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SUMMARY:Growing Cut Flowers: Seed to Vase - SEMAP Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join SEMAP and Weatherlow Florals to learn all about managing production of specialty cut flowers. Tour the flower fields and hoophouses at Weatherlow Farms and learn the ins and outs of growing specialty cut flowers for use in floral design\, whether for weddings\, events\, or your dining room table! We’ll discuss sourcing seeds and plugs\, trialing new varieties\, harvest and post-harvest tricks for extending vase life\, and what fun flowers and foliages you might want to add to your cutting garden. \nWhen: Thursday\, June 15\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nWhere: Weatherlow Farm\, 845 Sodom Rd\, Westport\, MA \nCost:  $5 Beginning Farmer\, $15 SEMAP Members\, $20 General Public \nRegister online at semaponline.org/cutflowers
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/growing-cut-flowers-seed-to-vase-semap-workshop/
LOCATION:Weatherlow Farm\, 845 Sodom Rd\, Westport\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170602T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170602T180000
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SUMMARY:The Break Down: From Carcass to Market
DESCRIPTION:Let’s make your farm business more profitable by maximizing the yield of your carcass through smart processing choices. While acknowledging the challenges and limitations to meat processing\, there are still creative ways to meet market demand\, get customers excited about unique cuts\, and get the best value out of your animal. In this workshop we will present approaches to cutting that maximize the yields and maintain the quality of the meat. In addition\, we will discuss creative ways to market your cuts depending on your buyers including some value added ideas. As part of this workshop\, we will tour Stillman’s facilities and take a look at animal sides and quarters. \nThis workshop is in partnership with Central Mass Grown. Cost Includes handouts\, food\, and refreshments. For more information: contact Stevie at 413-665-7100 x27 or stevie@buylocalfood.org. \nCost: $10 for Local Hero & Central Mass Grown members\, $15 for non-members \n\n \n\n\n\nRegister for Workshop\n\n\nLocal Hero & Central Mass Grown members $10.00 USDNon-Members $15.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name(s) of attendees:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nAbout the presenters:\nKate Stillman\, Stillman Quality Meats\nStillman Quality Meats (SQM) is a pasture based livestock farm\, featuring a diverse mix of livestock species: cattle\, pigs\, sheep\, chickens\, turkeys\, and water fowl. SQM is spread across two separate farmsteads in Hardwick\, MA and is a vibrant and dynamic farm operation that has grown to include a poultry abattoir and on-farm processing facility to custom process all of the farm’s grass-fed and pastured meats and poultry. The farm also attends a full schedule of farmers’ markets throughout Massachusetts and features a unique CSA system that encompasses a variety of membership options to meet the needs of their customers. \nTerry Ragasa\, Sutter Meats\nTerry Ragasa has worked steadily in the butchery industry for nearly 10 years. After his apprenticeship under Joshua Applestone\, founder of Fleishers Grass-Fed and Organic Meats in Kingston\, NY\, Terry ran the butchery at Greene Grape Provisions in Fort Greene Brooklyn. There\, he overhauled the butchery program\, moving away from cutting boxed commodity meat by developing relationships with local farmers to provide meat from whole\, humanely raised carcasses. Terry then went on to help open a green grocer/restaurant/butchery concept in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan before joining forces with his wife Susan to open Sutter Meats in Northampton\, MA in January of 2014. Sutter Meats strives to support the local farming community\, sourcing whole animals from within a 30 mile radius of the storefront. Terry now splits his time between running his shop\, visiting local farms\, and chasing around his 18 month old daughter. \nFunding for this workshop is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)/National Institute of Food and Agriculture under award 2016-70017-25423\, and by individual contributors and Local Hero members. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-break-down-from-carcass-to-meat/
LOCATION:Stillman Quality Meats\, 3674 Greenwich Road\, Hardwick\, MA\, 01031\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170603
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170111T182713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T175806Z
UID:22031-1496275200-1496447999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Slow Living Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2017 Summit will cover the Entrepreneur to Table lifecycle including: how to bootstrap your business\, branding and marketing strategies\, distribution\, local sourcing\, creating and implementing a sustainable business model\, the stages of financing\, design thinking\, lean startup\, time management for innovation\, and more. \n\n\n\n\nLearn from the experiences\, challenges\, and learnings of seven emerging entrepreneurs based upon their involvement with Windham Grows Business Hatchery. \nThe interactive Summit design also includes Speed Dating for Entrepreneurs and an Idea Slam session where participants can get immediate feedback on their businesses or idea from successful entrepreneurs and investors. \nGet the tools\, resources\, mentorship and knowledge you need to start and grow your business. You don’t have to be established entrepreneur to get value out of the Summit! \nMore info
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/slow-living-summit-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Brattleboro\, Brattleboro\, VT
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170527T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170327T185233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T171912Z
