Waves of Change: Navigating the Future of Food

Edible Communities, inspired by over 20 years of telling the story of local food, gathers with thought leaders, community builders, experts and innovators at Edible Institute to explore the ideas, challenges and changes that shape our food communities.

This fall, join Barton Seaver, Jennifer Bushman, Representative Chellie Pingree and other influential voices as we engage in essential conversations about water's impact on our food systems.

Join Barton Seaver, Representative Chellie Pingree and other influential voices this fall as we engage in essential conversations about water's impact on our food systems.

Schedule of Events

8:30 AM: REGISTRATION

8:45 AM: WELCOME & OPENING REMARKS
Tracey Ryder, Edible Communities

9:00 AM: OPENING TALK: WHY ARE WE HERE?
Barton Seaver, author, chef and sustainable seafood expert and educator; Steve Phelps, chef and sustainable seafood advocate

10:15 AM: DIGNITY THROUGH REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE AND INNOVATION
Panelists to be confirmed

11:15 AM: A CONVERSATION ABOUT THE FARM BILL
Chellie Pingree, U.S. Representative

12:00 PM: LUNCH

1:15 PM: "ED" TALK
Jennifer Bushman, Fed by Blue

1:35 PM: SUSTAINABLE HOSPITALITY & TOURISM

1:45 PM: AQUACULTURE & WILD CAPTURE FISHERIES: REAL STORIES FROM REAL FISHERMEN AND WOMEN
Panelists to be confirmed.

3:00 PM: MAINE FOODWAYS: STORIES FROM THE FIELD
Panelists to be confirmed.

4:00 PM: TASTE OF MAINE
Good conversations accompanied by tastings from our favorite local producers and artisans.

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