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SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: 100% Grass-Fed Seasonal Raw Milk Dairy
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will cover the basics of raw milk production\, seasonal dairy management\, and intensive rotational grazing\, as well as fencing options and water systems for cows and calves. Participants will meet at Blue Hill Farm and view all aspects of milk production from the milking machines to the pastures.  $25 NOFA members; non-members $31.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-100-grass-fed-seasonal-raw-milk-dairy/
LOCATION:Blue Hill Farm\, North Plain Rd\, Great Barrington\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130826T123000
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SUMMARY:Pig butchering workshop
DESCRIPTION:Ape & Ape will be hosting a Pig Butchering Workshop on 8/26/13 from 9am-12:30pm \nCost: $30 \nParticipants will learn how to slaughter\, dress and prepare large animals into meat in a conscientious manner – in this case two male guinea hogs\, a heritage breed. We’ll follow traditional butchering and preservation methods\, ending with a variety of cuts\, and organ meats\, and begin rendering lard\, and curing ham\, bacon and sausage. All parts of the animals will be used. \nWorkshop put on by Ape & Ape – www.apeandape.com No experience necessary! Kids welcome and come free. \nPlease RSVP apeandapemass@gmail.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pig-butchering-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130815T213642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130909T180719Z
UID:6255-1378461600-1378483200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Draft Horse Intensive\, Part I
DESCRIPTION:Full-day workshops on organic\, pasture-based livestock systems\, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! \nThese full-day programs are designed for the serious beginning farmer looking for in-depth instruction\, hands-on training\, and a chance to ask all your pesky questions! Taught by some of the best Mentor Farmers you’ll ever find\, renowned organic farmers Donn Hewes and Maryrose Livingston of Northland Sheep Dairy in Marathon\, NY and Karma and Michael Glos of Kingbird Farm in Berkshire\, NY. \nYou MUST register in advance by emailing info@groundswellcenter.org or calling 607-319-5095. See prices and deadlines for each session. Let us know if you need overnight housing and we’ll hook you up! We reserve the right to cancel any sessions with insufficient enrollment. \nDraft Horse Intensive\, Part I\n \nSaturday\, Sept 14\, 10 AM – 4PM \nRegister by Friday\, Sept 6\, 5PM \nInstructors: Donn Hewes\, Maryrose Livingston \nLocation: Northland Sheep Dairy \nCost: $120-$150 Per Day\, Voluntary Sliding Scale \nYou may register for Part I only\, or for both Parts I and II. Prerequisite: Experience with horses and premission of Instructor. A hands on practicum for the beginning teamster or serious wannabe. Learn to think like a horse. Prerequisites: Some experience with horses and permission of instructor.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/draft-horse-intensive-part-i/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130815T213854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130909T180755Z
UID:6257-1378461600-1378483200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Draft Horse Intensive\, Part II
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL NORTHEAST BEGINNING FARMERS:\nRegister now for Groundswell’s Organic Livestock Intensives! \nFull-day workshops on organic\, pasture-based livestock systems\, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! \nThese full-day programs are designed for the serious beginning farmer looking for in-depth instruction\, hands-on training\, and a chance to ask all your pesky questions! Taught by some of the best Mentor Farmers you’ll ever find\, renowned organic farmers Donn Hewes and Maryrose Livingston of Northland Sheep Dairy in Marathon\, NY and Karma and Michael Glos of Kingbird Farm in Berkshire\, NY. \nYou MUST register in advance by emailing info@groundswellcenter.org or calling 607-319-5095. See prices and deadlines for each session. Let us know if you need overnight housing and we’ll hook you up! We reserve the right to cancel any sessions with insufficient enrollment. \nDraft Horse Intensive\, Part II\n \nRegister by Friday\, Sept 6\, 5PM \nInstructors: Donn Hewes\, Maryrose Livingston \nLocation: Northland Sheep Dairy \nCost: $120-$150 Per Day\, Voluntary Sliding Scale \nYou may register for Part I only\, or for both Parts I and II. Prerequisite: Experience with horses and premission of Instructor. A hands on practicum for the beginning teamster or serious wannabe. Learn to think like a horse. Prerequisites: Some experience with horses and permission of instructor.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/draft-horse-intensive-part-ii/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130815T214122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130909T180840Z
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SUMMARY:Hog Breeding & Farrowing Intensive
