January 7-10, 2014, University of Massachusetts Amherst Campus Center The Better Process Control School (BPCS) certifies supervisors of thermal processing systems, acidification, and container closure evaluation programs for low-acid and acidified canned foods. Each processor of low-acid or acidified foods must operate with a certified supervisor on hand at all times during processing. This school […]
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This year's Winter Conference will offer a diverse line-up of more than 60 workshops, exhibits by numerous regional vendors, an all-day seminar (see seminar details below) and keynote by Restoration Agriculture author, Mark Shepard. The children’s conference (for ages 3-12) provides a lively, interactive way for your kids to get educated. Workshop proposals are still being accepted […] WESTERN MASS WINTER AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION GATHERING #2 Smith Vocational School, Northampton – Saturday, January 11, 2014 Snow Date January 18 (for last-minute weather update, 413-695-4627) Please RSVP by January 6, 2014 AGENDA 8:30 – 9:00 Registration and Coffee 9:00 – 9:10 Welcome 9:10 - 9:20 Mass Association of Agricultural Commissions (MAAC) – Dick Ward, […]
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Seed School is a groundbreaking, six-day educational course that trains people from all walks of life to build local seed systems rooted in the ancient tradition of seed saving. Students walk away from this innovative learning experience with the knowledge and inspiration to start their own independent seed initiatives, such as community seed libraries and […]
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Starting this January, Scaling Up will bring together a group of 6-18 farmers with about 4 -7 years of experience who are seeking to grow their operations and plan for long-term viability. Participants convene for a series of two-day sessions hosted at the Copake Agricultural Center in Copake, NY, in which they will refine business […] |
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Join The Blue Heron Restaurant and Chef Sanford D'Amato for a 6-course meal featuring dishes from Chef D'Amato's new cookbook/memoir,Good Stock: Life on a Low Simmer. The evening will also feature a talk and book signing with the author. Call 413-665-2102 or email for reservations. Menu Maine Crab Ceviche with Chinese Sausage Candied Serrano Orange Garlic Dressing […]
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The Eos Foundation invites school officials and teachers to a conversation about Massachusetts districts that are leading the state’s breakfast in the classroom movement, to discuss our Nourishing Kids Initiative grant opportunity which funds universal free (UF), after-the-bell (ATB), breakfast in the classroom (BIC) programs across the state. In school year 2014-2015, single-year grant awards […] |
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Sundays, once a month, January through December 2014 Please join us for a place-based, year-long, once-a-month study of our area with a focus on phenological changes. Phenology is the study of the timing, sequencing and synchronizing of natural events throughout the year, as well as the shifting of those events due to weather, climate and […] |
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This course is great for people who work full time, are thinking about a career change, are interested taking a full PDC but want the basics, people who have worked on permaculture farms or projects but missed the theory and techniques and for people who wouldn't otherwise be able to take a in person course. This […] |
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All four classes can be taken for credit or credit-free. SCI 137 Permaculture Design (4 cr) with Abrah Dresdale Meets 1/28/14 - 5/20/14, Tues, 2-3:15p, and Thurs 12:30-4:50p Students receive the internationally recognized Permaculture Design Certificate with successful completion of this course. An introduction to permaculture: a practice of designing systems, modeled from ecological relationships, that respects the […]
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From The Carrot Project Held in collaboration with Berkshire Grown Now is a great time to update your financials. "Ag Finance Hour" is a time to sit down with a farm business management specialist from The Carrot Project, one-on-one, to work on financial planning critical to your enterprise's success. The Carrot Project staff will hold […] |
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This conference offers a line-up of workshops on a wide range of topics from dairy farming to urban gardening, from food policy to business planning plus a special childrens conference, entertainment, and delicious meals made from food donated by NOFA-NY's farmers. Scholarships are available. For more information about the conference, or to register, click here.
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Help Jorge and Dora rebuild Mi Tierra! Come for Mexican food, silent auction, live music and Mi Tierra margaritas! Tickets are $25 in advance, cash bar. Tickets available January 2nd at State Street Fruit Store in Northampton, Cooper's Corner in Florence, and A.J. Hastings in Amherst. |
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