The Economic Development department for the County of Renfrew is working with the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA), to host a two part Selling Food to Ontario Forum.
The event will cater to the learning needs of local farmers and food entrepreneurs.
The workshop on March 21st will be held at the Eagle’s Nest Arena in Eganville and topics will include, getting your product listed/on the shelf, food labelling requirements, food trends, market channel opportunities, food regulation and commercial kitchens and food hubs/processing facilities.
A virtual workshop on March 28th will focus on costing and pricing for profit.
Representatives from OMAFRA, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Renfrew County and District Health Unit and local food entrepreneurs are expected to present.
The County of Renfrew says registration details will be announced soon.
(written by: Rudy Kadlec)