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SUMMARY:Winter Farm Law Education Series: Sales 2 - Contracts for Planning Ahead of Production
DESCRIPTION:Some of the strongest\, most resilient farm businesses sell all their product before they drop a single seed in the ground. Does contracting for sales ahead of your production sound good to you? Attend this tutorial to learn the legal ins and outs of these relationships. We will explore the unique sales arrangements farmers are creating such as selling their labor or services\, as well as participating in priority systems for sales. These new structures require a new type of contract. In this tutorial\, we will go through the process of developing a contract for production services and how to build strong sales relationships that fall outside of the traditional buyer-seller format. \nRegister for the tutorial now!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/winter-farm-law-education-series-sales-2-contracts-for-planning-ahead-of-production/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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SUMMARY:SBN's Local Food Trade Shows
DESCRIPTION:The Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts (SBN) is offering our 5th Local Food Trade Shows. The 2016 Local Food Trade Shows are designed to facilitate connections and stimulate business relationships between producers and wholesale buyers of local food\, with a focus on specialty crop food products in Massachusetts. \nLocal Specialty Crop Trade Show \nExhibitors will include New England based farmers\, produce distributors and local specialty crop producers (products made with 50% or more specialty crops also qualify). Please view the USDA definition of specialty crops here. This Trade Show is sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources. Exhibition booths are free for specialty crop farmers and other specialty crop producers. \nLocal Food Trade Show\nThis trade show is open to all non-specialty crop food producers including meat and dairy farms\, fisheries\, baked goods and other added value producers. Exhibition booths are $125.00. *$25 Discount for SBN Members\nThe Specialty Crop Trade Show is made possible by a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MassGrown). \nWho should attend? Any wholesale buyers\, who are interested in purchasing Massachusetts or New England-produced food items. These buyers can be supermarkets\, co-ops\, restaurants\, hotels\, institutions\, schools\, food processors in search of ingredients\, distributors\, or anyone else interested in local purchasing options.*This event is intended for commercial buyers\, not individual consumers.* \nGetting There: The SBN Local Food Trade Show will take place in the Curry Student Center of Northeastern University. The building is located on the Main Campus. There are two visitor parking garages on the Northeastern University campus. \nFor more information and to register visit www.bostonlocalfood.com/our-events/buy-local-trade-show/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/sbns-local-food-trade-shows/
LOCATION:Northeastern University Student Center
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160309
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160311
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SUMMARY:2016 Ecological Landscape Alliance Conference
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in a two-day exploration of ecological concepts that support living landscapes!\nOur 2016 Annual Conference brings together well-known experts for a lively exchange of information and experiences and exhibitors showcase the newest ecological products and services at the Eco-Marketplace. On Wednesday\, choose from two daylong Focus Sessions: An in-depth look at protecting and building soils and how to incorporate permaculture principles into the conventional landscape. Thursday’s topics include restoring the urban forest\, the best use of native cultivars\, designing with plant communities\, and the latest in energy efficient technology to light up your landscape. Join us as we look at strategies to create and maintain healthy ecosystems. \nMarch 9th \nTwo Focus Sessions\, Keynote Lunch\, and Keynote Dinner\nBuilding and Managing Soils from the Top Down \nSoil supports plants\, and in turn\, plants and organic matter are essential to protecting and building soil. As designers and managers of the land\, we need to understand these individual components as well as how they function as part of a larger system. Our speakers will share strategies for remediating compromised soils and stabilizing slopes\, discuss plant design and selection for poor soil conditions\, and illustrate ways to support the natural cycling of nutrients and water. Join us for a comprehensive look at how our designs and landscape practices can provide maximum protection and restoration of soil. \nPermaculture Applied to Conventional Landscapes \nAs stewards of the land\, we need to ask ourselves how we can improve on traditional practices to ensure that the landscapes we create and manage are more resilient against pests\, diseases\, and climate changes. As resources become scarcer\, we need to ask how we can reduce our dependence on inputs and maintenance. Permaculture\, based on mimicking natural processes\, offers some solutions. Presenters for this session will introduce principles and practices of permaculture\, demonstrate how these techniques can be incorporated into conventional landscapes\, and show examples of successful application in the traditional landscape settings. \nKeynote Luncheon\, Philip Korman 12:30-2:00pm \nGrowing Local\, Buying Local: Community Support Makes a Difference!