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SUMMARY:MDAR: Western Mass Winter Ag Commission Gathering #2
DESCRIPTION:WESTERN MASS WINTER AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION GATHERING #2\n Smith Vocational School\, Northampton – Saturday\, January 11\, 2014\n Snow Date January 18 (for last-minute weather update\, 413-695-4627) \nPlease RSVP by January 6\, 2014 \nAGENDA \n\n\n8:30 – 9:00 Registration and Coffee \n9:00 – 9:10 Welcome \n9:10 – 9:20 Mass Association of Agricultural Commissions (MAAC) – Dick Ward\, President:\nwhat MAAC can do for local AgComs\, upcoming issues\, other conferences & events \n9:20 – 11:00 Roundtable: how can AgComs stay active & engaged – new members\, challenges and problems\, work plans\, accomplishments of AgComs around the state\, examples of AgCom successes and projects (moderator Phil Korman\, CISA) \n11:00 – 11:30 and 11:45 to 12:15 Morning Workshops\n* Farm Transfer Issues – Passing farmland to new farmers – Kathy Ruhf\, Land For Good\n* Farm business principles and opportunities – Rick Chandler & Melissa Adams\, MDAR \n12:15-1:00 Buffet Lunch (local produce thanks to Smith Voke Culinary Shop)\, Informal Discussion (& report by Lisa Damon\, Farm to School Project) and Vendor Exhibits \n1:00 – 1:55 and 2:05 – 3:00 Afternoon Workshops\n* Farmland protection options (APRs\, CRs\, CH61A\, other; town planning for farmland protection) – Rich Hubbard\, Franklin Land Trust; Kristin DeBoer\, Kestrel Land Trust\n* Nuisance Complaints / Best Management Practices vs Normal Practices / Current Farm Legal Issues – Frank DiLuna\, Murtha Cullina; Brad Mitchell\, Mass Farm Bureau Federation; Bob Ritchie\, former MDAR General Counsel \n3:00 Conference Adjourns \nSponsors: Mass Association of Ag Commissions\, MDAR\, CISA\, Conservation Districts\, Mass Farm Bureau\, American Farmland Trust\, Pioneer Valley Planning Commission\, Franklin Land Trust\, Franklin Council of Governments\, Northampton Agricultural Commission\, Keep Farming Northampton\, Kestrel Land Trust\, Forever Farmland \nREGISTRATION FORM – 2013-14 Western MA AgCom Gatherings \nVillage          (    ) Jan 11 Smith Vocational School\, Northampton \nName __________________________________            Town ____________________ \nMailing Address_____________________________________________________ \nZip _________________ \nPhone _____________________________ \nEmail Address _________________________________ \nAgCom Member (  ) Yes  (  ) No                   $15 Registration Fee Enclosed   (  ) Yes \nPlease make checks payable to “CISA.” We encourage all to register by Dec 2 for Hancock and by Jan 6 for Northampton so we can get an accurate lunch count.  \nSend to:  CISA\, One Sugarloaf Street\, South Deerfield\, MA 01373\, Jennifer@buylocalfood.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mdar-western-mass-winter-ag-commission-gathering-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140118
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
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LAST-MODIFIED:20131113T020425Z
UID:7564-1389484800-1390003199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Seed School at Hampshire College
DESCRIPTION:Seed School is a groundbreaking\, six-day educational course that trains people from all walks of life to build local seed systems rooted in the ancient tradition of seed saving. Students walk away from this innovative learning experience with the knowledge and inspiration to start their own independent seed initiatives\, such as community seed libraries and exchanges\, seed growers cooperatives\, heirloom seed businesses\, and participatory plant breeding projects.\n\nSeed School is designed to offer a comprehensive yet accessible overview of the science\, business\, and craft of seeds. Appropriate for teens and adults at all skill levels\, this course is for gardeners\, farmers\, chefs\, entrepreneurs\, NGOs\, activists\, policymakers and anyone interested in turning the tide on the industrialization of our food system. Register on the Native Seeds/SEARCH website.\n\nEarly bird discount: $600 by December 13th Tuition after December 13th: $700 Deposit to reserve a spot: $200 Partial scholarships are available for participants in under served communities and with limited income. Contact: belle@nativeseeds.org to apply or for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/seed-school-at-hampshire-college/
LOCATION:Hampshire College\, Amherst 
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20131211T205000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131211T205000Z
UID:8005-1389513600-1389546000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Scaling Up: Farmer to Farmer Skill Building
