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SUMMARY:Wheel-View Farm Open House
DESCRIPTION:RSVP here! \nJoin us at Wheel-View Farm for an open house and barbecue meal on the farm! The event will celebrate Wheel-View and their recent honor\, becoming recipient of the 2022 Leopold Conservation Award for New England. Come see how your beef is grown\, take a tour of the farm store and museum\, and take a tractor-drawn wagon ride to the top of the hill\, overlooking a view across four states! The event will include conversation with Ridge Shinn & Lynne Pledger\, authors of Grass-Fed Beef for a Post-Pandemic World. Speakers will be available for book-signing and questions throughout the day. \nThere will also be an optional barbecue meal served at the farm\, available for $30 per person. The meal will feature Wheel-View Farm grass-fed beef and pastured pork! Please RSVP to let us know if you plan to eat! \nLocation: Wheel-View Farm\, 212 Reynolds Road\, Shelburne Falls\, MA 01370 \nDate and Time: Saturday\, September 23rd\, 10:00am-4:00pm \nPlease contact Carolyn at cwheeler@wheelviewfarm.com with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2023\, September 17-23. Click here to see other events that week!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/open-house-at-wheel-view-farm/
LOCATION:Wheel-View Farm\, 212 Reynolds Road\, Shelburne\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Walk at Atlas Farm: Tillage-Reduced Cover Cropping and Planting Methods for Brassicas
DESCRIPTION:Join Gideon Porth of Atlas Farm and Julie Fine of American Farmland Trust for a field walk exploring innovative approaches to tillage reduction on organic farms. Gideon will showcase the initial results of two trials. One trial is utilizing multiple cover crops\, including oats and peas\, followed by buckwheat\, to prepare for no-till transplanting fall kale. The second trial is using a zone-builder to plant brassica crops into rye-vetch cover crops. Gideon will share the background of the trials\, the equipment\, and the operations involved\, and participants will be able to compare each treatment with its standard tillage control. \nJulie Fine\, New England Climate and Agriculture Specialist will discuss challenges and innovations in regional efforts at tillage reduction on mechanized organic farms\, and share resources for farmers. \nWe will round out the afternoon with farmer-to-farmer Q&A and discussion. \nSpeaker: Gideon Porth has been farming since college and has been the owner/operator of Atlas Farm since 2004. He has grown Atlas Farm from a 2.5-acre rented plot to a 120-acre certified organic farm growing year-round for the local and regional produce market. Gideon and the Atlas Farm team strive to constantly evolve their farming systems to serve as a model for resource-conscious\, ecological farming methods. \nSpeaker: Julie Fine\, New England Climate and Agriculture Specialist for American Farmland Trust has worked on dairy and vegetable farms in MA\, CA\, and New Zealand over the last 20 years before settling in western Massachusetts. In 2018\, she earned an MS in plant and soil science from the Stockbridge School of Agriculture at UMass Amherst researching the effects of winter-killed cover crops on nutrient cycling\, weed suppression\, and soil health. Through relationships with farmers across the Northeast\, Julie has seen the agricultural and climate challenges that food producers face and is dedicated to working together toward site-specific solutions for climate adaptation\, soil health\, and sustainable food production. \nLocation: 635 River Rd\, Deerfield\, MA 01342 \nClick here to learn more and to register for the event!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/soil-health-field-walk-at-atlas-farm-tillage-reduced-cover-cropping-and-planting-methods-for-brassicas/
LOCATION:Atlas Farm\, 635 River Rd Deerfield\, MA 01342
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T150000
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SUMMARY:Hedgerows for Food and Diversity; Agroforestry on Farms and Homesteads
DESCRIPTION:With Jono Neiger as our workshop leader\, we’ll first look at Many Hands Organic Farm through the lens of whole systems design. We will explore\, and literally dig into\, areas of the farm to see how the complexity of soils\, water\, vegetation\, microclimates\, and more are interwoven and incorporated into farm management. Finally\, we will look at specific field edges to see how they might become multi-functional hedgerows.  We’ll walk through hedgerow design- looking at specific edges\, identifying tree species\, installation\, and management strategies. \nHedgerows are an agroforestry strategy that goes far back into human landscape management- where trees\, shrubs with other plants are employed and orchestrated to function in many ways.   They can function as windbreaks\, fuel\, fodder\, pollination\, habitat\, carbon sinks\, and much more. These field and farm edges provide an opportunity to separate and interconnect parts of the landscape. Design and planning of hedgerows are both simple and complex and a chance to diversify the farm. \nWhen: Saturday\, October 7\, 2023\, 10 am – 3 pm\, with potluck lunch\nWhere: Many Hands Sustainability Center\, 411 Sheldon Road\, Barre\, MA \nJono Neiger is a founder and agroforestry planner at Regenerative Design Group Cooperative\, in western Massachusetts with 30+ years of professional experience in agroforestry\, permaculture\, ecological land and site planning\, conservation\, and restoration. He holds a B.S. degree in Forest Biology and a Masters in Landscape Planning and Design and authored The Permaculture Promise. He operates Big River Chestnuts\, a chestnut agroforestry farm in Sunderland\, Massachusetts. \nPrice for the workshop: $50-$100. Register online at https://mhof.net/events-workshops/ \nQuestions: Contact farm@mhof.net or 978-257-1192
