Vegetable Field Day at Whitehurst Farm

Vegetable Field Day at Whitehurst Farm

Join us for a day of learning at Whitehurst Farm. This free event is for vegetable farmers and growers in East Texas. Space is limited!

By Sue Beckwith

Date and time

Thursday, May 9 · 9am - 12pm CDT

Location

6580 FM 332 Rd

6580 FM 332 Road Brenham, TX 77833

Agenda

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Check In & Introductions

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Main Event: Farm Tour & Discussion

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Small Group Activity

About this event

  • 3 hours

Vegetable Field Day at Whitehurst Farm

Hosted with support from Southern SARE


Come join the Texas Center for Local Food for a day of learning at Whitehurst Farm! Our Vegetable Field Day will showcase owner Michael Marchand, a diversified, organic vegetable farmer selling into direct and wholesale markets in the Houston area. Michael will walk you through his farm, sharing why he started focusing on vegetable production and the economic viability of small-scale vegetable farming in Texas.

This is a casual outdoor event meant to spark conversation and create new connections for vegetable producers in Eastern Texas. All experience levels are welcome. Because space is limited, please only register if you're confident you can make it out! This helps our planning and ensures everyone who wants to be there has a spot.

We'll have water, coffee, and small snacks to share. Please bring a water bottle, a lawn chair if you have one, and make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. See you there!

For questions, contact AskMe@TexasLocalFood.org.

Frequently asked questions

What should I bring with me?

A water bottle, lawn chair, and appropriate attire, plus any other essentials you need to be comfortable.

Can my children attend?

You're more than welcome to bring the family. Please register everyone who may want coffee/snacks and let us know if any younger children will be attending. Note this is an outdoor event on a working farm, so everyone will need to stick with the tour group!

Will there be food?

We will provide water, coffee, and light snacks -- not a full lunch.

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