DESCRIPTION:Starting this January\, Scaling Up will bring together a group of 6-18 farmers with about 4 -7 years of experience who are seeking to grow their operations and plan for long-term viability. Participants convene for a series of two-day sessions hosted at the Copake Agricultural Center in Copake\, NY\, in which they will refine business and production plans and learn from fellow farmers and educators.\n\nParticipating farmers will deepen their knowledge of the following topics related to scaling up their operations: Business Planning\, Administrative Skills\, Marketing & Distribution\, Leadership\, Soil Fertility\, Land Acquisition Planning\, Equipment\, and Production Systems. Participants can choose between tracks for livestock or vegetable production. Participant interest will guide the curriculum and activities.\n\nParticipants will:\n• Assess their current operations for challenges and opportunities.\n• Gain the management skills needed to successfully manage their growing business\n• Refine and peer-review written plans for marketing\, production\, and finances.\n• Emerge with updated business plans.\n• Receive a certificate of completion upon finishing the program.\nFormat:\n\nFarmers will gather for ten two-day sessions at the beginning of each month from January 2014 to April 2014\, pause for the growing season\, then reconvene October 2014 to March 2015. On-farm lodging and local food meals will be provided by the Center. Group preference will determine exact scheduling.\n\nSessions will include time the classroom\, hands-on activities\, and peer-to-peer exchange. Farmers and educators will lead presentations and activities\, and participants will break into groups for discussions and projects. The new Copake Agricultural Center’s 194 acres will act as stage for in-field learning\, through field walks\, facility tours\, and shop demonstrations. The sessions include ample time for meeting with fellow farmers.\n\nEnrollment:\nFor this pilot year\, program costs are $1000 for ten sessions\, lodging\, and all meals. Tuition reduction is available through a work-study arrangement. To set up a work-study arrangement\, contact bob@nefarmaccess.com.\n\nTo apply\, fill out our online application\, or visit our website\, http://www.nefarmaccess.com/scaling-up.html.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/scaling-up-farmer-to-farmer-skill-building/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140122T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20131205T221331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131205T221431Z
UID:7912-1390377600-1390410000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm and Food Systems spring 2014 courses at Greenfield Community College
DESCRIPTION:All four classes can be taken for credit or credit-free. \nSCI 137 Permaculture Design (4 cr) with Abrah Dresdale  \nMeets 1/28/14 – 5/20/14\, Tues\, 2-3:15p\, and Thurs 12:30-4:50p\n\nStudents receive the internationally recognized Permaculture Design Certificate with successful completion of this course.\n\nAn introduction to permaculture: a practice of designing systems\, modeled from ecological relationships\, that respects the land while serving its inhabitants. Topics include permaculture theory\, innovative  techniques\, systems-thinking\, and site assessment and analysis (e.g. patterns of sun/shade\, drainage\, vegetation). Lab components include hands-on learning and technical skills through field work on campus\, field trips\, and design studio. Students apply these skills to a real design project and recommend appropriate permaculture applications such as perennial food production\, soil regeneration\, and integrated water management.\n\nAGR 110 Beekeeping (1 cr) with Cliff Hatch \nMeets Tues\, Apr 15 & 22 from 6:30-8p; and Fri Apr 18-May 2 from 1-5pm (Fridays meet @ Just Roots/Greenfld Community Farm)\n\nProvides strategies and techniques for the beginner beekeeper. Topics include: hive  construction\, life cycle of the honey bee\, hive management through the seasons\, threats to the health and wellness of bees\, diverse approaches and the joys of beekeeping. Note: Students work with bees.\n\nAGR 111 Four Season Farming (1 cr) with Danny Botkin \nMeets Weds\, Mar 26 & Apr 9 from 6-8:30pm; and Sat Mar. 29 & Apr. 12 fom 10a-3p (Saturdays meet at Laughing Dog Farm\, Gill)\n\nExplores strategies for extending growing seasons into the fall and winter. Topics include: hoophouses\, coldframes\, raised beds\, mulch\, managing seasonal crops\, frost proofing\, cold hardy crops\, early spring greenhouse management\, winter snow removal\, and seed germination under unheated conditions.\n\nEVS 152 Organic Gardening (1 cr) with Tony Reiber \nMeets Thurs\, Apr 24 from 6-8:50p; and Sat\, Apr 26 & May 10 from 9a-3p\n\nProvides instruction in a natural gardening program and practical “hands-on” introduction to the basic philosophy\, content\, and methods of organic gardening and permaculture design. Using a model garden site\, participants plan and design a garden\, prepare the soil\, plant the seeds\, and prepare for harvesting and storage. Topics include compost\, soil improvement\, seed selection\, crop rotation\, and pest management.\n\nFeel free to contact Abrah Dresdale with any questions about the courses dresdalea@gcc.mass.edu
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-and-food-systems-spring-2014-courses-at-greenfield-community-college/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140108T223120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140108T223120Z
UID:8660-1390384800-1390406400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Ag Finance Hour: One on One Financial Planning Assistance
