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SUMMARY:Farmer Climate Forum: New England Climate Trends\, Soil Hydrology\, and Managing the Effects of Soil Saturation
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information. \nSean Birkel\, Research Assistant Professor at the University of Maine and the Maine State Climatologist\, will review Maine’s historical temperature and precipitation trends and future climate projections\, and discuss impacts to the growing season. Sean will give an overview of online tools relevant to agriculture\, including growing degree day and precipitation summaries\, frost date estimates\, and other resources. \nJoshua Faulkner\, Director of the UVM Extension Center for Sustainable Agriculture\, will discuss general soil and hydrology concepts that relate to drainage and water management in agriculture in the context of extreme rainfall.  He will also address how saturation and soil moisture status can affect nutrient cycling and soil health factors and how those relate to farm management practices. \nTheir presentations will be followed by a facilitated farmer-to-farmer discussion. Come to listen\, share your experiences\, ask questions\, troubleshoot\, and be inspired to make your own farm more resilient. \nThe Climate Forums are brought to you by NOFA-VT and the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA). \nThis event is one in a three-part series discussing Flooding\, Excess Precipitation\, and Farm Resilience. At the registration link you can choose to attend whichever sessions you wish.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmer-climate-forum-new-england-climate-trends-soil-hydrology-and-managing-the-effects-of-soil-saturation/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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SUMMARY:Farmer Climate Forum: Farmer Perspectives on Flooding\, Adaptation\, and Building Farm Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information. \nFarmers throughout New England have been severely impacted by extreme precipitation and flooding. As a result\, farms are innovating\, exploring creative and meaningful ways to adapt their businesses and production systems to climate change. Join us for a discussion with Amanda Andrews of Tamarack Hollow Farm\, Bruce Hennessey of Maple Wind Farm\, and Ryan Fitzbeauchamp of Evening Song Farm to learn how both vegetable and livestock producers throughout New England are impacted by flooding and at the same time adapting their farms to build resilience. \nTheir presentations will be followed by a facilitated farmer-to-farmer discussion. Come to listen\, share your experiences\, ask questions\, troubleshoot\, and be inspired to make your own farm more resilient. \nThe Climate Forums are brought to you by NOFA-VT and the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA). \nThis event is one in a three-part series discussing Flooding\, Excess Precipitation\, and Farm Resilience. At the registration link you can choose to attend whichever sessions you wish.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmer-climate-forum-farmer-perspectives-on-flooding-adaptation-and-building-farm-resilience/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T163000
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SUMMARY:Class: No-till\, Climate Resilient Gardening Class
DESCRIPTION:Dreaming of spring? Join longtime valley farmer and educator\, Rose Cherneff\, of Gardening for the Future\, in a 9-month no-till\, climate resilient gardening class this year.  Read more below and check out their business\, Gardening for the Future for other educational offerings as well as one-on-one consultations. \nWe are living in rapidly changing times. This year\, unprecedented hurricanes tore through communities\, while the vast majority of the country experienced drought. Last year was filled with wildfires and floods. 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 meets once a month for 9 months from February 2025- October 2025 at Astarte Farm in Hadley\, MA and guides you through the growing season\, with lessons geared towards the upcoming month’s gardening tasks and connecting you to local community projects. Readings and other educational opportunities will be provided in-between classes. \nEach of the topics\, such as garden planning\, soil health\, cover cropping\, seed saving and more\, 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 ask questions specific to your gardening projects and interests. \nGardeners of all levels- from beginner to expert- are invited to join!  Feel free to reach out to Rose at gardening4thefuture@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/class-no-till-climate-resilient-gardening-class/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T180000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED - Climate resilience\, community\, sustainability: Marketing your farm’s values
DESCRIPTION:This event has been POSTPONED due to weather concerns. \nStay tuned for details about a rescheduled event date. Contact Molly (molly@buylocalfood.org) with questions. \n\nAs a farmer\, you’re driven by your own set of values that shape how you farm and engage with your community. Choosing to center your values in farm marketing can be a deeply personal decision\, but also make a difference in attracting and retaining a customer base that’s motivated by your shared values. Join CISA for a panel and farmer-to-farmer discussion exploring how local farmers showcase sustainable practices\, climate resilience\, equitable food access\, and other values-based initiatives to further farm goals and differentiate their business. Farmer guest speakers will include Ellen Drews\, Farm Manager at Astarte Farm in Hadley\, and Abby Ferla\, Farm Manager at Foxtrot Farm in Ashfield. Following the panel\, Local Hero Program Manager\, Jen Smith\, will facilitate a group discussion to dig deeper into how farmers choose when and how to be public about their values\, challenges that arise from making a statement\, and strategies for effective customer communication. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-resilience-community-sustainability-marketing-your-farms-values/
LOCATION:Florence Civic Center\, 90 Park Street\, Florence\, MA\, 01062
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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SUMMARY:How to talk about climate change with customers and other audiences