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL NORTHEAST BEGINNING FARMERS:\nRegister now for Groundswell’s Organic Livestock Intensives! \nFull-day workshops on organic\, pasture-based livestock systems\, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! \nThese full-day programs are designed for the serious beginning farmer looking for in-depth instruction\, hands-on training\, and a chance to ask all your pesky questions! Taught by some of the best Mentor Farmers you’ll ever find\, renowned organic farmers Donn Hewes and Maryrose Livingston of Northland Sheep Dairy in Marathon\, NY and Karma and Michael Glos of Kingbird Farm in Berkshire\, NY. \nYou MUST register in advance by emailing info@groundswellcenter.org or calling 607-319-5095. See prices and deadlines for each session. Let us know if you need overnight housing and we’ll hook you up! We reserve the right to cancel any sessions with insufficient enrollment. \nHog Breeding & Farrowing Intensive \nRegister by Friday\, Sept 6\, 5PM \nInstructor: Karma Glos. Location: Kingbird Farm\nCost: $120-$150\, Voluntary Sliding Scale\nAn in-depth\, full-day program for those thinking about getting into breeding hogs and farrowing your own piglets in a pasture-based system. Economics\, breeding stock\, management\, facilities\, markets. . . . Get all your questions answered by one of the region’s leading experts in organic pasture-pig systems.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hog-breeding-farrowing-intensive/
LOCATION:Kingbird Farm\, 9398 West Creek Rd. Berkshire\, NY 13736
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130918
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UID:6735-1379376000-1379462399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Crop Storage Workshop
DESCRIPTION:UVM Extension with support from the USDA’s Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program will offer five full day workshops on crop storage throughout Vermont this fall. Workshops will focus on long-term storage of crops for sale through the winter and into early spring\, but will be relevant to many agricultural and food storage needs. \nThese one-day workshops will be held in \n\nBrattleboro – 9/17\nRutland – 9/19\nWhite River Junction – 10/9\nSt. Johnsbury – 10/10\nShelburne – 10/16\n\nParticipants from neighboring states are encouraged to attend. The fee for the course is $20 and will include light breakfast and lunch\, a pre-course workbook\, reference material. To register for a workshop visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/event/7979513941 or contact the Rutland Extension office at 802-773-3349. Individuals requesting a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program should contact Pamela Lowell at 802-773-3349 by 9/5.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/crop-storage-workshop/
LOCATION:Vermont Technical College\, 8 University Way \, Brattleboro\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Callahan":MAILTO:chris.callahan@uvm.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130917T210000
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UID:6719-1379444400-1379451600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Permaculture talk at Historical Society in Greenfield
DESCRIPTION:Daniel Botkin\, farm manager of Laughing Dog Farm\, in Gill\, will speak about “Backyard Permaculture.” This talk is aimed for beginners\, wannabes\, and the like\, however permaculture “experts”\, “real farmers”\, experienced gardeners\, and all others are also welcome to come (…and chime in!) I will be discussing the “mental”  and “beliefs” aspects of permaculture as well as innovative horticulture/gardening\, season-extension\, etc\, techniques. \n“Backyard permaculture” seeks to integrate the concept and practice of ecological design with practical\, four-season food production\, whether by seasoned farmers\, or “amateurs”\, even on marginal lands or small spaces. Daniel will describe several innovative\, “guerilla gardening” and “season-extension” techniques he uses on his five-acre plot\, including permanent mulch/low-till\, vertical farming\, and winter “tunnels”.\nFor over a decade\, Daniel and his wife\, Divya have hand-raised a growing diversity of produce\, flowers\, herbs\, fruits\, rabbits and goats. They operate a small CSA\, mentor interns and micro-farming and food-related workshops at their farm and beyond. \nDoors open at 6:30 p.m. and the talk begins at 7:00. As always\, the evening is free and open to the public (donations are gratefully accepted at the door) and there will be time after the presentation for questions and conversation.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/backyard-permaculture-talk-at-historical-society-in-greenfield/
LOCATION:The Historical Society of Greenfield\, 43 Church Street\, Greenfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130918T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130829T233722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130907T040239Z
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SUMMARY:Western Mass Business Forum: Environmental Compliance: Beyond the Basics
