Start Farming! Panel and Farmers Market hosted by Us!

The Duval Soil and Water Conservation District is happy to host this workshop, panel, farmers market and more to answer any questions you have about our local Duval County Farmers. Meet Farmers | Taste Seasonal Foods | Ask Questions | Buy Local Goods | Get Answers for Backyard Farming today!

Panelists Include: Jucoby Pittman of Clara White Mission & White Harvest Farms Market, Brian Lapinski of Down to Earth Farm, Michael Griffin of Diamond D Ranch, and Scott Meyer of Congaree and Penn. Each of these farms have made an impact on our community and have distinguished themselves in multiple ways. Hear about what it takes to run the farm, how they got started, and get advice on making your own agricultural enterprise in Duval County! 

​Representatives from the SJRWMD, Fresh From Florida, UF / IFAS Extension Duval County Agriculture and the Natural Resource Conservation Service will be on hand to answer any financial and technical assistance questions. 

This event is free. Please come ready to taste, see and hear what Duval County Farmers have to offer!