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nPlease note: The location for this event has changed. The event will now be held in the community hall at the Unitarian Universalist Society of Amherst\, 121 N Pleasant St\, Amherst\, MA 01002. \nIn this half-day workshop\, you’ll connect with farmers and others in our local food system to learn and practice effectively communicating about climate change with customers and your community. CISA staff\, including climate coordinator Stephen Taranto and communications coordinator Jacob Nelson\, will share examples of best practices and real world communications strategies from local farms. A facilitated group discussion will then help you apply principles in several practice scenarios\, such as marketing farm products based on climate-smart farming practices\, sharing your story with media or public officials\, or explaining to customers how climate uncertainties impact your business to encourage support and action. Participants will leave with new communications resources\, connections\, and hopefully more confidence in speaking up! The last hour will be an optional lunch and time for casual conversation and networking. \n\nDate: Friday\, January 24th\, 2025\nTime: 9:00am – 1:00pm\nNEW LOCATION: Unitarian Universalist Society of Amherst\, 121 N Pleasant St\, Amherst\, MA 01002\n\nContact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/talking-about-climate-change/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Society of Amherst\, 121 N Pleasant St\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T160000
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SUMMARY:Soil Management for Climate Resilience 
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nIn this webinar\, Caro Roszell of American Farmland Trust will discuss the impact and associated risks of increasing year-round temperatures and extreme heat on soil moisture\, nutrient levels\, and other elements of soil quality. The workshop will examine the potential threats of heat to the long-term productivity of Massachusetts farms\, and will highlight practices that can be employed to maintain\, manage and improve soil health to safeguard against rising temperatures. \nThis event is part of CISA’s annual Adapt Your Farm to Climate Change series\, which explores the impacts of extreme heat on various aspects of our food system\, including soils\, weeds and pests\, farmworker health and safety\, heat tolerant crops\, urban farms\, and more. \n\nDate: December 3rd\, 4pm-5:30pm\nLocation: Remote\n\nPlease contact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/soil-management-for-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20241018T183839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T170742Z
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SUMMARY:Selecting Heat Tolerant Crops and Seed Varieties
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nThis webinar will provide farmers and technical service providers with guidance on the selection of heat tolerant crop varieties and crop planting schedules adapted to changing climate trends and increased temperatures. Crops adapted to warmer and wetter temperatures can reduce the risks associated with extreme weather events. Join CISA and Sue Scheufele from UMass Extension and Emma Golonka of Johnny’s Seeds who will share new insights into heat tolerant crop varieties and strategies for incorporating climate considerations into seed selection.  \nThis event is part of CISA’s annual Adapt Your Farm to Climate Change series\, which explores the impacts of extreme heat on various aspects of our food system\, including soils\, weeds and pests\, farmworker health and safety\, heat tolerant crops\, urban farms\, and more. \n\nDate: Wednesday\, November 20\, 6:00-7:30pm\nLocation: Remote (Zoom)\n\nPlease contact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/selecting-heat-tolerant-crops-and-seed-varieties/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240812T172605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T171620Z
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SUMMARY:Climate-Smart Farming and Marketing Program Informational Webinar/ Seminarios Virtuales Informativos sobre el Programa de Agricultura y Promoción Climáticamente Inteligentes
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nDate: November 13 at 7:00 PM \nJoin us on November 13th for an overview of the Climate-Smart Farming & Marketing Program\, led by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture. Northeast regional project partners from Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, NOFA-MA\, NOFA-VT\, Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust\, and Maine Farmland Trust will explain the enrollment process and review the 26 climate-smart practices the project can fund. \nThis program will run for 5 years\, and can provide funding and an annual stipend for farmers to implement practices with soil health and climate resiliency benefits. Practices include cover cropping\, hedgerow planting\, low-till practices\, mulching\, silvopasture\, nutrient management\, agroforestry\, conservation crop rotation\, and more. \n90% of project funds are reserved for underserved and small-scale producers. The USDA definition of underserved includes: Beginning\, Socially disadvantaged\, Veteran\, Limited Resource\, Women\, and Specialty crop growers. The USDA defines “small-scale” as those with less than $350\,000 in annual gross cash farm income. \nThere will be an opportunity to connect with technical assistance providers from partner organizations who will serve as your point of contact if you decide to enroll in the program. If you live outside of Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, Connecticut\, Vermont\, New Hampshire\, or Maine\, but within the project region (from South Carolina to Maine) you will be put in contact with the regional partner from your state. \nThis webinar will include simultaneous interpretation in Spanish and English. \nWhat does the Climate-Smart Ag Program include?   \n\nFinancial Support: Receive funding to implement climate-smart practices on your farm.\nTailored Technical Assistance: Work with our team of Technical Assistance Providers to create an implementation plan that aligns with your farm’s goals\nPeer-to-Peer Learning: Join a community of farmers dedicated to improving their farm’s climate resilience and financial performance.\nCollaborative Research Opportunities: Farmers can indicate interest in being selected to collaborate on Pasa’s Soil Health and Financial Benchmark Studies.\nMarketing Support: Enhance your ability to share your climate impact story with customers and communicate climate and environmental benefits to build consumer support for climate-smart farms\, practices\, and products\n\nPlease contact climate@buylocalfood.org with any questions. \n\nThis program is supported by a Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities grant. This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under agreement number NR233A750004G025. \nAny opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In addition\, any reference to specific brands or types of products or services does not constitute or imply an endorsement by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for those products or services.