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Compliance: Beyond the Basics\nBe Proactive. Improve Your Bottom Line. \nBusinesses operating today are often overwhelmed by state and federal environmental\, health and safety requirements. It’s especially tough for small and mid-size businesses to keep up to date. \nJust one instance of noncompliance can significantly damage your business reputation and your bottom line. \nJoin the EPA\, DEP\, other state agencies and the state’s leading business organizations for a half-day briefing where you’ll be given the tools to run your business safely and in compliance with the law – and perhaps\, save some money in the long run. But “green compliance” can be a “win-win” strategy to comply and improve your bottom line. \n\nAt the seminar’s conclusion you’ll learn how to:\nOperate your business in compliance with state and federal environmental\, health and safety laws.\nStop compliance issues before they start by changing your operations to prevent pollution and reduce toxics use.\nIncrease your bottom line through energy efficiency\, recycling\, and resource conservation.\n\nIn addition\, you’ll have a chance to interact with state and federal regulators to get your compliance questions answered. \nBe proactive. Learn from the experts. Stay in compliance. \nEvent runs from 8:30 am to noon. Networking 8:00 am – 8:30 am. Experts available to answer your questions noon-12:30 p.m. Continental breakfast provided. \nRegistration \nEvent is free but preregistration is required due to space limitations. \nTo register\, please email Cecile Larose at larose@myonlinechamber.com. \nQuestions? \nPlease contact George Frantz at the EPA: 617-918-1883 or frantz.george@epa.gov.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/western-mass-business-forum-environmental-compliance-beyond-the-basics/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130907T011148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130907T011148Z
UID:6574-1379520000-1379530800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Twilight Meeting on Winter Production\, IPM\, and Marketing for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Twilight Meeting at Tangerini Spring Street Farm in Millis\, MA on Winter Production\, IPM\, and Marketing for Farmers\nHosted by Laura and Charlie Tangerini \nTangerini Farm is a 67-acre working family farm\, established in 1995 on APR land that has been in agriculture since the early 1800’s. The farm’s fruits and vegetables are sold through their 4-season on-farm CSA\, as well as at farmer’s markets during the main season and winter. \nThe program will include: \n\nProduction and storage for fall\, winter and early spring distribution. Laura and Charlie will talk about aspects of extended-season production\, including planting dates\, weed management\, winter pick-your-own\, and low and high tunnel systems. They will give a tour of their custom-designed\, half-underground produce storage facility\, which has three bays and separate digital humidity and temperature controls.\n\n\nIntegrated Pest Management for fall and storage crops. Six years ago Laura and Charlie began transitioning to what they believe are more environmentally sustainable practices and to using primarily OMRI-approved inputs. They have been working with UMass to implement a whole-farm IPM program. Arthur Tuttle and Ruth Hazzard\, both of UMass Extension\, will discuss how these strategies have worked in their extended-season crops. Arthur will discuss Apple scab and stink bug in apples; Ruth will lead a hands-on scouting demonstration in fall Brassicas & discuss Brassica\, potato & onion IPM.\n\n\nFarm marketing and consumer relations. Heather Vitella is founder of Cover Crop Marketing\, a marketing agency working specifically with small farms and food producers on web design\, digital marketing\, and customer retention strategies. She writes the Tangerini’s weekly CSA newsletter and worked with Laura to put together an e-book for CSA first-timers called The CSA Survival Guide. She will discuss creating and maintaining customer relationships.\n\nAttendance is free. A light supper will be served. \nFor pre-registration or more information contact Lisa McKeag at 413-577-3976 or lmckeag@umext.umass.edu. \nPre-registration is encouraged but walk-ins are welcome. \nThis program is funded by UMass Extension and USDA Northeast SARE and is part of a collaboration with UNH Cooperative Extension\, Seacoast Eat Local and CISA. \n\nWednesday\, Sept. 18\, 2013 from 4pm to 7pm\n139 Spring Street\nMillis\, Massachusetts 02054
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/twilight-meeting-on-winter-production-ipm-and-marketing-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Tangerini Spring Street Farm\, 139 Spring Street Millis\, Massachusetts 02054
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130909T165739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130918T181605Z
UID:6594-1379671200-1379685600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pasture Walk at Sidehill Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow farmers\, technical assistance providers & researchers for an informal gathering to observe a farm’s management practices\, ask questions and learn from other farmers. The walk will be hosted by Sidehill Farm\, the only commerical\, on-farm yogurt producer in the state\, at their new location in Hawley\, MA\, and sponsored by Kinne Brook Farm of Worthington\, MA.  It will feature representatives from NRCS\, UMass Extension\, SARE\, NOFA-MA & CISA. This will be a first meeting to establish a peer network of aspiring\, new and seasoned pasture managers in S. New England. Lunch will be provided.  Please RSVP to skoullias@larp.umass.edu.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pasture-walk-at-sidehill-farm/
LOCATION:Sidehill Farm\, 58 Forget Road\, Hawley
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130927
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130829T233223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130927T181710Z
UID:6521-1380067200-1380239999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:National Farm Viability Conference
