Event: Farm City Council Tour & Luncheon
Date: Thursday, November 15, 2012
Tour & Luncheon Time: 8am – 1:30pm
Luncheon Only: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Location: Ocala Breeders Sales, 1701 SW 60th Avenue
Registration Contact: 352-671-8400
The tour will travel to Ocala Stud, where visitors will see a working thoroughbred farm including facilities for care and training of young horses. Other tour stops include the Florida Thoroughbred, Breeders and Owners Association. The tour will return to OBS where visitors will learn about elements that support the equine industry in Marion County including transportation, tack, vet care and feed.
The luncheon features locally grown produce and will include the induction of Mr. Arlen Jumper into the Marion County Agricultural Hall of Fame.