\n \nUSDA is an equal opportunity provider\, employer\, and lender. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \n¡Regístrese aquí! \nFecha: 13 de noviembre de 7:00 a 8:30 pm \nÚnase a un seminario virtual que ofrecerá una descripción general del Programa de Agricultura y Promoción Climáticamente Inteligentes\, liderado por Pasa Agricultura Sostenible. Los socios del proyecto regional del noreste de Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, NOFA-MA\, NOFA-VT\, Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust y Maine Farmland Trust explicarán el proceso de registración y explicarán las 26 prácticas climáticamente inteligentes que el proyecto puede financiar. \nEl 90% de los fondos del proyecto están reservados para productores de pequeña escala y desatendidos. La definición del USDA de desatendido incluye: productores principiantes\, socialmente desfavorecidos\, veteranos\, de recursos limitados\, mujeres y de cultivos especializados. El USDA define “pequeña escala” como aquellos con menos de $350\,000 en ingresos agrícolas brutos anuales en efectivo. \nHabrá la oportunidad de conectarse con proveedores de asistencia técnica de organizaciones asociadas que le servirán como punto de contacto si decide inscribirse en el programa. Si vive fuera de Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, Connecticut\, Vermont\, New Hampshire o Maine\, pero dentro de la región del proyecto (desde Carolina del Sur hasta Maine)\, se le pondrá en contacto con el socio regional de su estado. \nEste seminario incluirá interpretación simultánea en español e inglés. \n\n¿Qué incluye el Programa de Agricultura Climáticamente Inteligente?   \n\nAsistencia financiera: Reciba financiación para implementar prácticas climáticamente inteligentes en su granja.\nAsistencia técnica a medida: Trabaje con nuestro equipo de proveedores de asistencia técnica para crear un plan de implementación que se alinee con los objetivos de su granja.\nAprendizaje entre pares: Únase a una comunidad de agricultores dedicados a mejorar la resiliencia climática y el desempeño financiero de sus granjas.\nOportunidades de investigación colaborativa: Los agricultores pueden indicar interés en ser seleccionados para colaborar en los estudios de referencia financiera y de salud del suelo de Pasa.\nAsistencia de marketing: Mejore su capacidad para compartir su historia de impacto climático con los clientes y comunicar los beneficios climáticos y ambientales para generar apoyo de los consumidores para granjas\, prácticas y productos climáticamente inteligentes.\n\nComuníquese con Climate@buylocalfood.org si tiene alguna pregunta. \nEste programa cuenta con el apoyo de la subvención Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities. Este material se basa en un trabajo respaldado por el Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. (por sus siglas en inglés: United States Department of Agriculture [USDA])\, según el acuerdo número NR233A750004G025. \nCualquier opinión\, hallazgo\, conclusión o recomendación expresada en esta publicación pertenece a los autores y no refleja necesariamente los puntos de vista del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU . Además\, cualquier referencia a marcas o tipos de productos o servicios específicos no constituye ni implica un respaldo por parte del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. para esos productos o servicios. \nEl USDA es un proveedor\, empleador y prestamista que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-smart-farming-and-marketing-program-informational-webinar/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240227T131707Z
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SUMMARY:Rich and Healthy: No-till for Successful Farms and Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Are you a farmer or market gardener seeking to start or transition to no-till methods that use simple tools\, build healthy soil\, reduce labor and cost inputs\, promote climate resilience and increase your connection to the land? You’ll learn several no-till\, climate resilience techniques in this experiential\, day-long workshop with seasoned farmer Ricky Baruc and no-till soil science researchers. Sliding scale $65-$95. Space limited\, email deb@seedsofsolidarity.org to register. Soup and salad lunch included. Special opportunity! Our friends at Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust\, in partnership with the American Farmland Trust Soil Steward program are offering up to ten full scholarships for farmers of color\, or new farmers going no-till. Let us know if this is you! \nSunday Oct 27\, 10am to 5PM \nVisit Seeds of Solidarity’s website for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/rich-and-healthy-no-till-for-successful-farms-and-gardens/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240812T172403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211812Z
UID:47592-1729080000-1729085400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate-Smart Farming and Marketing Program Informational Webinar / Seminarios Virtuales Informativos sobre el Programa de Agricultura y Promoción Climáticamente Inteligentes
DESCRIPTION:¡Regístrese aquí! \nÚnase a uno de los tres próximos seminarios virtuales que ofrecerán una descripción general del Programa de Agricultura y Promoción Climáticamente Inteligentes\, liderado por Pasa Agricultura Sostenible. Los socios del proyecto regional del noreste de Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, NOFA-MA\, NOFA-VT\, Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust y Maine Farmland Trust explicarán el proceso de registración y explicarán las 26 prácticas climáticamente inteligentes que el proyecto puede financiar. \nEl 90% de los fondos del proyecto están reservados para productores de pequeña escala y desatendidos. La definición del USDA de desatendido incluye: productores principiantes\, socialmente desfavorecidos\, veteranos\, de recursos limitados\, mujeres y de cultivos especializados. El USDA define “pequeña escala” como aquellos con menos de $350\,000 en ingresos agrícolas brutos anuales en efectivo. \nHabrá la oportunidad de conectarse con proveedores de asistencia técnica de organizaciones asociadas que le servirán como punto de contacto si decide inscribirse en el programa. Si vive fuera de Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, Connecticut\, Vermont\, New Hampshire o Maine\, pero dentro de la región del proyecto (desde Carolina del Sur hasta Maine)\, se le pondrá en contacto con el socio regional de su estado. \nEste seminario virtual está disponible en tres fechas. Se cubrirán los mismos contenidos en cada sesión. El 16 de octubre y 13 de noviembre Los seminarios virtuales incluirán interpretación simultánea en español e inglés. \nFechas del seminario web:  \n\n18 de septiembre de 7:00 a 8:30 pm\n16 de octubre de 12:00 a 1:30 pm (se ofrece interpretación en español)\n13 de noviembre de 7:00 a 20:30 pm (se ofrece interpretación en español)\n\n¿Qué incluye el Programa de Agricultura Climáticamente Inteligente?   \n\nAsistencia financiera: Reciba financiación para implementar prácticas climáticamente inteligentes en su granja.\nAsistencia técnica a medida: Trabaje con nuestro equipo de proveedores de asistencia técnica para crear un plan de implementación que se alinee con los objetivos de su granja.\nAprendizaje entre pares: Únase a una comunidad de agricultores dedicados a mejorar la resiliencia climática y el desempeño financiero de sus granjas.\nOportunidades de investigación colaborativa: Los agricultores pueden indicar interés en ser seleccionados para colaborar en los estudios de referencia financiera y de salud del suelo de Pasa.\nAsistencia de marketing: Mejore su capacidad para compartir su historia de impacto climático con los clientes y comunicar los beneficios climáticos y ambientales para generar apoyo de los consumidores para granjas\, prácticas y productos climáticamente inteligentes.\n\nComuníquese con Climate@buylocalfood.org si tiene alguna pregunta. \nEste programa cuenta con el apoyo de la subvención Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities. Este material se basa en un trabajo respaldado por el Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. (por sus siglas en inglés: United States Department of Agriculture [USDA])\, según el acuerdo número NR233A750004G025. \nCualquier opinión\, hallazgo\, conclusión o recomendación expresada en esta publicación pertenece a los autores y no refleja necesariamente los puntos de vista del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU . Además\, cualquier referencia a marcas o tipos de productos o servicios específicos no constituye ni implica un respaldo por parte del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. para esos productos o servicios. \nEl USDA es un proveedor\, empleador y prestamista que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nRegister here! \nJoin one of the three upcoming webinars that provide an overview of the Climate-Smart Farming & Marketing Program\, led by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture. Northeast regional project partners from Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, NOFA-MA\, NOFA-VT\, Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust\, and Maine Farmland Trust will explain the enrollment process and review the 26 climate-smart practices the project can fund. \nThis program will run for 5 years\, and can provide funding and an annual stipend to implement practices with soil health and climate resiliency benefits. Practices include cover cropping\, hedgerow planting\, low-till practices\, mulching\, silvopasture\, nutrient management\, conservation crop rotation\, and more. \n90% of project funds are reserved for underserved and small-scale producers. The USDA definition of underserved includes: Beginning\, Socially disadvantaged\, Veteran\, Limited Resource\, Women\, and Specialty crop growers. The USDA defines “small-scale” as those with less than $350\,000 in annual gross cash farm income. \nThere will be an opportunity to connect with technical assistance providers from partner organizations who will serve as your point of contact if you decide to enroll in the program. If you live outside of Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, Connecticut\, Vermont\, New Hampshire\, or Maine\, but within the project region (from South Carolina to Maine) you will be put in contact with the regional partner from your state. \nThis webinar is available on three dates. The same content will be covered in each session. The October 16th and November 13th webinars will include simultaneous interpretation in Spanish and English. \nWebinar Dates:  \n\nSeptember 18 at 7:00-8:30 PM \nOctober 16 at 12:00-1:30 PM (Spanish interpretation offered)\nNovember 13 at 7:00-8:30 PM\n\nWhat does the Climate-Smart Ag Program include?   \n\nFinancial Support: Receive funding to implement climate-smart practices on your farm.\nTailored Technical Assistance: Work with our team of Technical Assistance Providers to create an implementation plan that aligns with your farm’s goals\nPeer-to-Peer Learning: Join a community of farmers dedicated to improving their farm’s climate resilience and financial performance.\nCollaborative Research Opportunities: Farmers can indicate interest in being selected to collaborate on Pasa’s Soil Health and Financial Benchmark Studies.\nMarketing Support: Enhance your ability to share your climate impact story with customers and communicate climate and environmental benefits to build consumer support for climate-smart farms\, practices\, and products\n\nPlease contact climate@buylocalfood.org with any questions. \n\nThis program is supported by a Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities grant. This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under agreement number NR233A750004G025. \nAny opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In addition\, any reference to specific brands or types of products or services does not constitute or imply an endorsement by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for those products or services.\n \nUSDA is an equal opportunity provider\, employer\, and lender.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-smart-farming-and-marketing-program-informational-webinars/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240822T200224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T140758Z
UID:47796-1729008000-1729013400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Safety & Storage in a Warmer New England
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin UMass Extension\, CISA\, and UVM Extension for a climate-themed twilight meeting at Kitchen Garden Farm in Sunderland\, MA! Lilly Israel and Max Traunstein will give a tour of Kitchen Garden Farm’s postharvest and food production facilities\, and discuss how the farm is considering climate change and food safety in its operations. Chris Callahan of UVM Extension will discuss precooling resources\, sizing CoolBots and coolers\, condensation management\, and guidance on sorting/culling product for storage. Lisa McKeag of UMass Extension will give an overview of potential climate impacts on food safety. Program and presentations will be from 4-5:30 pm with refreshments to follow. \n\nDate: Tuesday\, October 15\, 4:00pm to 5:30pm\nLocation: Kitchen Garden Farm\, 131 S. Silver Lane\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375\n\nThis event is co-sponsored by CISA and UMass Extension. The event is part of CISA’s Adapt your Farm to Climate Change series. Contact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023 70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-safety-storage-in-a-warmer-new-england/
