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Plastic Pot Recycling
You can help reduce the amount of horticultural waste in landfills by recycling your plastic garden pots, polystyrene cell packs and trays at the Missouri Botanical Garden. This program collected 140,000 pounds of horticultural waste in 2011. This is an … Continue reading
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Tagged AgriMissouri, horticultural waste, plastic pot, recycling
High Tunnel Build Workshop
Bring your work boots and questions while we help a family farm put up a 30′ x 72′ movable high tunnel on V-track. Mechanical engineer Greg Garbos will be onhand for the free workshop. Lunch is provided. For additional information … Continue reading
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Tagged AgriMissouri, high tunnel, storybook farm
Craft Brewery Trends
Craft breweries have continued to grow throughout Missouri. FEAST Magazine recently published an article discussing the trend in the St. Louis area – and how it might impact your favorite local watering hole. http://www.feaststl.com/this-months-feast/feature-articles/article_537b5bd2-07f9-11e2-816c-0019bb30f31a.html
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Tagged craft beer, St. Louis
Specialty Food Purchases Increasing
Check out this news story about the rise of specialty food purchases across the country! http://www.gourmetretailer.com/top-story-profiles___trends-more_consumers_buying_specialty_food__nasft-10774.html
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Tagged AgriMissouri, specialty food
Askinosie Chocolate Expands
It’s always great to hear about an AgriMissouri member growing their business. Here’s a story from Gourmet Retailer Magazine talking about Askinosie Chocolate’s expansion into new national markets. http://www.gourmetretailer.com/top-story-distribution-askinosie_chocolate_debuts_at_anthropologie-10846.html
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Tagged AgriMissouri, askinosie chocolate, business expansion
Trends in the Gluten-Free Market
If you are a producer who retails gluten-free products, you might be interested in this report from Gourmet Retailer Magazine detailing trends in the industry. http://www.gourmetretailer.com/images/pdf/GF.pdf
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Tagged AgriMissouri, gluten-free
Schnucks Taking Steps to Grow Local
St. Louis-based Schnuck Markets Inc. has partnered with BrightFarms Inc. to build a new greenhouse that can deliver local produce year round, starting sometime in 2013, according to a report in the St. Louis Business Journal. The $2 million, 43,500-square-foot … Continue reading
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Tagged AgriMissouri, buy local, greenhouse, schnucks
Kroger to Recruit Veterans
The Progressive Grocer reports Kroger Co. is partnering with other major companies in the 100,000 jobs mission to recruit transitioning veterans. Check out the link to learn more. http://www.progressivegrocer.com/top-stories/headlines/industry-intelligence/id36656/kroger-launches-military-recruiting-initiative/
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Whole Foods 2nd Annual Grass-Fed Beef Chili Cook Off
Cast your vote for the best grass-fed beef chili at this free event. All 10 of Whole Foods’ teams will compete to win $500 to be donated to their favorite charity. Your votes, and those of the celebrity judges determine … Continue reading
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Tagged chili, free event, grass-fed, Kaldi's Coffee, Schlafly Beer, Whole Foods, win a gift card
Grand Tasting
The Grand Tasting is a night Columbia’s wine lovers look forward to all year long. This year’s Grand Tasting showcases more than 400 wines. Your $50 ticket comes in the form of a passport. Make your way to the booths … Continue reading
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Tagged AgriMissouri, Grand Tasting, local food, Missouri local food, Missouri Wine
Plants and People: China (Interactive Exhibit)
Visitors of all ages are invited to explore the wonders of China, a country rich in natural landscapes, habitats and plant species diversity at the Missouri Botanical Garden. Enjoy interactive displays, images, artifacts, costumes, puppets, games, puzzles and books as … Continue reading
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Tagged AgriMissouri, China, interactive exhibit, Missouri Botanical Garden
Best of Missouri Market
The Best of Missouri Market, a Missouri Botanical Garden signature event, draws an annual attendance of 25,000 people to the Garden over the course of the three-day Market event. More than 120 Missouri food producers and crafters offer fresh produce, … Continue reading
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Beyond the Farmers’ Market: Scaling Up Local Food Systems
This two-day workshop will teach strategies for creating dynamic local food systems that help communities establish thriving local businesses, protect natural resources and strengthen community ties. Registration is $40 and due May 24. For more information, Contact Debi Kelly, 234 … Continue reading
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Tagged AgriMissouri, local food systems, University of Missouri Extension
Grand Opening – The Blue Owl Sweet Shoppe
Car Cruise – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pie Judging and Ribbon Cutting – 2 p.m. Kids’ Karaoke – 4 to 8 p.m. More Information – (636) 671-6233, www.theblueowl.com
