2022 UMN Forever Green Kernza® Update & Perennial Promise Growers Coop Mtg

410 Stafford Lane,Dundas MN 55019

07 March, 2022

Description

An annual Kernza update from UMN Forever Green & a meeting of the Perennial Promise Growers Coop for current and prospective Kernza growers. Kernza® Perennial Grain stakeholders in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest are invited to join this gathering co-hosted by UMN Forever Green & the Perennial Promise Growers Cooperative. After two long years, we are glad to bring the regional Kernza community together in-person for this annual update. An option to join remotely will also be available. PLEASE REGISTER WHETHER YOU PLAN TO JOIN IN-PERSON OR REMOTELY. Having a headcount will help us thoughtfully plan event layout, food, and beverages. Register as attending remotely to access Zoom meeting details. Both light breakfast and lunch will be complimentary, and we are working with local businesses and our good host at Ruth's on Stafford to feature Kernza® Perennial Grain on the menu! AGENDA NIGHT PRIOR (3/6): Informal gathering Growers needing to travel-in the night prior will have the option of complimentary lodging in Northfield (details in registration)Informal gathering for growers and partners the evening of Sun., 3/6. Details TBD MARCH 7TH GATHERING, PART I: UMN Forever Green Kernza update for growers, researchers, market partners, community organizations, and engaged individuals. 8:30-9:00am: Informal coffee hour, drinks and light breakfast will be available. 9:00-10:30am: UMN Forever Green will share a short update on: UMN's Kernza research programCurrent regional production and marketsShort features of regional Kernza market partnersSupport available for growersWhat's coming in 2022MARCH 7TH GATHERING, PART II: Perennial Promise Growers Cooperative annual meeting 10:30am-1:00pm: A grower-focused meeting for current and prospective Kernza growers covering: The cooperative's structure and membershipRecent Kernza market research2022 Kernza production plans, seed sources, licensing, and more A lunch will be served during the grower portion of the meeting. Thank you and see you in early March!