Farmer Scholarships
There are many Florida small farmers who want to attend this year’s conference but cannot do so due to financial challenges. There are more than 30 eligible applicants for farmer scholarships, but insufficient funds to… Read More
Meet Our Food Suppliers: Heart of Christmas Farms
Heart of Christmas Farms, located in Christmas, Fla., grows organic fruits and vegetables hydroponically. The organic fruits and vegetables include: strawberries, tomatoes, greens, herbs, peppers, lettuces, squash, sprouts, micro-greens, edible flowers, radishes, spinach and more…. Read More
Meet Our Food Suppliers: Oyster Island Mushrooms, LLC
Oyster Island Mushrooms LLC, located in Vero Beach, Fla., is located in an ideal spot for growing gourmet and medicinal mushrooms. The property where the mushrooms are grown has a pond with an artesian well… Read More
Meet Our Food Suppliers: Wild Ocean Seafood Market
Wild Ocean Seafood Market has provided local, fresh Florida seafood for over four generations. The family-owned and operated seafood markets are located in Titusville and Port Canaveral. It got its start as the premiere provider… Read More
The Cordon d’ Or – Gold Ribbon Florida Culinary Academy Awards
The Cordon d’ Or – Gold Ribbon Florida Culinary Academy Awards was introduced into the Cordon d’ Or Annual International Culinary Academy Awards Program in 2008. Many Culinary personalities from across the State of Florida… Read More
Meet Our Food Suppliers: Lake Meadow Naturals
Lake Meadow Naturals, located in Ocoee, Fla., raises hormone and antibiotic-free chicken and duck eggs. Their poultry are raised in stress-free conditions, which allow them to grow to their best natural potential. The farm has… Read More
Interesting Article: Southwest Florida Home to Many Young Farmers
An interesting read from the Ft. Myers News-Press: June 12, 2013 Southwest Florida Home to Many Young Farmers By: Yvonne Ayala McClellan FORT MYERS | Some mornings, Lara Collier dons rubber boots to walk the… Read More
Innovative Farmer Award: Joseph Ballard and Paul Speros
At this year’s conference, farmers Joseph Ballard and Paul Speros will receive the honor of the 2013 Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference “Innovative Farmer Award”. Joseph Ballard and Paul Speros are the farmers… Read More
Keynote Speaker: Annie Novak
Annie Novak, founder and director of Growing Chefs, to provide the keynote address at the 5th Annual Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference, August 2-4, 2013 in Kissimmee, Florida. Annie Novak is founder and… Read More
Innovative Farmer Award: Natalie B. Parkell and Kevin Osburn
At this year’s conference, farmers Natalie B. Parkell and Kevin Osburn will receive the honor of the 2013 Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference “Innovative Farmer Award”. Natalie B. Parkell and Kevin Osburn’s farm,… Read More