DESCRIPTION:The National Farm Viability Conference is geared towards professionals in the fields of farm and food business planning\, financial planning\, agricultural financing\, farmland conservation\, agricultural market development\, and food hub management. The conference is an opportunity to network and learn from other professionals in your field\, develop new knowledge and skills\, and visit farms and value-added processing facilities. Details here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/national-farm-viability-conference/
LOCATION:Middlebury Inn\, 14 Court Square Middlebury\, Vermont 05753-0798
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131002T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131002T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130829T221849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130829T221849Z
UID:6513-1380738600-1380744000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cornell Small Farms Program's online course\, BF 130: Poultry Production
DESCRIPTION:Greetings!\nLaying hens\, broilers\, turkeys and ducks are popular enterprises on a farm\, particularly to complement a vegetable or fruit enterprise. But there are many challenges to raising poultry\, not least of which is making it financially worthwhile for your farm. The Cornell Small Farms Program’s online course\, BF 130: Poultry Production\, can help you optimize your flock. \nThe course–taught by experienced farmers and Cornell Cooperative Extension educators–includes guest presenters\, virtual farm tours\, videos and more. You’ll learn the basic requirements for producing and profiting from chickens\, ducks\, and turkeys\, as well as best practices for getting started\, maintaining a healthy flock\, choosing breeds\, processing meat animals and eggs\, and marketing your products. \nBF 130 is 6 weeks long and begins on Wed. Oct 2\, with live interactive webinars every Wed. evening fro 6:30-8pm EST throughout the course. Webinars are always recorded\, so if you can’t attend them live you can watch them later. The course costs $200. \nTo learn more about each of our online courses\, please visit http://nebeginningfarmers.org/online-courses. From this site you can learn more about our instructors\, see answers to Frequently Asked Questions\, read details for each course\, and view the calendar of course offerings for 2013-2014. \nCourses often fill very quickly\, so don’t miss your chance to sign up today!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cornell-small-farms-programs-online-course-bf-130-poultry-production/
LOCATION:Cornell University Small Farms Program\, Webinar
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130919T010056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130925T003626Z
UID:6783-1380823200-1380830400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Can New England Feed Itself? How Close Can We Get to Sustainability?
DESCRIPTION:Farmers and producers are encouraged to attend kick-off event for the 2013 Let’s Talk About Food Festival. Speakers include Chef and CEO of Wholesome Wave\, Michel Nischan\, MDAR Commissioner Gregory Watson\, US Rep Chellie Pingree (D-ME)\, CityFresh president Glynn Lloyd\, Timothy Griffin from Tufts\, and Brian Donohue from Brandeis – all future oriented\, thought provoking speakers who will help us think about how close we can get to sustainability as a region\, and how to identify strategies and trade-offs as we move into the future. What role does urban agriculture play? How do we think about a food plan for New England in a regional context? Can we go from three or four days of food sustainability to a week or more? What kind of infrastructure do we need to get from here to there? What mix of crops? The event is free and open to the public\, come and share your insights. Click here for details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/can-new-england-feed-itself-how-close-can-we-get-to-sustainability/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130830T191427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130918T181813Z
UID:6535-1380965400-1380988800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Fall 2013 New England Transition Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Ticket information at: http://netransitiongathering.eventbrite.com/ \nThis is a great opportunity to meet fellow Transitioners from other initiatives and resource groups\, to share skills and stories together about what works and to learn what a New England Transition Network might have to offer our local efforts. \nWe will gather at 9:30 and begin at 10am. There will be multiple resource sharing opportunities\, plenty of space for real dialogue\, fun and great locavore food prepared by a local\, cooperatively-owned catering company. We will wrap up at 4pm. This will be a faciliated event. \nRob Hopkins will also be speaking in town the night before the gathering\, Oct 4th at 6pm. This is event is free and open to the public. Please note in your RSVP if your would like to recieve the list of avaible community sourced lodging/couch surfing/tenting options. \nThis event is free and donations will be accepted. Any donations in excess of the costs will be carried forward for future network gatherings.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fall-2013-new-england-transition-gathering/
LOCATION:New England Transition and Resilience Network\, University of Southern Maine Bedford St Portland\, ME 
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131006T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130815T214504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130815T233225Z