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SUMMARY:43rd Annual Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Cummington Fairgrounds\n97 Fairgrounds Road\nCummington\, Massachusetts 01026 \nSchedule online. \nFair Admission:\nParking – $10 per car\, $15 for a two day pass\nNo ATM available\, please plan accordingly. \nThe Pioneer Valley Sheep Breeders Association\, the Massachusetts Federation of Sheep Associations and the Massachusetts Deptartment of Agricultural Resources will sponsor its Annual Sheep and Woolcraft Fair at the Cummington Fairgrounds in Cummington\, Mass. \nPremium money will be divided on a point system from money available. \nAll Massachusetts sheep producers and woolcraft enthusiasts are invited to participate in this event. Camping is available on the grounds for vendors and exhibitors. There is a $20 charge for campers and a $10 charge for tents. Hook-ups are first come first serve.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/43rd-annual-massachusetts-sheep-and-woolcraft-fair/
LOCATION:Cummington Fairgrounds\, 97 Fairgrounds Road\, Cummington\, MA\, 01026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170525
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170413T140933Z
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SUMMARY:3rd National Farm Viability Conference
DESCRIPTION:The National Farm Viability Conference is focused on strengthening farm sustainability\, building stronger and more resilient local food systems and supporting the long term profitability of farming and agri-entrepreneurs from start-ups to generational businesses. \n​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. It will offer attendees the opportunity to network and learn from industry leaders and other professionals in their fields\, develop new knowledge and skills and will also include tours of nearby farms and value-added processing facilities. The host committee is collaborating to draw supporters of agriculture and agribusiness from around the country for this third national educational event. \nFull conference registration fee is $255 for all activities May 22-24. One day registration fee is $150.\nRegistration will close May 7th. Full conference registration includes the following: two breakfasts\, two lunches\, one dinner\, mixer with local food and craft beverage\, refreshments during breaks\, bus tours and materials.\nDay registration will include the meals available for the particular day\, bus tours (if applicable) and materials. \nVisit website for more details.\n​ \nConference Themes:\n-Finance and Business Development\n-Accessing Capital for Growth\n-Food and Farm Marketing and Distribution\n-New and Beginning Farmers\n-Equity and Social Justice in the Food System\n-Food Safety and Risk Management\n-Succession Planning and Land Transfer\n-Program Development\, Funding and Design \nClick here for registration\, and here for workshop schedule.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/3rd-national-farm-viability-conference/
LOCATION:Albany Capital Center\, 55 Eagle Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12207\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170525
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20161219T153154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161219T153154Z
UID:21867-1495411200-1495670399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:National Farm Viability Conference
DESCRIPTION:Who?  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. \nWhat?  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. \nThis year’s conference is a collaboration between The Hudson Valley Agribusiness Development Corporation\, GrowNYC\, and The Vermont Farm & Forest Viability Program. More details coming soon!\nVisit farmviabilityconference.com for more information and to sign up for email updates.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/national-farm-viability-conference-2/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170506T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170424T131929Z
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SUMMARY:Holyoke Food Justice Conference/Holyoke Conferencia de Justicia Alimentaria
DESCRIPTION:Nuestras Raices\, Inc. would love to invite you to their Holyoke Food Justice Conference on May 6\, 2017 from 8:30am-5:00pm. \nTickets: ****We are offering 2 different ticket types: Full Price Ticket ($65) and Community Member Ticket ($0-$15 sliding scale). We ask that those who can afford to pay the full price to please do so. We do not want to exclude anyone. In an effort to account for systemic economic realities\, we are making a limited number of tickets available for Holyoke-Springfield area community members at reduced cost. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to this event! Please contact us for eligibility questions or concerns.**** \nCONFERENCE DESCRIPTION: \nHolyoke Community College (Leslie Phillips Theater)\nNuestras Raíces and Holyoke Community College are pleased to introduce the first annual Holyoke Food Justice Conference on May 6\, 2017\, at Holyoke Community College. The conference will host a diverse group of nationally-recognized food movement leaders who will share from their experiences working towards food justice and their visions for the work ahead. \nAt Nuestras Raíces\, we are continuing to advance our work of building a sustainable and equitable food system for all residents of Holyoke and beyond. Given the current political climate\, we firmly believe we must strive harder than ever to build an inclusive movement for a just\, racially equitable\, and sustainable food system: one that addresses privilege and access\, values indigenous knowledge\, and is led by\, represents\, and lifts up people of color and those from underserved communities. Inequity is present across the food chain\, manifesting through the low wages and unfair working