\nCommunity support can make a difference! Mr. Korman will discuss how Community Involved In Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) has changed the local farming and food economy. He will show what is unique to Western Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley and what others have done to inspire local farming. \nPhilip Korman is the Executive Director of Community Involved In Sustaining Agriculture (CISA). Started in 1993\, CISA is the longest running “buy local” organization in the nation. Their mission is to strengthen local agriculture by building connections between farmers and the community. \nKeynote Dinner\, Tradd Cotter 6:30-8:30pm \nMycoremediation: Healing Compromised Ecosystems with Fungi\nMany species of fungi sweat powerful enzymes capable of molecular disassembly of complex molecules such as hydrocarbons and pesticides. A few species of fungi are also well adapted to filter\, stun and destroy pathogenic bacteria. Learn how fungi perform these tasks and how to develop a filtration system that is customized to fit your needs. Mr. Cotter will focus on biomass expansion\, site engineering\, and species of fungi that can be used for mycoremediation projects. He will also discuss using fungi for pest management\, habitat restoration\, and how to incorporate fungi into bioswales to capture pollutants from site runoff. \nTradd Cotter is a microbiologist\, professional mycologist\, and author of Organic Mushroom Farming and Mycoremediation\, a best-selling mushroom cultivation guide. In 1996 he founded Mushroom Mountain\, focusing his interests on the use of native plants and fungi to create urban ecosystems that are more functional and compatible with the local plant and wildlife communities. He currently maintains more than 200 species of fungi for food production\, for mycoremediation of environmental pollutants\, and as natural alternatives to chemical pesticides. Mr. Cotter’s current research focuses on the development of target-specific mycopesticides that could replace conventional chemical products for agriculture. \nMarch 10th \nOne Demonstration\, Eight Sessions\, Plus Four Idea Exchange Panel Discussions\nDemonstration \n\nLandscape Lighting Demonstration\nLukas Sturm – Lumen Studio\, Inc.\n\nSessions \n\nLight Up Your Landscape\nLukas Sturm – Lumen Studio\, Inc.\nTree Filter Systems for Stormwater Management\nPaul Iorio – StormTree\nDesigning with Plant Communities in Mind\nClaudia West – North Creek Nurseries\nRestoring the Urban Forest\nMatthew Stephens – New York City Parks\nCreating an Urban Refuge: Mt. Auburn’s Wildlife Action Plan\nPaul Kwiatkowski – Mount Auburn Cemetery\nWhat Role Do Native Cultivars Have in an Ecological Landscape?\nKeith Nevison – Fellow in the Longwood Gardens Graduate Program in Public Horticulture\nCreating Ecological Landscapes in Maine: Challenges & Opportunities\nArek Galle – BETA Group\, Inc.\nEmily Goodwin – Back Meadow Farm\nNative Shrubs up to the Challenge\nDr. Jessica Lubell – UConn\n\nIdea Exchange Panels \n\nManaging Challenging Landscapes: Tips from the Experts\nRuss Hopping – Trustees of Reservations\nAnthony Ruggiero – Greenway Conservancy\nTheresa Sprague – BlueFlax Design\nELA Moderator: Sue Storer – Horticultural Services\nCost-effective Landscape Management Strategies\nBenjamin Crouch – Land of Plenty Gardens\nNate McCullin – LaFrance Hospitality Company\nMark Richardson – New England Wild Flower Society\nELA Moderator:  Dan Jaffe – New England Wild Flower Society\nBattling the Bugs: Strategies for Insect Management\nCarl Brodeur – Arborcare with Ropes ‘n Saddles\nJennifer Forman Orth\, PhD – Mass. Dept. of Agricultural Resources\nJoe Magazzi – Green Earth Ag & Turf\nELA Moderator: Rebecca McMackin– Brooklyn Bridge Park\nBuying Quality Nursery Stock: Asking the Right Questions\nDavid Anderson –Hartney Gremont \nJohn Kinchila – Amherst Nurseries\nNave Strauss– New York City Parks\nELA Moderator: Chris Roddick – Brooklyn Botanic Garden
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2016-ecological-landscape-alliance-conference/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160309T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160309T203000
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SUMMARY:CISA Winter Workshop Series: Business Decisions You Can Live With
DESCRIPTION:CISA will hold a ten-workshop series on Reducing Risk & Increasing Profitability with Sound Decision Making starting in January 2016. These workshops will provide tools for and examples of building decision making into the cycles of farm life to improve long-term profitability and sustainability. Participation in the whole series is encouraged\, and to be eligible for free one-on-one consultative support\, you must attend three workshops and be a cohort meeting participant. Dinner will be served at each session.  The cost to attend the series is $90 for Local Hero members\, or $18 for each individual workshop. The non-member fee is $110 for the series\, or $20 for each individual workshop. Contact Devon Whitney-Deal or call (413) 665-7100 x22 with any questions or register below. If cost is a barrier to your participation please feel free to contact Devon to discuss options as we want everyone to be able to get the training they need to effectively operate their business. \nWhen farms assess new enterprises\, investments\, markets\, or products\, they need to consider many factors\, including how the new activity will impact personnel needs\, family life\, seasonal schedule\, and existing enterprises. In addition\, farmers also need to assess and plan for new risks that may arise as a result of the new activity. This workshop will discuss the broader context of business decision-making and include a panel of farmers\, Wally Czajkowski– Plainville Farm\, Allison Landale– The Bars Farm\, and Sorrel Hatch– Upinngil Farm\, that have extensive experience making a great number of business decisions throughout their years of operation. They will share the broad implications of business decisions they have made\, giving participants examples of how they identified and weighted risks\, challenges\, and opportunities on their farm. \nLocal Hero member- $90Non-Local Hero member- $110   \n  \nLocal Hero member- $18Non-Local Hero member- $20  \n   \n\n \n\n\nFunding for CISA’s Reducing Risk & Increasing Profitability with Sound Decision Making Series is provided by the Northeast Center for Risk Management Education and by individual contributors and Local Hero members. This series is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/business-decisions-you-can-live-with/
LOCATION:Kittredge Center\, Holyoke Community College\, 303 Homestead Avenue\, Holyoke\, MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160312T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160312T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20151223T195716Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Massachusetts Urban Farming Conference
