Have you ever wondered about Newfoundland and Labrador’s ability to feed itself? Worried that people can’t afford the food they need to thrive? Curious about foraging and how to find food in nature?

All of these topics – and many more – are on the agenda for an upcoming virtual conference to which all members of the public are invited to attend.

Even better, it’s free, and it’s for everyone.

Regeneration: Soil, Food and Community is a three-day conference organized by the Food Producers Forum.

It will take place from May 5 to 7. All sessions will be online.

CBC Newfoundland and Labrador has teamed up with the Food Producers Forum for our series From the groundwhich looked at food security and other issues.

The conference will bring together farmers, scientists, advocates, foodies, farmers and more. Public participation is welcome.

The conference program includes sessions on a wide range of topics, from improving local soils and new methods of food production to improving community access to food and developing the concept of food justice. , or the vision of food as a human right.

Anyone who would like register or view the agenda can do so online here.

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