Loudoun Farmers, you in?


Hi friend,

If you grow food in Virginia, we saved you a seat at Bethany Farm in Leesburg. Join us for a Farmers Soil Health Supper & Listening Session on Wednesday, Nov 12 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

I cannot tell you how excited and honored Dave and I are to co-host this event!

Why come

  • Share what is working and what is hard in your fields
  • Swap practical soil health strategies with peers
  • Connect with Brent Wills (VABF) and Beth Sastre (Virginia Cooperative Extension) and us (Dave and Nicky)
  • Enjoy a delicious farm supper featuring local producers
    (your farm can be included if you register soon)

Who this is for
Farmers, ranchers, market gardeners, flower farmers, vineyard and orchard managers, and growers of any size.

Where
Bethany Farm, Leesburg, VA. Parking on site. Dress for outdoors.

Your seat
We have limited space so please RSVP to hold a plate.

👉 Yes, I am a farmer or grower. Save my seat!

Thank you for the work you do to feed our community.

Grow abundantly!
Nicky Schauder
Permaculture Gardens at Bethany Farm

P.S. Not a farmer but want to help? Please share this invite with a farmer or reply if you would like to volunteer or sponsor the event.

P.P.S. Chef or buyer interested in meeting local producers? Get chef details here.

Dave & Nicky Schauder

Nicky and Dave Schauder are passionate about helping families grow their food, and medicine and find God in the garden

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