DESCRIPTION:The annual Massachusetts Urban Farming Conference (UFC) is designed to advance the opportunities and address the barriers involved in cultivating a resilient and thriving Urban Farming sector. The UFC is a multi-sector stakeholder forum designed to share information regarding what is currently happening in Massachusetts. The UFC fosters solutions\, sustainable networks and business relationships. \nThe UFC brings together participants representing all aspects of Urban Farming including\, but not limited to\, farmers (including roof top\, chicken\, bees\, etc.)\, land trust managers\, policy makers\, commercial buyers\, foundations\, investors and all others. The 4th Annual Massachusetts UFC is comprised of interactive panels\, demonstration workshops\, expert discussions on diverse and relevant topics with distinguished Conversation Leaders and a networking reception. \nA sample of our sessions: \n\nLand Tenure: Land Trusts and Ground Leases\nGreenhouse Development and Management\nGoal Setting and Business Planning for Your Commercial Urban Agriculture Enterprise\nWhat You Need To Know: Food Safety and GAP\nCommunity Organizing: It’s Role in Food Sovereignty and Urban Farming\nPlanning\, Production and Profits: Building a Viable City Farm\n\nFor more info and to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/17565/
LOCATION:Northeastern University Student Center
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160314T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160314T160000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Improved High Tunnel Management
DESCRIPTION:Northeast farmers who want to maximize production in the shoulder season and serve their markets year round are increasingly relying on high tunnels to extend the growing season. The techniques for successful long term high tunnel production differ greatly from field crops. In this day-long workshop we will discuss common high tunnel production challenges and how to address them. \n\nJudson Reid\, Senior Extension Associate with the Cornell Vegetable Program\, will share results from intensive sampling of high tunnel soil and crop nutrient levels. He will discuss management practices that have an impact on soil and crop nutrient levels\, such as crop choice\, variety selection\, rotation and cultural management. This session will be informed by Judson’s work over several years with over twenty high tunnel tomato growers in New York looking at nutrient profiles over time/seasons.\n\nEd Person\, of Ledgewood Farm Greenhouse Frames\, will be joining us to share best practices for siting\, planning and installing a high tunnel\, as well as how to improve the infrastructure of an already installed high tunnel.  Ed has many years of experience and is extremely knowledgeable; his Q&A session is sure to be extremely informative.\nWe will also be joined by independent farm consultant and educator\, Mark Fulford.  Mark consults with many high tunnel growers. He will share his insight into improved long term nutrient management practices\, discussing soil amendments\, crop timing\, pest management\, PH levels\, Nitrogen management\, reading high tunnel soil tests\, compost use and management\, and much more. \n\nA panel of growers will also share some of their high tunnel growing experiences. \nMore Info:\nLunch will be potluck style from 12:15pm – 1:15pm. Bring a dish to share. Coffee and tea will be available during the workshop.\nWe anticipate the workshop to fill up\, pre-registration is recommended.  For more information contact Dan Bensonoff\, Education Events Organizer\, at dan@nofamass.org or 860-716-5122. \nCost:\nNOFA/Mass Member – $60 & Non-member – $75\n\nPre-Registration is highly recommended. Click here to sign up now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-improved-high-tunnel-management/
LOCATION:Guiding Star Grange\, 401 Chapman St\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01760\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160315T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160217T184947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160217T192951Z
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SUMMARY:RecyclingWorks Compost Workshop
DESCRIPTION:RecyclingWorks in Massachusetts is hosting a no-cost workshop for compost site operators in Massachusetts. The half-day workshop will focus on operator competency in compost management and regulatory compliance\, with focus on composting food materials. \nThis workshop is geared towards: \n\nFood materials composting operations registered with MDAR or MassDEP\nMunicipal operators\nSmall scale site operators\nOther interested parties considering starting a compost site\n\nThe workshop will be led by James McSweeney of Compost Technical Services. All interested parties are encouraged to register but priority will be given to current and future compost site operators. \nTo register\, please contact RecyclingWorks at (888) 254-5525 or email info@recyclingworksma.com. Please provide your name\, title\, business name\, email\, and phone number.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/recyclingworks-compost-workshop/
LOCATION:MassDEP Central Regional Office\, 8 New Bond Street\, Worcester\, MA\, 01606\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160222T165206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160222T165206Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Anne Correia of the U.S. Department of Agriculture will provide an overview of REAP grant guidelines and application requirements for farms interested in applying for assistance with installing energy efficient and renewable energy improvements. There will also be a walk-through of a sample application\, to give specific guidance ahead of the April 30th deadline. \nMassachusetts Farm Energy Program representatives will also be available at the MTC Weiss Center in Westboro viewing the webinar\, for those who would like in-person assistance. The MFEP recently received a grant to help farms prepare their REAP applications\, at no cost. \nWe hope to see you there! The workshop will be held on Wednesday\, March 16th from 10:00am to 12:00pm via webinar. Call-in details to follow. To pre-register\, or for more information\, please contact Megan Denardo at the Massachusetts Farm Energy Program at 413-727-3090.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/rural-energy-for-america-program-reap-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160321