conditions experienced by food producers and vendors\, the spread of food deserts\, and unequal food access in marginalized communities. Now is the time to reclaim our food system and advance food equity through social and political change. \nThe conference will explore the historical roots of food inequity and evaluate our current food system. We will look at policy strategy across movements working nationwide to make our food system more equitable for all. Finally\, we will share reflections on our 25 years of work at Nuestras Raíces at the intersection of food\, culture\, and urban agriculture in Holyoke\, Massachusetts. \nConference Speakers:\nLeah Penniman (Soulfire Farm)\nRicardo Salvador (Union of Concerned Scientists)\nEric Toensmeier (Food Forest Farm\, Holyoke)\nMaria Cartagena (The People’s Historian\, Holyoke)\nTwila Cassadore (San Carlos Apache Tribe)\nLiz Ogilvie (Gardening the Community)\nChristina Rice & Alyssa Chan (Harvard Food Law & Policy Clinic)\nArcenio Lopez (MICOP (Mixteco Indigena Community Organizing Project)\nJennifer Weston (Standing Rock Sioux\, UMass Boston) \n\nClick HERE for tickets and registration. \n\nESPAÑOL \nNuestras Raices\, Inc. le encantaría invitarle a Holyoke Conferencia de Justicia Alimentaria el 6 de mayo de 2017 de 8:30am-5:00pm \nBoletos: **** Ofrecemos 2 tipos de boletos diferentes: boleto de precio completo ($ 65) y el boleto de miembro de la comunidad (escala móvil de $ 0 a $ 15). Pedimos que aquellos que pueden pagar el precio completo por favor lo hagan. No queremos excluir a nadie. En un esfuerzo por dar cuenta de las realidades económicas sistémicas\, estamos haciendo un número limitado de boletos disponibles para los miembros de la comunidad del área de Holyoke-Springfield. Agradecemos su comprensión y esperamos poder darle la bienvenida a este evento! Póngase en contacto con nosotros para preguntas o inquietudes sobre la elegibilidad. \nDESCRIPCION DE LA CONFERENCIA:\nNuestras Raíces y Holyoke Community College se complacen en presentar la primera Conferencia Anual de Justicia Alimentaria de Holyoke el 6 de mayo de 2017 en Holyoke Community College. La conferencia será anfitrión de un grupo diverso de líderes de movimiento de alimentos reconocidos a nivel nacional que compartirán de sus experiencias trabajando hacia la justicia alimentaria y sus visiones para el trabajo por delante. \nEn Nuestras Raíces\, continuamos avanzando nuestro trabajo de construir un sistema de alimentos sostenible y equitativo para todos los residentes de Holyoke y más allá. Dado el clima político actual\, creemos firmemente que debemos esforzarnos más que nunca para construir un movimiento inclusivo por un sistema alimentario justo\, racialmente equitativo y sostenible: uno que aborda el privilegio y el acceso\, valora el conocimiento indígena y está liderado por\, representantes\, Y eleva a las personas de color y las de las comunidades desatendidas. La desigualdad está presente en toda la cadena alimentaria\, manifestándose a través de los bajos salarios y las condiciones de trabajo injustas experimentadas por los productores y vendedores de alimentos\, la propagación de los desiertos alimentarios y el acceso desigual a los alimentos en las comunidades marginadas. Ahora es el momento de reclamar nuestro sistema alimentario y promover la equidad alimentaria a través del cambio social y político.\nLa conferencia explorará las raíces históricas de la inequidad alimentaria y evaluará nuestro sistema alimentario actual. Examinaremos la estrategia de políticas a través de los movimientos que trabajan a nivel nacional para hacer que nuestro sistema de alimentos sea más equitativo para todos. Finalmente\, compartiremos reflexiones sobre nuestros 25 años de trabajo en Nuestras Raíces en la intersección de la comida\, la cultura y la agricultura urbana en Holyoke\, Massachusetts.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/holyoke-food-justice-conferenceholyoke-conferencia-de-justicia-alimentaria/
LOCATION:Holyoke Community College\, 303 Homestead Avenue\, Holyoke
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170429T130000
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SUMMARY:SNAP Retailer Sign-Up Event at Mass Farmers' Markets Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) and the Mass Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) are hosting a SNAP retailer sign-up day to get you ready to accept SNAP benefits (formerly food stamps) at your farm stand\, farmers’ market booth\, and through your CSA program. USDA\, DTA and MDAR staff will be on site to assist you with your application and answer questions. \n\nAt this drop-in information session you can get your farm authorized for SNAP and receive your USDA FNS number the very same day. \nPlease bring copies of the following documents from all principal business owners\, which will be attached to your application: \n\n\nPicture ID (driver’s license or passport).\nSocial Security Card (or other official document with your name and SSN\, ex: a past year’s tax return).\nCopy of voided check for bank account you will use to deposit funds\n\nA copy of your most recent tax return is useful as well\, but will not be collected with your application. \nNon-profit and government owned/operated farms and farmers’ markets require some additional documentation – find more information here. \nYou’ll also have a chance to learn about grant opportunities to cover costs associated with getting an EBT reader for use at your farm stand and/or farmers’ market booth. \nFor more info\, contact: \nFrank Martinez Nocito Department of Transitional Assistance\,  413.772.3411 or frank.martineznocito@state.ma.us\nAbby Getman Department of Transitional Assistance\,  413.772.3449 or abby.getman@state.ma.us\nDavid Webber Department of Agricultural Resources\, 617.626.1754 or david.webber@state.ma.us
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/snap-retailer-sign-up-event-at-mass-farmers-markets-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Waltham Fields Community Farm\, 240 Beaver Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170430
