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. What to wear/bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes (sneakers, boots). We suggest wearing pants to keep ticks […]
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This visit will be an overview of the major areas of business management that we rely on to make our farm economically functional. We will cover planning (including budgeting), bookkeeping & accounting, marketing, insurance & administration, communication (website, email, and database). We will consider this a “survey” and give lots of information on all of […]
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Register here! How 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 […]
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Register here! Calling all current and aspiring small business owners! Springfield City Library welcomes Lawyers for Civil Rights and The BizGrow Conference to Western Mass for the first time! This event connects small business owners with free legal support and the opportunity to network with over a dozen organizations that support small businesses. Join us for this incredible opportunity! Register for […] |
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Register here! Join 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 […]
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¡Regístrese aquí! Únase 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 […]
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Fall Farmland Workshops Co-hosted by SEMAP and Land for Good: Date: October 24, 2024 from 5:30 - 7:00 PM Register here! Do you want to partner with a farmer and explore your land's potential? Join us as we discuss the challenges farmers face in accessing affordable farmland and the importance of leased land. We'll cover […]
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Seeds of Solidarity Farm and Education Center, Orange MA Sunday Oct 27, 10am to 5pm. Rich and Healthy: No-till for Successful Farms. 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 […] |
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Fall Farmland Workshops Co-hosted by SEMAP and Land for Good: Register here! Leasing is essential for many farmers, offering opportunities but also presenting challenges and risks. A well-written lease is key to setting clear expectations and building a solid relationship with landowners. We will explore the key components of farmland leases and discuss how they […]
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