The purpose of the annual Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference
is to provide farmers with up-to-date, research-based, in-depth
educational information. The conference aims to facilitate
solutions-based collaboration by encouraging networking and an open
dialog among members of Florida?s small farms community. Additionally,
the conference is an excellent vehicle for increasing awareness of
Florida?s small farms industry, which organizers accomplish by
including participation from decision makers and supporting
institutions, and partners from the public sector.

Through concurrent educational sessions led by industry experts and noted researchers, the annual Florida Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference
provides opportunities for attendees to learn about groundbreaking
research and access educational support about topics such as operating
sustainable and profitable enterprises, integrating cost-effective
methods to meet state regulations, and applying the latest research to
real-world problems. Attendees also participate in workshops, hands-on
demonstrations, and organized networking activities, enabling them to
share their knowledge while interacting with peers from all over the
state.