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6th Annual Local Food Fair & Symposium

University Food Services

University Food Services, in partnership with several campus groups, is hosting our 6th Annual Local Food Fair & Symposium.  We will be offering a day of fun, educational and enriching activities for everyone on campus as well as the community.  The purpose of this event is to create awareness of the importance of local foods in campus and community wellness through education, networking and connections where we will celebrate current efforts and explore opportunities for new ones.

 

When: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Where: SUB Ballrooms
Schedule: 12:30pm-1:30pm MT Made Program Highlights – Todd Jutila, UFS Director
   

Keynote Kickoff Brown Bag - Melinda Hemmelgarn, MS, RD, LD

“Growing Montana’s Future: Cross-pollinating campus, community and culture”
  1:30pm-3:00pm

Vendor Showcase – Registered vendor booths
   

Demonstrations – Sushi Rolling, Wrap-It, Sliders, Pizza
   

Activities – Local groups and organizations providing hands-on fun
  3:30pm-5:00pm

Roundtables (topics subject to change)
     
    A. Buyers Tell All – Panel discussion with Grocers, Restaurants, Distributors & Institutions
     
    B. Captive MSU Buyers – Sellers have a chance to showcase their products to MSU Chefs, Managers and Food Buyers
     
    C. Demystifying Buying Local for Consumers– Panel discussion with Local Buying “Experts”
     
    D. Tips for Eating Healthy & In Season for the Cost Conscious Consumer
  5:00pm-6:00pm

MT Sampler & Mingle – A networking opportunity for vendors and the community.  Local “light bites” will be prepared by our Catering Chef and her staff highlighting Montana’s bounty. 

  6:00pm-7:00pm Keynote Speaker – Melinda Hemmelgarn, MS, RD, LD
    “Thinking Beyond Our Plates: Recipe for a Good Food Revolution”


Vendor Details

How do I register for a table?

There are 2 ways to register for a table at the 2012 Local Food Fair

  1. Print a version of the registration form and fax or mail it to the address provided.
  2. Contact Anna Diffenderfer and she can mail, fax or email you a copy of the registration form.

 

Temporary Event Vendor Application

For those vendors interested in offering samples of their product, please fill out the form and fax it to Anna Diffenderfer at (406) 994-1918.
Vendor Survey Please complete after the event and fax to Stephanie Hanson at (406) 994-1918 or email.