By Flavia Franco
Join us for a 4-week OLLI Course at SOU – 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22
Cultivating Connections to Our Local Food System
Whether you are new to the Rogue Valley or have been here many years, it’s possible that you
may not have experienced the robust farming community that surrounds us. In this four-week
course, attendees will learn about the successes, challenges and environmental considerations
that four different local farms face. We will look at the local food system, and the role that each
of us can play to improve it. Food can be a key part of enjoyable gatherings, or it can be taken
for granted or wasted. We will also learn about food waste management practices, incorporating
locally produced food and improving food choices. Having a deep sense of place can add
richness to daily life, just by having a grateful awareness and a feeling of connection. This class
will help attendees form a deeper connection to the surrounding Rogue farming community and
to their own food.
Flavia Franco is a climate and food waste prevention advocate in Ashland. She leads Southern
Oregon Food Solutions. She also participates in growing the Community Compost Coalition that
picks up food scraps and delivers them to local farms for composting.
For more info contact Flavia Franco at flavita10s@gmail.com
