Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Growers Conference

From marketing and weed management to cucurbits and environmental controls, the Alabama Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association (AFVGA) Conference and Trade Show is fertile ground for producer education.

The annual convention is Nov. 16-17 at the Clanton Conference & Performing Arts Center in Clanton. Registration is $100 and closes Oct. 23 at tinyurl.com/afvga17.

AFVGA Executive Director Mac Higginbotham called the conference and trade show a one-stop-shop for farmers to glean information and network.

“Alabama’s horticulture industry is booming in response to consumers buying more local fruits, vegetables and added-value products,” Higginbotham said. “Our conference is a great opportunity for new producers and seasoned growers to share information and learn from industry experts.”

Workshops will cover:

• Food safety
• Greenhouses
• Fruit and berry production
• Irrigation
• Pollinator management and more.

Keynote speaker Dr. Amnon Erez will discuss peach production issues to close the conference. Erez works at Israel’s Agricultural Research Organization.

Trade show booths are $400 for industry and $300 for nonprofits, universities and agencies.

Attendees can tour Boozer Farms, a diversified family operation in Thorsby, for an additional $15. Educational sessions will be recorded and available on flash drives for $25. Lunch Nov. 16 is provided courtesy of the Alabama Farmers Cooperative.

Register at tinyurl.com/afvga17. Questions? Contact Higginbotham at mhigginbotham@alfafarmers.org. See more on AlfaFarmers.org.

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