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160120T221834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160120T221853Z
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SUMMARY:Poultry School at Stone Barns Center
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION INFORMATION \n\nPoultry School is a two-day program running March 19 and 20.\nRegistration opens at 9:00am on February 17.\nProgram cost is $150.\nStay tuned for more information and a registration link.\nA block of rooms has been set aside for a reduced rate at the Sheraton Tarrytown\, located at 600 White Plains Road\, Tarrytown\, NY 10591. Please follow this link to reserve a room or contact the Sheraton directly at (914) 332-7900.   A complimentary shuttle will be available to transfer Sheraton hotel guests to and from the conference in the mornings and evenings.  This special rate will end on March 2.\nFor questions\, please write to laurief@stonebarnscenter.org.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/poultry-school-at-stone-barns-center/
LOCATION:Stone Barns Center\, Pocantico Hills\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160322T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160302T160938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160302T163005Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Agritourism
DESCRIPTION:“Agritourism” attractions are increasingly popular to tourists and locals alike.  Have an interest in becoming part of the growing “Agritourism” trend in Massachusetts? Join us for the first in a series of workshops with successful agritourism businesses and tourism professionals on how to plan for and promote tourism at your farm. These free\, half-day workshops will offer practical resources and first steps for those interested in entering this growing market. This workshop will focus on value-added products and pick-your-own. \nFor more information and to register visit www.massvacation.com/focus-on-agritourism/ \nHosted by Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism\, and the Massachusetts Office on Disability
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-agritourism/
LOCATION:Red Apple Farm\, 455 Highland Avenue\, Phillipston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160323T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160318T132343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160318T132343Z
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SUMMARY:Listening Session for the Pollinator Protection Plan
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) is seeking public comment on the state\n Pollinator Protection Plan - Draft. Please note that this document is a draft and will be finalized after a comment review period. Comments can be sent to the following email address: Kim.Skyrm@state.ma.us  with the subject line "Pollinator Plan Comments." \nThe deadline to submit comments is March 31\, 2016.\n\nListening sessions have been planned throughout the state for stakeholders who wish to provide public comments in person on the Pollinator Protection Plan draft. A listening session will be held in Amherst on Wednesday March\, 23rd at the MDAR Office at 4:00 pm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/listening-session-for-the-pollinator-protection-plan/
LOCATION:MDAR Amherst Office\, 101 University Drive\, Suite C4\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160324T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160302T161601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160302T161601Z
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Poultry Enhancement Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting of the Massachusetts Poultry Enhancement Council will focus on the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). \nAgenda: \n1. Why was the Indiana Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) outbreak different from the 2014-2015 HPAI outbreak? \n2. The importance of a Biosecurity plan to indemnity payments for HPAI. \n3. Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) role in a HPAI. \n4. Antibiotics and vaccines for poultry. What's available?\n\nThis is an open meeting\, anyone who may have an interest in poultry is encouraged to attend\n\n Directions to the location can be found at www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dfg/dfw/about-masswildlife/field-headquarters.html
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-poultry-enhancement-council-meeting-2/
LOCATION:MA Fish and Wildlife Office\, 1 Rabbit Hill Rd\, Westborough\, MA\, 01581\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160329T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160329T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160224T150732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160224T150732Z
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SUMMARY:Northeast Harvest Agricultural Conference
DESCRIPTION:Northeast Harvest will host the Annual Northeast Harvest Agricultural Conference at Topsfield fairgrounds. \nYou will have the opportunity to receive three SPRAY credits. For more information and to register\, please CLICK HERE.\n\nThe $20 Pre-Registration Fee Includes: \n\nMorning Coffee and Afternoon Lunch\nWorker Protection Standards by Laurie A Rocco – SPRAY Credit\nAvian Flu Update and More about Backyard Poultry by Megan Megrath\nFinancing for Farmers by Mike Mcphail & Dorothy Suput\nAgritourism and Agritainment by Dale Johnson\nReview of the 2015 Growing Season by George Hamilton – SPRAY Credit\nProtect yourself from TICKS by Dr. Alan Eaton – SPRAY Credit\n\nThis event is open to the public.\n  Day of registration is $25
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northeast-harvest-agricultural-conference/
