PRIORITIES: -Supporting Sustainable Production and Small Enterprise Food and Farm Businesses (>$250,000/year) -Economic Benefits: Regional Economies (domestic products) -Economic Benefits: Authentic branding and marketing (Farm traceability, Terroir-based products) -Commitment to Equitable Access - STEERING COMMITEE PURPOSE: The purpose of the Cascadia Grains Steering Committee is to provide subject-appropriate ideas and expertise as it relates to the conference content, program, speakers and agenda; to suggest ways to optimize value for attendees and sponsors; to help secure and recruit sponsors in the form of in-kind donations or financial giving; and to effectively promote the conference among personal and professional contacts and groups.