Grafting Fruit Trees: a Hands-on Workshop $100/person*** Dr. Wesley Autio April 11, 2020, 9:30am to 3:00pm UMass Cold Spring Orchard: 391 Sabin St., Belchertown, MA 01007 Many people do not realize that all apple varieties are reproduced by grafting -they are not grown from seed. For horticultural enthusiasts, one of the most satisfying techniques to […]
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Strategies for Online Farm Stores Wednesday, April 1, 2020 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Are you looking to transition to online or pre-paid sales? Thinking about offering home delivery or curbside pick-up? Come hear from a panel of livestock farmers who are currently doing it successfully! Our presenters are Hayden Holbert of Avrom Farm in […] |
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When: Thursday, April 2nd 12pmEST Hear from three experienced panelists who sell their meats online & ship direct to consumers. Let’s turn the COVID-19 pandemic into an opportunity to connect our niche meats to hungry consumers. Topics will include: setting up an online store, different web platforms, accepting payments, updating inventory, meat selection, subscriptions versus […]
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Farm Credit East is offering an educational webinar regarding new payroll and tax provisions outlined in the newly passed Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. This free webinar will be held on Thursday, April 2, from noon to 1 p.m. Senior Tax Consultant, Dario Arezzo, will […] |
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Introductory Hard Cider Appreciation-a Classroom Workshop $65/person** Ms. Liz Garofalo April 4,2020, 12:00pm to 2:00pm Red Apple Farm: 455 Highland Ave, Phillipston MA 0331 Cider is one of the fastest growing craft adult beverage markets in the country! There are many different styles of cider from the stuff your grandparents made in the basement to […]
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Presentation and Q&A via Zoom, with Dee Dice, Valley CDC. Join Dee Dice, the Small Business Advisor at Valley Community Development to learn more about the Northampton Emergency Small Business Grant Program and discuss the eligibility requirements, and the application review and award process. Register Here About the Grant Program The Northampton Emergency Small Business […] |
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Native Pollinator Biology & Conservation–a Classroom Workshop $30/person Ms. Sonia Schloemann April 18, 2020, 10:00am to 12:00pm French Hall, UMass,: 230 Stockbridge Rd. Amherst, MA (Park in Lot 62) 01003 Native pollinators are an essential resource in our wild and managed landscapes.Come to this workshop if you're interested in learning more about their biology and […]
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Abundant Plant Propagation TEACHER: Daniel Bensonoff DATE: April 26th TIME: 9:00-12:00pm COST: $30 Description One of the primary barriers in starting a new garden can be the cost of plants, particularly perennial plants. By learning a handful of essential techniques we can create a multitude of useful plants for ourselves and the greater community. During […]
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Join a webinars on Monday 4/27 COVID-19 SBA Resources Update The Massachusetts District Office is providing SBA small business relief program updates all week. Join any of our virtual sessions throughout the week to get the latest from our office. Monday 4/27/20 at 10:00am REGISTER On Friday, March 27th, CARES Act was passed to help […] |
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Twigs and Trellises—Making Garden Structures from Natural Materials Saturday May 2, 10-11:30 a.m. Join Quonquont's designer and naturalist Allison Bell to explore making garden structures from natural materials. We'll discuss possibilities for fencing and ornamental structures and use locally sourced vines, branches, and apple prunings to make a standing trellis for your favorite climbing plants. […]
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Beginning Beekeepers Mentorship Program TEACHER: Ori Ben-Shir DATE: May 3rd, June 7th and August 2nd TIME: 9:00-3:00pm COST: $225 BYOS (bring your own suit)! There are some suits available to borrow. Contact 94benshiro@gmail.com to arrange. *class limited to 12 students This mentorship program will provide practical, hands-on guidance for students looking to learn the basics […] |