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3rd National Farm Viability Conference

May 22, 2017 - May 24, 2017

$150 – $255

The National Farm Viability Conference is focused on strengthening farm sustainability, building stronger and more resilient local food systems and supporting the long term profitability of farming and agri-entrepreneurs from start-ups to generational businesses.

​The National Farm Viability Conference is geared towards professionals in the fields of farm and food business planning, financial planning, agricultural financing, farmland conservation, agricultural market development, and food hub management. It will offer attendees the opportunity to network and learn from industry leaders and other professionals in their fields, develop new knowledge and skills and will also include tours of nearby farms and value-added processing facilities. The host committee is collaborating to draw supporters of agriculture and agribusiness from around the country for this third national educational event.

Full conference registration fee is $255 for all activities May 22-24. One day registration fee is $150.
Registration will close May 7th. Full conference registration includes the following: two breakfasts, two lunches, one dinner, mixer with local food and craft beverage, refreshments during breaks, bus tours and materials.
Day registration will include the meals available for the particular day, bus tours (if applicable) and materials.

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Conference Themes:
-Finance and Business Development
-Accessing Capital for Growth
-Food and Farm Marketing and Distribution
-New and Beginning Farmers
-Equity and Social Justice in the Food System
-Food Safety and Risk Management
-Succession Planning and Land Transfer
-Program Development, Funding and Design

Click here for registration, and here for workshop schedule.

Details

Start:
May 22, 2017
End:
May 24, 2017
Cost:
$150 – $255
Event Categories:
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Website:
http://www.farmviabilityconference.com/

Venue

Albany Capital Center
55 Eagle Street
Albany, NY 12207 United States
Phone
(518) 487-2009
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Organizer

Capital for Opportunity and Change
Phone
(207) 504-5900
View Organizer Website