LOCATION:Coolidge Hall\, Topsfield Fairgrounds\, Topsfield\, MA\, 01983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160330T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160330T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
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SUMMARY:CISA Winter Workshop Series: Business Decision Making Cohort Meeting #3
DESCRIPTION:CISA will hold a ten-workshop series on Reducing Risk & Increasing Profitability with Sound Decision Making starting in January 2016. These workshops will provide tools for and examples of building decision making into the cycles of farm life to improve long-term profitability and sustainability. Participation in the whole series is encouraged\, and to be eligible for free one-on-one consultative support\, you must attend three workshops and be a cohort meeting participant. Dinner will be served at each session.  The cost to attend the series is $90 for Local Hero members\, or $18 for each individual workshop. The non-member fee is $110 for the series\, or $20 for each individual workshop. Contact Devon Whitney-Deal or call (413) 665-7100 x22 with any questions or register below. If cost is a barrier to your participation please feel free to contact Devon to discuss options as we want everyone to be able to get the training they need to effectively operate their business. \nThese meeting will give winter workshop participants the opportunity to network with one another and also provide additional time to discuss and consider their own individual farm needs as it relates to the workshop topics. Each session will have a CISA staff facilitator and a farmer Expert (Missy Bahret–Old Friends Farm\, Pete Solis– Hampshire College Farm\, and Gary Gemme– Harvest Farm of Whately). The topics for the meeting will be determined based on participant interest and determined as the class date gets closer. \nLocal Hero member- $90Non-Local Hero member- $110   \n  \nLocal Hero member- $18Non-Local Hero member- $20  \n\n   \n\n \n\n\nFunding for CISA’s Reducing Risk & Increasing Profitability with Sound Decision Making Series is provided by the Northeast Center for Risk Management Education and by individual contributors and Local Hero members. This series is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/business-decision-making-cohort-meeting-3/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160331T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160331T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160302T161050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160302T162915Z
UID:18408-1459411200-1459443600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Agritourism
DESCRIPTION:“Agritourism” attractions are increasingly popular to tourists and locals alike.  Have an interest in becoming part of the growing “Agritourism” trend in Massachusetts? Join us for the first in a series of workshops with successful agritourism businesses and tourism professionals on how to plan for and promote tourism at your farm. These free\, half-day workshops will offer practical resources and first steps for those interested in entering this growing market. This workshop will focus on being a special event’s venue and farm-to-table dinners.  \nFor more information and to register visit www.massvacation.com/focus-on-agritourism/ \nHosted by Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism\, and the Massachusetts Office on Disability
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-agritourism-2/
LOCATION:Smolak Farms\, 315 South Bradford Street\, North Andover\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160402T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160402T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160330T130939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160330T131023Z
UID:18720-1459591200-1459600200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Beecentric Methods of Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the UMass Amherst Beekeeping Club\, Michael Joshin Thiele\, of Gaia Bees\, will help us redefine our relationship with bees and create a new paradigm of caring for bees. Participants will learn about a biodynamic approach to apiculture\, the unique matrix of life of honeybees and their intricate inner organization. How can we heal the earth through healing the life of bees? Michael will speak about biodynamic apiculture and a treatment free\, bee-centered approach. Topics may include alternative hive designs\, working with natural comb\, biodynamic management techniques\, the examination of core principles of their instinctual needs\, self sustaining apiaries & design\, health and more. \nThis workshop will take place on Saturday April 2nd in Fernald Auditorium Room 11 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. \nThis event is FREE for UMass Students. $20 for public. \nCheck out the facebook page and come join us for a fun day!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-beecentric-methods-of-beekeeping/
LOCATION:Fernald Hall\, UMASS Amherst Campus
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160405T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160405T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160302T162252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160302T162252Z
UID:18411-1459848600-1459864800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Agriculture Day
DESCRIPTION:Ag Day at the State House is an event where MA farmers basically take over the State House. There are booths and local food in the Great Hall. FFA and 4H students take over Nurse’s Hall\, the Grand Staircase is turned into a podium for farm organizations\, and virtually every hallway will have farmers in it on their way to speak to their legislators. This is a good time to meet with legislators and their aides to highlight the opportunities and barriers for farms in Massachusetts.  It’s also a good time to meet with other farmers from around the state\, network\, and discuss issues. If you haven’t been to Ag Day before\, you should really go. No event puts so many farmers\, Ag organizations and legislators together in one place with the express purpose of discussing agriculture and issues impacting it.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe schedule is as follows: \n\n9:30 am — 11:30 am\nRegistration—Bartlett Hall\n10:00 am\nFarmer Orientation on Agricultural Issues—Nurses Hall\n10:00 am — 11:15 am\nFarmer/Legislator Visits\n11:15 am — 12:15 pm\nSpeaking Program—Nurses Hall\n11:00 am\nPreview Reception for Legislators (by invitation only)\n12:00 pm\n“Taste of Massachusetts” Reception & Exhibits—Great Hall & Grand Staircase Area\n\nFor the Farmer/Legislator visits\, you can learn who your legislators are at https://malegislature.gov/People/Search \nMany counties arrange buses or ride sharing into Boston. So if you’re worried about driving or traffic\, contact your county president.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-agriculture-day/