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170315T193920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170315T193928Z
UID:22787-1493337600-1493510399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2017 New England Meat Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow farmers\, processors\, butchers\, value-added producers and chefs at this year’s New England Meat Conference. 2017 marks the third conference in what will be the industry event of the year for our region. Check out who among your peers will be sharing their work in sustainable and local meat production. Participants will explore how they can grow the New England meat economy\, continue developing robust infrastructure and foster business relationships. With over 25 educational sessions\, hands-on workshops\, and the illustrious Meat Ball\, you will have many opportunities to learn from and network among local and national leaders. \n*Groups of 3 or more are eligible for a 25% discount off ticket prices. Please contact Erin Allgood at info@newenglandmeatconference.org in order to receive this discount.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2017-new-england-meat-conference/
LOCATION:Radisson Hotel (Manchester NH)\, 700 Elm Street\, Manchester\, NH\, 03101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170427T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170413T211840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170417T175112Z
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SUMMARY:SNAP Retailer Sign-Up Event
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) and the Mass Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) are hosting a SNAP retailer sign-up day to get you ready to accept SNAP benefits (formerly food stamps) at your farm stand\, farmers’ market booth\, and through your CSA program. USDA\, DTA and MDAR staff will be on site to assist you with your application and answer questions. \n\nAt this drop-in information session you can get your farm authorized for SNAP and receive your USDA FNS number the very same day. \nPlease bring copies of the following documents from all principal business owners\, which will be attached to your application: \n\n\nPicture ID (driver’s license or passport).\nSocial Security Card (or other official document with your name and SSN\, ex: a past year’s tax return).\nCopy of voided check for bank account you will use to deposit funds\n\nA copy of your most recent tax return is useful as well\, but will not be collected with your application. \nNon-profit and government owned/operated farms and farmers’ markets require some additional documentation – find more information here. \nYou’ll also have a chance to learn about grant opportunities to cover costs associated with getting an EBT reader for use at your farm stand and/or farmers’ market booth. \nFor more info\, contact: \nFrank Martinez Nocito Department of Transitional Assistance\,  413.772.3411 or frank.martineznocito@state.ma.us\nAbby Getman Department of Transitional Assistance\,  413.772.3449 or abby.getman@state.ma.us\nDavid Webber Department of Agricultural Resources\, 617.626.1754 or david.webber@state.ma.us
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/snap-retailer-sign-up-event-3/
LOCATION:Taunton YMCA\, 71 Cohannet Street\, Taunton\, MA\, 02780\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170426T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170330T193035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170417T175107Z
UID:23029-1493204400-1493222400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:SNAP Retailer Sign-Up Day
DESCRIPTION:CISA\, in partnership with the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) and the Mass Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR)\, is hosting a SNAP retailer sign-up day to get you ready to accept SNAP benefits (formerly food stamps) at your farm stand\, farmers’ market booth\, and through your CSA program. USDA\, DTA and MDAR staff will be on site to assist you with your application and answer questions. \n\nAt this drop-in information session you can get your farm authorized for SNAP and receive your USDA FNS number the very same day. \n\n\nPlease bring copies of the following documents from all principal business owners\, which will be attached to your application:\n\nPicture ID (driver’s license or passport).\nSocial Security Card (or other official document with your name and SSN\, ex: a past year’s tax return).\nCopy of voided check for bank account you will use to deposit funds\n\n\nA copy of your most recent tax return is useful as well\, but will not be collected with your application. \nNon-profit and government owned/operated farms and farmers’ markets require some additional documentation – find more information here. \nYou’ll also have a chance to learn about grant opportunities to cover costs associated with getting an EBT reader for use at your farm stand and/or farmers’ market booth. \nHelp spread the word! This event is open to ANY Massachusetts farmer\, not just Local Hero members – so invite anyone you know who may be interested! \nPlease RSVP by Tuesday\, April 25. Email Innocent or call 413-665-7100.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/23029/
LOCATION:Northampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz St\, Northampton\, MA\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170425T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170425T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170412T200605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170412T201314Z
