Breakout Sessions - Producer Track (Room 2)

Small Scale Mushroom Farming, presented by Jacob DeVecchio

9:50 - 10:50 AM

• Thinking about starting a mushroom farm? Join Jacob DeVecchio, founder of Oklahoma Fungi and the Oklahoma Mushroom Festival, for an introduction to mushroom production and marketing. Learn from his years of experience and see if starting a mushroom farm is right for you!

Meeting Your Business Goals with USDA FSA & NRCS, presented by Travis Marak

11:00 - 12:00 PM

• Since 1912, Marak Family Farm has been producing quality foods that are both healthy for families and good for the land in Meeker, Oklahoma. The farm is a multi-generational, family-focused operation selling dairy and beef products at multiple farmers markets throughout the state. The farm is currently owned and operated by Travis Marak, who studied journalism but found a passion in working on the farm and raising cattle. The Marak family has received assistance from both USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resource Conservation Services (NRCS) that have expanded their business venture and helped them reach their business goals.

Lunch

12:00 - 12:50 PM

Keynote Session with Jill Ragan, The Whispering Willow Farm

12:50 - 2:00 PM

Exhibit Hall

2:00 - 2:20 PM

Breakout Sessions 

Microirrigation & Water Conservation, presented by Travis Godeaux

2:20 - 3:20 PM 

• Discover how microirrigation can help small-scale producers conserve water and improve efficiency. Learn practical tips for getting started and explore USDA NRCS programs that offer technical guidance and funding support to implement this sustainable practice. 

Veterans Navigating Best Farming Practices, presented by Steve Easom and Tony & Mac Fisher

3:30 - 4:30 PM 

Closing & OKLAS Awards

4:35 - 5:00 PM