Going Local: Can the Great Valley Do it?

Can grassroots efforts build awareness of local agriculture?
Changemakers Day
August 29, 2008

11,000 third-graders, hundreds of volunteers, and three days—that’s all San Joaquin County needs to educate thousands of children, teachers and parents about local agriculture. San Joaquin County produces nearly two-billon dollars in agricultural products, much of that exported out of the county. However, in an ever-growing population the urgency to educate is greater than it has ever been. Through demonstrations, field days, and outreach, farmers are collaborating to build an unconventional partnership focused on the healthy attributes of eating local.

Moderator: Joseph McIntyre, Ag Innovations Network
Panelists: Scott Hudson, San Joaquin County Ag Commissioner; Katie Patterson, San Joaquin Farm Bureau’s Foundation for Ag Education; Molly Watkins, Select San Joaquin Program

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Katie October 24, 2008 66.17.20.102 Votes: +0	Mike Robinson, Delta Farmer should be listed on the first photo before Molly Watkins. report abuse vote down vote up