LOCATION:Massachusetts Statehouse\, 24 Beacon St\, Boston\, MA\, 02133\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160405T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160318T151712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160318T154928Z
UID:18616-1459877400-1459886400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmers' Market Manager Forum
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, CISA brings market managers together for a time to meet\, share best practices\, and learn from one another. This year\, farmers’ market managers from around the Pioneer Valley will gather at the Senior Center in Holyoke to get ideas for new concepts and ways to improve the overall operation of their markets. CISA welcomes market managers\, steering committee members\, and market volunteers to this forum. Come with your questions\, and be willing to share your valuable thoughts and experiences. Feel free to spread the invitation to those you think would find it beneficial to network with other market managers. \n\nSome of the areas that many of you have expressed interest in discussing and sharing experiences in are:\n\n\nLocal Food for All – CISA’s SNAP fundraising initiative\nWho can participate in SNAP & SAVE\, and how?\nHIP (Healthy Incentives Program) reminder (FINI)\nCustomer loyalty programs\nCommunity outreach – CISA update for SNAP & SAVE\nHow can CISA help support your market this season?\n\n\nLight dinner will be provided. Please RSVP to Innocent at 413-665-7100\, ext. 26\, by Friday\, April 1st. Feel free to contact Innocent or Devon with any questions.\n\n\nFunding for this workshop has been provided by the Farmers Market Promotion Program of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmers-market-manager-forum-2/
LOCATION:Holyoke Senior Center\, 291 Pine Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160406T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160406T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160330T132436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160406T130725Z
UID:18728-1459958400-1459965600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New Farmer Panel and Expo
DESCRIPTION:A committed group of UMass students part of John Gerber’s Writing for Sustainability\, have come together to pull off a 2 hour long new farmer panel-expo! This event will provide a space for creative dialogue highlighting the emerging possibilities in sustainable agriculture regarding the rise of a diverse new generation of young farmers. \nThe expo will be thriving from 4:00pm to 4:30pm with refreshments and networking time. Then\, starting at 4:30pm\, a diverse panel of four new farmer community members will answer questions for half an hour. After\, the knowledge is served tabling and resource networking will continue until 6:00pm with local\, organic treats from Earthfoods and People’s Market. We hope to see you all there!! \nRepresentatives from organizations offering financial\, land access\, and technical resources to farmers will have informational booths.   \nThe purpose of this event is to gather new farmers of diverse backgrounds\, identities and ages\, in order to provide them with resources to work successfully in inclusive farm settings.  Please come\, and bring a farmer friend! \nCheck out the facebook event! The Panel and Expo will be happening right after the UMass Student Farm Spring Farmers Market.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-farmer-panel-and-expo/
LOCATION:Earthwoods Cafe\,  Campus Center Way\, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160406T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160406T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160401T124909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160401T124909Z
UID:18753-1459969200-1459969200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Embracing Earth's Diversity
DESCRIPTION:Joseph Simcox\, a botanical explorer and world food plant ecologist\, has spent decades traveling the globe documenting\, tasting\, and collecting the seeds of thousands of rare and underutilized edibles. Visiting over 100 countries and collecting the seed of 15\,000 crop varieties and wild species\, Joseph’s experiential knowledge lends a fresh analysis to how we can innovate agriculture in the face of climate change and reclaim a more balanced and harmonious relationship with the natural world. \nWith over 50\,000 known species of edible plants in the world\, it is befuddling to think that globally we depend on fewer than 20 to provide 90% of our food. Some estimate that in the last century alone three-fourths of all known food crops slipped into extinction. \nAre these crops irreversibly and irrecoverably lost? Not so! Learn how you can contribute to reviving crop diversity right here in the Pioneer Valley. In promotion of Joseph’s Garden Across America project he will be giving out FREE seeds from his Rare Vegetable Seed Consortium to passionate individuals and local organizations who are interested in growing out\, selecting\, saving\, and returning a portion of the seeds back to the project for further promotion. After all\, “the best seed bank is in the soil.” \nThis is an awesome opportunity to take home some truly unique heirloom varieties for those who are interested! \nTo learn more about Joseph and his projects check out these websites: \n·      explorewithjoseph.com\n·      gardensacrossamerica.com\n·      growrareseeds.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/embracing-earths-diversity/
LOCATION:Franklin Patterson Hall\, Main lecture Hall\, Hampshire College\, Amherst Mass.
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160407T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160407T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160406T132132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160406T132417Z
UID:18804-1460032200-1460043000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Soil Testing and Fertility Management
DESCRIPTION:The goal of this class\, taught by Zach Wolf\,  is to have participants work through the process of drafting soil management plans.  We will look at example soil tests and go through the process of calculating amendment application rates.  The latter part will cover how to integrate soil mineral amendments with the management of cover crops\, compost\, mulches and inoculates to create a holistic soil management plan.  We will talk about pasture management\, but the bulk of the class is specific for vegetable growers. \nFor more information visit the Stone Barns Center Website.  \nWorkshops are free and open to the public. To register\, contact Laurie at laurief@stonebarnscenter.org. \nGrowing up in Northwest Connecticut\, Zach Wolf was surrounded by farms and protected land. After graduating from Columbia University with a B.S. in biology\, Zach returned to Connecticut to work at Whippoorwill Farm\, a 400-acre grass-fed beef operation. From 2009 – 2011\, he served as field foreman at Stone Barns Center\, and then went on to co-manage The Locusts on Hudson\, an 80-acre estate in Staatsburg\, N.Y.\, where he has raised livestock\, vegetables and herbs and developed an on-farm apprentice-training program.  While co-managing in Straatsburg\, Zach directed the Growing Farmers Initiative at Stone Barns for a year before returning to The Locusts full time.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-soil-testing-and-fertility-management/
LOCATION:Stone Barns Center\, Pocantico Hills\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160409T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160318T132950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160318T132950Z
UID:18606-1460194200-1460232000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farming in Community Conference
DESCRIPTION:This is a networking event and the first of what will be a series of ongoing discussions and events regarding farm-based communities and community-based farming in the Northeast. The goal of this event is to bring together farmers\, aspiring farmers\, community-experienced folks and community-seekers to connect and discuss viable community-based farming models.\n\n\n \n\n\nAre you a land-less farmer (or wanna-be farmer) who is eager to take the plunge into full-time farming but don’t have the resources to do it alone? \nAre you a firm believer in community living\, who seeks others to live in community with? \nAre you a farmer considering bringing other self-driven farmers onto your farm to live and work? \nAre you a farmer without a retirement/succession plan\, but wish to keep your land in production? \nAre you a landowner considering shifting ownership of your land to a non-profit/community-based organization? \nAre you looking for alternative ways to fund community/farm projects that don’t include mountains of debt? \nWould you like to live in an inter-generational ecovillage where you can plant thousands of trees that your grandchildren will some day enjoy? \nDo you aspire to be involved with large scale regenerative farming\, permaculture\, agroforestry\, silvopasture\, agritourism\, farm-based education\, etc\, but lack the resources to do it on your own? \n\n\nIf you answered “yes” to any of these questions\, this event is for you!!\n\n\n \n\n\nSo\, let’s get this discussion going. Let’s make connections and build a regional network. Let’s build a movement of solidarity and mutual aid among existing (and aspiring) farm-based communities across the Northeast. There will be a table for you to display information about your project or venture\, as well as regional breakout sessions to connect w/ people from your region.\n\n\n \n\n\nLunch will be potluck style. Please bring a dish. There will be no kitchen access\, so please bring any plates/bowls/cups/utensils that you will want to use. Lodging for the night is available by contacting Sirius directly. Questions/comments/RSVP can be send to farmingincommunity@gmail.com. Donations of $10-$20 welcome to cover event costs. Please contact us if you feel inspired to volunteer the day of the event. Thanks!\nSHARE OUR EVENT! ~ https://www.facebook.com/events/929220410480942/ \n\n\n \n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farming-in-community-conference/
LOCATION:Sirius Community\, 72 Baker Rd\, Shutesbury
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160411T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160411T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160404T184906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160404T184906Z
UID:18787-1460394900-1460403000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmer/Buyer Meet & Greet Networking
DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled from April 4th due to snow!\n\nCISA is holding its spring networking meeting for Local Hero farmers to meet with buyers who are interested in purchasing local products for their businesses. This meeting will be a great opportunity for all buyers and Local Hero farm members to network\, meet one another\, and forge new business relationships. In addition\, Sean Stolarik\, Big Y Produce Sales Manager\, will discuss how local farms can develop a wholesale relationship with Big Y. Refreshments will be provided. To RSVP or if you have questions\, contact Devon Whitney-Deal at 413-665-7100\, ext. 22.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmerbuyer-meet-greet-networking-2/
LOCATION:Holyoke Community College Kittredge Center Room 301\, 303 Homestead Ave\, Holyoke\, 01040
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
ORGANIZER;CN="Devon Whitney-Deal%2C CISA":MAILTO:devon@buylocalfood.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160412T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160323T131510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160323T131510Z
UID:18655-1460484000-1460494800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Business Growth Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Stabilize and Expand your Business \nThis workshop is geared toward established businesses seeking to increase their revenue. Topics presented by Amy Shapiro\, Director of Business Development\, and a panel of experts will include operational efficiencies\, financial management tools\, employee hiring guidelines and sales and marketing strategies. Course materials will be provided. \nRegistration for this seminar is $175. Click here to register. \nThis is a 4 class seminar held on Tuesdays April 12\, 19\, 26 and May 3 from 6 – 9 pm \nIf you can’t make it to the first round of this seminar there will be a second session on Wednesdays May 4\, 11\, 18\, 25 from 6 – 9 pm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/business-growth-seminar/
LOCATION:Franklin County Community Development Corporation\, 324 Wells Street\, Greenfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160323T132427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160323T132427Z
