May Regional Flavours - The date has been extended for registrations to participate in this huge event.  This year there will be a number of "Masterchef's" attending ( from the current program).  For two days {30th & 31st May, 2011} this is great value! www.regionalflavours.com.au

Succesffulyy showcase your produce for food products - This rare seminar is tailored specificaly for industries who : want to be a more successful exhibitor, understand the process for a successful exhibit and learn how to attract your target audience.  With over 20yrs experience as an exhibitor and serving the exhibition industry, Mr Rond McDermott will be heading this unique seminar.

Date: Tuesday 31st May, 2011 .  Time: 9am -12pm . Venue Maroochy Research Station, 47 Mayers Road Nambour  .  Cost $25 ( inc morning tea )  . email: sunshine.coast@deedi.qld.gov.au

Learn Key Strategies for Biological and Sustainable Farming - Farm Ready approved courses.  Sunshine Coast: 18th - 21st July 2011 with optional field day on 22nd July, 7-10th Nov, 2011 with optional field day 11th Nov 2011.  For Further information    www.nutir-tech.com.au/courses

 Local Growers - Robyn Cook from Nutri -Tech solutions Pty Ltd is requesting for interest in assisting with a 5minute spot on local ABC Radio about local growers.  Local growers are encouraged to contact Robyn Cook on  www.nutri-tech.com.au .  This is a great opportunity for the 'growers' to have a more public voice.

Spirited Feasts Cookbook -  Spirited Feasts will be a 200 page quality publication focusing on the fresh food and unique lifestyle of the Sunshine Coast.  It will be sold across the flinders and wider community.  Only 20 pages have been reserved for this selective corporate advertising at a cost of $2000 for a full page, incl gst.  contact Marina Russell on 0419 642 837 or email: cookbook@mfac.edu.au