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Appalachian Center For Economic Networks
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The snow has finally melted and here at ACEnet, we and our partners have several trainings and events planed. Its time to shake the long bouts of cabin fever and get ready for a busy spring summer. We hope to see you soon!
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March & April Workshops and Events
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Tuesday, March 17th
1:00-4:00 pm & 6:00-9:00 pm
GAP Training
The Ohio State University Fruit and Vegetable Safety Team will be presenting an educational class on Good Agricultural Practices or 'GAPs' for Muskingum and surrounding Counties to educate produce growers on on-farm produce safety. This event is sponsored by Rural Action.
Thursday, March 19th
4:00-5:30
Understanding the Product Development Process
ACEnet's Food Ventures Center Director and licensed thermal processor, Larry Fisher, will provide information on requirements for turning a home recipe into a commercial food product. Topics will include developing your scheduled process, the Process Authority Letter, FDA Filing, sourcing ingredients and packaging
Saturday, March 21st
10:00-12:00
Using Social Media to Promote Local Food
Social media provides a free platform for promoting local food events, educating consumers about products, and increasing consumer engagement. Learn tips on how to best utilize social media for local food promotions.
Thursdasy, March 26
From Idea to Market
ACEnet Program Director, Leslie Schaller will help food entrepreneurs test their marketing assumptions to build customer interest and sales viability. The workshop will include information on logo, label, product packaging and marketing trends. Participants are requested to bring product samples and first stage marketing materials to share.
Tuesday, March 31
6:00-9:00
Blue Ribbon Pork
The Perry County Blue Ribbon Pork program encourages young 4-H members to get involved in agriculture by raising, showing, and selling their animals at the fair. The Blue Ribbon Pork is processed in Zanesville and made available for sale in the Somerset area.
For more information on Somerset and Zanesville workshops contact
Tom Readfern.
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Saturday, April 4th
10:00-12:00
Selling at Farmers Markets
Interested in learning about health department regulations and tips for selling at your local farmers market? This workshop is for you!
Saturday, April 11
10:00
Ramps: Appalachia's Wild Leeks
Ramps, sometimes called wild leeks, are a plant native to the mountains here in central Appalachia, and there is a long history of harvesting them for food.
Monday, April 13
4:00-5:00
Risk Management
Brent Hartman, of O'Nail Hartman Insurance,
will provide an overview of the business owner's policy emphasizing types of coverage that are crucial to food businesses. Using real-world examples he will illustrate how these types of coverage protect the business, and its owners, from catastrophic losses. We will also discuss Products/ Completed Operations coverage, relevant to anyone manufacturing a food product.
Saturday, April 18
10:00
Social Media Strategies for your Business
Social media provides a free platform for promoting your events, educating consumers about products, and increasing consumer engagement. Learn tips on how to best utilize social media for promoting your business.
Sunday, April 19th
Athens Beautification day!
Saturday, April 25th
10:00-11:00
Season Extension Techniques
Learn farming methods to help extend your growing season through the use of green houses, row covers, and other methods.
Saturday, April 25th
10:00-11:00,
Starting a Local Food Business
There are many considerations when starting up a local food business. This session will help navigate food safety regulations, business structure and other aspects of food entrepreneurship.
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Thank you to our 30th Anniversary Champion Sponsors!
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94 Columbus Rd, Athens, OH 45701
740-592-3854
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