Local Food Producer Workshops

Annually in February and March, we host regional Local Food Producer Workshops in collaboration with the Kansas Department of Agriculture and the Kansas Center for Sustainable Agriculture & Alternative Crops. These workshops are an opportunity for producers and small food businesses to learn more about selling their products through farmers markets, direct-to-consumers sales, and other local market opportunities. Participants can connect with other producers and learn from their peers to improve their business success.

All workshop locations include free scale certification and lunch. Some workshop locations also offer the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program training. Please review the agenda for your preferred location for details and topics.

2026 Workshops:

Olathe - February 6, 2026

• Location: K-State Olathe
• Agenda coming soon
• Register Online

Hutchinson - February 7, 2026

• Location: Hutchinson Community College
• Agenda coming soon
• Register Online

Holton - February 20, 2026

• Location: Jackson County Fairgrounds – NE Heritage Complex
• Agenda coming soon
• Register Online
• Registration Form to Mail

Dodge City - February 26, 2026

• Location: Ford County Fair Building
• Agenda coming soon
• Register Online
• Registration Form to Mail

Oakley - February 27, 2026

• Location: Buffalo Bill Cultural Center
• Agenda coming soon
• Register Online
• Registration Form to Mail

Parsons - March 6, 2026

• Location: Southeast Research & Extension Center
• Agenda coming soon
• Register Online
• Registration Form to Mail

Beloit - March 10, 2026

• Location: Fort Hays Tech North Central Student Union Meeting Room
• Agenda coming soon
• Register Online
• Registration Form to Mail

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