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Tagged AgriMissouri, local food, The Blue Owl
Brand Appetite
Enrich is partnering with Feast Magazine to gather a panel of experts to discuss branding and marketing specifically for businesses in the food industry. A panel discussion will begin the night, followed by wine and eats. For more information or … Continue reading
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Tagged agribusiness, AgriMissouri, Enrich, Feast Magazine
Area-wide Sustainable Backyard Tour
Learn what you need to know to implement food production in your yard and garden, from vegetables and fruit trees to bees and chickens. See firsthand how homeowners in St. Louis City and County are transforming their yards from energy … Continue reading
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Tagged AgriMissouri, green living, rainwater conervation, renewable energy production, sustainable backyard tour
Pork-Fork-Cork and Lamb
Join the crew at Newman Farm for their annual farm to table event. The day begins at 10 a.m. with introductions and a farm tour, followed by lunch and a carcass cutting demonstration. Later a panel of chefs and consumers … Continue reading
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Tagged AgriMissouri, farm to table, local food, Newman Farm
Elderberry Workshop and Farm Tour
Educational workshop tailored for anyone interested in growing elderberries on a commercial basis. Questions: Terry Durham 573.999.3034
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Tagged AgriMissouri, elderberries, eridu farms, mo grown
Open House – Alan T. Busby Agriculture Farm
This event is open to the public. A box lunch will be available for $5.00 benefiting the Lincoln University Agriculture Club. Pre-register by Friday by calling 573.681.5543 or online at http://www.lincolnu.edu/web/cooperative-research/university-farms. Please let us know if you need special accommodations. … Continue reading
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Tagged agriculture, Lincoln University Extension, Organic, small farms, sustainable
The Great Missouri Buzz Off
It’s time to get out in those gardens – and what better way to get your plants growing than bees. Whether you want to pollinate your fruits and vegetables, dabble in beekeeping or join the ranks of professional beekeeping, this will assist … Continue reading
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Third Annual Maplewood Coffee Crawl
http://www.feaststl.com/feast-events/article_b9ea43e4-5744-11e1-9f98-0019bb30f31a.html
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Tagged coffee, coffee crawl, maplewood
Missouri School offers Culinary Degrees
An article from Feast Magazine about culinary training opportunities http://www.feaststl.com/online-exclusives/the-feed/article_e225597c-8d7a-11e1-9f06-0019bb30f31a.html
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A Revival of Spirits
An article from Feast Magazine discussing the growing world of craft distilling in Missouri. http://www.feaststl.com/this-months-feast/feature-articles/article_91edcd42-71fd-11e1-994c-001a4bcf6878.html
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Tagged beer, craft brewing, distilling, spirits
Boonville Casino to Serve Local Beef
Missouri Legacy Beef now being served at Isle of Capri Casino, Boonville http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6fP6nX9Tsik&feature=share
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Tagged Farmers Pick Buffet, missouri legacy beef
New Buffet at Casino Features Local Food
Isle of Capri Casino General Manager Baron Fuller talks about the new “Farmers Pick Buffet,” featuring local Missouri producers. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EokV6jaaFkg
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Tagged Farmers Pick Buffet, local food
It’s All About Structure and Organization
In order to develop and maintain a viable farmers’ market, an organized and well thought out process needs to be implemented. Continue reading
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AgriMissouri Members – Canvas Tote Bags Now Available
Farmers’ market canvas tote bags are available for farmers’ markets and businesses to purchase. Continue reading
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Food Safety for Farmers’ Markets
Foods sold at farmers’ markets must be wholesome, safe, and from approved sources. Post includes links to state regualted guidelines. Continue reading
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AgriMissouri Logo for You
Attention AgriMissouri™ Members ($50 and $100 level only) – to those of you that have not already taken full advantage of the AgriMissouri logo, you can include the official logo on your products packaging, marketing materials, websites and other published materials. Show the world you are proud to be a member of a group that sells Missouri!
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Agroforestry Means Food Prosperity…and More!
News article about a business producing wholesome mushroom products while sustainably managing the forest at the same time. Continue reading
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Agritourism Survey
A survey of agritourism operators was conducted to determine the impact agritourism has on their farms as well as communities. Continue reading
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