UID:23152-1493109000-1493139600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Produce Safety Alliance Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is for fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety and the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. Participants will learn about produce safety best practices\, key parts of the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirements\, and how these requirements will be enforced in MA through MDAR’s Commonwealth Quality Program (CQP). \nThe PSA Grower Training Course is one way to satisfy the FSMA Produce Safety Rule requirement outlined in § 112.22(c) that requires ‘At least one supervisor or responsible party for your farm must have successfully completed food safety training at least equivalent to that received under standardized curriculum recognized as adequate by the Food and Drug Administration’. \nCourse will be led by: Lisa McKeag\, UMass Extension Educator & Michael Botelho\, MDAR Commonwealth Quality Program Director \nCost is $35: Price includes the required PSA Grower Manual ($50 value)\, a Certificate of Course attendance from AFDO ($35 value)\, Certificate of attendance from UMass/MDAR and food \nTo register: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/?eventid=1982371. \nHave questions? Contact Stevie at 413-665-7100 or stevie@buylocalfood.org \nCISA is an equal opportunity provider. This program is supported by funds from Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grant no. 2016-70020-25788 from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture and the Specialty Crop Block Grant at the U.S. Department of Agriculture through grant no.USDA-AMS-SCBGP-2016. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/produce-safety-alliance-training/
LOCATION:Hadley Farms Meeting House\, 41 Russell Street\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170424T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170424T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170413T211615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170417T175101Z
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SUMMARY:SNAP Retailer Sign-Up Event
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) and the Mass Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) are hosting a SNAP retailer sign-up day to get you ready to accept SNAP benefits (formerly food stamps) at your farm stand\, farmers’ market booth\, and through your CSA program. USDA\, DTA and MDAR staff will be on site to assist you with your application and answer questions. \n\nAt this drop-in information session you can get your farm authorized for SNAP and receive your USDA FNS number the very same day. \nPlease bring copies of the following documents from all principal business owners\, which will be attached to your application: \n\n\nPicture ID (driver’s license or passport).\nSocial Security Card (or other official document with your name and SSN\, ex: a past year’s tax return).\nCopy of voided check for bank account you will use to deposit funds\n\nA copy of your most recent tax return is useful as well\, but will not be collected with your application. \nNon-profit and government owned/operated farms and farmers’ markets require some additional documentation – find more information here. \nYou’ll also have a chance to learn about grant opportunities to cover costs associated with getting an EBT reader for use at your farm stand and/or farmers’ market booth. \nFor more info\, contact: \nFrank Martinez Nocito Department of Transitional Assistance\,  413.772.3411 or frank.martineznocito@state.ma.us\nAbby Getman Department of Transitional Assistance\,  413.772.3449 or abby.getman@state.ma.us\nDavid Webber Department of Agricultural Resources\, 617.626.1754 or david.webber@state.ma.us
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/snap-retailer-sign-up-event-2/
LOCATION:Nashoba Valley Winery\, 100 Wattaquadock Hill Road\, Bolton\, MA\, 01740\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170306T204623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170306T204623Z
UID:22680-1492768800-1495198800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The GARDEN Project: Food Preservation & Storage Class
DESCRIPTION:The GARDEN Project 2017 is a partnership among Greenfield Community College\, Montague Catholic Social Ministries\, NELCWIT\, and Seeds of Solidarity through a grant from the Women’s Fund of WMass. Instructors of the four courses that comprise the program seek to create an engaging\, inclusive setting with trauma-informed teaching. This is the 3rd year of this successful program and it will be located in Orange Center\, so North Quabbin women are especially encouraged\, but feel free to share with women throughout Franklin County. Women must take all four courses- these form the whole experience. Women who complete the program are then eligible for a free Serv-Safe course in Spanish or English! \nFood Preservation & Storage: Fridays\, 10-1:00 4/21 through 5/19  \nClick here for more information about the Project\, and other classes! \nFor more information or to apply to the program\, contact Christine at the Women’s Center at MCSM (413) 863-4804 x1003 or email christine@mcsmcommunity.org\, or Donna at NELCWIT (413) 772-0871 x108 or email donna@nelcwit.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-garden-project-food-preservation-storage-class/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170420T133000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170413T142434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T142434Z
UID:23186-1492687800-1492695000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CSA Sign-Up Extravaganza at Green Fields Market!
DESCRIPTION:CSA Sign-Up Extravaganza at Green Fields Market!\nMarket your CSA to the patrons of Green Fields Market on Thursday\, April 20 during the co-op’s Earth Week celebrations. All CSA farms serving Franklin County are welcome to come table from 11:30am-1:30pm. \nPlease RSVP to Sarah Kanabay (sarah.kanabay@franklincommunity.coop). If you are not able to be there\, you are welcome to drop of marketing materials to Sarah\, and Just Roots will be happy to share your CSA information at their table. (If rain\, relocate to 170 Main St and the hours will shift to 2-4pm).
