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SUMMARY:Organic Marketing for All
DESCRIPTION:The organic market is growing fast\, and you’ve committed yourself to life as an organic farmer – but being able to raise a good organic product doesn’t assure you a good price. That final product must also be high quality\, consistent\, and able to generate a sustainable profit. Production decisions must be aligned with marketing strategies\, yet some growers find marketing to be the hardest part of farming. \nIn this Organic Association of Kentucky workshop tailored specifically to marketing organic products\, the Center for Crop Diversification will present several modules from their Marketing for All curriculum. Participants will discover fundamental marketing topics such as knowing your product\, understanding your market and customers\, and promoting your business. \nThrough discussion\, real farm Q&A\, and market research\, we’ll dive deeper into pricing strategies and the art of persuasive messaging.  Participant interaction will help us design 2019 workshops geared toward grower and producer needs. This Field Day is geared toward production farmers who are interested in selling organic products\, and / or improving and expanding their markets. Registration information coming soon.
URL:https://kyhortcouncil.org/event/organic-marketing-for-all/
LOCATION:Bourbon Co Extension Office\, Paris\, KY\, United States
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SUMMARY:First Friday Event: Appalachian Farm to Table: The Wrigley Taproom & Eatery
DESCRIPTION:Join UK’s Food Connection and Executive Chef Kristin Smith of the Wrigley Taproom & Eatery to learn about this amazing farm to table restaurant in Corbin\, KY.
URL:https://kyhortcouncil.org/event/first-friday-event-appalachian-farm-to-table-the-wrigley-taproom-eatery/
LOCATION:ES Good Barn\, UK
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SUMMARY:Year Round High Tunnel Production
DESCRIPTION:Magney Legacy Ridge Farm is a small family farm focusing on year-round seasonal vegetable production using high tunnels\, low tunnels\, and shade cloth. They strive to provide the healthiest vegetables using no till\, organic practices to sustain the land for future generations and are\, therefore\, in transition to Organic Certification. Currently\, they grow on less than two acres\, including a small greenhouse and four high tunnels\, from which they achieve 46 weeks of vegetable production for market. \nHost farmer Angela Magney will share with us the practices they use on the Farm to achieve year-round production.  Supplemented by the expertise of UK Extension personnel\, this OAK Field Day will explore…\n· Crop rotation and timing for year-round growing\n· Soil health and fertility management\n· Irrigation systems\, including winter considerations\n· Pest management in tunnels via sanitation and cultural practices \nAdditionally\, Angela will provide insight into their success finding and securing local markets. The UK Center for Crop Diversification will extend the discussion considering statewide market data and research. This Field Day is geared towards production farmers and will highlight mid-scale mixed vegetable production. Cost for this Field Day is $5 for OAK Members; $10 non-members. Registration is recommended – register here.
URL:https://kyhortcouncil.org/event/year-round-high-tunnel-production/
LOCATION:KY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181106T130000
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SUMMARY:Field to Consumer: Food Safety and Quality
DESCRIPTION:Join the Organic Association of Kentucky as we walk and talk through the primary elements of food safety at the University of Kentucky’s Organic Farming Unit\, including Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)\, Good Agricultural Practices (GAP)\, Good Handling Practices (GHP)\, and PBPT (Produce Best Practices Training)\, and how they relate to the entire farming system\, including a focus on pack shed design for food quality and safety. \nMark Williams will share UK’s recent GAP audit /certification process as well as lessons learned and modifications made in implementing GAP / GHP throughout the Farm’s systems. UK Extension Food Safety Specialist Paul Vijayakumar and Extension Associate Bryan Brady will provide specifics on FSMA regulations\, updates on food safety best practices\, and methods for maintaining quality while ensuring product safety.
URL:https://kyhortcouncil.org/event/field-to-consumer-food-safety-and-quality/
LOCATION:UK Horticulture Research Farm
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181107T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181107T153000
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SUMMARY:KCARD AGFP Grant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:KCARD’s Agribusiness Grant Facilitation Program is hosting several Grant Workshops this season. Workshops will cover a broad range of funding opportunities for farmers\, agribusinesses\, and non-profits that support agriculture in Kentucky. \nEach workshop will bring together speakers who work directly with national and state funding programs. The workshops will cover programs offered by USDA Rural Development\, Kentucky Department of Agriculture\, Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy\, Kentucky State University\, University of Kentucky\, and more.
URL:https://kyhortcouncil.org/event/kcard-agfp-grant-workshop/
LOCATION:KSU Research Farm\, 1525 Mills Ln\, Frankfort\, KY\, 40601\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181108T200000
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SUMMARY:ISA TRAQ Renewal Course (KAA)
DESCRIPTION:The ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) program provides an opportunity for professionals in the arboriculture industry to expand their knowledge through education and training in the fundamentals of tree risk assessment. This qualification promotes the safety of people and property by providing a standardized and systematic process for assessing tree risk. The results of a tree risk assessment can provide tree owners and risk managers with the information to make informed decisions to enhance tree benefits\, health\, and longevity.\n\n\n\nThe course includes Tree Biology and Mechanics\, Tree Inspection and Assessment\, Data Analysis and Risk Categorization\, and Risk Reporting. The Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) Course prepares the participant to take the TRAQ assessment to become ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified. \nThe TRAQ Renewal Course is a one-day refresher\, with five hours of instruction\, and three hours to take the exam. Current TRAQ holders can complete the abbreviated course as early as four years into their qualification. You may complete the TRAQ Renewal Course as early as one year prior to your qualification expiration date. Once you have successfully passed the requirements\, you will be given 5 years from the date of your previous expiration allowing you to take full advantage of the 5 year period granted with the credential. \nBy applying to participate in a TRAQ course\, you are agreeing to the terms\, conditions\, and policies outlined in the Tree Risk Assessment Qualification Application Guide. Please review this document before applying for a course. \n 
URL:https://kyhortcouncil.org/event/isa-traq-renewal-course-kaa/
LOCATION:Shawnee Golf Course\, 460 Northwestern Parkway\, Louisville\, KY\, 40212\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Kentucky Arborists Association":MAILTO:info@ky-isa.org
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SUMMARY:2018 Grower Buyer Meet Up
DESCRIPTION:Opportunities for selling Kentucky-grown produce are increasing and finding the best buyer match is important for a profitable relationship. This Produce Grower-Buyer Meet-Up will be the single largest event bringing together buyers and growers and is co-hosted for the second year by the Kentucky Vegetable Growers Association\, the Kentucky Horticulture Council and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture. \nThe event begins promptly at 9 a.m. with buyer introductions. Produce buyers include chefs\, retail\, and distribution representatives. At the first event last year\, 34 buyers were represented including Kroger\, Walmart\, Houchens\, AWG\, Whole Foods\, Good Foods Co-op and other distributors who reach all levels of grocery outlets. \nThis year\, you will have a chance to meet one-on-one in a “speed date” format to exchange contact information and match up products and needs with these and other key buyers. Face-to-face meetings with experts in food safety\, organic production\, and marketing will also be offered. A farm tour will be available following the event.
URL:https://kyhortcouncil.org/event/2018-grower-buyer-meet-up/
LOCATION:KSU Research Farm\, 1525 Mills Ln\, Frankfort\, KY\, 40601\, United States
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SUMMARY:KY Small\, Limited Resource Minority Farmers Conference
DESCRIPTION:Small\, limited resource minority farmers are invited to join this farmers conference at the Capital Plaza Hotel\, Kentucky State University\, and the Kentucky State University Harold R. Benson Research and Demonstration Farm\, Frankfort. For more information and to register\, contact shelley.spiggle@kysu.edu\, or call 502-597-6325.
URL:https://kyhortcouncil.org/event/ky-small-limited-resource-minority-farmers-conference/
LOCATION:Frankfort\, KY
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