Moving Local Foods to the Next Level

An Educational & Inspirational Evening for Local Leaders: about Local Food Aggregation & Distribution Strategies for Building a Viable & Vital Regional Food System in Southeast Minnesota

Thursday, July 21, 6:30 pm – 9:15 pm

University Center Rochester: 851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, Coffman Hall section of main campus building, Rooms CF 206-208

RSVP by July 18 to Greg Schweser – schwe233@umn.edu – 612-625-9706

On Thursday, July 21, the Experiment in Rural Cooperation (University of Minnesota SE Regional Sustainable Development Partnership) will host a panel of project leaders from Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa who have been working to expand the capacity of local farmers to grow, produce and sell food in their own regions. Come hear the stories of these local food pioneers, participate in small group discussions, and network with your neighbors to be part of the movement to strengthen the regional food system of Southeast Minnesota.

Directions: http://www.roch.edu/html-spectrum/getting_to_ucr.html
Building map: http://www.rctc.edu/campustour/maps/buildingmaps.html#ucr
Parking is available in lots around the main campus building. West lots are closest to the room.

More Info: SE_Food_Meeting_Jly2011

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