DESCRIPTION:From The Carrot Project Held in collaboration with Berkshire Grown\n\nNow is a great time to update your financials. “Ag Finance Hour” is a time to sit down with a farm business management specialist from The Carrot Project\, one-on-one\, to work on financial planning critical to your enterprise’s success.\n\nThe Carrot Project staff will hold open office hours at the offices of Berkshire Grown between 10am -4pm January 22nd (Feb 5th snow date).\n\nSchedule a time on one of these dates to learn about The Carrot Project programs\, or email us questions\, plans or budgets you would like assistance with ahead of time. Meetings are focused on reviewing cash flow budgets and business plans\, or discussing available business financing\, improving your financing literacy and decision-making around financing. There is no cost to participate. All farm and food enterprises are eligible for this event.\n\nTo Sign Up:\nEmail or call Benneth Phelps: bphelps@thecarrotproject.org\, 413-650-6151.\n\nIndicate your preferred date: January 22nd\, and a preferred time between 10-4\, or your availability that day.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/ag-finance-hour-one-on-one-financial-planning-assistance/
LOCATION:Berkshire Grown Office\,  314 Main St\, #17\, Great Barrington\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140124T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20131206T005448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131206T013022Z
UID:7920-1390550400-1390755600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA-NY: 32nd Annual Organic Farming & Gardening Conference
DESCRIPTION:This conference offers a line-up of workshops on a wide range of topics from dairy farming to urban gardening\, from food policy to business planning plus a special childrens conference\, entertainment\, and delicious meals made from food donated by NOFA-NY’s farmers. Scholarships are available. For more information about the conference\, or to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-ny-32nd-annual-organic-farming-gardening-conference/
LOCATION:Saratoga Hilton & City Center\, Saratoga Springs\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140101T002358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140122T024239Z
UID:8521-1391536800-1391544000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Land Access Info Night
DESCRIPTION:John W. Olver Transit Center\n12 Olive Street Greenfield\, MA 01301\n\nCISA\, Land for Good and Franklin Regional Council of Governments have partnered to organize an upcoming Land Access Info Night that will bring farm seekers and service providers together to discuss how farmers can get on to farmland in the Valley. Professionals in the local farming community will answer questions about how to plan\, evaluate\, buy\, lease\, qualify for funding\, and understand conservation easements\, owner financing options\, and more. Beginning and established farmland seekers as well as farmers\, landowners and community members are invited to attend. There will be time for individual assistance from professional advisers. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Please register here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/land-access-info-night/
LOCATION:John W. Olver Transit Center\, Allen Meeting Room\, 12 Olive St\, Greenfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140106T195733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140106T195902Z
UID:8583-1392285600-1392303600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Engineering Storage Facilities for Winter Vegetable Crops
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by UConn and UMASS Extensions\nRuth Hazzard or Eero Ruuttila for more information or to RSVP.\n\n Luke Doody\, UMASS graduate student & Ben Weil\, UMass\nTopic: Utilizing new technologies in storage facilities for reducing energy costs & providing ideal conditions for individual crops Ruth Hazzard\, UMASS Extension Topic: Results of SARE-­‐funded winter storage study for maintaining quality in carrots.\n\nRob Johanson\, Goranson Farm\, Dresden\, Maine\nTopic: Retrofiting an existing building to utilize exhaust heat from a cooler compressor to heat separate winter squash and onion storage rooms.\n\nLaura Tangerini\, Tangerini Spring Street Farm\, Millis\, MA\nTopic: Construction and engineering of 3 tandem earth bermed storage facilities to provide separate temperature and humidity conditions for winter vegetables.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/engineering-storage-facilities-for-winter-vegetable-crops/
LOCATION:Connecticut Farm Bureau Association\, 775 Bloomfield Avenue\, \, Windsor\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140130T235454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140130T235454Z
UID:8916-1392559200-1392566400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Diemand Farm Cooking Class: Turkey Thighs
