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End Malnutrition Now: The Evergreen Revolution
Posted on Thursday, 17 May 2012 | Permalink
The presentation bearing this title made at the Rotary International Convention in Bangkok on 9 May 2012 was a collaborative effort beween Learn Grow and AVRDC - The World Vegetable Center.
It has sparked much interest and is now available for you to read by clicking here.
Learn Grow Chairman presented with Lifetime Achievement Award
Posted on Tuesday, 15 May 2012 | Permalink
Learn Grow Chairman, Buz Green, has been presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding service of almost 40 years to the horticultural industry. The accolade was presented at the AUSVEG National Awards for Excellence in Hobart, Tasmania on 12 May 2012.
Click here to read the full story, courtesy of The Advocate.
Peracto News features the Learn Grow project as its cover story
Posted on Wednesday, 2 May 2012 | Permalink
The April 2012 edition of Peracto News features the Learn Grow journey so far as its cover story. It's an inspiring read!
Download the Peracto News here.
You can also view it online at http://www.catalogue.au.com/peracto/april2012/.
Newsletter offers latest news
Posted on Thursday, 15 March 2012 | Permalink
The Learn Grow Newsletter for March 2012 provides information on the latest news and developments with the project.
Obtain an update on international forums that Learn Grow and the Food Plant Solutions Rotarian Action Group will be attending in April and May. And get a preview of the dynamic breakout session planned for the Rotary International Convention in Bangkok.
It's all covered in the March 2012 edition.
Download March 2012 Newsletter
Learn Grow included in new edition of An Introduction to Programs of Rotarians Down Under
Posted on Tuesday, 13 March 2012 | Permalink
Learn Grow has been included on page 64 of the latest edition of An Introduction to Programs of Rotarians Down Under.
It was first published in 1995 and this its 5th update.
Click the image below for a pdf version of the Learn Grow page:
2012 Rotary International Convention, Bangkok
Posted on Tuesday, 6 March 2012 | Permalink
The countdown is on to the 2012 Rotary International Convention in May! In addition to being there with information booths, Learn Grow and the Food Plant Solutions RAG will be hosting a dynamic breakout session. Full details for your diary are available to download below.
We would welcome hearing from any Rotarian who may be able to assist with the manning of our booths or could video the proceedings of the breakout session. Please email the Learn Grow team at info@learngrow.org.
Learn Grow and Food Plant Solutions Rotarian Action Group represented at Rotary International Assembly in San Diego
Posted on Monday, 30 January 2012 | Permalink
Learn Grow and Food Plant Solutions Rotarian Action Group combined to man a booth at the Projects Fair, as part of Rotary’s International Assembly in San Diego, California from 15-21 January 2012.
An annual event, the purpose of the International Assembly is to educate, motivate and inspire district governors-elect to lead Rotarians in their districts. Through plenary sessions, group discussions and fellowship activities, future governors gain the hands-on information they need for the coming year.
The activities of Learn Grow mesh very well with the Rotary theme of Peace Through Service for 2012-13 announced by Rotary International President-Elect Sakuji Tanaka, at the Assembly. “Violent conflicts often lead to hunger and reduced food production. And the reverse is also true. Hunger and lack of access to essential facilities often lie at the heart of violent conflicts”, Learn Grow Chairman, Buz Green said. “Drawing on its extensive database of some 24,000 edible plants, Learn Grow seeks to share knowledge about using local food plants with international food aid providers, helping to bring hope to the hungry and malnourished.”
International Assembly offered a great opportunity to share the Learn Grow vision and show district governors-elect from around the world how clubs in their districts can become involved and make a difference. Strong interest was expressed in the project, with 27 districts signing up to become actively involved and many others collecting literature to become more informed.
Special thanks is extended to our friends in Australia and overseas who most ably manned the display and spread the message.
Learn-Grow in Rotary Down Under
Posted on Sunday, 18 December 2011 | Permalink
The December issue of Rotary Down Under has a great article on Learn-Grow.
The article is titled "From Little Things, Big Things are Starting to Grow". It gives a good summary of our aims and outlines several areas where Learn-Grow can use additional support. These are:
- Journalism
- Agonomy/botanical/technical support
- Marketer of discs
- Project managers
- Facebook manager
- IT and marketing support
For more details please see the article.
Newsletter offers latest news
Posted on Friday, 9 December 2011 | Permalink
The Learn Grow Newsletter for December 2011 provides information on the latest news and developments with the project.
Obtain an update on international forums that Learn Grow and the Food Plant Solutions Rotarian Action Group will be attending in the first half of 2012. And learn about a practical activity that you can undertake that is sure to give you much "food for thought"!
It's all covered in the December 2011 edition.
Download December 2011 Newsletter
Learn Grow Chairman wins prestigious award
Posted on Thursday, 8 December 2011 | Permalink
Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL) recently announced Learn Grow Chairman, Buz Green, as the winner of the Graham Gregory Award.
This award has been the horticulture industry’s most prestigious accolade, recognising outstanding achievements from all sectors in horticulture. Buz is the Executive Chairman of Serve-Ag Pty Ltd, a leading provider of agronomic advice, technology and inputs to farmers. He has been a significant influence on Tasmania’s earned reputation as a reliable supplier of both processed and fresh market horticultural products over the past 35 years.
Buz has travelled extensively throughout the world’s agricultural areas. As a result of this experience, Buz chairs Learn Grow which provides information from the world’s largest database of over 24,000 edible plants to assist food aid providers in their humanitarian work in developing countries. Learn Grow is a project of the Rotary Club of Devonport North, Tasmania.
Buz has led a number of delegations to Rotary International conferences, including a field team to Solomon Islands to implement the adoption of the Learn Grow program.
Named for the late Graham Gregory AO, the first Chairman of the former Horticultural Research and Development Corporation, this award recognises Buz and his considerable achievements. His expertise will help Learn Grow continue to achieve its aim of helping the hungry around the world to feed themselves.
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HAL Chairman Selwyn Snell congratulates award winner Buz Green - Photo courtesy of HAL |
