Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference
Monday, August 12, 2024
Now in its 25th year, the Northern Michigan Small Farm Conference regularly connects producers, growers, and aspiring farmers from across the region for on-land learning, hands-on workshops, and networking. Farmers and land stewards of all backgrounds gather to network, share ideas, and gain new skills that will make small farms in Michigan more economically and environmentally sustainable. The conference is a program of Crosshatch Center for Art and Ecology.
To showcase the diversity of farms and regions in Northwest Lower Michigan, the conference rotates its location to a different county each year, offering tours and workshops at local farms. This year, the hub of the conference will be Grow Benzie, a rural prosperity incubator in Benzie County, with additional tours and workshops at nearby farms. After last year's successful pilot of this new August format, the organizers decided to continue it. Previously held in January, the conference is now more accessible and allows attendees to tour farms at the height of their production. This year's conference will be held on Monday, August 12, 2024.
This Year's Highlights:
Farm Tours and Hands-On Workshops: Experience local farms at the height of their production.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other farmers and professionals in the industry.
How You Can Get Involved:
Attend the Conference: Join us as a guest to learn, network, and explore. Register here.
Submit a Proposal to Speak at the Conference: We are seeking dynamic session leaders and speakers to present on various small farming topics. Proposals for hands-on, interactive learning, discussions, and storytelling are welcome. Due to space limitations, only a portion of the submissions can be accepted. For priority consideration, submit your proposal by June 21, 2024. Submit your proposal here.
Sponsor the Conference: Support the conference and gain visibility for your business or organization within the farming community. Sponsorship is a fantastic way to demonstrate your commitment to local agriculture. Attached is a document outlining the sponsorship benefits.
Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in a transformative event in the small farming community. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact me at (231) 533-2555 or katrina@crosshatch.org.