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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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