24 Mar
Farmers Roundtable
Join Congressman Al Lawson (FL-05) on Saturday, March 24 for the Farmers Roundtable, a forum for farmers, agriculture industry representatives and the general public to discuss issues affecting the...
“Almost 1 billion people across the globe will go to bed hungry tonight, 200 million of them children. Most of those people are small holder farmers who depend on agriculture to make a living and feed their families…” United States Agency for International Development
The Agricultural and Environmental Development Institute (AEDI) connects the environment, education, agriculture and sustainable development in innovative ways that promote healthy communities, produce entrepreneurs, food and agricultural professionals, and ensure excellence in these endeavors. AEDI provides training, experiential learning opportunities, consulting and outreach in four focus areas:
Agriculture and Food Security
Food Safety
Tourism
Youth Leadership
Upcoming Events
05 Oct
Food Safety Manager Certificate Training
Increase your opportunity for employment or advancement in the food service industry, or let us train your employees who need to be Certified Food Safety Managers, in this one-day training...
07 Oct
Food Handler Certificate Training
Start your career in the food industry with the Food Handler Certificate Training. Considered as the first-course in food safety principles, this comprehensive program provides food handlers with knowledge needed...
News & Announcements
10 tips for an enjoyable U-pick berry adventure
The local blueberry season kicks off with area farms such as Jubilee Orchards and Myrtle Creek opening their doors to visitors for U-pick adventures. As you pack your children...
Florida farmers learn fundamentals of agritourism safety
As consumers continue on the quest to find out where our food comes, more and more families are flocking farms for the educational and fun filled experiences of agritourism....
Faith Clarke Featured in 850 Business Magazine of Northwest Florida
Jackson County is Adding More Value to the Tourists’ Buck ‘U-Pick’ Tourism Hey, there’s a lot more to Northwest Florida than sand and surf. There’s exciting history and colorful...