2025 Flint & Genesee Food Summit: Celebrating Our Local Food System

Schedule

Wed Sep 24 2025 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Flint Farmers' Market | Flint, MI

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Come join us at the 2025 Flint & Genesee Food Summit to celebrate and support our amazing local food system!
About this Event

The Flint & Genesee Food Summit is a one-day event dedicated to fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, and celebrating the vibrant local food system in Flint and Genesee County. This year's summit, taking place on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Flint Farmers Market, focuses on "Celebrating Leaders, Growers, Thinkers, Eaters of the Flint & Genesee County Food System."

This event is organized by the Flint and Genesee Food Policy Council, which is a network of food champions whose mission is to develop a resilient and reliable local food system rooted in community engagement, collaboration and education

This summit is designed to bring together a diverse group of individuals and organizations, including:

  • Local farmers and producers
  • Food entrepreneurs and business owners
  • Community organizations working on food access and food security
  • Educators and researchers
  • Policymakers and government officials
  • Passionate community members

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Connect with key stakeholders in the local food system.
  • Learn about innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture, food access, and community development.
  • Share their experiences and insights.
  • Contribute to building a stronger, more resilient food system for Flint and Genesee County.

The summit will feature:

  • Keynote speakers and panel discussions
  • Interactive workshops and breakout sessions
  • Networking opportunities
  • Exhibits showcasing local food businesses and organizations
  • Delicious, locally sourced food and refreshments

We're committed to making the Flint & Genesee Food Summit a valuable experience for all! The event is ticketed to cover essential costs, such as venue rental, speaker fees, and refreshments, ensuring a high-quality experience for all attendees.

For organizations looking to further support the summit and gain significant visibility, we offer a range of sponsorship opportunities. Sponsorship not only helps us deliver an impactful event but also demonstrates your organization's commitment to building a thriving local food system.

Visit www.flintfoodcouncil.org to learn more, view the agenda, purchase your tickets, and explore sponsorship options!"


Agenda

πŸ•‘: 08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Pre-Reception / Networking
πŸ•‘: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Keynote Speaker
πŸ•‘: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Legislative Panel
πŸ•‘: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch
πŸ•‘: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Breakout Sessions 1
πŸ•‘: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Networking
πŸ•‘: 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Breakout Sessions 2
πŸ•‘: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Wrap-Up / β€œFireside Chat” with FPC leaders
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Where is it happening?

Flint Farmers' Market, 300 East 1st Street, Flint, United States

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Tickets

USD 25.00 to USD 2500.00

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