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/csa-sign-up-extravaganza-at-green-fields-market/
LOCATION:Green Fields Market\, 144 Main Street\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170420T143000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170413T211131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170417T175056Z
UID:23199-1492678800-1492698600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:SNAP Retailer Sign-Up Event
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) and the Mass Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) are hosting a SNAP retailer sign-up day to get you ready to accept SNAP benefits (formerly food stamps) at your farm stand\, farmers’ market booth\, and through your CSA program. USDA\, DTA and MDAR staff will be on site to assist you with your application and answer questions. \n\nAt this drop-in information session you can get your farm authorized for SNAP and receive your USDA FNS number the very same day. \nPlease bring copies of the following documents from all principal business owners\, which will be attached to your application: \n\n\nPicture ID (driver’s license or passport).\nSocial Security Card (or other official document with your name and SSN\, ex: a past year’s tax return).\nCopy of voided check for bank account you will use to deposit funds\n\nA copy of your most recent tax return is useful as well\, but will not be collected with your application. \nNon-profit and government owned/operated farms and farmers’ markets require some additional documentation – find more information here. \nYou’ll also have a chance to learn about grant opportunities to cover costs associated with getting an EBT reader for use at your farm stand and/or farmers’ market booth. \nFor more info\, contact: \nFrank Martinez Nocito Department of Transitional Assistance\,  413.772.3411 or frank.martineznocito@state.ma.us\nAbby Getman Department of Transitional Assistance\,  413.772.3449 or abby.getman@state.ma.us\nDavid Webber Department of Agricultural Resources\, 617.626.1754 or david.webber@state.ma.us
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/snap-retailer-sign-up-event/
LOCATION:Topsfield Fairgrounds\, 207 Boston Street\, Topsfield\, MA\, 01983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170306T204404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170306T204404Z
UID:22678-1492509600-1494939600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The GARDEN Project: Organic Gardening Class
DESCRIPTION:The GARDEN Project 2017 is a partnership among Greenfield Community College\, Montague Catholic Social Ministries\, NELCWIT\, and Seeds of Solidarity through a grant from the Women’s Fund of WMass. Instructors of the four courses that comprise the program seek to create an engaging\, inclusive setting with trauma-informed teaching. This is the 3rd year of this successful program and it will be located in Orange Center\, so North Quabbin women are especially encouraged\, but feel free to share with women throughout Franklin County. Women must take all four courses- these form the whole experience. Women who complete the program are then eligible for a free Serv-Safe course in Spanish or English! \nOrganic Gardening: Tuesdays\, 10-1:00 4/18 through 5/16 \nClick here for more information about the Project\, and other classes! \nFor more information or to apply to the program\, contact Christine at the Women’s Center at MCSM (413) 863-4804 x1003 or email christine@mcsmcommunity.org\, or Donna at NELCWIT (413) 772-0871 x108 or email donna@nelcwit.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-garden-project-organic-gardening-class/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170417T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170331T175100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170406T183706Z
UID:23035-1492448400-1492459200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Spring Farmer/Buyer Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:The snow is melting and CISA invites you to come make fresh connections and build new relationships. This networking event is all about showing off your goods and offering prepared samples of your products — anything from meats and cheeses to spreads\, beverages\, and sliced produce. Buyers\, bring your shopping list! Each attendee will have time for a two minute self-introduction before opening things up to sampling and schmoozing. Come hungry and bring an edible “conversation starter” to share with everyone – potluck style!\nRSVP by Wednesday\, April 12 to Aja or call 413-665-7100\, ext. 24. \nThis event is open to Local Hero farmers\, and to any business interested in buying local farm products. \nMonday\, April 17th\, 5:00-8:00pm\nReal Pickles\n311 Wells Street\, Greenfield
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spring-farmerbuyer-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Real Pickles\, 311 Wells St. \, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170323T140222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170323T140222Z
UID:22900-1492250400-1492261200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Edible Landscaping with Fruit - Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will explore how fruit can be incorporated into an edible landscape setting. We’ll talk about common fruit like strawberries and blueberries and also more unusual fruit like Aronia and Lingonberries. Participants will learn what these plants can contribute to a home landscape and what it takes to grow them successfully. The end of the class we will tour the UMass Permaculture Garden. \nLed by Ms. Sonia Schloemann. \nTo register\, click here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/edible-landscaping-with-fruit-workshop/
LOCATION:French Hall\, UMass\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170413T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170413T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170403T204859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170413T204934Z
UID:23053-1492104600-1492115400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Value-Added: Scaling Up & Marketing your Product
DESCRIPTION:April 13\, 5:30-8:30pm\nNorthampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz Street \nGet tips on marketing your value-added product and refining your business model to meet your long-term goals. A panel of producers — including Jessica Tudryn Wisniewski of Relish the Harvest\, Nicole Blum of Carr’s Ciderhouse\, and Maddie Elling of Hosta Hill — will share how they branded their products\, evaluated and developed markets\, set goals\, arrived at their current marketing plan\, and faced challenges and successes along the way. \nDinner will be served. Cost is $15 to attend just this workshop\, or $25 to attend both value-added workshops. RSVP by April 10th to Kristen at 413-665-7100\, ext. 12. \n \nCISA’s technical assistance offerings are supported in part by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, Farm Service Agency\, under Federal Award Identification Number FA-MA-6-007\, and by individual contributions and Local Hero members. The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/value-added-scaling-up-marketing-your-product/
LOCATION:Northampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz St\, Northampton\, MA\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170411T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170403T204632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170407T133037Z
UID:23050-1491931800-1491942600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Value-Added: Turning your Ideas into Action!
