Early bird registration and room block at the Best Western ends September 29. Registration closes on October 7.
Early Bird Registration and room block at the Best Western Inn ends September 29, 2024. Registration closes on October 7th.
Click here for more information and to register! We hope to see you there!
The Municipal Agriculture Economic Development and Planning Forum (MAEDPF) is a great place to up-level your learning and connections in agriculture economic development and planning at this action-packed 2+ day event!
The 16th annual Municipal Agriculture Economic Development and Planning Forum will take place from October 22 to 24, 2024 at the Best Western Pembroke Inn and Conference Centre. The forum is co-hosted by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness (OMAFA) and the County of Renfrew. The theme for this year’s event is Growing Together: Nurturing Agriculture for Rural Community Prosperity.
“We are excited to be hosting the Forum for the first time in Eastern Ontario and look forward to welcoming our municipal agriculture economic development and planning colleagues to Pembroke and Renfrew County this October 22-24. The forum is a great opportunity to learn, share and engage about how we can better support the vibrant agriculture sector in our rural communities. See you in October!” Melissa Marquardt , Manager of Economic Development, County of Renfrew.
Why should you attend this year’s forum:
- The Forum is jam-packed with inspiring speakers, panel discussions and epic conversations. Topics range from the future of our food, agricultural systems, the strength of agricultural advisory committees, what’s new in in agriculture economic development planning, next generation farming, local case studies and an engaging Open Space discussion to round out the day!
- Network face-to-face with people who are passionate about agriculture economic development and planning. The conversations will flow, new relationships will be forged, and problems will be solved!
- The Forum is making its debut in Eastern Ontario and Renfrew County as the host plans to raise the bar high! Being Ontario’s largest county, encompassing 17 vibrant rural communities it’s known for its rich rural character and thrives on key sectors such as farming, forestry, and wood processing offering something of value to everyone.
- Experience that famous Ottawa Valley Hospitality! The Ottawa Valley is home to a unique blend of shops, boutiques, studios and galleries that showcase the craftsmanship of local artisans, makers and producers. Experience local entertainment and indulge in local cuisine and culinary delights.
- Savour locally sourced foods from amazing producers and processors from across Renfrew County at this event. You will have a chance to taste a variety of Renfrew County’s finest food and beverage offerings. On October 23 attendees will be treated to a remarkable bus tour of several farms and agri-tourism businesses culminating in a fresh and delicious farm-to-fork lunch at one of the stops.
Melissa Marquardt, County of Renfrew and Karen Fischer, OMAFA, Co-Hosts
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