Grass-Fed Livestock:  Inspiring Local, Regional, and Global Health 

This day-long conference, hosted by SWGLA with the support of the New Mexico Department of Agriculture, is open to livestock producers, local food activists, and all others interested in the rapidly growing market for grass-fed/locally sourced livestock products and the unique benefits and challenges we face in the Southwest. 

Featured speakers include Andrew Gunther of Animal Welfare Approved, Sid Goodloe of the Carrizo Valley Ranch in Capitain, NM, John Kretsinger of KW Farms in Alamosa, CO, Nancy Ranney of the Ranney Ranch in Corona, Cherie Montoya of Farm and Table Restaurant in Albuquerque, NM, Mimi Sidwell of the JX Ranch in Tucumcari, NM, and more.

Just following this conference is the New Mexico Organic Farming Conference – February 19 and 20 – also at the Marriott Pyramid in Albuquerque. 

LODGING INFORMATION

Call the Marriott Pyramid  at (505) 821-3333.   A discounted rate of $83 (single room) may 
apply for the night of the 18th and/or the 17th under Organic Farming Conference - but 
call ASAP as discounted rooms may fill up quickly.

CONFERENCE FEES and SCHOLARSHIPS

For the discounted rate of $75, register by February 10th, 2016.  After February 10, the fee is $90.

A scholarship rate of $25 will be provided to Native Americans, young/aspiring ranchers, students, and others with limited resources wishing to attend.

For more information about this event, or inquiries about scholarship opportunities, please contact SWGLA Communications Director Caitlin Kundrat.

*A delicious lunch featuring locally sourced grass-fed beef is included in the registration fee.

 

 

You may register for the conference below, using PayPal, or by mailing a check to SWGLA, P.O. Box 22538, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87502.Register Now!