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hedgerows-for-food-and-diversity-agroforestry-on-farms-and-homesteads/
LOCATION:Many Hands Sustainability Center\, 411 Sheldon Road\, Barre\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Regenerative Design Group":MAILTO:info@regenerativedesigngroup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T160000
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SUMMARY:Building Soil Health with Mushroom Compost
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin us in our journey of diving deep into the world of compost and mushroom substrate. Throughout the day\, we’ll be looking into the living world of soil and mycelium and sensing how to integrate spent mushroom substrate into home and small-scale farm composting systems. Learn about Woven Roots Farm’s no-till\, hand-scale\, growing\, composting\, mulching\, and harvesting practices\, and how mushroom substrate is being incorporated into their farming practices. \nMushroom substrate is an amazing way to increase the bioactivity of your compost\, making your soil rich and nutrients more accessible to plants. We will be looking at compost at all stages: mixing it ourselves\, observing a well-inoculated sample\, and spreading compost on our beds. We’ll also take a close look at compost throughout the inoculation process via microscopes\, guiding you to know what to look for on your own. For those that don’t have a microscope at home\, this is a great chance to learn how to build one using simple materials and a smartphone. DIY kits will be for sale. Afterwards\, you’ll be able to sense into making your own beautiful mushroom compost blend\, look for the creatures who make compost happen\, and apply this knowledge to your very own beds. Click here for more information! \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: October 8 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Woven Roots Farm\, 12 McCarty Road\, Tyringham\, MA 01264 \nPrice: $75 – $135\n\nQuestions? Contact Hannah McDonald\, NOFA/Mass Events Manager\, at events@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/building-soil-health-with-mushroom-compost/
LOCATION:Woven Roots Farm\, 12 McCarty Road\, Tyringham\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231008T130000
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SUMMARY:Dynamic Forests Walk
DESCRIPTION:Healthy forests are important for clean water\, wildlife habitat\, wood products\, and providing climate benefits.  Join us for a forest tour in the Berkshire Foothills to learn from foresters and biologists how forest planning and management can build a resilient landscape.  We will have the chance to see several different forest treatments that were completed at various points in time over the last 20 years.  They will provide excellent opportunities to see how these woodlands have responded and how these projects complement the larger forest and the needs of wildlife.  This is a fantastic learning opportunity if you are curious about how forests are managed and how you can approach forest planning on your own woodlot or community forest. \nLocation: Tunxis Club\, Tollard\, MA \nThe workshop is free but please RSVP by contacting Matt DiBona at mdibona@nwtf.net or call/text 302-943-3239.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/dynamic-forests-walk/
LOCATION:Tunxis Club\, Tollard\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
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SUMMARY:Fantastic Fungi movie screening and panel discussion
DESCRIPTION:Photo from Fantastic Fungi website \n\nJoin CISA for a movie screening and panel discussion of Fantastic Fungi! \n\n\nTuesday\, December 5th at 7:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\nBuy tickets here! https://tinyurl.com/3z6xk989\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented in partnership with Amherst Cinema. \nFeaturing a post-screening panel discussion with: \n\nJulia Coffey\, Mycoterra Farm\nHunter Linscott\, Livingstone Mycology\nPaul Lagrèze\, New England Wild Edibles\nModerator: Claire Morenon\, CISA\n\n\nFANTASTIC FUNGI is a vivid journey into the mysterious subterranean world of mycelium and its fruit—the mushroom. A story that begins 3.5 billion years ago\, fungi makes the soil that supports life\, connecting vast systems of roots from plants and trees all over the planet. \nThrough the eyes of renowned scientists and mycologists like Paul Stamets\, best-selling authors Michael Pollan\, Eugenia Bone\, Andrew Weil\, and others\, we experience the power\, beauty\, and complexity of the fungi kingdom. \nNarrated by Brie Larson\, the 2019 film is an astonishing blueprint for how the mycelium network connects all humanity and the natural world\, offering solutions to some of our most pressing medical\, therapeutic\, and environmental challenges.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fantastic-fungi-movie-screening-and-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Amherst Cinema\, 28 Amity Street\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T120000
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SUMMARY:Incorporating Perennial Crops on Your Farm with Regenerative Design Group
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nAgroforestry crops and practices have the potential to help farmers manage the land they are farming in different ways\, providing new opportunities to grow emerging crops that can be incorporated into existing markets\, or help boost ecological and financial resiliency. Attendees will hear from Jono Neiger of Regenerative Design Group (RDG) and Big River Chestnuts about potential perennial crops\, their management\, and how practices can be defined and funded (through NRCS\, MDAR or other sources). \nWith Farmer Co-Presenters Seva Water; Nutwood Farm / Regenerative Design Group\nBabette Wils; Bigfoot Food Forest \nRegenerative Design Group is a worker-owned ecological design practice dedicated to working with farm owners to develop diverse agroecological and agroforestry systems that support the farm’s social\, environmental\, and economic goals. \n\nDate: Thursday\, January 25\, 2024\, 10AM-12PM\nLocation: Online\nFee: $20 Members\, $30 non-members\n\nContact Berkshire Grown at buylocal@berkshiregrown.org or call (413) 528-0041 for more information. \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/incorporating-perennial-crops-on-your-farm-with-regenerative-design-group/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Grown":MAILTO:buylocal@berkshiregrown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T120000
