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["Michael G. Burns" <michael AT fingerlakespermaculture.org>]

From: Joanna Green <joanna AT groundswellcenter.org>

NEWS RELEASE

For immediate release: 7/10/13

Contact: Joanna Green, 607-379-9270, Joanna AT groundswellcenter.org

HOW TO GROW A FARMER

Ithaca, NY

Q:  When is a farmer just like an egg?

A:   When it’s in the Incubator!!

The Groundswell Center for Local Food & Farming invites you to a very  
special Community Gathering at The Sustainability Center, 111 North  
Albany Street in downtown Ithaca, on Thursday, July 18, 6:30 - 8:30 PM.

We’ll explain exactly what the new Groundswell Incubator Farm is and  
how it works. A clue: It does not hatch baby chicks. Come to the  
gathering to find out!

If you care about food, if you’re committed to sustainability and  
social justice, or if you’re just curious about what Groundswell does,  
we hope you’ll join us for this important conversation about the  
future of our local food system.  Come enjoy local snacks and  
beverages, chat with some awesome new farmers, and find out how  
Groundswell is helping to grow new farmers through innovative training  
and business incubation programs.

Nearly 300 aspiring farmers, food entrepreneurs and activist have  
taken courses offered by Groundswell. At least 30 of them have gone on  
to launch a new farm enterprise. On July 18 you can learn more about  
them, hear their stories, and find out why It Takes a Community to  
Grow a Farmer.

You don't have to be a farmer to be part of this Groundswell!  There  
are many ways you can help Grow Your Farmer and support our local food  
system, from volunteering at the Incubator Farm, to sponsoring one of  
our trainees.  Find out how – and why - on July 18. Share your ideas  
about how Ithaca can take the next step in building a truly Community  
Supported Agriculture.

This event is free and open to the public. For more information call  
607-319-5095.

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Joanna Green, Director
Groundswell Center for Local Food & Farming
PO Box 6679
Ithaca, NY
14851-6679
607-319-5095

Support your local food system! Become a Groundswell Member at www.groundswellcenter.org 
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