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what to make with turkey thighs?  Sign up for the cooking class on Sunday\, February 16 at 2pm and we will teach you how to make pulled BBQ turkey and turkey thighs with red wine.\n\nPre-registration required. Please call 978-544-3806. Space is limited.\n\nAdditional turkey thighs are available for you to purchase and take home.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/diemand-farm-cooking-class-turkey-thighs/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140203T235242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140203T235242Z
UID:8939-1392717600-1392724800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crops and Soil Health Forums
DESCRIPTION:This forum will feature a live-streamed video broadcast of the opening sessions of the National Conference on Cover Crops and Soil Health in Omaha\, Neb. Following the broadcast\, discuss with fellow forum participants how cover cropping can build soil health\, improve yields\, curb erosion\, manage pests and build resilience into your farming system.\n\nThe broadcast will feature: \n \nHoward G. Buffett\, Howard G. Buffett Foundation\nJason Weller\, USDA-NRCS Chief\nRay Gaesser\, American Soybean Association president\nA panel of expert producer conservationists:\n\nDave Brandt (Ohio)\nGabe Brown (North Dakota)\nDan DeSutter (Indiana)\nClay Mitchell (Iowa)\n\n\n\n\nThe forums are open to anyone who would like to hear about and discuss the prospects for cover crops and soil health improvements on American farms and ranches. The broadcast will begin at 10:00 a.m. Attendees are encouraged to arrive 30 to 45 minutes ahead of time for check in and introductions.\n\nVisit the website to register\, or contact Tom Akin\, 617-997-8232 for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cover-crops-and-soil-health-forums/
LOCATION:UMass Extension\, 270 Stockbridge Rd\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140224T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140219T013837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140219T015305Z
UID:9082-1393246800-1393250400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Online Forum: Food Entrepreneurship and Innovation
DESCRIPTION:Babson Entrepreneur in Residence Gail Simmons and Food Sol at Babson College will co-host the February chat on food entrepreneurship and innovation. More information is available by clicking here. \nWho should attend: Eaters of all kinds\, food entrepreneurs of all kinds\, women food leaders\nChat organizers: @FoodDay2014 @gailsimmons @businessforfood\nHow: Food Day posts questions (Q1\, Q2…) and you discuss starting your tweets with A1\, A2…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/9082/
LOCATION:Twitter
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140225T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140225T163000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140130T004549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140130T004907Z
UID:8892-1393317000-1393345800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Wholesale Success Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Grow Your Skills\, Grow Your Connections\, Grow Your Business!\nThis workshop will cover: Post-Harvest Handling – Maintaining the Cold Chain – Cleaning and Drying – Packing and Grading – Relationships with Buyers – Food Safety Best Practices \nParticipating producers will receive a free copy of the Wholesale Success manual. Normally an $80 value\, this 300+ page manual is newly updated\, revised\, and in its fourth printing. Wholesale Success covers up-to-date best practices information on food safety\, postharvest handling\, packing\, business management\, marketing\, and crop-specific profiles for over 100 crops. \nA Wholesale Grower and Buyers Showcase / Networking Lunch – an opportunity to speak one-to-one with buyers from throughout New England interested in finding local wholesale producers will also be offered. \nSchedule for the Day\n8:30 – 9:00 Registration / Coffee\, pastries\, and fruit\n9:00 – 10:30 Post Harvest Practices for Quality Produce\n10:45 – 12:15 Meeting Buyer’s Needs: Relationship and Quality\n12:15 – 2:00 Lunch and Wholesale Grower and Buyers Showcase/ Networking Event\n2:00 – 3:30 Why and What of Food Safety\n3:30 – 4:15 Overview of CQP\n4:15 – 4:30 Wrap up \nRegistration: To register for this event please visit our SIGN UP PAGE by February 14th to reserve a space. \nContact: Erika Zekos\, Mass. Farm to School\, (413) 253-3844\, erika@massfarmtoschool.org\, or John Waite\, Western MA Food Processing Center\, (413) 774-7204\, johnw@fccdc.org \nFamilyFarmed.org trainer Atina Diffley draws on her decades of experience in vegetable production and marketing to provide operators of produce farms of any size with useful\, practical\, profit-making guidance on how to achieve the highest quality produce for sale! \nDirect link to the sign up page.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wholesale-success-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="MA Farm to School and Western MA Food Processing Center":MAILTO:erika@massfarmtoschool.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140226T000436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140226T000436Z
UID:9178-1393322400-1393336800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mass Aggie Workshop: The 100-Square-Foot\, 25-Tree\, 5-Variety Backyard Apple Orchard Fruiting Wall!