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CREATED:20240202T142813Z
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Farm Energy Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Farm Energy Program will provide an overview of the application process and requirements for MDAR’s energy grant\, as well as the USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grant. \nThe webinar will be held via Microsoft Teams on February 8 from 11:00am to 12:00pm. To register\, please visit this page. For more information\, please contact Megan Denardo at the Massachusetts Farm Energy Program at megan.denardo@cetonline.org or 413-727-3090.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-farm-energy-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240129T215540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210324Z
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SUMMARY:When Damaging Weather Strikes
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 9 at 12 p.m.: When Damaging Weather Strikes – a presentation on the disaster programs available from FSA to help farmers recover from damaging weather\, including information on the Emergency Conservation Program which was recently expanded to include snow removal. REGISTER HERE \nFSA provides programs and loans to help farmers provide food\, fuel\, and fiber to millions of people worldwide. The New York FSA staff work hard every day to ensure that New York farmers have the information they need to participate in federally funded agricultural programs. FSA-administered programs benefit all Americans by providing stability for our agricultural producers\, thus helping ensure a safe\, abundant\, and affordable supply of food and fiber. \nIf you would need to request an accommodation\, please contact Lynnette Wright at (315) 477-6309\, or by e-mail at lynnette.wright@usda.gov  at least three days prior to the webinar to request accommodations (e.g.\, an interpreter\, translator\, etc.) or materials in an alternative format (e.g.\, Braille\, large print\, audiotape – captioning\, etc.).
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/when-damaging-weather-strikes/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210512Z
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SUMMARY:Plant-Pollinator Interactions on the Landscape: Native Pollination Systems Design and Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Instructor Evan Abramson will discuss the critical role that plant selection plays in designing biodiverse landscapes. Understand why pollinator habitat is the single most important factor to consider in creating resilient terrestrial ecosystems. An interdisciplinary presentation on plant-pollinator interactions and their intersections with science\, design\, climate resilience\, ecological health and food security will be followed by a day-long design workshop with participants working in small teams. All necessary research and drafting materials and light lunch will be provided. \nInstructor Evan Abramson is the Founder and Principal of Landscape Interactions. A landscape designer and regional planner\, he works closely with project partners along every step of the process\, from conception through design\, implementation and maintenance. He holds a Master of Science in Ecological Design from the Conway School of Landscape Design\, Certificates in Permaculture Design and Biodynamic Gardening\, and is the author of numerous publications. \n\nSaturday\, Feb. 10\, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\nLocation: Berkshire Botanical Gardens\nMembers: $140/Non-Members $160
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/plant-pollinator-interactions-on-the-landscape-native-pollination-systems-design-and-restoration/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Stockbridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T020000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T043000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240125T154748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210557Z
UID:45695-1708135200-1708144200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:No-till Gardening for a Resilient Future
DESCRIPTION:Apply here!  \nLongtime valley farmer and educator\, Rose Cherneff of Gardening for the Future\, is running a monthly course from February – October 2024 about growing food for social and climate resilience. \nWhat are the concrete gardening skills needed to grow food in the face of climate change? How do we build a resilient community while growing food for the future? \nWe are living in rapidly changing times. This year was filled with fires and floods\, the year before was a drought. Societal forces seek to separate and divide us. And yet\, the earth offers itself as a source of nourishment through it all. How can we learn to work with the earth in the face of all this change? How can we grow food in ways that help build resilient communities? \nThis course\, called “No-till Gardening for a Resilient Future” meets once a month for 9 months from February 2024-October 2024 and guides you through the growing season\, with lessons geared towards the upcoming month’s gardening tasks. Readings and other educational opportunities will be provided in-between classes. \nEach of the class topics will be explored through the lens of climate and social resilience. This course will deepen one’s connection to the natural world through a scientific\, social\, spiritual\, emotional\, and creative lens. There will be space to share knowledge participants bring to the topics\, as well as to ask questions specific to your gardening projects and interests. \nThere will be two cohorts of this course- please choose the time and day that works best for you. \nBoth cohorts meet at Astarte Farm in Hadley\, MA.