2026 Food Systems Roundtable
Schedule
Mon Feb 23 2026 at 11:30 am to 04:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Tukwila Community Center | Tukwila, WA
About this Event
Hosted by Harvest Against Hunger, PCC Commnity Markets and Seattle Neighborhood Farmers Markets, this free, in-person event brings together regional farmers and hunger relief organizations involved in King County Farmers Share and Growing For Good.
During the event, attendees will learn more about the King County Local Food Initiative, hear from model farm and hunger relief partners in a panel discussion, and have an opportunity to strategize in small groups around farm to community work in our region.
Come prepared to share your insights, experiences, and questions!
Lunch is provided. $120 stipends are available for all farmers in attendance.
If you are a farmer who'd like to receive a stipend please contact Harvest Against Hunger.
Ella Crowder, Farm to Community Program Specialist: [email protected]
Agenda
π: 11:30 AM - 12:10 PM
Lunch and Welcome
Info: Vegan, Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be provided. Please email [email protected] if you need additional dietary accomodations.
π: 12:10 PM - 12:55 PM
King County Local Food Initiative Presentation and Q&A
Info: Mike Lufkin (King County DNRP) and Mary Embleton (King Conservation District) will provide a deep dive into the priorities of the King County Local Food Initiative specifically related to farm to community work
π: 12:55 PM - 01:15 PM
Flood Relief Resources
Info: Learn more about the flood-impacted indicators on Eat Local First and flood relief grant opportunities
π: 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Panel Discussion
Info: Hear from a panel of partnered hunger relief organizations and farms about their journey to establish relationships that are far more than transactional. Panelist are being finalized.
π: 02:30 PM - 03:10 PM
Roundtable Discussion
Info: Attendees will break into small groups to discuss strategies to fortify farm to community efforts locally and how to strengthen their own partnerships.
π: 03:15 PM - 04:00 PM
Social Hour
Info: Continue the conversation and make new connections! Snacks and refreshments provided.
Where is it happening?
Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Avenue South, Tukwila, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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