MRAS - New "Farm To Table" Initiative

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Developing bridges between local farmers and food-conscious consumers will be the goal of a new "Farm To Table" initiative sponsored by the Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society.

"Our Agricultural Society, particularly through our famous Millarville Farmer's Market, is uniquely positioned to establish closer 'farm to table' connections between our local area farmers and those regional consumers who would like to know first-hand where the food they eat is coming from," says Hugo Bonjean, best-selling author, local resident and Vice-President of the Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society (MRAS).

"We will be looking to promote awareness about local sustainable agriculture, solicit contacts from consumers who are interested in the direct purchase of their food from farms and hope to promote direct sales to our area restaurants and food artisans, starting with our own Farmers Market food concession."

"We think sustained awareness and support through a new MRAS "Farm To Table" committee will lead to more farmers in the area being able to make a living from agriculture," added Mr. Bonjean.

A March 25th launch of Mr. Bonjean's book, A People's Power, doubled as a fundraiser for the new Farm to Table committee, with food and talent being donated for the cause.

For more information on the new Farm To Table initiative at MRAS, please contact Hugo Bonjean at 403-933-3913 or e-mail hb@hugobonjean.com.