Georgia Farmers Conference Recap

February 25, 2022

Thank you for registering & attending the Federation's 39th Annual Georgia Farmer's Conference on February 17th & 18th.

Special thanks to Cornelius Key, Georgia State Coordinator, and the entire Georgia State Association office for putting together a great conference!

Black farmers, landowners, and cooperatives joined us on zoom for 2 days of educational workshops presented by the Federation staff and our valued partners. We also had a robust and informative USDA panel discussion.

Topics included heirs property, cooperatives, forestry management, and USDA programs. Click here for the 2022 GFC Agenda

Check out some of the presentations shared:

USDA Presentation | Charles Tyson, Georgia Farm Specialist

Forestry Cost-Share Presentation | Ryan Phillips, Cost Share Coordinator, Georgia

Have additional questions or need help with a specific issue such as cooperative development or heirs property?

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We want to ensure all of your questions are answered and that you are connected to the many resources and partners who shared information during the conference

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SAVE THE DATE: UPCOMING EVENTS

March 14

Advocacy Institute Listening Session (Albany, GA)

E: daniadavy@federation.coop

March 17, 18, 19

Mississippi State Association 50th Anniversary Celebration (Jackson, MS)

E: mac39202@gmail.com

April 21, 2022

Coop Symposium (Virtual)

August 18, 19, 20

Annual Meeting (Epes, AL)

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