Growers' Expo
In March 2026, the Kenai Local Food Connection, the Alaska Farm Bureau, and the Kenai Soil and Water Conservation District collaborated to organize the Central Peninsula's growing and farming resources all under one roof. With this fun event, we worked to educate and inspire local gardeners, farmers, and growers of all sorts!
The Growers' Expo got media attention!
This event was covered by Delcenia Cosman at the Peninsula Clarion. Check out the article online or download a PDF copy to learn all about the 2026 Growers' Expo!
Schedule
​Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Soldotna Regional Sports Complex​
​​9:30 – 10:30 am: Low Tunnels and Plastic Mulch with Casey Matney from UAF Cooperative Extension
10:45 – 11:45 am: Native Plant Germination with Josh Smith from Bear Mountain Forest Nursery
11:45 – 1:00 pm: Lunch Break
1:00 – 1:45 pm: Berry Seed Extraction and Germination Demonstration with Josh Smith from Bear Mountain Forest Nursery
2:00 – 4:00 pm: Connection Circuit: A fun opportunity to connect with your neighbors who are growing, gardening, grazing, foraging, and more!
Josh Smith
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