DESCRIPTION:Your fruiting wall will produce two bushels each of five apple varieties in just 3 years from planting using just over 100 square feet of backyard! We will spend some time indoors talking about site\, variety\, rootstock selection\, planting\, and annual care (including pest management) of your fruiting apple wall. Then\, we will go outdoors and actually plant the orchard from start to finish including site preparation\, fertilization\, pruning\, and tree support. Voila! Instant orchard.*There will be a break for participants to enjoy a BYO lunch.* This workshop will be partially out of doors\, so please dress appropriately for potentially wet\, cold\, and muddy conditions. Click here for more information and to register\, this workshop is part of the UMass Agriculture and Landscape Program.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mass-aggie-workshop-the-100-square-foot-25-tree-5-variety-backyard-apple-orchard-fruiting-wall/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140228
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140218T191829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140218T191829Z
UID:9060-1393459200-1393545599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Hops Conference\, Vermont
DESCRIPTION:The conference\, hosted by the University of Vermont Cooperative Extension will be held at the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center in Burlington\, VT. Click here for more details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/5th-annual-hops-conference-vermont/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140224T185849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140224T185849Z
UID:9155-1393495200-1393502400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm Credit East to Host Informational Webinar on the Availability of Agricultural Grants and How to Apply
DESCRIPTION:Northeast producers are invited to participate in a webinar that will provide answers to questions about the grant process. This webinar\, hosted by Farm Credit East\, will provide information on grants available to agriculture producers and who funds them\, as well as answer questions about the grant process. Presenter for this webinar will be Nathan Rudgers\, director of business development for Farm Credit East. Click here for more details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-credit-east-to-host-informational-webinar-on-the-availability-of-agricultural-grants-and-how-to-apply/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140227T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140214T030958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140214T030958Z
UID:9058-1393522200-1393533000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Web Marketing Basics: Websites and Social Media
DESCRIPTION:The vast majority of customers go online to find local businesses – three times the number that still use the yellow pages – and this percentage is rapidly rising.  Could your farm or business benefit from a stronger web presence?  This workshop will introduce the different options for marketing your business through websites and social media.  Web designer Mary Hager of Function First Design will help you get beyond the jargon and learn the basics of creating a well-designed website.  Local author and farmer Kristin Nicholas will discuss the pros and cons of other web marketing strategies like Facebook\, blogging\, Pinterest\, Instagram and Twitter\, and will show how she uses them to promote her businesses.  This session will cover the basic do’s and don’ts of laying out your website and using social media.  Cost is $15 and dinner will be provided.  Please RSVP by 2/25 to Kristen at 413-665-7100\, ext. 12 or kristen@buylocalfood.org.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/web-marketing-basics-websites-and-social-media/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140302
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20131219T221227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131219T221433Z
UID:8214-1393632000-1393718399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CT NOFA's 32nd Annual Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut’s largest sustainable FOOD conference and includes so much more as well. This year’s keynote speaker is Fred Kirschenmann\, Distinguished Fellow for the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture at Iowa State University and President of Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture. Throughout the day there will be over 50 diverse workshops taught by professionals bringing hands on expertise from the farm\, kitchen\, academia\, government\, and non-profit organizations dedicated to building a sustainable lifestyle. For green activists and organizers the conference has offered workshops on climate change\, starting food co-ops\, transitioning your town and how to establish a winter farmers market. Find the full list of workshop descriptions and how to register here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/ct-nofas-32nd-annual-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Western CT State University\, Midtown Campus\, Danbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140301T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140225T235814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140226T000002Z
UID:9174-1393668000-1393678800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mass Aggie Workshop: Growing & Pruning Blueberries
DESCRIPTION:Blueberries are among the most popular fruits to grow in the home garden.They are healthful and well suited to grow in our New England conditions Come learn the basics for growing blueberries in your home landscape. The workshop will be taught by Ms. Sonia Schoelmann and will include some hands-on pruning lessons. Bring your own tools or use ours.* This workshop will be partially out of doors\, so please dress appropriately for potentially wet\, cold\, and muddy conditions. Click here for more information and to register\, this workshop is part of the UMass Agriculture and Landscape Program.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mass-aggie-workshop-growing-pruning-blueberries/