DESCRIPTION:April 11\, 5:30-8:30pm\nNorthampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz Street \nLearn what it takes to launch a new value-added product\, and get inspiration from seasoned producers. Joanna Benoit from the Western MA Food Processing Center will discuss key product considerations\, regulations\, and start-up costs\, and a panel of producers — including Joan Walker of Walker Farm at Whortleberry Hill\, Abe Hunrichs of Hosta Hill\, and J. P. Welch of Justamere Tree Farm — will share their experiences assessing opportunities\, refining recipes\, getting funding\, developing infrastructure\, and more. \nDinner will be served. Local Hero member cost is $15 to attend just one workshop\, or $25 to attend both. RSVP by April 10th to Kristen at 413-665-7100\, ext. 12. \n \nCISA’s technical assistance offerings are supported in part by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, Farm Service Agency\, under Federal Award Identification Number FA-MA-6-007\, and by individual contributions and Local Hero members. The contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/value-added-turning-your-ideas-into-action/
LOCATION:Northampton Senior Center\, 67 Conz St\, Northampton\, MA\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170408T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170408T153000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170320T133302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170320T133302Z
UID:22826-1491660000-1491665400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmers Organize Small Business Owners’ Meeting on Immigration
DESCRIPTION:A meeting of small business owners concerned about the impact of current immigration policies on their livelihoods and on their workers will take place on April 8th in Hadley\, MA. Employers who want to join in speaking out on this issue are encouraged to attend. Discuss your concerns with other farmers and business owners\, learn about current policy and how it could affect your business\, and reach out to your legislators. Contact Wally Czajkowski or Michael Docter for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmers-organize-small-business-owners-meeting-on-immigration/
LOCATION:Plainville Farm\, 135 Mount Warner Rd\, Hadley\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170408T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170323T135643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170323T135643Z
UID:22898-1491656400-1491663600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Home Orchard Pest Management - A Handson Workshop
DESCRIPTION:One of the most challenging thing about growing your own fruit is knowing how to identify the insect pests and diseases that might afflict them. Learn the basics of pest and disease identification and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in the home orchard. Hands-on\,\nscouting\, monitoring\, placement of traps\, etc. will be covered. \nLed by Dr. Dan Cooley and Mr. Jon Clements. \nTo register\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/home-orchard-pest-management-a-handson-workshop/
LOCATION:Dowse Orchards\, 98 North Main Street\, Sherborn\, MA\, 01770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170408T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170323T135331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170323T135331Z
UID:22895-1491645600-1491652800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Home Orchard Establishment & Basics - A Hands-on Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Horticultural topics covered will be the basics of planting fruit trees\, including site selection\, choice of variety and rootstock\, planting best practices\, tree training and pruning\, fertilization and ongoing fruit tree care. (In-depth pest management will be covered in the afternoon session.) If weather permits\, there will be a hands-on demonstration of planting fruit trees at Dowse Orchards. \nLed by Dr. Dan Cooley and Mr. Jon Clements. \nTo register\, click here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/home-orchard-establishment-basics-a-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:Dowse Orchards\, 98 North Main Street\, Sherborn\, MA\, 01770\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170406T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170406T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170306T224011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170306T224011Z
UID:22699-1491483600-1491487200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Record-Keeping Strategies for Organic Certification
DESCRIPTION:Record-Keeping Strategies for Organic Certification Webinar \nThis online webinar will cover all you need to know about farm record-keeping for organic certification. Specific topics include simplifying records on your farm for efficiency and organic certification requirements as well as compost production records needed to gain approval for use on certified organic farms. \nDate: Thursday April 6th\nTime: 1:00pm – 2:00pm\nLocation: Online\nCost: FREE \nRegistration required\, reserve your seat now! Click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-record-keeping-strategies-for-organic-certification/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170404T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170404T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20161201T160743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170321T174136Z
UID:21727-1491325200-1491337800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New Date: CISA Winter Workshop Series: Land Tenure — Alternatives to Ownership and Negotiating a Lease
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explore the alternatives to land ownership and the advantages and challenges to these specific arrangements. Learn how to negotiate and craft lease agreements and build good relationships with all stakeholders as business people and land stewards. We will also discuss where to find additional support based on your specific land needs and situations. \nPresenters: Rachel Murray and Kathy Ruhf – Land For Good \nThis is the last in our eight session Winter Workshop series\, Mapping Out Your Farm’s Future: Settings Goals for the Success and Sustainability of Your Farm \n\n \n\n\n\nRegister for Workshop\n\n\nApril 4\, 2017: LH Member $15.00 USDApril 4\, 2017: non-LH Memeber $18.