Transition to Organic Grains Pre-Conference Workshop
Friday, April 7th, 2017
La Crete Heritage Centre
RSVP by March 31st, 2017
Thinking about growing organic crops, and not sure where to start? This introductory workshop will provide information to help you navigate the transition and certification process, learn about growing and marketing organic grains and get the industry contacts you need to get started.
Time:
1:00 pm to 4:30 pm; coffee and snacks provided
Join us at the Country Grill for a networking dinner following the meeting.
$20/person & $30/Farm Family Unit
Click here for the full Workshop Agenda!
Organic Grain & Field Crops Conference
Saturday, April 8th, 2017
La Crete Heritage Centre
RSVP by March 31st, 2017
The one day conference is your opportunity to dig deeper into organic production and meet industry contacts. Sessions will focus on soil health, fertility, managing weeds, crop design, and marketing organic grains. Network with certifying bodies, grain buyers, researchers and organic producers.
Schedule and Speakers:
Featuring Dr. Steve Shirtliffe, on weed management in organic systems
Click here for the full Conference Agenda!
Time:
8:15 am – Registration
9:00 am to 7:00 pm – Conference (lunch & dinner included)
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm – Lunch
6:00 pm – Grain Miller Dinner (add’l tickets available)
Registration:
To register online visit the Conference EventBrite site
To register by mail download and print this form and mail it back to us with your cheque or drop off at the MARA office.
Prices:
| Conference Registration: | $70/person or $120/for farm family unit$15/person – Add’l tickets for Grain Miller dinner |
| Conference & Transition Workshop Combo: | $80/person or $140/ for farm family unit |
| Pre-Conference Transition Workshop: | $20/person or $30/farm family unit |
Save money by signing up for both events