A few weeks ago, I came across a great learning opportunity for those of us in Connecticut and surrounding areas and I wanted to pass it along. On Saturday, March 3rd, the Connecticut chapter of the Northeast Organic Farming Association (CT NOFA) will be holding its 30th annual Winter Conference at Manchester Community College.
The keynote address will be delivered by Jeffrey M. Smith, author of Seeds of Deception who will speak about GMOs. But, even if a talk about the evils of "big agriculture" isn't your kind of thing, there is plenty more for everyone to enjoy, from the beginning gardener to the full-time farmer. Other workshop topics include pasture raising laying hens, growing garlic, nuts, and mushrooms, managing honey bees, composting, animal welfare, and just about everything else you can imagine. Check out a copy of the full program here.
Early bird registration ends February 18th, and the cost is $45 for NOFA members, $55 for non-members, and only $30 for seniors and students. After 2/18/12, the registration fee only goes up $5. Better yet, if you volunteer 2 hours of your time at the meeting you'll save $10 off the registration!
Hope to see you there!
Thanks for the info, Tom! Managing honey bees....something my Dad has been talking about for years! I'll see if he can come.
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