TRACY’S LANDING, Md. — MOFFA, the Maryland Organic Food and Farming Association, announces its 26th Annual Winter Meeting on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Maryland Department of Agriculture Building, 50 Harry S. Truman Parkway in Annapolis. The meeting is open to the public. Snow Date is Feb. 18.
At this public meeting, you can join farmers, consumers, advocates and researchers.
“Whether you are a consumer or distributor looking for good sources of local organic food, or a farmer or gardener in search of new ideas, techniques and inspiration, the MOFFA Winter Meeting has something for you,” MOFFA Chairperson Holly Budd said.
The day will consist of presentations, panels and workshops, including research talks by University Of Maryland Extension and scientists.
Attendees:
- Please bring a dish to share for the Potluck Lunch, one of the highlights of the meeting.
- You can bring seeds to exchange with the other participants in the MOFFA Seed Swap.
- You are encouraged to donate an item for the Auction to support MOFFA.
- Members may bring display materials and table space will be available in exchange for auction item donations.
Registration is $20 for non-members and $5 for members. Membership is $25 for one year, $45 for two years and $12 for students. Registration is at the door or online. For more information or to register online, go to marylandorganic.org or contact Holly Budd at 443-975-4181.
More information at http://marylandorganic.org/events/
— Maryland Organic Food and Farming Association
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