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MARKETING
groups to your production operation, show
them how plants are grown, and tell them
about potential careers. You can participate
in job fairs and visit classrooms to spread
the word.
With the popularity of gardening at an alltime
high, the horticulture industry is perfectly
poised to encourage more kids to engage in
gardening and to support the work of nonprofits
like KidsGardening. Spikes like this can fade, so
it's essential to capitalize on this moment by
inspiring youth to explore the power of plants
and the rewards of a career in horticulture.
This is our moment! By working together,
we can teach kids that plants impact our daily
lives and that there is a diversity of plant-based
careers options in art, science, technology and
business. Working together, we are a powerful
force in growing the next generation of industry
leaders and lifelong customers.
" We are thrilled to collaborate with
KidsGardening, " says Anna Ball at Ball
Horticultural Co. " We believe in gardens as
powerful learning spaces that connect kids with
nature, inspire curiosity and attract even more
children to pursue gardening as a hobby or even
a career. "
Corporate partnerships can extend beyond
financial support. As growers, you can engage
with your communities and create programs that
educate and inspire kids in your backyard. For
example, growers can donate plants, recycled
containers and other supplies to youth programs.
You can invite local schools and community
Em Shipman is executive director of KidsGardening,
a national nonprofit that supports youth gardening
through grants and original educational materials.
She believes that garden-based learning and hands-on,
place-based education are powerful tools for growing
a better world. To learn more about KidsGardening,
visit www.kidsgardening.org, or to learn more about
how you can engage the youth in your community,
email emilys@kidsgardening.org.
Presented by
Live and in person!
January 19-20, 2022
Indianapolis Marriott East Hotel
Indianapolis, IN
Beginner to experienced, small to large
commercial vegetable and fruit operations
are welcome!
2022 CONFERENCE TRACKS
Small Fruit Production
(grapes, blueberries, brambles)
Fruit Production (apples)
Food Safety (FSMA, consumer)
Fresh Vegetables (open field and high tunnel)
Controlled Environment Agriculture
(greenhouse, indoor vertical farming)
Business / Marketing / AgriTourism
www.IndianaHortConference.org
While at the website be sure to sign-up
for our email list and never miss a
conference detail!
Educator Training NEW
(teachers, ANR educators, high school students)
Workshops NEW
Poster Session
OTHER EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Network with fellow farmers * Vendor Expo/Trade Show
Annual Cider Competition * Silent Auction
Sponsorships & Expo booths available!
For information, please visit
www.IndianaHortConference.org
CONFERENCE SPONSORS
PARP & CCA
CREDITS
AVAILABLE
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December 2021

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