142. Farm to City: RDNs Leading in Sustainable Food & Technology

This product is free for those who attended FNCE^® 2017.

Innovative farmers and RDNs are resetting the table and the outcome is wonderfully delicious, good-for-you food. Together, they are combating food insecurity and bringing greater transparency and accountability to our food supply. Two compelling food stories will demonstrate that it takes a village (or big city) of solutions to put fresh, delicious and healthful foods on Americans' tables. Green Gate Farms, a certified organic farm in Austin, Texas, and AeroFarms, the largest indoor vertical farm in the world located in Newark, N.J., will share an in-depth look at their agricultural practices. Through "grow and tell" stories, they will demonstrate and equip RDNs with the tools needed to build sustainable, resilient food secure communities.

CPEU: 1.5
CPE Level: 3
Learning Codes: 1070, 8018, 4070

Learning Objectives

• Describe and discuss the impact of different farming techniques on food security across the United States.
• Explain the benefits and challenges of various farming techniques in producing nutrient-dense, safe, and affordable foods that support thriving and resilient communities.
• Use evidence-based best practices to identify and support a whole-systems approach to a food system that conserves and renews natural resources, advances social justice and animal welfare, builds community wealth, and fulfills the food and nutrition needs of all eaters now and in the future.

Speaker

• Alina Zolotareva, RDN
• Erin Flynn, Organic Farmer

Moderator

• Amanda Hege, RDN, LD