I'll be participating tonight as part of a panel of young farmers at the following event:

Dinner and a Movie

“An Inspiring Look at the Next Generation of Farmers”

Grow! an Anthony-Masterson film

GROW! Takes an engaging and personal look at the new generation of sustainable farmers though the eyes, hearts and minds of 20 passionate, idealistic and fiercely independent young growers. To start off, they must borrow, rent or manage farmland in order to fulfill their dreams. Some begin as apprentices, working with experienced farmers to learn the basics before venturing out on their own. In the film they speak of both the joys and the challenges involved in tending the land. The young farmers clearly present what motivates them, and what it takes to be successful as a farmer. The film provides inspiration to all viewers to support the new crop of local and sustainable farmers through the food choices we make every day.

Event Information

Sponsor: OEFFA Heart of Ohio Chapter and Granville High School Environmental program

Dinner: Granville School’s food service provider, AVI, will be serving dinner prior to the film/discussion. This is a great chance to experience the food the students have available to them on a regular basis.

Date: Monday, April 9, 2012

Time: Dinner 6:00 – 7:00 PM

Film 7:00 – 8:00 PM

Discussion 8:00 – 9:00 PM

Location: Granville High School Commons – 248 New Burg Street, Granville Ohio 43023

Cost: $6.00 which includes the meal and movie

If you would like to know more about the movie and view the trailer please visit the website www.videoproject.com/grow.html. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Chuck Dilbone at cdilbone@granvilleschools.org or call 740-587-8114.