Memphis Tilth will be participating in the 13th Annual Tiger Blue Goes Green event. Housed in the Student Plaza of the University of Memphis. Description below:
This event is 13th annual the 13th Annual Tiger Blue Goes Green 2021, an exhibition fair at the University of Memphis celebrating their efforts toward sustainability. This event brings together a network of community businesses and non-profits, alongside some of U of M programs and departments. All have at least one thing in common, their focus on sustainability. The theme for this year is “Sustainable Food Systems,” focusing how to achieve healthy food and nutrition security, while limiting negative environmental impacts in the process. The exhibitors will cover everything from farming, dining, packaging, food policy, sharing and composting. 40% of food grown and produced in Memphis is wasted, an yet 1 in 5 people in Memphis are food insecure. Visit the Tiger Blue Goes Green and find out how some of the exhibitors are addressing these concerns and what you can do to help. Some exhibitors will have local produce for sell, so come ready to support your local farmers and grab a free event t-shirt and free lunch!
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