LOCATION:Kitchen Garden Farm\, 131 S. Silver Lane\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240524T184121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T192907Z
UID:46928-1728403200-1728410400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Twilight Meeting: Climate Impacts on Weed Management and Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nHow are climate change and hotter temperatures affecting our soils? Often\, practices like reducing tillage and cover cropping are recommended to improve soil health\, reduce risk of topsoil loss and enhance resilience to drought and flood—practices that can also affect weed management. UMass Extension will discuss general impacts of climate change on soil health and highlight current research on updating recommendations for planting timing and overwintering survival of cover crop species in MA. Maria Gannett\, UMass Extension Weeds Specialist\, will relate these strategies to how they can impact weed management. \nThis event is co-sponsored by CISA and UMass Extension and is part of CISA’s annual Adapt your Farm to Climate Change Series. 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. \nContact Stephen Taranto at stephen@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 17 with any questions. \nWhen: Tuesday\, October 8\, 2024\, 4-6pm\, with a light supper to follow \nWhere: UMass Crop & Livestock Research & Education Farm\, 89 River Rd.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373 \nRegistration: Free! Please register in advance so we can order enough food. Click here to register. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/twilight-meeting-climate-impacts-on-weed-management-and-soil-health/
LOCATION:UMass Crop & Livestock Research & Education Farm\, 89 River Rd\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240919T203638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T203638Z
UID:48097-1727967600-1727982000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Agrivoltaics Open House: Burgundy Brook Farm
DESCRIPTION:What: Come and see a real agrivoltaic project! Learn the different factors in making a project like this work effectively for farmers and farmland. Understand the benefits of these systems\, and feel free to ask any questions you may have. \nWhat to wear/bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes (sneakers\, boots). We suggest wearing pants to keep ticks etc. off. \nWhen: October 3rd 3pm-7pm. People can come for as long or as short as they’d like (it’ll get dark\, so folks will likely head out earlier than 7). \nWhere: Burgundy Brook Farm\, (search “Tables at the Farm Palmer\, MA” in your Google or Apple maps or other GPS app)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/agrivoltaics-open-house-burgundy-brook-farm/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240816T150532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T165007Z
UID:47714-1727020800-1727028000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Stony Hill Farm Tour: Planning for Climate Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nAs the climate changes\, western Mass is expected to have more days with temperatures in the 90s\, new pests\, wetter springs\, more intense rain events\, and decreased soil moisture during the summer. We’re channeling our climate anxiety into efforts to build our soils and increase our biodiversity to make our farm more resilient–-join us for a tour of our small organic farm to see what we’ve been up to! We’ll discuss the motivations behind our ongoing transition to no-till\, and look at trials of organic mulches\, cover crops\, and beneficial insect plantings. We’ll also look at our efforts to transition away from fossil fuels (including solar electricity generation that powers our electrically-heated greenhouse\, well pump\, climate-controlled wash/pack room\, etc). We’ll share ideas for future projects and discuss funding from the new Climate-Smart Farming & Marketing Program that is helping in these efforts. Pie and seltzer will be provided! \n\nDate: September 22\, 4-6pm\nLocation: Stony Hill Farm\, 899 Stony Hill Rd\, Wilbraham MA\n\nPlease reach out to stonyhillfarm01095@gmail.com with questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared toward home gardeners and farmers. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/stony-hill-farm-tour-planning-for-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:Stony Hill Farm\, 899 Stony Hill Rd\, Wilbraham\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240816T145002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T114611Z
UID:47697-1726912800-1726916400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate\, Conservation\, and Community: An Informational Tour of the Fort River Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nCome join members of the volunteer management committee for the Fort River Community Garden for a tour of the garden space! You will learn how the sociocratic model is used to run the garden\, and some history of how the garden came to be. It is situated on conservation land that was donated to the town of Amherst after failed attempts at agroforestry. Portions of the landscape have also been managed and replanted along the bank of the Fort River\, which runs through the property. \n\nDate: September 21 : Cancelled\nLocation: Fort River Community Garden\n\nContact fern@buylocalfood.org with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared toward members of the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-conservation-and-community-an-informational-tour-of-the-fort-river-community-garden/
LOCATION:Fort River Community Garden\, 44 Belchertown Rd\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240816T144110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T173109Z
UID:47694-1726848000-1726853400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Reed Farm: Composting for Business Diversification and Climate Change Adaptation