\n\n\nSaturday classes will meet on: February 17th\, March 16th\, April 6th\, May 11th\, June 8th\, July 13th\, August 10th\, September 7th\, and October 19th.\nSunday classes will meet on:  February 18th\, March 17th\, April 7th\, May 12th\, June 9th\, July 14th\, August 11th\, September 8th\, and October 20th.\n\nThis course is offered on a sliding scale:  \n\n\n\n\n$275: Low-end cost\, applies to those who have experienced current and/or historical marginalization from the land and/or from other material resources.\n$625: Base cost\n$975: High-end cost\, applies to those who own a home and/or land\, or have access to savings/ inherited wealth/ or high earning power.\nBIPOC Full Scholarship\, applies to those who identify as Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/45695/
LOCATION:Astarte Farm\, 123 West Street\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240111T210528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210735Z
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SUMMARY:A Call to Right Relations and Climate Resilience in Food Systems and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Many in the New England region and beyond continue to reckon with the tragic history of what has been done to Indigenous peoples through the process of colonization and economic greed. Amidst genocide and cultural devastation\, many tribes have been remarkably resilient and continue to hold on to their traditional teachings to guide them through unspeakable atrocities. With the #LandBack movement gaining momentum and growing support for tribal food sovereignty\, FSNE recognizes that there is much to learn from Indigenous neighbors and partners\, especially when it comes to being in “right relationship” with the planet and one another. During this session\, FSNE is honored to welcome two Indigenous guests who have generously agreed to share how one might honor the spirit of longstanding treaties and respectfully engage with “all our kin.” \nGuests include: \n\nGae Ho Hwako Norma Jacobs\, elder of the Wolf Clan of the Cayuga Nation\, Longhouse Faithkeeper and author of Odagahodhes\nErica Wood\, Alaskan Native Iñupiaq plant ecologist and environmental/food justice advocate\n\nFree to attend but registration required – https://fsne.info/right-relations \nDate: February 23rd\, 9am – 1pm
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/a-call-to-right-relations-and-climate-resilience-in-food-systems-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240302T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240205T182520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T161822Z
UID:45920-1709373600-1709379000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cool Bugs and Native Plants: Adventures in Native Plant Gardening for Beginners and Families
DESCRIPTION:Register Here! \nFor all ages\, including families with children in grades 3-5 \nLearn the basics using native plants in gardens and the diversity of life created in even a small garden.  Native plants bring insects\, birds and other wildlife to your space.  What’s good? What’s bad? Does that insect sting?  What is that cool butterfly? Three years after slowly planting native plants in her own field\, she has some answers to these questions. Jocelyn Demuth is the proprietor of Checkerspot Farm\,  a native plant nursery in Colrain\, MA named after an elusive butterfly. Last year the farm’s namesake returned to the native plant meadow attached to the farm. Jocelyn will share the ways that you can create space for and identify some of these interesting creatures who are the foundations of our ecosystems. Click here for more information! \nPresenter: Jocelyn Demuth\, owner of Checkerspot Farm (Colrain) \nDates: \n\nSaturday\, March 2\, 10-11:30 AM at Hadley Public Library \nSaturday\, March 30\, 2024\, 10:00 – 11:00 AM at Storr’s Public Library in Longmeadow
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cool-bugs-and-native-plants-adventures-in-native-plant-gardening-for-beginners-and-families/
LOCATION:Multiple Venues
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T123000
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SUMMARY:Hatfield 2040: The Future of Farming
DESCRIPTION:Over the past year\, the Hatfield Comprehensive Planning Committee has solicited feedback from the farming community on the many challenges and opportunities in agriculture this decade and beyond.  This workshop will explore several solution-based approaches to mitigating and adapting to climate change\, including a review of new and existing targeted funding opportunities to support shifting strategies. \n\nDate: March 9th\, 2024\nTime: 8:30AM-12:30PM\nLocation: Hatfield Legion\, 1 Prospect St.\n\nPresenters include Caro Roszell of American Farmland Trust\, Jono Neiger of Regenerative Design Group\, and Lincoln Fishman of Momentum Ag. \nThe gathering will also serve as a final opportunity to weigh in on how the town can best prioritize and support farmers to continue farming in Hatfield into 2040.  Please join us to learn\, share your priorities\, and discuss the set of recommendations prepared by the Ag Commission\, Comprehensive Plan Committee\, and Regenerative Design Group consultant firm. \nThis event is for commercial Hatfield farms of all types and sizes\, both conventional and organic. Family members and additional farm operators are encouraged to attend. Funding for this workshop has been provided by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs through the Massachusetts Municipal Vulnerability Program. \nBreakfast will be provided. Please RSVP so we know how many are attending.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hatfield-2040-the-future-of-farming/
