MVFP Board Members Met With Commonwealth of Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Matthew Lohr.
MVFP and GWCARC hosted a community meeting with Virginia Secretary of Agriculture and Forestry Matthew Lohr. During the meeting, the parties discussed key topics relating to youth engagement, food justice, and growing Virginia's agricultural workforce. The parties also discussed MVFP aiding Lohr's outreach efforts, funding to support farm to fork initiatives, building an equipment cooperative through VDAC that helps small farmers, and supporting MVFP's efforts at the Carver Center.
The Minority and Veteran Farmers of the Piedmont (MVFP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is located in the rolling foothills of the Piedmont Region of Virginia. MVFP is a grassroots organization that was established to develop educational and experiential learning opportunities through hands-on instruction. We function to promote training, coaching, and mentorships for minorities, veterans, farmers, and youth both urban and rural.
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March Ivy Talk
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
The Ivy Creek Foundation, the non-profit which cares for Ivy Creek Natural Area and historic River View Farm is hosting its March Ivy Talk which will focus on the Minority and Veteran Farmers of the Piedmont.
Every month The Ivy Creek Foundation hosts Ivy Talks related to history, conservation, preservation, and natural history. This month, the Minority and Veteran Farmers of the Piedmont will be discussing their work, issues local farmers are facing, and connecting with the local community. We hope you will join us for this important talk and meet some of your local farmers.
The Ivy Talk will take place on March 22, 2023 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. To register for this event please visit, https://ivycreekfoundation.org/ivy-talks
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