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin Reed Farm for a look at their composting enterprise that adapts to climate change by diversifying income streams and reducing farm waste. Reed Farm received an adaptation grant from CISA in 2022 and used it to attend the Maine Compost School to learn about turning their farm’s “waste” into compost and a new source of income. Come tour the farm’s processing plant\, production house\, and composting field\, and learn about changes and updates to their operation. \nPresenters: Kat Chang Laznicka and Peter Reed Laznicka own and operate Reed Farm in Sunderland\, MA\, a small scale pastured poultry farm and state inspected poultry processing facility offering processing services to the local farming community. Since opening in 2019\, Reed Farm has been awarded state and federal grants to expand production and progress their on-site processing facility towards a USDA grant of inspection. \n\nDate: September 20th\, 4:00-5:30pm\nLocation: Reed Farm\, 136 Russell St\, Sunderland MA\n\nReach out to info@reedfarmpoultry.com with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. Is is geared toward members of the farming community and the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/reed-farm-composting-for-business-diversification-and-climate-change-adaptation/
LOCATION:Reed Farm\, 136 Russell Street\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375​\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240816T151151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T201128Z
UID:47718-1726761600-1726772400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Working to Build Climate Change Resiliency at the Hampshire College Farm : A Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nCome tour the Hampshire College Farm! We are a small\, diversified vegetable and livestock farm right on the Hampshire College Campus and we are trialing ways to build resiliency into our day to day farming practices. Come chat with the farm staff and students about projects we are working on to help diversify our systems and build farm durability in our ever changing climate. Our projects aim to both enhance the farm’s systems while also providing areas for research and questioning for our students and community members alike. And we would love to talk with you about it! \nSmall snacks and refreshments provided. \n\nDate: September 19th\, 4-7pm\nLocation: Hampshire College Farm\, 739 West St\, Amherst MA\n\nPlease contact farm@hampshire.edu with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared toward members of the Hampshire College Community as well as the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/working-to-build-climate-change-resiliency-at-the-hampshire-college-farm-a-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Hampshire College Farm\, 793 West Street\, Amherst\, MA 01002
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hampshire College Farm":MAILTO:farm@hampshire.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240809T151121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T223723Z
UID:47537-1726686000-1726691400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate-Smart Farming and Marketing Program Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin one of the three upcoming webinars that provide an overview of the Climate-Smart Farming & Marketing Program\, led by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture. Northeast regional project partners from Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, NOFA-MA\, NOFA-VT\, Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust\, and Maine Farmland Trust will explain the enrollment process and review the 26 climate-smart practices the project can fund. \n90% of project funds are reserved for underserved and small-scale producers. The USDA definition of underserved includes: Beginning\, Socially disadvantaged\, Veteran\, Limited Resource\, Women\, and Specialty crop growers. The USDA defines “small-scale” as those with less than $350\,000 in annual gross cash farm income. \nThere will be an opportunity to connect with technical assistance providers from partner organizations who will serve as your point of contact if you decide to enroll in the program. If you live outside of Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, Connecticut\, Vermont\, New Hampshire\, or Maine\, but within the project region (from South Carolina to Maine) you will be put in contact with the regional partner from your state. \nThis webinar is available on three dates. The same content will be covered in each session. The October 16th and November 13th webinars will include simultaneous interpretation in Spanish and English. \nWebinar Dates:  \n\nSeptember 18 at 7:00 PM \nOctober 16 at 12:00 PM\nNovember 13 at 7:00 PM\n\nWhat does the Climate-Smart Ag Program include?   \n\nFinancial Support: Receive funding to implement climate-smart practices on your farm.\nTailored Technical Assistance: Work with our team of Technical Assistance Providers to create an implementation plan that aligns with your farm’s goals\nPeer-to-Peer Learning: Join a community of farmers dedicated to improving their farm’s climate resilience and financial performance.\nCollaborative Research Opportunities: Farmers can indicate interest in being selected to collaborate on Pasa’s Soil Health and Financial Benchmark Studies.\nMarketing Support: Enhance your ability to share your climate impact story with customers and communicate climate and environmental benefits to build consumer support for climate-smart farms\, practices\, and products\n\nPlease contact climate@buylocalfood.org with any questions. \n\nThis program is supported by a Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities grant. This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under agreement number NR233A750004G025. \nAny opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In addition\, any reference to specific brands or types of products or services does not constitute or imply an endorsement by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for those products or services.\n \nUSDA is an equal opportunity provider\, employer\, and lender. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/informational-webinars-about-the-climate-smart-farming-and-marketing-program/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240816T140605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T174508Z
UID:47684-1726684200-1726691400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:“Kiss the Ground” Showing with CISA and Miller Worley Center for the Environment