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name(s) of attendees:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nThe full series:\nCISA invites you to join our eight-workshop series on Mapping Out Your Farm’s Future: Settings Goals for the Success and Sustainability of Your Farm beginning January 2017. In order to draw a map of the future of your farm\, you need a solid foundation with which to review your past and assess your present. This workshop series will support farm owners and operators in decision making for realistic long-term financial\, operational\, marketing\, and personal goals. Examples in the workshops will be farm related\, but the skills and methodology will be relevant to all businesses. \nParticipation in the whole series is encouraged. You will be eligible for a one-on-one consultation by attending one Business Plan workshop. Attending three workshops gives you the eligibility for an additional one-on-one consultation related to the topic of any workshop being held. Dinner will be served at each session. The cost to attend the series is $90 for Local Hero members\, or $15 for each individual workshop. The non-member fee is $110 for the series\, or $18 for each individual workshop. Register below or contact Stevie Schafenacker at stevie@buylocalfood.org or (413) 665-7100 x27. If cost is a barrier to your participation\, please feel free to contact Stevie to discuss options as we want everyone to be able to get the training they need to effectively operate their business. Scholarships may be available. \nThe first half hour of each workshop will be for food and socializing. Workshops will begin promptly thereafter. \nFunding for CISA’s “The Crossroads: Mapping Out Your Farm’s Future” is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)\, Farm Service Agency under Federal Award Identification No. USDA-FA-MA-6-007\, USDA/National Institute of Food and Agriculture under award 2016-70017-25423\, USDA Agricultural Marketing Service through grant 16FMPPMA0002 and by individual contributors and Local Hero members. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/land-tenure-alternatives-to-ownership-and-negotiating-a-lease/
LOCATION:Holyoke Community College Kittredge Center\, Room 303\, 303 Homestead Ave\, Holoyke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170403T110000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170316T200931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T152207Z
UID:22806-1491213600-1491217200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Incentives Program - Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, who will be holding several informational webinars over the coming weeks\, so you can learn more about the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP)\, how your business may benefit from participating\, and get answers to questions about the new benefit program. \nRegister here \nInformational webinar for the Healthy Incentives Program for farmers and market managers. \nJoin the meeting: https://join.me/944-424-554 \nOn a computer\, use any browser. Nothing to download.\nOn a phone or tablet\, launch the join.me app and enter meeting code: 944-424-554 \nJoin the audio conference:\nDial a phone number and enter access code\, or connect via internet. \nBy phone:\nUnited States – Hartford\, CT +1.860.970.0010\nAccess Code 944-424-554# \nBy computer via internet:\nJoin the meeting\, click the phone icon and select ‘Call via internet’. A small download might be required.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/healthy-incentives-program-informational-webinar-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170329T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170316T200330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T152444Z
UID:22805-1490799600-1490803200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Incentives Program - Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, who will be holding several informational webinars over the coming weeks\, so you can learn more about the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP)\, how your business may benefit from participating\, and get answers to questions about the new benefit program. \nRegister here \nInformational webinar for Healthy Incentives Program for farmers and market managers. \nAlso available on April 3 at 10am \nJoin the meeting: https://join.me/923-869-603 \nOn a computer\, use any browser. Nothing to download.\nOn a phone or tablet\, launch the join.me app and enter meeting code: 923-869-603 \nJoin the audio conference:\nDial a phone number and enter access code\, or connect via internet. \nBy phone:\nUnited States – Hartford\, CT +1.860.970.0010\nAccess Code 923-869-603# \nBy computer via internet:\nJoin the meeting\, click the phone icon and select ‘Call via internet’. A small download might be required.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/healthy-incentives-program-informational-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170330
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170213T230916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170214T221212Z
UID:22342-1490745600-1490831999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2017 Farm Share Fair
DESCRIPTION:Farm Share Fair 2017 is now accepting vendor and sponsor applications for farms and food companies. The Farm Share Fair is the Boston area’s direct-to-consumer marketing event for food producers across Massachusetts. Consumers want to meet their farmers and have the opportunity to compare options. Vendors – get to know your target market one-on-one\, and have the opportunity to sell your CSA\, Farm Share or Home Delivery programs\, or sell your food product to a great Boston foodie crowd.  On-site sampling\, and food or product sales welcome! This annual event draws over 500 participants\, and will be held at THE ARMORY on March 29\, 2017.   Sign up now – vendor space is limited! Sponsorship visibility opportunities available. \nVENDOR AND SPONSOR APPLICATIONS for 2017 FARM SHARE FAIR \nFarm Share Fair 2017\nWednesday\, March 29th\nThe Armory\n191 Highland Ave\nSomerville\, MA 02143\nwww.farmsharefair.com \nCLICK HERE to sign up.  \nQuestions? This event is produced by Mindy Harris Communications.  Email mindy@mindyharriscommunications.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2017-farm-share-fair/
LOCATION:The Armory\, 191 Highland Ave\, Somerville\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170327T110000
DTSTAMP:20260512T080511
CREATED:20170316T195956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T153044Z
UID:22804-1490608800-1490612400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Incentives Program - Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Department of Transitional Assistance and the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, who will be holding several informational webinars over the coming weeks\, so you can learn more about the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP)\, how your business may benefit from participating\, and get answers to questions about the new benefit program. \nRegister here \nInformational webinar for the Healthy Incentives Program for farmers and market managers. \nOther upcoming opportunities:\nMarch 29 at 3pm\nApril 3 at 10am \nJoin the meeting: https://join.me/837-384-222 \nOn a computer\, use any browser. Nothing to download.\nOn a phone or tablet\, launch the join.me app and enter meeting code: 837-384-222 \nJoin the audio conference:\nDial a phone number and enter access code\, or connect via internet. \nBy phone:\nUnited States – Hartford\, CT +1.860.970.0010\nAccess Code 837-384-222# \nBy computer via internet:\nJoin the meeting\, click the phone icon and select ‘Call via internet’. A small download might be required.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/healthy-incentives-program-informational-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR