Conference to look at ways to combine arts and agriculture set for Sept. 3-5 in Greensboro, N,C.

Combining arts and agriculture to boost rural economies is the focus of a three-day conference Sept. 3-5 in Greensboro, N.C. Sponsored by Art-Force and the National Rural Assembly, the conference, "Cross-Currents: Art + Agriculture Powering Rural Economies" includes "dialogue, workshops and exploration of how partnerships between the creative arts and agriculture are producing innovative strategies for economic development and well-being in rural communities," according to its website.

The conference will allow participants to "highlight successful models of the arts as connector, developer, facilitator, and economic generators, build a compelling case for more creative and leading edge rural revitalization strategies, and offer examples of how to build collaboration, capacity, and value among food advocates, agricultural producers, artists and designers, planners, and community leaders," states the website.

The registration fee is $190. For more information or to register for the event, click here.