From farm tours and cooking demonstrations to beginning farmer workshops and seasonal tastings, let us help you find events that showcase and grow Arizona’s best local food!
Come and talk to USDA-NRCS and FSA representatives about resources available to your Urban, Small-Scale, or Beginning Farm!
Join Local First Arizona's first information session on the Center
Nominations for farmers and ranchers to serve on local U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) are now being accepted!
Farm Service Agency - Stakeholder Engagement Webinar
Beginning Farmer Rancher Development Program: Workshop 1
Join RFSI to hear about the RFSI application process and grant writing supports being offered this winter
Come to December's Urban Ag Hour and learn about Pesticide Safety, the Rural Energy for America Program, and Value Added Producer Grant!
Discover how the Grower Grant Program supports small-scale food producers in Coconino and Navajo Counties
Attendees will hear about the technical assistance available to prospective applicants and grantees – and why FLSP is uniquely suited to address their needs.
We invite you to join us for the Arizona Sustainability Alliance 2023 Sustainability Celebration. It will be an inspiring morning of advancing and celebrating sustainability. The event will feature a delicious breakfast, networking opportunities, a keynote address from American Forests President & CEO, Jad Daley, and an engaging discussion facilitated by Arizona Town Hall. The event will occur in the Palo Verde Ballroom at the Mesa Convention Center on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023.
Step into a world of fresh flavors, hands-on learning, and connections that grow strong roots in our communities.
Experts from the Tucson City of Gastronomy present resources and information to grow local food businesses in Southern Arizona.
Come to September's Urban Ag Hour and learn about Integrated Pest Management for Urban and Small Farms, and Accessing Land for small farms!
Experts from the Tucson City of Gastronomy present resources and information to grow local food businesses in Southern Arizona.
This webinar will address aspects of grant writing for the Farmer/Rancher and Professional + Producer programs, the new requirements for research with human subjects and animals, and the online submission process.
Join us with over 300 rural leaders and stakeholders for capacity-building sessions, receptions, hands-on workshops, and keynote presentations.
Come to July's Urban Ag Hour and learn about business planning and structure for small farms as well as eligibility for NRCS EQIP funding!
What Can We Do? Solutions to Arizona’s Water Challenges.
New to succulents (and cacti), or do you just want to learn more about them?
Build your operation's capacity by attending this free training on AgBusiness, Financial Literacy, and Climate Literacy in Tucson, Arizona from July 24-28th.
Join the Arizona Agricultural Institute for a morning of virtual farm tours to learn about what we grow in AZ!
Join us for March's Urban Ag Hour, part of a series to highlight programs, services, and expertise for urban farms!
This Show & Tell will showcase three women makers of mezcal; Diana Pinzon, Sandra Ortiz Brena, and Silvia Phillon to talk about the rich cultural history of Agave, their journey in leading and reshaping the industry. RSVP for a night of high-energy style presentations, live music, and more!
Join us for this webinar with speakers and panelists to discuss farmer’s market vendor tips, challenges, and solutions with a Q and A session.
If you need your website designed and you’re an upcoming BIPOC farmer, attend the workshop for further information on how we can help you!
Let's legume! Join Maya’s Farm for an afternoon with food, drinks, fun, and learning about the Native legumes of Arizona and the Southwest.
The Sustainable Agriculture Summit is the premier sustainability event for agriculture and by agriculture, convening the collective food and agriculture value chain to learn, develop and advance a shared vision for a sustainable and resilient U.S. food system.
Are you a new or beginning farmer/rancher interested in starting a plant food or livestock operation?
Join us for a 3-part series where we cover topics ranging from:
Soil Health and Weed Mitigation
USDA Programs for Beginning Farmers
Business and Marketing Plans
POS Software
Customer Relationships and Business Management
Food Safety and More!
In-person and virtual options are available.
