Collaborating for a Resilient Local Food Future
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Collaborating for a Resilient Local Food Future

Florida Organic Growers; Florida Local Food Project high impact symposium event!

By Florida Organic Growers

Date and time

Location

3959 Douglas Rd

3959 Douglas Road Miami, FL 33133

Agenda

8:30 AM

Registration Check-in

Arrive at the check-in to obtain your name badge and begin networking with other attendees before our productive day of discussions and sessions starts!

9:00 AM

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Florida Local Food Project

Katrina Morris

Lana Chehabeddine, Assistant Programs Manager at Florida Organic Growers and Consumers, LLC and Katrina Morris, Coordinator for FIU Relations & Event Logistics, will warmly welcome attendees and serv...

9:40 AM

Round Robin Lightning Talks: Innovation in Action

Get ready for a fast-paced, high-impact session designed to spark ideas and inspire action. In this dynamic format, participants will select two topics, each presented in a 20-minute lightning talk. ...

9:40 AM

Topic: Innovative Agriculture

Explore sustainable farming practices that restore ecosystems and build resilience.

9:40 AM

Topic: Innovative Grant Writing Approaches

Learn creative strategies for securing funding and telling your story effectively.

9:40 AM

Topic: Innovative Land Access Models

Participants will delve into innovative models such as community land trusts, cooperative ownership, land leasing strategies, and public-private partnerships that are reshaping how land is acquired, ...

10:55 AM

From Soil to Soul: How Local Flavor and Food Stories Drive Culinary Innovation

A candid conversation featuring a farmer, chef, and food entrepreneur exploring how collaboration across the food system brings local ingredients to life—from farm to plate to market. Topics include ...

11:45 AM

Networking Lunch & Local Tastes Experience

Unwind and connect during this informal networking session. Share ideas, reflect on the morning’s insights, and build new relationships. Optional lunch curated by Wayra Roots (pre-order by July 13)...

12:45 PM

Building sustainable food businesses - Breakout Sessions

Dive into focused, action-oriented breakout sessions designed to empower farmers, chefs, and entrepreneurs with the tools, insights, and connections needed to build resilient, values-driven food busi...

2:00 PM

Mapping Our Movement: Collaborative Action with Hylo - Collaborative Activity

Participants will explore how the Hylo network platform can be used to strengthen collaboration, share resources, and catalyze collective action within sustainable food systems. Guided by the event h...

3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

Closing Reflections: Harvesting Insights, Seeding Action

Roundtable Reflection Session This interactive roundtable offers a meaningful space to pause, reflect, and share the insights, connections, and inspirations gathered throughout the event. Facilitated...

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours
  • Free venue parking

Join Us for a Special Agriculture Symposium!

Are you a member of the Florida Local Food Project and actively producing, procuring, and/or promoting local food? You're invited to a vibrant day of learning, networking, and innovation as we bring together educators, growers, advocates, and community leaders from across Florida. Together, we’ll explore the future of local food systems, sustainable agriculture, and community resilience.

This event is made possible through the collaborative efforts of Florida International University's Interational Center for Tropical Botany thanks to Katrina Morris, Coordinator for FIU Relations & Event Logistics, and Florida Organic Growers, as part of the USDA-funded Florida Local Food Project.


📊 Help Us Grow: Share Your Voice

As this project is supported by a USDA grant, data collection is essential. We kindly ask all participants to complete a brief Qualtrics survey to help us measure impact and improve future programming.


🌱 Join the Florida Local Food Network

Are you a “food actor”—someone involved in producing, promoting, providing, or selling local food in your community?
We invite you to join our FREE statewide network of food system changemakers.
👉 Submit this form to receive your invitation and connect with others working to strengthen Florida’s local food economy.


🗓 Designed With You in Mind

This symposium agenda was shaped by community feedback and needs assessments. Your participation will not only expand your knowledge but also contribute to a growing collective of shared expertise and local wisdom.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and cultivate change.


🌿 Culinary Lunch Add-On: Nourish Your Day with Wayra Roots

👉 Click HERE to place your order by July 13th!

We’re thrilled to offer a delicious, plant-based lunch experience curated by Wayra Roots, featuring vibrant meals made with yuca and other farm-fresh, locally sourced ingredients. All dishes are 100% gluten-free and served in compostable packaging, in alignment with FIU’s plastic-free policy.

🍽️ Please note: Lunch is not complimentary and must be purchased separately.

✨ Quantities are limited — pre-ordering is highly recommended to guarantee your meal.

Treat yourself to a meal that’s as sustainable as it is satisfying!


We can’t wait to see you there!


*By attending, you consent to being photographed, filmed, or recorded. Media may be used for promotional purposes. Notify staff to opt out, though incidental inclusion in crowd shots may still occur. Thank you for your understanding!

Frequently asked questions

Is there Free Parking

Yes, there will be parking enough for 50 cars. Please try and carpool with other known attendees.

Is there a capacity for attendance?

Yes, this event will be limited to up to 65 persons unless accommodations have been requested and confirmed by the organizing body.

Will there be photography on site?

Yes. By attending, you consent to being photographed, filmed, or recorded. Media may be used for promotional purposes. Notify staff to opt out, though incidental inclusion in crowd shots may still occur.

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