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Sponsor Commitment for 2027 Future Harvest Conference (30 Mar 2026)

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT

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January 21-22, Silver Spring Civic Building

Every winter, more than 500 farmers, educators, agriculture service providers, and foodpreneurs gather for Future Harvest’s annual conference — an extra special collection of workshops, lectures, peer-to-peer experiences, delicious farm fresh meals, all-star lineup of speakers, and lots of learning and networking.

We hold so much gratitude for you as a sponsor who makes our work of strengthening farming and the regional food economy; protecting our land, water, and air; and providing nutritious food that sustains the region’s communities, possible. From all of us at Future Harvest, our deepest thanks.

a. Bronze Sponsorship (Exhibitor) – $1,000.00

Includes one exhibitor booth, two program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, and conference program listing.

b. Bronze Sponsorship (Scholarship sponsorship only, no exhibit booth.) – $1,000.00
Includes support sponsorship of three conference scholarships, two future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, and conference program listing.

c. Silver Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Coffee Break Sponsor) – $2,500.00
Includes exhibitor booth, three complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, 1/8 page program advertisement, and recognition as sponsor of a coffee break.

d. Silver Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Sponsored/Vendor Session) – $2,500.00
Includes exhibitor booth, three complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, 1/8 page program advertisement, and one 45 minute sponsored/vendor workshop. Limited Availability.

e. Silver Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Scholarship Sponsor) – $2,500.00
Includes exhibitor booth, three scholarship sponsorships, three complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, 1/8 page program advertisement.
f. Gold Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Breakfast Sponsor) – $5,000.00
Includes exhibitor booth, four complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, 1/4 page program advertisement, and sponsorship recognition for breakfast.

g. Gold Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Scholarship Sponsor) – $5,000.00
Includes exhibitor booth, four complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, 1/4 page program advertisement, and sponsorship of seven scholarships.

h. Platinum Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Keynote Sponsorship) – $7,500.00
Includes exhibitor booth, five complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, 1/2 page program advertisement, and a five minute presentation before a keynote speech.

i. Platinum Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Scholarship Sponsorship) – $7,500.00
Includes exhibitor booth, five complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, 1/2 page program advertisement, and sponsorship of twelve scholarships.

j. Partner Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Lunch Sponsorship) – $10,000.00
Includes exhibitor booth, six complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, full page program advertisement, and sponsorship of a full lunch.

k. Partner Sponsorship (Exhibitor + Scholarships) – $10,000.00
Includes exhibitor booth, six complimentary program registrations and Future Harvest memberships, logo recognition on website, recognition in promotional emails, recognition in social media posts, conference program listing, full page program advertisement, and sponsorship of twenty scholarships.

l. 1/8 page a la carte program advertisement – $150.00
Horizontal 4.25" x 2.75"

m. 1/4 page a la carte program advertisement – $250.00
Vertical 5.5" x 4.25"

n. 1/2 page program a la carte advertisement – $300.00
Horizontal 11" x 4.25"

o. full page a la carte program advertisement – $550.00
vertical 11" x 8.5"

p. Inside back cover a la carte program advertisement – $600.00

q. Back cover a la carte program advertisement – $700.00

r. Custom

Future Harvest Field Day Event Sponsorship (8 Apr 2026)

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 03:00:00 GMT

Thank you for supporting our on-farm educational events! Doing so allows us to continue to provide great content, free meals, and other supplies to our attendees.

Plow and Stars Farm Pasture Walk (6 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Join Future Harvest, the Million Acre Challenge, and University of Maryland Extension for a twilight pasture tour of Plow and Stars Farm. Participants will see and discuss several aspects of the operation, including: multi-species grazing, virtual fencing, transitioning conventional grain fields to regenerative agriculture, and silvopasture.

Multi-species grazing involves the use of two or more livestock species, such as cattle, sheep, and goats, to graze pastures. This approach takes advantage of their complementary grazing behaviors to improve pasture utilization and forage diversity. The session will highlight key soil health benefits, including improved nutrient cycling from diverse manure sources, enhanced soil structure, and increased soil organic matter. Silvopasture is the deliberate integration of trees and grazing livestock operations on the same land.

