limited to: \n\n\nGeneral design & farm (plot) layout\nIrrigation options\nSoil and seeding\nHigh tunnels\nProcesses and management\nMachinery & tools\nPlanning & tracking\nGroundwork and amendments\nCooperation & work / life balance\nMinutiae which matters\nStories & experiences\nTiming & flexibility\nIntersections within the community – markets & agritourism\nRole of the Small Farm in the Food System\n\nCall or email us to register!
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/tour-futurists-farmers-urban-community-garden/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Education,Urban Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Futurists Farmers":MAILTO:info@futuristsfarmers.com
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SUMMARY:Fall Vegetable Seed Starting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This hands-on workshop is appropriate for gardeners of all skill levels. It will cover the basics of starting seeds to grow your own transplants\, as well as direct seeding. Participants will learn all about: \n\nseeds and how to take care of them;\nunderstanding seed packets and catalogs\na variety of container and media types for growing transplants\nhow to set up an indoor seed starting light system\nwhat crops can be grown in the fall\nwhen and how to set out the transplants\n\nCourse fee covers a seed starting kit containing several types of containers\, germination mix\, humidity dome\, seeds and seeding tools to get started.
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/fall-vegetable-seed-starting-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Urban Agriculture
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SUMMARY:Intro to Fall Vegetable Gardening Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Fall is a great time to grow vegetables in northeast Florida. If you are new to vegetable gardening or new to Florida\, join us to learn how to get started. This class will cover the basics of planning\, planting and maintaining a fall vegetable garden\, including: \n\n Site Assessment\nSeasonal Crops\nTypes of Vegetable Gardens\nCosts and Benefits\nDirect Seeding vs. Transplants\nMaintaining the Garden\nHarvesting and Storing Produce\n\nThis class will be held ONLINE VIA ZOOM.
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/intro-to-fall-vegetable-gardening-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Urban Agriculture
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SUMMARY:Beat the Heat Pickles and Relish
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make Refrigerated Summer Relish and Garden Pickles right from home. From green\, red\, and yellow peppers\, carrots\, cucumbers\, & cabbage. \nThis class will give you a step-by-step guide to canning and food preservation. You will learn the principles of canning and learn proper food safety. Canning classes could be a fun event for you and your family or just having fun with friends. \nDid you know that under the cottage food exemption\, you can make jams and jellies at your home and sell to the community? Under the Florida Cottage Food Exemption\, you can earn up to $250\,000 in gross sales by making approved products in your home. \nNo need to bring anything. Aprons will be provided. Just bring yourself. So\, sign up today and learn about canning and food preservation. You will be trained in proper food handling procedures. \nClosed-toe shoes are required. If your hair is shoulder length or longer\, it must be pulled back (hair must be secured firmly so no touching is needed.) Please avoid wearing loose-fitting blouses or shirts that may get caught on the equipment. If you have flu-like symptoms\, please reschedule. \nDue to class demand\, tickets are non-refundable.
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/beat-the-heat-pickles-and-relish/
LOCATION:UF IFAS Duval County Extension Office\, 1010 North McDuff Avenue\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Urban Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T190000
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SUMMARY:From Sustainability to Resilience: Fall Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Just because summer comes to a close doesn’t mean that the gardening season has to end. There are a number of garden crops that can be planted in the late summer for a fall harvest. Additionally\, the gardening season can be further extended using low tunnels\, cold frames\, or the appropriate garden covering. This session will focus on these practices that can be implemented to extend the gardening season into the fall and early winter. \nEmail us at info[at]futuristsfarmers.com to join the fun!
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/from-sustainability-to-resilience-fall-gardening/
LOCATION:Duval Urban Farm\, 2640 1st Street\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Urban Agriculture
ORGANIZER;CN="Futurists Farmers":MAILTO:info@futuristsfarmers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230807T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230807T130000
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SUMMARY:Canning and Cottage Foods Perservation
DESCRIPTION:This class will give you a step-by-step guide to canning and food preservation. You will learn the principles of canning and learn proper food safety. Canning classes could be a fun event for you and your family or just having fun with friends. \nDid you know that under the cottage food exemption\, you can make jams and jellies at your home and sell to the community? Under the Florida Cottage Food Exemption you can earn up to $250\,000 in gross sales by making approved products in your home. \nNo need to bring anything. Aprons will be provided. Just bring yourself. So sign up today and learn about canning and food preservation. You will be trained on proper food handling procedures. \nClosed-toe shoes are required. If your hair is shoulder length or longer\, it must be pulled back (hair must be secured firmly so no touching is needed.) Please avoid wearing loose-fitting blouses or shirts that may get caught on the equipment. If you have flu-like symptoms\, please reschedule. \nDue to class demand\, tickets are non-refundable.
URL:https://futuristsfarmers.com/event/canning-and-cottage-foods-perservation/
LOCATION:Jacksonville Canning Center\, 2525 Commonwealth Avenue\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32254\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Urban Agriculture
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