LOCATION:Sholan Farm\, 1125 Pleasant St\, Leominster
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140304
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140218T192042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140218T192042Z
UID:9061-1393804800-1393891199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2014 Annual Oilseed Producers Workshop\, Vermont
DESCRIPTION:The conference\, hosted by the University of Vermont Cooperative Extension will be held at the Sheraton Hotel and Conference Center in Burlington\, VT. Click here for more details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2014-annual-oilseed-producers-workshop-vermont/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140303T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140219T185859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140219T185859Z
UID:9085-1393876800-1393876800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hot Water Seed Treatment Workshop - UMass Extension
DESCRIPTION:This will be a hands-on workshop where growers can bring in their own seed for hot-water treatment using precision water baths and with the assistance of experienced extension vegetable plant pathologist\, Meg McGrath\, from Cornell University. Tomato\, pepper\, eggplant\, and crucifer seeds are those most commonly treated but many others can be treated as well. For more information about hot water seed treatment please click here. Pre-Registration is requested for this workshop\, so that we can send instructions for preparing your seed for treatment. Please pre-register by Friday\, February 28th\, 2014. Space is limited to about 40 growers\, so register soon! Contact Katie Campbell-Nelson  (413)-545-1051 kcampbel@umass.edu to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hot-water-seed-treatment-workshop-umass-extension/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140304T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140304T140000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20131219T220403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131219T220625Z
UID:8213-1393918200-1393941600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:3rd Annual SBN's Local Food Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:at Northeastern University\, more details to follow.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/3rd-annual-sbns-local-food-trade-show/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140303T190003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140303T190611Z
UID:9257-1393938000-1393952400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hot Water Seed Treatment Workshop - UMass Extension
DESCRIPTION:This will be a hands-on workshop where growers can bring in their own seed for hot-water treatment using precision water baths and with the assistance of experienced extension vegetable plant pathologist\, Meg McGrath\, from Cornell University.  Tomato\, pepper\, eggplant\, and crucifer seeds are those most commonly treated but many others can be treated as well.  For more information about hot water seed treatment please click here. \nPre-Registration is requested for this workshop\, so that we can send instructions for preparing your seed for treatment. \nContact Katie Campbell-Nelson\, (413)-545-1051 for more information \n 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hot-water-seed-treatment-workshop-umass-extension-2/
LOCATION:UMass Research and Education Farm\, 91 River Rd.\, South Deerfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140307
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140219T011549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140219T011549Z
UID:9080-1394064000-1394150399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Production and Marketing of Winter Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:The demand for winter vegetables has grown dramatically in the past five years\, and farmers’ skills in growing and storing produce for winter sales has expanded with it. Everyone who builds a winter component into their farming enterprise has to adapt how they grow\, wash\, package\, store\, and move vegetables around to deal with conditions of the frozen and dark side of the calendar. Plus\, they need to develop new marketing venues. In this program\, experienced farmers and marketers will offer their insights\, followed by plenty of time in each session for farmer to farmer discussion. Sign up for a FREE one-on-one “Ask the Expert” session with marketing advisor Myrna Greenfield. See details here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/production-and-marketing-of-winter-vegetables/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140306T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140219T001230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140219T002239Z
UID:9070-1394130600-1394137800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cornell Extension Workshop: Hay\, Balage\, and Forage Part 1
DESCRIPTION:The first of a two part series\, the night will cover: Managing What I Have\, Renovating Fields\, Establishing New Fields\, Field Maintenance. Click here for more information\, registration deadline is 2/28. Cost is $10.00 per class or $5.00 for second person from same farm (one set of handouts)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cornell-extension-workshop-hay-balage-and-forage/
LOCATION:Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County\, 50 West High Street \, Ballston Spa\, NY\, 12020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140309
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20131202T195129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20131202T195129Z