UID:6261-1381050000-1381071600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cheesemaking Practicum Part I
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL NORTHEAST BEGINNING FARMERS:\nRegister now for Groundswell’s Organic Livestock Intensives! \nFull-day workshops on organic\, pasture-based livestock systems\, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! \nThese full-day programs are designed for the serious beginning farmer looking for in-depth instruction\, hands-on training\, and a chance to ask all your pesky questions! Taught by some of the best Mentor Farmers you’ll ever find\, renowned organic farmers Donn Hewes and Maryrose Livingston of Northland Sheep Dairy in Marathon\, NY and Karma and Michael Glos of Kingbird Farm in Berkshire\, NY. \nYou MUST register in advance by emailing info@groundswellcenter.org or calling 607-319-5095. See prices and deadlines for each session. Let us know if you need overnight housing and we’ll hook you up! We reserve the right to cancel any sessions with insufficient enrollment. \nCheesemaking Practicum\nPart I: Sunday\, Oct 6\, 9 AM – 3 PM \nInstructor: Maryrose Livingston. Location: Northland Sheep Dairy\nCost: $120-$150\, Voluntary Sliding Scale\nRegister by Wed September 25\, 5PM.\nHands-on instruction and practice in making artisanal cheese on a commercial farmstead scale. Learn about the fermentation process\, milk qualities\, cultures\, finding and using farmstead-scale equipment\, regulations\, economics and markets. Part II is optional for those who can attend and includes preparing the molded cheeses for aging in the Northland cheese cave.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cheesemaking-practicum-part-i/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131007T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130815T214657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130815T233208Z
UID:6264-1381154400-1381161600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cheesemaking Practicum  Part II
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL NORTHEAST BEGINNING FARMERS:\nRegister now for Groundswell’s Organic Livestock Intensives! \nFull-day workshops on organic\, pasture-based livestock systems\, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! \nThese full-day programs are designed for the serious beginning farmer looking for in-depth instruction\, hands-on training\, and a chance to ask all your pesky questions! Taught by some of the best Mentor Farmers you’ll ever find\, renowned organic farmers Donn Hewes and Maryrose Livingston of Northland Sheep Dairy in Marathon\, NY and Karma and Michael Glos of Kingbird Farm in Berkshire\, NY. \nYou MUST register in advance by emailing info@groundswellcenter.org or calling 607-319-5095. See prices and deadlines for each session. Let us know if you need overnight housing and we’ll hook you up! We reserve the right to cancel any sessions with insufficient enrollment. \nCheesemaking Practicum\nPart II: Monday Oct 7\, 2 PM – 4 PM \nInstructor: Maryrose Livingston. Location: Northland Sheep Dairy\nCost: $120-$150\, Voluntary Sliding Scale\nRegister by Wed September 25\, 5PM.\nHands-on instruction and practice in making artisanal cheese on a commercial farmstead scale. Learn about the fermentation process\, milk qualities\, cultures\, finding and using farmstead-scale equipment\, regulations\, economics and markets. Part II is optional for those who can attend and includes preparing the molded cheeses for aging in the Northland cheese cave.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cheesemaking-practicum-part-ii/
LOCATION:Northland Sheep Dairy\, 3501 Hoxie Gorge Freetown Rd. Marathon\, NY. 13803
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131009
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130918T002006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130918T002046Z
UID:6745-1381190400-1381276799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Forage Planning for Dairy & Ruminant Livestock
DESCRIPTION:October 8      Franklin Farm\, Guilford\, VT \nExtreme weather in 2013 has challenged the production and harvest of high quality forages for many dairy & livestock farmers in the Northeast. This workshop will help you plan your winter feeding strategy for optimal results\, as well as implement strategies to help make up for shortages and manage costs. Low quality forages are difficult to manage for good performance\, so these workshops will also help farmers evaluate their feed stock needs and develop action plans to address those needs for the winter ahead. Please bring a bagged lunch. To register and for more information visit: www.nofavt.org/sws  or call (802)434-4122\, or Willie.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/strategic-forage-planning-for-dairy-ruminant-livestock/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131010
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130826T191518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130917T220939Z
UID:6473-1381276800-1381363199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Agricultural Business Planning Courses
DESCRIPTION:MDAR offers three course levels serving participants who are 1) thinking about farming\, 2) gearing up to start with secure access to land\, or 3) already operating Massachusetts agricultural enterprises. Our courses are not offered online because participants confirm greater benefit when they have a peer group to share ideas with over several consecutive weeks. Enrollment is limited to facilitate discussion. Attendance by the registrant (or an informed substitute) is required at all scheduled sessions. Fees are kept low through MDAR support\, and a partner may included at no additional cost. \nExplorers – For those who are just thinking about getting into farming or are expanding a hobby to an income-generating scale: “Exploring the Small Farm Dream” offers guidance and feedback for informed decisions about whether or not to take the plunge – and how to proceed in the first stages of feasibility. Five sessions over 6 weeks on weekday evenings. Cost per enterprise – $125. Offered February-March 2014 in Amherst and Marlborough. \nPlanners – For those a step beyond Explorer who have a strong sense of what they intend to do: “Planning for Start-up” is a gut check before making significant investments of time and money. It requires completion of Explorer\, or equivalent programs and experience. Planners have already made the decision to farm on a revenue generating scale\, and have secured the land and initial finances to do so. Six sessions over 8 weeks on Saturday mornings. Cost per enterprise – $175. Offered January-March 2014\, with a Fall 2013 session in Amherst on Saturday Mornings November 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 December 7\, 14. \nEstablished Farmers – For those already operating a commercial agricultural enterprise and in need of a comprehensive business plan. “Tilling the Soil of Opportunity” offers a chance to assess\, regroup\, plan 5 years ahead and finance expansion\, or clarify transfer/succession. The course draws on peer experience\, Instructor knowledge and guest speakers. This course is USDA/FSA certified for “Borrower Training”. Graduates may qualify for individual post-course technical assistance. Ten sessions over 11 weeks on weekday evenings. Cost per enterprise – $225. Offered January-April 2014\, with a Fall 2013 session in Amherst on Wednesday evenings October 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, November 13\, 20\, 26 (Tuesday to avoid Thanksgiving)\, December 4\, 11\, 18. \nApplications and details here. Email information/application requests to Rick.Chandler@state.ma.us.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/agricultural-business-planning-courses-2013-2014-beginning-in-october/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131012T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130310T203710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T203710Z
UID:1697-1381572000-1381582800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Workshops 2013: Garlic
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be on the planting\, mulching\, matainence\, storage\, harvest\, as well as what to do about scapes in relation to garlic.  It will also discuss why\, how\, and when to put it to bed as well as review and plan for 2014.  Class size is limited to 10\, $25/class or $100 for the full series.  Space permitting\, no one will be turned away for lack of cash and barter will be considered.  For more information or to register call 978-544-6347 or by email.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-workshops-2013-garlic/
LOCATION:Wildbrowse Farm & Sustainability Center\, 87 Bullard Pasture Rd\, Wendell\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131017
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130705T183252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130705T183252Z
UID:5110-1381622400-1381967999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2013 North American Biochar Symposium
DESCRIPTION:This symposium is designed for farmers\, foresters\, researchers\, policy makers\, biochar producers and entrepreneurs\, and especially students and citizens who want to learn about biochar as an alternative to fossil fuel-based fertilizers/pesticides and energy. More information and registration information here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2013-north-american-biochar-symposium/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131013T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20131004T005550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131004T005550Z
UID:7015-1381662000-1381672800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Open Farm Sunday at Barstow's Longview Farm
DESCRIPTION:Visit Barstow’s Longview Farm in Hadley to celebrate local\, sustainable dairy farming during Open Farm Sunday.  Learn about “farm to fork” sustainability\, try the “World’s Best Cheddar\,” meet your local dairy farmers (and their cows) and more! If you’ve ever wondered why buying local is important\, visit the farm. Barstow’s Longview Farm are proud member-owners of Cabot Creamery Cooperative. Visitors will experience the family traditions and local flavors that are Cabot cheese\, as guests are invited to meet the farmers\, see their cows\, join in barnyard activities and of course\, sample delicious award-winning Cabot cheese.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/open-farm-sunday-at-barstows-longview-farm/
LOCATION:Barstow’s Longview Farm\, 172 Hockanum Road\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131013T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130829T223203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130829T223203Z