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Holyoke College’s Miller Worley Center and Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture to celebrate their Climate Change and Farming Week for a showing of “Kiss the Ground” followed by a discussion led by Growing Vines. This film reveals that\, by regenerating the world’s soils\, we can completely and rapidly stabilize Earth’s climate\, restore lost ecosystems and create abundant food supplies. Using compelling graphics and visuals\, along with striking NASA and NOAA footage\, the film artfully illustrates how\, by drawing down atmospheric carbon\, soil is the missing piece of the climate puzzle. \n\nDate: September 18th\, 6:30-8:30pm\nLocation: Miller Worley Center\, Mount Holyoke College\, 50 College St\, South Hadley\, MA\n\nPlease contact mkane@mtholyoke.edu with questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is open to members of the Mount Holyoke College Community as well as the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/kiss-the-ground-showing-with-cisa-and-mount-holyoke-college-miller-worley-center-for-the-environment/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, 01075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240816T135717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T201447Z
UID:47679-1726680600-1726689600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Dining for a Cooler Planet: Showcasing Local Farmers and Climate Resilience
DESCRIPTION:UMass Dining will host a special event at Hampshire Dining Commons featuring a panel discussion on Local Agriculture and Climate Action\, a cooking demonstration by our Executive Chef Bob Bankert at 6:00\, and a special menu showcasing local ingredients. \n\nDate: September 18th\, 5:30-8:00pm\nLocation: Hampshire Dining Commons\, 141 Southwest Circle\, Amherst MA\n\nEntry into the Dining Commons without a meal plan costs $18.75. Limited number of meal vouchers for low income diners available upon request. Once you enter\, food is all-you-can-eat buffet style. \nPlease contact Kathy Wicks at kwicks@umass.edu with questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/dining-for-a-cooler-planet-showcasing-local-farmers-and-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:Hampshire Dining Commons\, UMass\, 141 Southwest Circle\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240816T160450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184713Z
UID:47731-1726675200-1726686000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farming in a Changing Climate with Berkshire Agricultural Ventures
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin us for our 2nd annual climate event to hear insights and lessons from our local farmers and regional experts. Optional farm tour of April Hill starts at 4pm\, and the main speaker presentations start at 5pm. Main event will be followed with refreshments and conversation. \n\nDate: September 18th\, 4-7pm\nLocation: April Hill Farm\, 62 Undermountain Rd\, South Egremont MA\nCost: Chose-what-you-pay Tickets\, with a recommended ticket price of $10\n\nPlease reach out to ben@berkshireagventures.org with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024.It is geared toward farmers and interested members of the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farming-in-a-changing-climate-with-berkshire-agricultural-ventures/
LOCATION:April Hill Farm\, 62 Undermountain Rd\, South Egremont\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240819T130052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T130052Z
UID:47756-1726594200-1726601400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Maximizing MDAR Funding Opportunities and Navigating Climate Conditions -  A Tour at the Food Bank Farm 
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nAt this event you will learn about MDAR’s new succession planning opportunity\, MDAR grants and the MDAR APR Program. We will tour the Food Bank Farm and hear about their experience putting the land into APR\, obtaining APR approvals for farm projects and grants and resources used for infrastructure on the farm as well as the challenges of weather and farming on land under the Wetland Exemption. \nPlease bring your own lawn chair if you would like to sit during the speaking portion. \n\nDate: September 17th\, 5:30-7:30pm\nLocation: Food Bank Farm of Western Mass\, 32 Shattuck Road\, Hadley MA\n\nPlease contact Kristina.Smith@mass.gov with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared toward farmers and interested members of the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/maximizing-mdar-funding-opportunities-and-navigating-climate-conditions-a-tour-at-the-food-bank-farm/
LOCATION:The Food Bank Farm\, 32 Shattuck Rd\, Hadley\, MA\, 01038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240816T141828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T144125Z
UID:47688-1726509600-1726520400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Week Film Screening: Common Ground
DESCRIPTION:Kick off CISA’s Climate Week with a film screening of Common Ground\, a fascinating documentary that dives into the dynamics of modern agriculture and the importance of healthy soils for the longevity of our people and planet. This is a great opportunity for farmers\, gardeners and foodies to sit back and enjoy a well-made film featuring the work we know and love alongside the systems that we are struggling to overcome\, and how to move forward together. Gather at 6pm to enjoy some food before the film starts at 6:30. The film is scheduled to end around 8:15\, followed by a discussion until 9. \nThe event is free\, but please register beforehand here. \nWatch the trailer & read more about the Common Ground film here.  \n\nDate: September 16th\, 6-9pm.\nLocation: Greenfield Garden Cinema\, 361 Main St\, Greenfield MA\n\nPlease reach out to Lauradavis@nofamass.org with questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared towards members of the farming community as well as the public. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-week-film-screening-common-ground/
LOCATION:The Greenfield Garden Theater\, 361 Main St\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240815T154043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T190010Z
UID:47663-1726495200-1726500600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Planning and Adapting for Heat and Other Climate Impacts at Farmers’ Markets
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nThis webinar will target farmers’ market managers and vendors and will provide examples of practices that will help reduce the impacts of extreme heat and climate change on farmers’ market operations. Join staff from CISA and Mass Farmers Markets as they provide an overview of how climate change can affect infrastructure\, produce availability and quality\, and how to make sure vendors and customers are comfortable and safe. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024 and CISA’s annual Adapt Your Farm to Climate Change series. \n\nDate: September 16\, 2pm-3:30pm\nLocation: Remote\n\nPlease contact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/planning-and-adapting-for-heat-and-other-climate-impacts-at-farmers-markets/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240809T140021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T144714Z
