SHOWCASING ARIZONA’S LOCAL FOOD ECONOMY

After more than a decade of supporting Arizona’s localized food system through two signature events - Arizona’s Food and Farm Forum and the Good Food Expo - Local First Arizona has combined the two events into the Good Food Forum + Expo.

Aiming to unite Arizona’s local food economy, the combined conference and food exhibition welcomes all participants in our local food system to connect, share educational insights, broaden local food relationships and business connections, and strengthen communities across the state.

2024 GOOD FOOD FORUM + EXPO

Details coming soon!

Local First Arizona is bringing our signature event, The Good Food Forum + Expo to the El Conquistador Hilton Resort in Tucson, on August 27.

As a celebration of Arizona’s local food system, we look forward to the rich perspective provided by Tucson’s hosting of the event. This year's event is themed "Building Arizona's Resilient Food Future," and it's a convergence of minds and expertise dedicated to strengthening Arizona's local food system.

What's more, we're proud to announce a dedicated forum track focused on Indigenous knowledge, highlighting the invaluable wisdom and practices of Indigenous communities in shaping sustainable food futures.

The Expo will showcase the latest local food products, facilitating connections between local chefs, retailers, and emerging food entrepreneurs. This is an excellent opportunity to explore Arizona's culinary delights and connect with the driving forces behind our local food economy.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be a part of the conversation! Join our email list and be among the first to get notified when we announce more details!

2023 GOOD FOOD FORUM + EXPO HIGHLIGHTS

 
 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

If you’re concerned about the future and resiliency of Arizona’s local food system or looking to expand business to business connections in the food space, the Good Food Forum + Expo is for you!

  • Local Food Entrepreneurs & Advocates

  • Chefs and Restaurateurs

  • Farmers, Ranchers, and Food Entrepreneurs

  • Backyard and Urban Ag Growers

  • Grocery & Local Food Buyers

  • Food Distributors

  • Farmers Market Managers

  • Small & Large-Scale Food Institution Buyers

  • Boutique & Small Business Market/Grocery Owners

  • Civic Leaders interested in engaging with local food leaders & local business owners

  • Industry professionals with the desire to engage with the local food community

  • SNAP-Ed and Food Access Advocates

  • Youth, especially 4-H members and FFA students

  • University and college students studying sustainability and food systems

  • Any community member dedicated to growing community food

  • Industry professionals who are interested in networking within the local food community

WHY ATTEND?

Attending the Good Food Forum + Expo will unite and build collaborative relationships to seek actionable solutions that build a diverse, inclusive and resilient food system across the state of Arizona.

  • Increase awareness and knowledge around resilient food systems

  • Be inspired to seek solutions that build resilience, access, and inclusivity within our statewide food system

  • Gain knowledge of organizations, groups, and projects that are in the food system space and inspire action to support this work

  • Support Local First Arizona and partner organizations in the work they are doing to uplift our food communities

  • Increase and support local food production models 

  • Increase and support local food purchasing whether direct to consumer or distribution into retail and institutional sectors

  • Advocate for policy change that supports resilience, equity, and access in our statewide food system

Thank you to our 2023 Sponsors for investing in a stronger local food economy!