LOCATION:Hatfield Legion\, 1 Prospect St\, Hatfield
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T183000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240301T204949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T210624Z
UID:46185-1710435600-1710441000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Approaching Nutrient Management in a Changing Climate
DESCRIPTION:Thursday March 14th\, 5:00-6:30 PM \nDynamic weather patterns brought about by a changing climate pose new challenges to producers throughout the Northeast. Among them is the question of how to appropriately manage nutrient availability in response to increased weather volatility. In this forum focused primarily on vegetable and berry farms\, Becky Maden will discuss how to proactively approach nutrient management decision making leading up to and throughout a season. With a focus on understanding the ways in which extreme weather patterns impact farm fertility\, we will explore how to apply farm management strategies to better build resilience into crop production systems. After her presentation\, participants will engage in a facilitated discussion\, sharing their experiences\, successes\, and challenges in adjusting nutrient management approaches in response to climate change. Come to listen\, share your experiences\, ask questions\, troubleshoot\, and be inspired about new systems that may make your own farm more climate resilient. \nFind more information and to register click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/approaching-nutrient-management-in-a-changing-climate/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240207T205944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T231456Z
UID:45965-1710579600-1710604800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farming Forward: Climate Adaptation Workshop for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 16th\, 9-4pm \nLocation: The Guthrie Center\, Great Barrington MA  \nJoin Berkshire Agricultural Ventures (BAV) for a hands-on\, full-day workshop featuring regional experts on climate smart agriculture practices for the Northeast U.S.. Learn from experts in the field\, exchange ideas with fellow farmers\, and gain practical knowledge on climate adaption methods to enhance your farming practices. Click here for more information and to register! \nThis is in-person event\, and will not be recorded. Lunch included! \nAgenda: \n\n9:00 – 9:30am: Welcome and Introduction to the Workshop\n9:30 – 10:30am: Presentation: Climate Change Projections for Northeast Agricultural Lands with presenter Sara Keleman\, Fellow with USDA Northeast Climate Hub\n10:30 – 10:45am: Break\n10:45am – 12:00pm: Presentation and Discussion: No More Normal with presenter Julie Fine\, Climate & Ag specialist at AFT New England\n12:00 – 1:00pm: Lunch\n1:00 – 2:15pm: Workshop: Whole Farm Planning for Climate Resilience with presenter Laura Lengnick\, Award-winning soil scientist\n2:15 – 2:30pm: Break\n2:30 – 3:45pm: Peer Working Tables\n3:45 – 4:00pm: Closing Remarks
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farming-forward-climate-adaptation-workshop-for-farmers/
LOCATION:The Guthrie Center\, Great Barrington\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240213T223008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T162129Z
UID:46025-1710840600-1710849600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Statewide Local Working Group with NRCS
DESCRIPTION:The annual Statewide Local Working Group meeting will be held over Zoom on Tuesday\, March 19 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.  \nThis is an opportunity to provide input to the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and your local Conservation District on natural resource priorities and management strategies specific to your region. Your input will help both NRCS and the Districts shape their programming to better serve all regions of Massachusetts. Agricultural producers\, owners/operators of nonindustrial private forest land\, professionals representing agricultural and natural resource interests\, and individuals representing a variety of disciplines in the soil\, water\, wetland\, plant\, forestry\, and wildlife sciences are all welcome. \nSee this factsheet for more information. You can register for the Zoom meeting here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/statewide-local-working-group-with-nrcs/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240301T211101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T185834Z
UID:46191-1711026000-1711031400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Maintaining Fertile Grasslands through Climate-Smart Hayland Management  w/ Jaime Garzon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion with Dr. Jaime Garzon focused on soil fertility in grasslands and climate-smart hayland management. Jaime’s presentation will be followed by a facilitated farmer-to-farmer discussion on how you and your peers are managing your soil fertility. Come to listen\, share your experiences\, ask questions\, troubleshoot\, and be inspired about new systems that may make your own farm more climate resilient. \nFind more information and to register click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/maintaining-fertile-grasslands-through-climate-smart-hayland-management-w-jaime-garzon/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240301T204530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240301T210800Z
UID:46180-1711110600-1711116000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Live Panel: Silvopasture in the Northeast
