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Can you make money growing fruit? Join us for the first of two exciting sessions about the business of growing fruit. In this session, we\u2019ll learn about establishing a successful U-pick operation from Kathy Dice and Tom Wahl of Red Fern Farm; how to create a CSA (community supported agriculture) distribution system with legendary apple grower John Bunker; and how to create value-added products or collaborate with businesses who are end-users of fruit with Megan and Anthony Gossett of Ferm Fresh kombucha.<\/p>\n

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This interactive webinar is part of the North American Fruit Explorers (NAFEX) 2023 Virtual Conference, featuring three days of inspiring and informative online sessions for fruit growers, November 9-11, via ZOOM or by phone.<\/p>\n

Soil food web expert Dr. Elaine Ingham will deliver the keynote address. The conference, which is open to fruit growers of all experience levels, will feature 8 interactive sessions and 12 speakers over 3 days. Participate and ask questions in real time or watch the recordings later.<\/p>\n

Conference Session Dates and Times<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thursday, Nov. 9 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Eastern
\nFriday, Nov. 10 at 12 p.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Eastern
\nSaturday, Nov. 11 at Noon and 2 p.m. Eastern<\/p>\n

Speakers and Session Topics<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check out the full lineup of speakers and topics on our conference webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Registration and Cost<\/strong><\/p>\n

Members: This live conference (and recordings) is FREE for current NAFEX members. Members will receive email updates with conference notices and links. Not sure if your membership is current? Check the status of your NAFEX membership here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Non-members: The conference is only $19 and you\u2019ll receive full conference access plus full member benefits for one year! We invite you to join today<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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