Grass Roots Network of Black Farmers hosts State Farm Services Agency Director for Fireside Chat
NEWS ALERT
February 22, 2023
Grass Roots Network of Black Farmers hosts State Farm Services Agency Director for Fireside Chat
Augusta, GA – Growing Augusta: Arts, Agriculture, & Agency is proud to announce the upcoming ‘Farmer/Producer Fireside Chat’ on March 2, 2023, in Augusta, Georgia. This important event will bring together socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers from the area to discuss and learn about the resources available to them.
The keynote speakers for this event are Arthur Tripp, State Executive Director of Farm Services Agency, and event co-host Nakita Hemingway, a former candidate for state agriculture commissioner. These two accomplished individuals will share their experiences and insights on the challenges faced by farmers and ranchers of color in the state of Georgia, and will provide practical solutions for overcoming these challenges.
The goal of this event is to provide farmers and ranchers of color with the information and resources they need to succeed in their businesses. Topics to be covered include access to capital, marketing, and education and training programs.
Partner agencies Agriculture Networks and Black Farm Street invite all farmers and ranchers of color in east central Georgia to attend. This is a unique opportunity to connect with other producers, gain valuable knowledge, and help shape the future of agriculture in the state of Georgia.
Farmer/Producer Fireside Chat with Director Arthur Tripp
March 2, 2023 - 2:00-4:00pm
Black Farm Street, 1150 Fifth Street, Augusta GA 30901
Register at www.growingaugusta.co/classes
Questions/Comments for Director Tripp?
Chimere Joy Brown, Outreach Coordinator, +1 (706) 814-8021