Name: Strengthening the Midwest Grain Chain: Artisan Grain Collaborative's Network & Model
Start: 2026-07-24T13:30:00-0400
End: 2026-07-24T15:00:00-0400

We envision a world where local grain economies that are
good for people and good for the planet can thrive.

Strengthening the Midwest Grain Chain: Artisan Grain Collaborative's Network & Model

Friday July 24, 2026 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT

185 Water St

The Artisan Grain Collaborative (AGC) is a Midwest-based network of farmers, processors, end-user, and advocates. Learn about its inception from a handful a bakers and environmental advocates in Chicago to a 200+ grain value chain member network. This session will explore AGC's evolving structure and the work it does to support its members through peer learning, technical resources, and networking and education opportunities. Come with questions, and plan to take away and share ideas and opportunities for your own region's grainshed.

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Halee Wepking

Meadowlark Organics

Halee came to farming with a degree in Modern Dance and a resume filled with professional cooking jobs. She met her husband John while working at the restaurant Prune in New York City, and after several years of doing the kitchen hustle, was eager to join in his dream of returning... Read More →

Alyssa Hartman

Executive Director, Artisan Grain Collaborative

Alyssa Hartman is Executive Director of Artisan Grain Collaborative, a regional network of farmers, processors, end-users, and advocates working to strengthen a regenerative grainshed in the Midwest. She has a Masters in Food and Agriculture Law and Policy from Vermont Law School... Read More →

Friday July 24, 2026 1:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
185 Water St

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