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nSilvopasture (grazing livestock with trees) systems are complex\, dynamic and site specific. The practice is both rooted in indigenous land stewardship and its benefits are well documented by scientific literature. Adoption by farmers and land stewards of silvopasture is growing in interest. \nWith support from the USDA National Agroforestry Center (NAC)\, a collaboration of Regenerative Design Group\, Wellspring Forest Farm\, and Inhabit Films completed a project to highlight innovative examples of silvopasture systems in the Northeastern USA. \nThe project began with an inventory of self-identified silvopasture practitioners and resulted in nine case study videos of a wide range of farms utilizing pigs\, sheep\, goats\, cattle\, and poultry in their farming systems. \nVideos are released biweekly and can be viewed on the Farming with Trees YouTube channel and website. The final video will be released on March 1. \nOn March 22 from 12:30 – 2pm\, Wellspring Forest Farm will host a live panel discussion via ZOOM with four of the farmers where participants are invited to join and ask questions of the farmers. \nParticipating farms include: \n\nEric Shatt of RedByrd Orchard\, Trumansburg NY\nJohn Hopkins\, forester from Susquehanna Tree Care\, PA\nCharlize and Bru Katzenbach of Sweet Sourland Farm\, NJ\nLisa Reilich of Painted Pepper Farm\, ME\n\nAttendance is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/live-panel-silvopasture-in-the-northeast/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Regenerative Design Group":MAILTO:info@regenerativedesigngroup.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240328T183000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240301T210045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T190051Z
UID:46188-1711645200-1711650600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Developing Climate Resilient Water Management Plans for Diverse Cropping Systems
DESCRIPTION:Because of climate change\, it can be more difficult than ever to plan for meeting the water needs of your crops. Answering questions around the nuances of crop water needs\, how to identify and utilize appropriate water sources\, and how to know if your water supply will be sustainable into the future are all becoming more challenging to answer. In this forum Dr. Rahcel Schattman will discuss how to acquire the information needed to develop climate resilient farm water plans and cover emerging opportunities for improving water management strategies in diversified cropping systems. Rachel’s presentation will be followed by a facilitated farmer-to-farmer discussion. Come to listen\, share your experiences\, ask questions\, troubleshoot\, and be inspired about new systems that may make your own farm more climate resilient.  \nFind more information and to register click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/developing-climate-resilient-water-management-plans-for-diverse-cropping-systems/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240318T161559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T190200Z
UID:46320-1713013200-1713020400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: No-till Practices for Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Join local GFN farmer and educator Rose Cherneff at Grow Food Northampton’s Organic Community Garden to learn about all things soil! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out\, this event is perfect for anyone figuring out how to grow food in the time of climate change. \n\nThis hands-on workshop will begin with an introduction to soil health – learning how to assess our soil using both our innate senses and carbon-proxy tests\, as well as how to interpret chemical soil test results from the UMASS soil lab.  We will then move into learning about no-till gardening techniques to enhance soil health such as planting\, tarping\, and crimping cover crops\, lasagna gardening\, and living mulches! This workshop is offered on a sliding scale fee of $0-20. \n\nSign up for the Saturday\, April 13 workshop here\n(Please save Sunday\, April 14 as a rain date!)\n\nAnd…if you are looking for more in-depth learning about no-till gardening\, Rose Cherneff teaches a 9-month long course on climate resilient gardening through their school “Gardening for the Future.” The course covers a range of topics to help gardeners grow food during this time of climate change\, and is offered on a sliding scale.  The course began in February\, but gardeners are invited to join now!  Learn more and sign up for the course here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/no-till-practices-for-soil-health/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240327T163730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T163730Z
UID:46412-1713461400-1713468600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Soil Carbon Amendment Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Have you been growing cover crops year after year and still aren’t seeing soil organic matter increase? Are you tired of soil moisture swings\, seeing water puddle on your fields and watching your crops and pastures dry up a few weeks later? Do you worry that you’re not getting the most out of your fertilizer investments? If the answer to any of these questions is yes\, you may be interested in the Soil Carbon Amendment (SCA) webinar\, hosted by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Soil Health Subcommittee and American Farmland Trust (AFT). Click here for more information. \n\nArthur Siller\, Soil Health Specialist and Olivia Golden\, Urban Agriculture Educator of UMass Extension will discuss compost application rates\, the effect of compost on soil organic matter and other soil properties and the differences between manure and compost.\nDeborah Aller\, Extension Associate\, Cornell University will present on her research with biochar and its positive effects on soil health.\nKate Parsons\, Resource Conservationist\, NRCS will cover the financial assistance that is available for eligible agricultural producers to apply compost\, biochar or other soil carbon amendments using NRCS’ new Conservation Practice Code 336 (SCA).\n\nAnd of course\, no soil health webinar is complete without a very brief review of the soil health principles. This webinar is designed for both farmers and technical service providers. Please register by Monday April 15th to learn how Soil Carbon Amendment can help you advance towards your soil organic matter goals. \nDATE: April 18\, 2024 \nTIME: 5:30 – 7:30 pm EST \nLOCATION: Online Event\, meeting link sent by email \n\nQuestions? Contact Caro Roszell at croszell@farmland.org\, (413)-206-7169
