4:30 pm, College Hall 200, University of Pennsylvania campus. Free and open to the public.

The film A Place at the Table, a documentary about hunger in America, will be screened as part of The Politics of Food course (PSCI 135). A discussion will take place after the screening of the film, which is one and a half hours long.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Dr. Alan F. Rozich, founder and chairman of BioConversion Solutions, will speak on the problematic agricultural sustainability nexus that is emerging with respect to the availability of land, water, fertilizer, and the need for energy.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Karen Oriemann and Jann DeChristopher from Lehigh Christian Academy of Allentown,PA will explain how they promote awareness and appreciation of agriculture to their students. Learning about agriculture through field trips, activities, and teaching it across the curriculum in subjects like music and art, gym, mathematics, foreign languages, health and of course, science and social studies, helps students gain knowledge in a meaningful and exciting way.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

4:00 pm, College Hall 200, University of Pennsylvania campus. Free and open to the public.

During Food Week at Penn, the documentary American Meat will be screened as part of The Politics of Food course (PSCI 135). A discussion will take place after the screening of the film, which is one and a half hours long. This screening is co-sponsored by Bon Appetit.

4:00-6:00 pm, Class of 1978 Pavilion, Kislak Center, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, University of Pennsylvania campus, 3420 Walnut Street, sixth floor.

Hosted by the Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative, Judy will talk about her new book and her role in the food movement and will do a book signing after her presentation. Judy Wicks is an entrepreneur, activist and author working to build a more compassionate, environmentally sustainable and locally based economy. Her memoir Good Morning, Beautiful Business: the Unexpected Journey of an Activist Entrepreneur and Local Economy Pioneer was published in March 2013. Judy is founder of Philadelphia's landmark White Dog Cafe known for its leadership in the local food movement, as well as community building and environmental stewardship. She founded several non-profits including Fair Food Philly and the Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia, and cofounded the nationwide Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE), a network of 30,000 local independent businesses in 80 communities. In 2009, Judy sold the White Dog through a unique agreement that preserves local, independent ownership and maintains sustainable business practices, including buying from local farmers and fair trade purveyors, composting and using renewable energy.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Dennis Riling, Coordinator of Delaware Valley's Veteran Organic Farming Program will discuss how the program quickly prepares returning veterans to enter careers in organic agriculture. The program helps veterans transition to civilian life by providing a calming,therapeutic environment. Dennis is a Marine Corps veteran. He earned a bachelor's degree in horticulture from Delaware Valley College in 2012. Dennis currently coordinates the Delaware Valley College Organic Farming Certificate Program. The program is offered in partnership with the Rodale Institute.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

The preparation bread and the cultivation of wheat necessary for its production are pivotal events that contributed to early humansbo?= abandoning a nomadic existence and settling in towns. The history of bread stems from the simultaneous development of wheat cultivation, of both natural and beer-derived yeast, and of the tools and ovens necessary for baking. Todaybo?=s crusty baguettes may seem to have little in common with ancient unleavened flatbreads but both are deeply rooted in humanitybo?=s instinctive need for bread.

5:30-7:00 pm, Location: Class of 55 Conference Room, 2nd floor, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library. Free and open to the public. RSVPs appreciated but not required. Please email rbml@pobox.upenn.edu.

Nick Malgieri, former Executive Pastry Chef at Windows on the World, is an inductee into Who's Who of Food and Beverage in America. Malgieri is the author of several award-winning books on baking and desserts including BAKE! Essential Techniques for Perfect Baking and Great Italian Desserts. Currently, Malgieri directs the baking program at the Institute of Culinary Education and frequently serves as a guest teacher at many cooking schools. His most recent book is Nick Malgieri's Bread: Over 60 Breads, Rolls and Cakes plus Delicious Recipes Using Them (2012).

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Dr. James E. Diamond, a long time member with a wealth of knowledge and background in many areas of agriculture. Jim will discuss his time in the Peace Corps and his book titled "I Did What I Had to Do." Jim will also have his books available for signing and sales as well. Son of a beef cattle farmer Dr. Diamond had a strong urge to travel abroad to help and teach people in developing countries. This urge led Jim Diamond and his wife Betty to work and travel in 50 different countries.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Stephen Lee, President of Lee Brothers Inc. Chatsworth, NJ will address the history and outlook of growing cranberries on a multi-generational family farm in New Jersey.Stephen is a 6th generation cranberry grower and works on his family's 11,800 acre cranberry and forestry operation in the Pine Barrens of Southern New Jersey. The farm markets their cranberries exclusively through the grower owned cooperative of Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Ken Kleinpeter, Vice President of Operations at the Glynwood Center in Cold Spring, NY will talk on what he is doing at the Glynwood Center and New Paltz NY to help young farmers get started. Glynwood Farm is a non-profit foundation managing a farm of about 225 acres to train young farmers in all aspects of farming to help them get started. He is also running a program with The Open Space Institute on 500 acres in New Paltz, NY as a farm incubator program.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

John Urbanchuk will describe the current situation and outlook regarding biofuels with specific emphasis on cellulostic ethanol, advanced biofuels and biomass biodiesel as well as an assessment of the impact of biofuels on commodity prices, farm income, and consumer food prices. John is managing Partner of Agriculture and Biofuels Consulting.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Tom Stenzel, President & CEO, United Fresh Produce Association will share insights on the structure, growth opportunities and challenges facing the fruit and vegetable industry in North America. The organization is widely known for its work in government affairs, agriculture policy, supply chain management, food safety and nutrition, all working together to promote growth and profitability for the fresh produce industry.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Dominic O,Brien, the incoming President of the World Trade Association of Philadelphia and a Board Member of the District Export Council will give us a tour of both the Wholesale Food Distribution Center and the Port of Philadelphia. He will highlight the Port's role in food transportation, focusing on facilities and services. The Delaware River Port complex is one of the largest cargo gateways in the US and handles billions of dollars in food products each year.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.

12:15 pm, The Union League, 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia PA

Dr. Mohamed N. Alattiyah, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Qatar will discuss the results of the experiment, Usage of Biotechnology Applications in Agriculture, Rehabilitation of Saline Soil. Qatar is heavily dependent on imports to meet its domestic demand, 90% of the total food demand is currently met from external sources. Eco friendly technologies for raising crops using the non utilized marginal lands utilizing effectively the underutilized natural resources could be considered as a solution for sustainable production.

All interested Penn faculty, students, and staff are invited to attend monthly meetings of the Philadelphia Society for Promoting Agriculture. Meetings begin with lunch at 12:15, followed by a talk. There is a $30 fee for lunch, which is waived for Penn students. Please contact Lynne Farrington at 215 746-5828 or lynne@pobox.upenn.edu for more information.