Keeping produce safe and meeting buyers’ and regulatory expectations starts with strong cleaning and sanitation practices. Farms that implement proper procedures not only protect public health but also improve efficiency and build trust with customers. To help growers and farm workers strengthen these skills, we invite you to join us on September 8th from 1:00…Read more about Cleaning and Sanitation Workshop[Read More]
Sarah Hanson
How many times have you watched as a potential buyer walks away from a fruit or vegetable they are unfamiliar with? On the flip side, have you noticed how a quick explanation about proper storage at home and recipe ideas—can turn hesitation into a sale? Imagine something that easily tells the customer about selecting, storing,…Read more about Boost Your Produce Sales with FoodLink: A Free Resource for Farmers[Read More]
Veteran-grown food to Indiana schools Are you a Veteran farmer in Indiana? Help Us Bring Hoosier-grown, Veteran-grown food to Indiana schools! At Ease Orchard has received a planning grant to advance the Patrick Leahy Farm to School Program by focusing on one key question: How can more Indiana Veteran farmers take part? We’d love your input—no matter your…Read more about Indiana Food Systems News[Read More]
Purdue Extension is offering the Farmers Market Certificate, a virtual training designed to equip market managers, vendors, and community leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to operate successful and sustainable farmers markets. This program will provide essential insights into best practices, food safety regulations, legal considerations, marketing strategies, conflict management, and customer engagement techniques…Read more about Purdue Extension to Host Virtual Farmers Market Certificate[Read More]
Are you a local food producer interested in selling your products to restaurants, grocery stores, schools, or wholesale distributors? Or maybe you want to explore additional marketing options? Join us for the Market Ready Producer Training Program to gain the tools for business success! The program includes the training, lunch, a buyer panel, and a…Read more about Market Ready Producer Training[Read More]
Many produce farmers donate food to various organizations around the area. At a time when food pantries are seeing high numbers of people coming for assistance with food insecurity, the fact that farmers can help out is wonderful. My goal is to give you more information so that donating is even easier. Let’s briefly start…Read more about Donating Produce to Food Banks and Food Rescue Organizations in Indiana[Read More]
Farmers market managers and vendors can join Purdue Extension for the Farmers Market Certificate Program online. The cost is $75. Learn how to navigate food safety regulations, understand legal issues of markets, improve market stability, offer food assistance programs, manage conflict, and more. This program will meet in four (4) sessions on Thursdays from 6:30-8:30…Read more about Farmers Market Program for Vendors and Managers[Read More]