UID:7815-1394150400-1394323199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2014 New England Meat Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register NOW for the 2014 New England Meat Conference!\n\nRegistration includes special access to 2 days of events and activities\, including: \n\nEducational Sessions and Hands-on Workshops\nNetworking Activities\nLive Demonstrations\nIndustry Trade Show\n\n\nINTERESTED IN SPONSORING OR EXHIBITING?\nSponsorship\, Support\, Exhibiting & Advertising opportunities are available for the Meat Conference and Meat Ball. At our inaugural event in 2013 over 350 attendees joined us for education and networking.  Supporting this event helps keep the popular regional conference affordable for our attendees and allows your business to put your brand in front of hundreds of people. Please contact Ally Piper for more details here or 603-879-0798.\n\nThe goal of the New England Meat Conference is to enhance the production\, processing\, and marketing of sustainable\, nutritious\, humanely-raised\, and delicious meat from New England farms and processors by providing educational and networking opportunities for meat producers\, processors\, and consumers.\n\nThe New England Meat Conference is brought to you by a Steering Committeecomposed of producers\, processors\, cooperative extension\, non-profits and state government from across the six New England States.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2014-new-england-meat-conference/
LOCATION:Grappone Conference Center\, Concord\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140307T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140219T002607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140219T002607Z
UID:9076-1394179200-1394211600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA-NY Organic Dairy & Field Crop Conference
DESCRIPTION:The conference includes workshop on business best-practices\, dairy\, and field crop production. Farmer\, author\, agri-businessman and educator\, Gary Zimmer\, will be the keynote speaker. For more information\, click here to see the brochure. Click here to register now.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-ny-organic-dairy-field-crop-conference/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn – Auburn\, NY\, 75 North Street\, Auburn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140308T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140308T163000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140204T214718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140204T214718Z
UID:8969-1394267400-1394296200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Massachusetts Urban Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Annual Massachusetts Urban Farming Conference (UFC) is designed to advance urban farming issues ranging from farming techniques and business models to climate change adaptation and food security. The UFC contributes to short-term and long-term state-wide strategic planning for a sustainable food system in Massachusetts. \nNetwork with Massachusetts’ diverse\, multi-sector stakeholders in this dynamic event that looks at current issues\, emerging practices and programs\, and markets that can contribute to Massachusetts’ urban farming sector resiliency. \nTo register for conference\, click here. \nFor vendor or general information\, contact Rose Arruda at MDAR\n \nFor sponsorship opportunities\, contact Crystal Johnson\n \nPresented by: City Growers and Urban Farming Institute\, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2nd-annual-massachusetts-urban-farming-conference/
LOCATION:Northeastern University Student Center
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140225T235027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140225T235938Z
UID:9169-1394272800-1394280000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mass Aggie Workshop: Pruning Fruit Trees\, A Hands-on Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The joy of growing fruit in the home garden is enjoying a renaissance. One of the key steps in successful fruit growing is the act of pruning the trees.This can seem daunting and complicated\, but it’s not!  Not once you understand the principles involved. Come learn how to properly prune your fruit trees from Jon Clements. Participants will have the opportunity to conduct actual pruning and gain both experience and confidence in pruning apple trees in order to produce a bountiful crop. * This workshop will be partially out of doors\, so please dress appropriately for potentially wet\, cold\, and muddy conditions. Click here for more information and to register\, this workshop is part of the UMass Agriculture and Landscape Program.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mass-aggie-workshops/
LOCATION:UMass Cold Spring Orchard\, 391 Sabin St\, Belchertown
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140314
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140219T003246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140219T010343Z
UID:9078-1394582400-1394755199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Organic Pesticide Applicator Training  for Fruit and Vegetable Growers
DESCRIPTION:Sprayer Equipment Workshop \nLearn how to calibrate backpack and tractor sprayers\, choose the best nozzle\, assess and improve spray coverage\, properly maintain equipment and much more! \nProduct Selection\, Mixing and Calculation Workshop  \nWalk through the pesticide decision making process and spray preparation with experienced Cornell University researchers. \n Classroom topics include: \nPesticide Rules\, Regulations and the Organic Grower\nNavigating the National Organic Program’s Pesticide Rules \nClick here to find out more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/organic-pesticide-applicator-training-for-fruit-and-vegetable-growers/
LOCATION:NYS Ag Experiment Station Hudson Valley Lab\, 3357 Rt. 9W\, Highland\, NY 12528
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140313
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140314
DTSTAMP:20260608T140301
CREATED:20140218T192254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140218T192315Z
UID:9062-1394668800-1394755199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:‘Grow It Here\,' 10th Annual Grain Growers Conference\, Vermont
DESCRIPTION:The conference\, hosted by the University of Vermont Cooperative Extension will be held at The Essex Resort\, Essex\, Vermont; Click here for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/grow-it-here-10th-annual-grain-growers-conference-vermont/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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