The workshop will also feature a demonstration of the Maryland Soil Health Card to assess physical and biological indicators of soil health, and monitor the outcomes of soil management practices

Please bring a reusable water bottle and dress for the weather. Rain date: August 13

About the speakers

Amanda Cather lives and farms in Montgomery County's Agricultural Reserve in Maryland, where she and her husband raise pastured lamb and poultry at Plow and Stars Farm. Amanda also serves as the Mid-Atlantic Deputy Director of American Farmland Trust. Before joining AFT, Amanda worked as the project director for the Million Acre Challenge. She managed small-scale sustainable vegetable farms in the Boston area, focusing on food access and public education. She loves spending time with her family, sheep, and working dogs. Amanda's work promotes regenerative agriculture, equitable land access and transfer, farm viability, profitability, and regional resilience.

Dr. Amanda Grev joined the University of Maryland Extension team in 2019. She serves as the Forage Extension Specialist and is based at the University of Maryland’s Western Maryland Research & Education Center. Originally from Minnesota, Amanda completed her undergraduate degree at North Dakota State University and received her M.S. and Ph.D. in Animal Science at the University of Minnesota. In her current role, she works to support forage producers, livestock owners, and industry professionals across the region through a combination of research and Extension programming in the areas of forage production and pasture management.

Native Plantings for Pest Management at Pearlstone (12 Aug 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Join Farmer Connor Horne to learn about the benefits that native plant diversity can bring to a vegetable farm. Participants will -

- Tour the vegetable farm, native plantings, and you-pick operation.

- Learn about common vegetable and berry pests, as well as Pearlstone's integrated pest management strategies.

- Learn about strategies and funding opportunities for implementing native planting strips on your own farm.

Irrigation Workshop and Tour at Clagett Farm (14 Aug 2026)

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join Future Harvest for a hands-on field day at Clagett Farm focused on practical irrigation strategies for diversified farms. Learn about irrigation system design, water conservation practices, equipment selection, and tips for improving efficiency and crop health.

Irrigation Workshop
- Learn the fundamentals of farm irrigation systems
- Compare different irrigation methods and equipment
- Explore water conservation and efficient irrigation practices
- Discuss maintenance and troubleshooting tips
Hands-On Demonstrations
- See irrigation equipment in action
- Learn practical techniques that can be applied on your own farm
- Ask questions and engage with experienced growers
Guided Tour of Clagett Farm
- Explore Clagett Farm's production fields and infrastructure
- Learn about the farm's sustainable farming practices
- See how irrigation is integrated into day-to-day farm operations
Networking Lunch
- Enjoy a complimentary lunch
- Connect with fellow farmers, agricultural professionals, and Future Harvest staff
- Share experiences, challenges, and ideas with peers
Farmer-to-Farmer Learning
- Participate in open discussion and Q&A
- Exchange practical solutions and lessons learned

No-Till Bed Prep and Compost at Butterbee Farm (18 Aug 2026)

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Join soils consultant Leslie Lewis and the owners of Butterbee Farm and learn the value of compost and healthy soils on a regenerative farm. Participants will get a broad view of the farm as well as hands on experience, including:

- A farm tour, where you will get an overview of regenerative flower farming, including high tunnel production, field production, and perennials.

- A hands-on compost making demonstration, where you will get your hands dirty while going through all of the steps to make perfect compost.

- A start-to-finish preparation of a no-till bed.

You will leave this event with the ability to make your own compost on-farm, and put it to use immediately in your beds!

About Butterbee Farm

Laura Beth Resnick and her husband Jascha Owens are the owners and operators of Butterbee Farm, a cut flower farm that delivers flowers to Baltimore and D.C. areas and provide bulk flowers for events. Laura Beth teaches everything she's learned about flowers and small business, and consult with new growers on starting their farms.

In 2013, after apprenticing on vegetable farms for several years and Laura Beth was preparing to start her own farm. She attended a florist consultation in preparation for her sisters wedding and learned that 80% of blooms sold in the U.S. are shipped from overseas. The carbon footprint of the global floral industry is astronomical. This inspired Laura Beth to start growing flowers for local florists and so Butterbee Farm was formed. After leasing for a decade, in 2022, they bought land in Harford County, Maryland. They doubled our greenhouse space and their efforts to grow regeneratively.

Laura Beth and Jascha have been involved with Future Harvest in many capacities from being both trainees and trainers in the Beginner Farmer Training Program to attending and speaking at our Annual Conference and participating in the Pick Your Own Consultant program.

Chesapeake Ag Innovation Center :Produce Safety 101 (20 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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Chesapeake Ag Innovation Center :Worker Training and Recordkeeping (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Explore training resources, gain an overview of

different types of Standard Operating Procedures

(SOPs), and discover how effective recordkeeping

can save you time and money while strengthening

your farm's food safety practices.