Food Tank, the University of the District of Columbia, and Bowery Farming, present a Summit on Wednesday, April 20th, themed “Urban AgroEcology: The Quest for a Sustainable Food Systems Model.” VIRTUAL AND IN PERSON!!!

Followed by an incredible reception with delicious food, drink, art, and live entertainment!

In partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations North America, International Fund for Agricultural Development, and the World Food Program USA.

Confirmed Speakers Include (Many More To Be Announced):

Chef Eric Adjepong, finalist on season 16 of Bravo’s Top Chef and co-founder of Pinch & Plate

Ronald Mason, Jr., J.D., The University of the District of Columbia

Danielle Nierenberg, Food Tank

Hugo Mogollon, FRESHFARM

Darren Thompson, CFO, Bowery Farming

Tim Carman, Food Writer, The Washington Post.

Mchezaji “Che” Axum, Director of UDC’s Center for Urban Agriculture & Gardening Education

Radha Muthiah, Capital Area Food Bank

Terrell Danley, Washington Literacy Center

Falani Spivey, Owner of Byrd’s Nest Box

Samuel Fromartz is Editor-in-Chief of the Food & Environment Reporting Network.

Tariq Sheriff, DC Office of Planning

Chris Bradshaw, Dreaming Out Loud

Mark Bucher, Medium Rare

Kim Ford, Martha’s Table

Camille Range, independent, public health expert

Mya Price, Feeding America

Tambra Ray Stevenson, Founder & CEO of WANDA

Beverley Wheeler, Director, D.C. Hunger Solutions

Kate Urbank, DC Site Director, Food Rescue US

Ronnie Webb, President, The Green Scheme

Thomas Wheet, Research and Logistics Coordinator, UDC Bertie Backus Urban Food Hub

Phronie Jackson, Assistant Professor, Health Education, UDC-CAUSES

And many more to be announced!

Followed by an incredible reception with delicious food, drink, art, and live entertainment!

Join Food Tank as a member today HERE.

Don’t miss this incredible event!

FREE. 100% of any donations added to your ticket will support the Student Fresh Food Program at UDC.