UID:6515-1381669200-1381680000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Biochar Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Farmer Workshop: \nSunday afternoon October 13th from 1:00 to 4pm\, at the New England Small Farm Institute in Belchertown MA (275 Jackson Street) $35. Registration is here: http://symposium2013.pvbiochar.org/register \nJoin fellow farmers and gardeners in an interactive\, educational\, and highly stimulating presentation/workshop  about what biochar is (and is not) along with details about how and why biochar can help you achieve your growing goals. Learn about the many benefits of soil conditioning with biochar\, application techniques and amounts\, carbon stability\, and other practical advice. Rachel Hestrin from Cornell University will deliver a hands on technical presentation and field expert David Yarrow will review his extensive SARE grant trials. \nBuilding soil fertility and resiliency is increasingly challenging and costly. Attending this workshop will help you understand what biochar is and how it can be used to improve soil\, while mitigating potential environmental impacts caused by agriculture. You will learn how biochar is made and used\, how soil can benefit from biochar\, and get answers to any questions you might have about biochar.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/biochar-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131014T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130829T224140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130907T040128Z
UID:6517-1381770000-1381777200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Biochar Banquet and Demonstration!
DESCRIPTION:As part of the 2013 USBI North American Biochar Symposium at UMass Amherst\, hosted by the Pioneer Valley Biochar Initiative in Belchertown\, a farm to table “Biochar Banquet” will be served to the community. This banquet is an informal networking opportunity for people in the Pioneer Valley to taste and discuss the benefits of local food grown in well conditioned soil. Every item in the various food stations – from goat cheese to wine and from sausage to succotash – will have a regional story directly related to Biochar. Tickets are $55 or just $15 for conference attendees and include a free keynote address by Frances Moore Lappe\, author of EcoMind\, Hope’s Edge and Diet for a Small Planet. \nHere is the link to the Biochar Banquet flyer: http://symposium2013.pvbiochar.org/sites/default/files/PDF%20files/Biochar%20Banquet.pdf
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/biochar-banquet-and-demonstration/
LOCATION:USBI North American Biochar Symposium\, Campus Center\, Umass Amherst
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131019
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130923T214245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130923T214245Z
UID:6808-1382054400-1382140799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Deadline for Fair Food Business Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:October 18th is the last day to apply for the Fair Food Network’s Fair Food Business Boot Camp\, a three-day intensive program for emerging\, high-potential food system enterprises in the Northeast. The curriculum will include skill-building sessions and applied projects that will offer participants new perspectives on their ventures and guide them in refining their business models. Participants will work with the program facilitators\, FFN staff\, food system leaders\, investors\, and each other to refine and accelerate their ventures. The three-day session will culminate with a pitch session in which entrepreneurs will present their plans to a panel of investors and compete for an award of up to $10\,000 in consulting services.  For more information on this event\, click here. The program will be hosted by Babson College’s Food Sol in Wellesley\, MA from December 2nd – December 4th\, 2013.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/deadline-for-fair-food-business-boot-camp/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131021
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130923T212908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130923T212916Z
UID:6806-1382227200-1382313599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual 5K for Farmland & Farmer’s Market Festival
DESCRIPTION:The USATF-sanctioned 5K running route takes you through the scenic farmlands of the Great Meadow in Hadley\, and a 2-mile walking route offers a bird’s eye view of the Connecticut River. Each year\, more than 500 participants join us to run or walk in support of farmland conservation. This year promises to be better than ever\, with more activities for kids\, more unique local vendors at our Farmers Market\, and more ways for your run or walk to help save critical farmland in the Valley! Race starts from Hadley’s West St Common.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/5th-annual-5k-for-farmland-farmers-market-festival/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131020T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131020T163000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20131010T235842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T145500Z
UID:7096-1382279400-1382286600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Safety Modernization Act Discussion and Letter-Writing Events
DESCRIPTION:Come to Green Fields Market at 144 Main St. in Greenfield to attend a Food Safety Modernization Act discussion and letter-writing party. The discussion and letter writing will take place in the upstairs meeting room. Some supplies will be available\, but bring your own letter-writing materials if you can! \nCan’t make it to that one? Check out Just Roots Fall Festival\, Oct. 27\, 2-6pm. FSMA discussion and letter-writing party starts @ 4pm. It will be held at Just Roots (Greenfield Community Farm) at 34 Glenbrook Dr. in Greenfield. Visit Just Roots for more details (413) 376-8333.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fsma-discussion-and-letter-writing-events/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131023T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130912T195905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131031T182723Z