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/soil-carbon-amendment-webinar/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240318T183526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T190353Z
UID:46330-1714309200-1714314600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: Adaptations for your own garden
DESCRIPTION:April 28 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm \nJoin climate scientist and community gardener Laura Hilberg of EcoAdapt to explore the realities of climate change in western Massachusetts and the impact on farmers and gardeners in our local landscape. \nClimate change is already affecting our community in the form of frequent\, severe flooding\, heat waves\, and unseasonably warm winters\, and these impacts are likely to become even more extreme over the coming decades. Although it is difficult to predict what will happen and challenging to cope with climate change on top of all of the existing stressors we are all dealing with\, there is a lot we can do to prepare for and respond to the changes that are happening – and hopefully build a better\, stronger community in the process! \nThis workshop will introduce community gardeners and other interested participants to climate change adaptation\, which focuses on how to cope with and respond to climate change. We will also outline the changes that we are most likely to experience in western Massachusetts and how they might impact our community garden\, and provide some resources for participants who are interested in exploring these topics in greater detail. Finally\, we will leave ample time for questions. We encourage you to ask questions in the registration form ahead of time\, so that we have the information to answer them at the workshop! \nFREE\, donations accepted  \nPlease register\, and submit questions here \n(Rain date: Sunday\, May 5)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptive-gardening-series-adaptation-for-your-own-garden/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240227T125658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T131056Z
UID:46127-1714309200-1714320000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:No-till Gardens and Farms: Healthy Soil\, Heal Climate
DESCRIPTION:An experiential learning packed afternoon suitable to farmers or enthusiastic gardeners seeking to learn and use no-till methods that use simple tools\, build healthy soil\, reduce labor and cost inputs\, and promote climate resilience. A perfect time of year to learn and introduce several techniques that build healthy soil. Led by Seeds of Solidarity farmer\, co-founder Ricky Baruc\, known for his no-till farming successes and invigorating teaching style. Pre-registration required. Sliding scale: $35 to $60. Proceeds will be donated to 1for3.org to support their school and community gardening programs for Palestinians in the West Bank. Email deb@seedsofsolidarity.org to register. \nSunday April 28\, 1-4PM \nVisit Seeds of Solidarity’s website for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/no-till-gardens-and-farms-healthy-soil-heal-climate/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240318T184543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T185541Z
UID:46336-1714827600-1714834800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: Philosophy of Permaculture
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will offer reflections on the principles and philosophy of permaculture from Claudia Murray\, a graduating senior in the Sustainable Food and Farming program at UMass. We will look at the relationship between farming and European colonization\, and learn how permaculture offers a shift in perspective to address these crises. We hope to think through new approaches to engaging with food\, farming\, and our connections to the land. Finally\, we will consider different ways of integrating permaculture at the community garden or in your own home garden! All gardening experience levels welcome. \nFree\, limited space available. \nPlease register here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptive-gardening-series-philosophy-of-permaculture/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T173000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240328T043100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T141905Z
UID:46425-1715616000-1715621400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Impacts of Increasing Annual Temperatures for New England Farms
