The Tennessee Organic Growers Association (TOGA) is holding its 4th annual conference on Saturday, March 15, 2008 on the campus if Tennessee State University.

Eliot Coleman, an expert organic grower, author, and advocate for organic and sustainable farming practices, is the day’s featured speaker. In addition to Mr. Coleman’s keynote address, a complete lineup of workshops and presentations round out the event.

TOGA’s mission is to provide research and support for organic farmers and gardeners and to nurture relationships among local producers and consumers. The goal is to educate the public regarding the connection between healthy food, organic farming, and the economic, social, and ecological benefits of supporting local growers.

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Explore issues and answers related to the Middle Tennessee food system, our community, and our health by joining together with community members, farmers, national experts, and local leaders.

This free community event, the first of its kind in Tennessee, will be held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Feb. 16, 2008, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Nashville. It is hosted by the Food Security Partners of Tennessee, a project of the Vanderbilt Institute for Public Policy Studies. More info here