UID:6673-1382509800-1382558400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Online Course: Planning to Stay in Business
DESCRIPTION:Trying to run a farm without a written plan is like trying to sail an ocean without a map: chances are high that even if you manage to arrive somewhere safely\, it won’t be where you wanted to land. And if you ever plan to borrow money for your farm\, a business plan is even more essential\, as you can’t get a loan without it. \nMany new farmers are intimidated by the process of writing a business plan. The online course BF 202: Planning to Stay in Business demystifies the process and provides students with feedback on their plans each week. This course\, taught by an experienced farmer and a Cornell Cooperative Extension educator\, is 6 weeks long and consists of weekly webinars followed by homework\, readings\, and discussions in an online setting. \nThe course runs Wed. Oct 23 – Wed. Nov 27\, with webinars Wed. evenings from 6:30-8pm EST. The cost is $200\, but multiple people from the same farm may participate without paying extra. Click here for more on the course learning objectives\, instructors\, and outline.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/online-course-planning-to-stay-in-business/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131025
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130507T215937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130507T220126Z
UID:4033-1382572800-1382659199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Day!
DESCRIPTION:Food Day is a national campaign for healthy\, affordable\, and fairly produced food\, and it’s back and stronger than ever! Food Day will take place on October 24\, 2013 and the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources will spearhead statewide organizing and we’re beginning our organizing with you! \nLast year\, Massachusetts led the country with the number of events (over 500). We were blown away by the level of engagement and diversity of varied activities throughout Massachusetts\, including community potlucks\, food drives\, compelling food discussions and forums held at universities\, as well as activities held at schools\, and official proclamations by Governor Patrick and Mayor Menino. \nCheck out our newly released Food Day 2012 Report for highlights of what was accomplished here in Massachusetts and around the country. The report has many ideas to share and/or borrow! \nClick here to visit the Food Day website for updates!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/4033/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20131102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20131104
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130919T011628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130919T011628Z
UID:6785-1383350400-1383523199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:19th Annual Franklin County CiderDays
DESCRIPTION:CiderDays is a community event celebrating all things apples in Franklin County\, Massachusetts. 2013 marks the 19th year of this event and there will be two days (November 2nd and 3th) of orchard tours\, cidermaking and tastings\, workshops and much more. This is for all who love apples\, fresh or hard cider\, apple cuisine\, apple orchards or just being in New England in the fall. There is a charge for some of the activities but there is no admission for many of the activities at local orchards or for the workshops or Marketplace at the Shelburne Buckland Community Center in Shelburne Falls (from 10 AM – 5 PM on Saturday). Tickets for the various tasting salons are available online.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/19th-annual-franklin-county-ciderdays/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20131104T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20131104T173000
DTSTAMP:20260608T161449
CREATED:20130916T220906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130916T220906Z
UID:6716-1383555600-1383586200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm Profitability: Season Extension and Marketing for the Small Farm
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Michael Kilpatrick\, farm manager at Kilpatrick Family Farm.\nRegistration cost (potluck lunch): Register online or by mail by Oct. 21: $65 Member; $81 Non-member\nDescription: Michael Kilpatrick offers a full day seminar on realizing the dream of a profitable small farm. Practical content addresses the infrastructure and economics of year-round farming\, farm systems for profitable field production\, season extension for producing greens\, overwinterring crops for super early spring harvest\, marketing the farm and telling your story\, and using different marketing channels to increase farm profits. Find a seminar outline and relevant links here.  \nFor more info\, contact Ben Grosscup at 413-658-5374 or email ben.grosscup@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-profitability-season-extension-and-marketing-for-the-small-farm/
LOCATION:Barre Congregational Church\, 30 Park Street\, Barre\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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