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nJoin CISA and Sara Kelemen from the USDA Northeast Climate Hub on Monday\, May 13th\, 4-5:30pm for the annual Adapt Your Farm to Climate Change webinar and workshop series kick-off event. The 2024 series focuses on the impacts of increasing temperatures throughout the year on specific parts of our food system\, including soils\, weeds and pests\, farmworker health and safety\, heat tolerant crops\, urban farms and others. \nSara will share climate and temperature data from New England and discuss some examples of how temperature change will impact agricultural operations. Sara has been working on diversified farms for 8 years\, and manages climate adaptation and mitigation planning programs for many types of farmers with the Climate Hub and other partners. \nThrough webinars and on-farm workshops\, participants in this year’s events will learn about adaptation practices and how to implement them\, hear from technical assistance providers and converse with farmers on their experiences making changes on their farms. See this year’s full schedule here and see you on the 13th! \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/impacts-of-increasing-annual-temperatures-for-new-england-farms/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T183000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240318T185752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T185752Z
UID:46343-1715878800-1715884200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: Mill River Floods\, Past & Present
DESCRIPTION:On the 150th Anniversary of the Mill River Flood of 1874\, join local historian John Sinton and Smith College Botany professor Gaby Immerman\, co-founders of the Mill River Greenway Initiative\, for a presentation on the history and current state of Mill River floods and the relationship of flooding with the Grow Food Northampton Community Garden. More details coming soon! \nSliding scale\, $0-30\, limited space available. \nPlease register here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptive-gardening-series-mill-river-floods-past-present/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240318T185418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T201544Z
UID:46339-1717236000-1717241400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: Good Bug\, Bad Bug
DESCRIPTION:Learn the ins and outs of which insects live in our gardens\, why\, and how they affect our crops from Master Gardener Ken Conway! \nFree \nPlease Register here 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptive-gardening-series-good-bug-bad-bug/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240603T204112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T165712Z
UID:46977-1719424800-1719432000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Maintaining Agricultural Ditches: What to Know About the Agricultural Exemption and Best Practices from NRCS
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nPlease join us on Wednesday June 26th at 6pm at the Hadley Senior Center for a workshop on ditches and storm water management in agricultural settings. This workshop is intended for farmers and members of conservation and agricultural commissions. We will hear from the MA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) on the agricultural exemption\, with time for Q&A. There will be a presentation on best practices & resources from the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS). Staff representing CISA\, MDAR APR\, Hampshire Hampden Conservation Districts and Hadley Conservation Commission will be attending the event and available to answer questions. \nDate: Wednesday\, June 26th\, 6pm \nLocation: Hadley Senior Center\, 46 Middle St.\, Hadley\, MA 01035 \nContact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/maintaining-ditches/
LOCATION:Hadley Senior Center\, 46 Middle St\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T123000
DTSTAMP:20260526T175643
CREATED:20240605T195025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T195234Z
UID:47019-1719653400-1719664200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Agroforestry & Climate Adaptation: A Tour of Big River Chestnuts
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nWith each year that passes\, extreme weather events become more frequent and erratic\, and it becomes harder and harder to make a living as a farmer. In response to climate change\, many farmers are experimenting with a range of ‘climate-smart’ practices that increase the diversity\, resilience\, and adaptability of their operation. Some particularly exciting practices fall under the umbrella of ‘agroforestry’ – a broad term that refers to any practice that intentionally integrates forestry with agriculture. \nAgroforestry is not new – It is a traditional practice that was forgotten as American farms grew larger\, less diverse\, and more mechanized. However\, agroforestry is starting to receive a great deal of attention\, and is primed for a resurgence. Indeed\, agroforestry practices may prove vital in keeping farmers farming. \nJoin us for a tour of Big River Chestnuts\, where we will learn about agroforestry practices from Jono Neiger. Big River Chestnuts is a 10-acre diversified alley cropping and silvopasture farm started by Jono in 2018\, with a vision to produce commercial quantities of chestnuts while\nstewarding the river terrace soils and habitat. In addition to the chestnuts\, Jono grows heartnuts\, hazelnuts\, and persimmon. A diverse mix of perennial crops grow in between the rows of trees\, while livestock forage amongst the lush landscape\, adding valuable nutrients while providing light tillage\, along with a host of other benefits. \nThe day will begin with a short discussion on the value of agroforestry as a climate adaptation technique\, followed by a walking tour of the farm. After the tour\, people are encouraged to socialize and enjoy some local snacks. Please register here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, June 29\, 2024\nTime: Farm Tour from 9:30 to 11:30. Socializing from 11:30 to 12:30.\nLocation:195 River Rd\, Sunderland\, MA\nContact: hampdenhampshireconservation@gmail.com\n\nClick here for more information
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/agroforestry-climate-adaptation-a-tour-of-big-river-chestnuts/
LOCATION:Big River Chestnuts\, 44-98 Settright Rd\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01373
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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