GROWN

Where Oklahoma’s Agriculture & Nutrition Experts Meet

GROWN is an annual, one-day event created and hosted by registered dietitian and Oklahoma farmer Sheri Glazier, MS, RDN/LD.

Designed for nutrition professionals, educators, and anyone who wants to understand where food really begins, GROWN bridges the space between agriculture and everyday nutrition.

Each year, attendees step beyond the classroom and into the field—meeting producers, touring farms, and experiencing firsthand how food is grown, processed, and shared with communities.

The 2025 program, “Stepping Out of the Elements: Growing Food & Giving Back,” explores how innovation in agriculture—from hydroponics to sustainable pork production—is shaping the future of nutrition and food security.

At its core, GROWN is about connection: between farmers and dietitians, between science and story, and between the food we grow and the people we feed.

  • Details

    Friday, November 21, 2025

    9 AM – 5 PM (Check-in begins at 8:45 AM)

    Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma
    1304 N. Kenosha Avenue
    Tulsa, OK 74106

    CPEU: Pending approval

  • Registration

    The registration fee covers bus transportation, breakfast, lunch, and continuing education.Transportation to Tulsa and overnight lodging are not included. OKAND does not have a hotel room block.

    Registration: $25 – $80
    Only 30 spots available. OKAND members must log in to the Member Dashboard before purchasing a member ticket.

  • Learning Objectives

    Understand hydroponic lettuce production from growing to distribution.

    Gain knowledge in sustainable agricultural practices.

    Learn about food bank resources and local food insecurity.

    Explore how coffee roasting impacts flavor profiles and supply chains.

  • This Event is For

    Registered Dietitians
    Health Professionals
    FCS Professionals

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Programming

  • 9:00 AM – Welcome

    The GROWN Experience Begins — Sheri Glazier, MS, RDN/LD

  • Farmers’ Commitment to Nutritious Pork

    Kylee Deniz, Oklahoma Pork Council & Cathy Vaughan, Industry Expert

    Inside look at how Oklahoma producers raise pigs with care to provide safe, high-quality pork from farm to table.

  • Tour: Better Day Farms

    Angus Martin, Better Day Farms

    See hydroponic lettuce and herbs thriving year-round in a controlled-environment system that proves innovation and sustainability can coexist.

  • GROWN: A Culinary Experience

    Chef Jeremy Johnson

    Interactive lunch featuring Oklahoma-grown pork and local produce. Learn hands-on cooking techniques and flavor-building.

    Sponsored by the Oklahoma Pork Council.

  • GROWN: Gives Back

    Participants will assemble holiday food boxes for the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma—supporting local families and reinforcing the day’s theme of community and giving.

  • Tour: Topeca Coffee Roastery

    Elise Anderson, Topeca Coffee

    Experience one of the few fully vertically integrated “seed-to-cup” coffee operations in the world, including roasting demos and tastings.

  • 4:30 PM – Together We’ve GROWN

    Closing reflections with Sheri Glazier, MS, RDN/LD

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Registered Dietitian, Farmer, and Founder of Dirt Road Dietitian

Sheri connects food, farming, and nutrition in ways that resonate with both producers and consumers. Through GROWN, she brings people together to learn, collaborate, and give back.

Hosted By Sheri Glazier, MS, RDN/LD

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Community Impact: GROWN Gives Back

A cornerstone of every GROWN event is GROWN: Gives Back—a partnership with the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma. Together, attendees assemble meal boxes that directly support local families during the holiday season. It’s a reminder that while agriculture continues to innovate, generosity and community remain at the heart of the work.