Announcing the Values-Based Food System Gathering!
November 5, 2025
Need More Acres Farm | Scottsville, KY

We’re gathering changemakers to build a food system rooted in values—where community well-being, balanced access, and resilience come first.

In partnership with the National Farm to School Network, National Center for Sustainable Technology, USDA, state and local organizations, this gathering will bring together:
Farmers
Institutional Buyers
Technical Support Providers
Community Advocates

Together, we’ll explore how values-based procurement can transform our schools, healthcare systems, and communities by aligning purchasing power with what matters most: people.

BONUS: First 25 farmers to register receive a $100 stipend for time and travel!

Event Highlights:
Locally sourced breakfast & lunch
Breakout sessions with statewide leaders
Farm & Food Hub tour

Agenda:
8:30 – 9:00 AM | Registration & Breakfast
9:00 – 9:30 AM | Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:30 – 11:30 AM | Breakout Sessions
• Farm to School Procurement
• Farm to Healthcare Programming
• Market & Funding Opportunities
11:30 – 1:00 PM | Locally Sourced Lunch & 1:1 Networking
1:00 – 2:00 PM | Farm & Food Hub Tour

Register now: https://lnkd.in/eXA6szvF

Let’s build a values-based food system—together.