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SUMMARY:The Benefits and Pitfalls of Borrowed Land - Resource Sharing and Leasing Land for your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Molly Comstock\, formerly of Colfax Farm\, and now the new steward of Many Forks Farm\, has leased land four different times and locations during her farming career. We will tour the farm and have a brief discussion of the growing practices here and how they are tied to secure land access. We will then take a deeper dive into the benefits and pitfalls of leasing and owning land\, and the resources available. \nMany Forks Farm is a small\, diversified vegetable farm\, using low/no-till and organic practices to grow for direct-to-consumer enterprises including a CSA\, an annual plant sale\, a Stock Up winter storage vegetable sale\, and a farm stand.  Growing 75 different vegetables\, herbs\, flowers and berries for its local community\, the farm engages in a continuous process of building soil and biodiversity with the purpose of improving the health of the land\, the environment\, and all who eat the farm’s produce.  Many Forks is in its 13th season in 2024. Click here for more information. \nDate: Monday\, September 9\, 4:00 PM  7:00 PM \nLocation: Many Forks Farm: 1360 River Rd\, Clarksburg\, MA 01247
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-benefits-and-pitfalls-of-borrowed-land-resource-sharing-and-leasing-land-for-your-farm/
LOCATION:Many Forks Farm\, 1360 River Rd\, Clarksburg\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T153000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T210000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T193000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T183000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T203000
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T173000
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CREATED:20240816T144110Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260506T122519
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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