UID:47560-1723629600-1723644000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Building Healthy Soil in Urban Growing Areas
DESCRIPTION:Ver la pagina en español \nClick here for more information. \nCalling all members of the Bay Street community\, Springfield gardeners and community organizers\, and housing or social service coordinators! \nCome and visit the organic community garden at Tapley Court Apartment. \nThe Tapley Youth Agricultural Scientists invite you to experience the garden and learn how they built healthy soil and created an organic food source for community members on Bay street and the wider Springfield community. \n\nRegister Online Now\n\nThey will share: \n\nHow the garden came to be\nHow to build healthy soil in small urban growing spaces\nHow to develop an intensive growing garden\nHow to grow culturally important crops in Springfield\nA cooking demonstration using crops from the garden\n\nGrowing in urban green spaces brings many challenges. The Tapley Youth will describe the simple soil health techniques they’ve used to rebuild soil health and make it possible to grow organic food\, like mulching\, soil ferments\, cover cropping\, and mulching. They’ll also demonstrate a few of the soil test methods they use to regularly monitor soil health. \nThey’ll describe how they designed and evolved this intensive garden over time\, how they care for it so it grows lots of food\, and how they’ve learned to grow culturally important crops in New England. \nThey’ll even demonstrate how they use harvests from the garden to make something delicious (with samples to taste!) \nWe hope you’ll walk away inspired to spearhead your own community garden\, identify potential partners to get involved with\, and leave motivated to create an organic food source in your community! \nIf you have questions\, please reach out to Sister Anna Gilbert-Muhammad (anna@nofamass.org)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/building-healthy-soil-in-urban-growing-areas/
LOCATION:Tapley Court Apartment\, 221 Bay St\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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UID:46934-1722618000-1722625200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Water & Climate Change Twilight Meeting at Bardwell Farm
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin UMass Extension and CISA for a climate-themed twilight meeting at Bardwell Farm in Hatfield\, MA! \n\nLisa McKeag will share findings from her recent water quality survey of farms around MA and discuss potential impacts of weather and climate change on ag water quality.\nHarrison Bardwell will show off his new automated irrigation system\, and discuss irrigation practices and funded projects around the farm.\nSue Scheufele will discuss climate change impacts on vegetable pests including an on-farm trial for managing Phytophthora blight in peppers hosted by Bardwell Farm.\n\nThis event is co-sponsored by CISA and UMass Extension and is part of CISA’s annual Adapt your Farm to Climate Change Series. 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. \nContact Stephen Taranto at stephen@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 17 with any questions. \nWhen: Friday\, August 2\, 2024\, 5-7pm\, with dinner and discussion to follow \nWhere: Bardwell Farm\, 49 Main St.\, Hatfield\, MA 01038 \nRegistration: Free! Please register in advance so we can order enough food. Click here to register. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/water-climate-change-twilight-meeting-at-bardwell-farm/
LOCATION:Bardwell Farm\, 49 Main Street\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T180000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
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SUMMARY:Tillage Reduction Systems and Equipment: Living Mulch and Strip-Till
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nCome check out Atlas Farm’s 3 acre experiment with strip-tilled winter squash in a perennial clover living mulch\, and living clover/rye pathways in five acres of tomatoes. We’ll look at a no-till drill\, strip-till equipment\, and strip-cultivation equipment. Atlas Farms’ trials have implications for tillage reduction and soil health for conventional and organic growers at all scales. Following the talk and tour\, there will be a light dinner at 6 PM. We hope to see you there! \nThis event is co-sponsored by CISA\, Momentum Ag\, the Hampden-Hampshire Conservation District\, and UMass. \n\nDate: Thursday\, July 25th\, 4-6pm\nLocation: Atlas Farm\, 595A River Rd\, Deerfield\, MA 01342\n\nContact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/tillage-reduction-systems-and-equipment-living-mulch-and-strip-till/
LOCATION:Atlas Farm trial fields\, 595A River Rd\, Deerfield\, MA\, 01342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
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UID:47013-1720879200-1720890000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hazelnut Agroforestry Field Tour
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nAre you excited about the possibility of growing climate resilient tree crops for our local food system?  Do you have dreams of a perennial\, climate resilient\, dynamic agroforestry farm\, but are struggling to take the steps to put your aspirations into action? \nJoin Nutwood Farm and NOFA/Mass to explore a small commercial hazelnut orchard and learn what it takes to transition land to tree crops\, from developing a site plan\, testing your soil\, clearing land\, selecting species of plants and animals\, to working with mistakes and thinking ahead. They’ll walk us through how they got started and where they’re headed next\, including embarking on investing in processing infrastructure and developing value-added food products as well as other marketable agroforestry products. \n\nThroughout the day we will: \n\nTour the farm to see hazelnut hedgerows\, earthworks\, and livestock\nAsk critical and inspiring implementation questions\nEngage in rich discussion about agroforestry development in the Northeast\nReview the various entities and organizations that have supported this work\nMeet and mingle with others who might also be in your shoes!\n\n\nClick here for more information. \nQuestions? Contact Ruben at events@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hazelnut-agroforestry-field-tour/
LOCATION:Nutwood Farm\, 76 Porter Hill Rd\, Cummington\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240605T195025Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T075909
CREATED:20240603T204112Z
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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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