September 2019
Explore Farming Workshop
Explore Farming Workshop Sunday, September 22 from 10:00am - 12:00pm New Entry Farmer Training Center: 733 Cabot Street, Moraine Farm, Beverly, MA This free two hour workshop includes activities and presentations to bring your interest in farming to the next level. You will learn about local food systems, what it means to be a farmer in New England, and the next steps you can take toward starting your own farm business. The workshop will also include a presentation on New Entry's courses and…
Find out more »Workshop: Get the most out of your farm’s POS system
Calling all farmstand and store managers - get expert advice from presenter Erin Pirro of Farm Credit East on how to use your point-of-sale system to make better business decisions for your farm. A well designed point-of-sale system is key to farm profitability, yet few farms come close to maximizing the potential of their point-of-sale systems. Taking time to choose the right system and set it up well can pay off many times over in the long run. Learn how…
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Farm Business Planning Course
Farm Business Planning Course October 15 to December 3: Every Tuesday from 6:00pm - 9:00pm (includes remote online classes) New Entry Farmer Training Center: 733 Cabot Street, Moraine Farm, Beverly, MA Instructors: Kevin Cody and Ben Zoba What to Expect Over the eight-week course, you will create a plan to start or grow your farm business. Throughout this course you will learn how to: Create a mission and vision for your business Develop a budget and a plan to fund…
Find out more »November 2019
Field Notes: An Afternoon of Storytelling
Field Notes is Returning in 2019! Last November, ten storytellers took the stage at the Academy of Music Theatre to share true stories from their lives on the theme of local food and farming. By popular demand, CISA’s Field Notes: An Afternoon of Storytelling will be back in November of 2019! Stay tuned for announcements regarding this year's lineup of storytellers and the opening of ticket sales.
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