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Kevin Davidson, of Davidson Farms in New Carlisle, tends to the plants growing in a hydroponic system Friday in his greenhouse. STAFF PHOTO

Kevin Davidson, of Davidson Farms in New Carlisle, tends to the plants growing in a hydroponic system Friday in his greenhouse. STAFF PHOTO
Dayton
By Kara Driscoll
Jan 3, 2017
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The largest sustainable food and farm conference in Ohio is coming to Dayton in February.

The Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association's 38th annual conference is scheduled for Feb. 11 at the Dayton Convention Center. The conference will feature six, 90-minute workshops that teach professionals about topics like growing their operations and choosing the right equipment.

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“Our goal is to help early career and aspiring farmers increase their knowledge and skills, find leads on farmland, and make business and professional connections,” said Kelly Henderson, OEFFA Begin Farming program coordinator.

Online registration is open until Jan. 23.

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