UID:18660-1460538000-1460566800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Product Development Course
DESCRIPTION:Food Product Development Considerations: Beyond the Concept \nDo you want help better understanding the food safety principles behind your process? Do you need help with product development for a current or future product? Propel your food business to the next level by delving into product development and food safety with Amanda Kinchla\, of the UMASS Food Science Department\, an expert on HACCP and product development. \nThe full day course will cover: \n\nPrinciples of Food Safety and Risk Management\nEstablishing Process Controls & Effective Strategies for Record Keeping\nQuality Attributes of Food\nFinancial/Business Considerations to account for in your product development process\nFood Regulation and Product Labeling and Claims\nHACCP Plan Requirements and/or Low-Acid and Acidified Certification\nDetermine Formula\, Process and Packaging for a safe food system\nCommercial Canning (Acidified Foods)\nProduct Development Life Cycle\n\nRegistration for this course is $211.99. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-product-development-course/
LOCATION:Western MA Food Processing Center\, 324 Wells St\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160414T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160414T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160406T132328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160406T132328Z
UID:18805-1460637000-1460647800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Botany for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be an interactive lecture and discussion about some foundational topics in plant science relevant to growing fruits and vegetables.  The main topics will be (1) plant form and patterns of growth\, (2) plant reproduction\, and (3) plant nutrition.  Although the emphasis will be on basic plant science\, we will make frequent cross-references with agricultural practice. \nFor more information visit the Stone Barns Center website. \nWorkshops are free and open to the public. To register\, contact Laurie at laurief@stonebarnscenter.org. \nMatt Palmer is a senior lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Studies at Columbia University.  He is involved in a range of research and education projects involving urban and peri-urban ecology. He collaborates with NYC Parks\, the US Fish and Wildlife Service\, NASA\, the USDA Forest Service\, and several units within Columbia University on research\, teaching\, and teacher training initiatives. His current research projects include evaluating the ecosystem functions of green infrastructure\, studying the ecosystem consequences of reforestation in NYC\, and providing scientific support for the management of both invasive and rare species throughout the region.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-botany-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Stone Barns Center\, Pocantico Hills\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160421T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160421T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160406T132556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160406T132556Z
UID:18806-1461241800-1461252600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Compost
DESCRIPTION:We will explore the various Composting Systems in place at Stone Barns and discuss the science\, experience and insight necessary to produce premium quality compost for a range of agricultural and horticultural applications. This class will be held outdoors and will be hands on\, focusing on active windrow and static aerated composting methods for all organic materials. \nFor more information visit the Stone Barns Center website. \n\nWorkshops are free and open to the public. To register\, contact Laurie at laurief@stonebarnscenter.org. \nFour Season Farm Director\, oversees the cultivation of over 200 varieties of produce year-round on 6.5 acres of outdoor fields and gardens and in a 22\,000 square-foot minimally heated greenhouse as well as the Center’s extensive landscape and compost operations. He experiments continually with innovative growing methods and seed varieties and is integrally involved in training beginning farmers. Jack graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a degree in turf management and horticulture. Before Stone Barns\, he worked as a greenhouse manager for a family-owned nursery in Rhode Island\, a park ranger in Costa Rica\, restored and managed olive orchards in California\, and developed an organic CSA program in Connecticut.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-compost/
LOCATION:Stone Barns Center\, Pocantico Hills\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160422T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160311T150744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160311T150744Z
UID:18524-1461319200-1461330000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Health Care Practices for our Food Animals
DESCRIPTION:Workshop on Health Care Practices for our Food Animals: Maintaining and Enhancing Protocols to Treat Sick Animals\n\nKatherine Beltaire\, DVM\, DACT\nCase Study: Management of Anthelmintic Resistance on the Farm\n\nCraig Jones\, Field Representative Agrimark\nFARM (Farmers Assuring Responsible Management)\n\nContact Jean King for further questions or to register.\njean.king@uconn.edu 860-916-7367\n\nThese workshops are part of a 2014-2017 USDA/NESARE Professional Development Program grant: Health Care Practices for our Food Animals\, a joint project among the Universities of Connecticut\, Massachusetts\, and Rhode Island.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-health-care-practices-for-our-food-animals/
LOCATION:UMass Crop & Livestock Research & Education Farm\, 89 River Rd\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160425T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160425T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160413T130345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160413T132538Z
UID:18896-1461601800-1461609000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Scouting for Early-Season Landscape Pests and Problems
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the growing season with hands-on scouting\, identifying and even forecasting landscape pests and abiotic problems. Join Randy Prostak\, Extension Weed Specialist\, Nick Brazee\, Extension Plant Pathologist\, and Rick Harper\, Extension Assistant Professor in Urban & Community Forestry\, for a walk through the landscape as they discuss and demonstrate how to put IPM practices to work efficiently and examine some of the most common pest and cultural problems of woody ornamentals. Dress for walking; workshop held rain or shine. Bring a clipboard\, pencil and hand lens if possible. \nPreregistration required as space is limited; the cost is $50/$45 per person for three or more registrations from the same company (10% discount). \nFor a registration form or to register online using a credit card click here or contact UMass Extension at (413)545-0895\, eweeks@umext.umass.edu. \nCredits: Two pesticide contact hours for Massachusetts categories 36 and Applicators License\, valid for equivalent categories in all New England states. ISA\, SAF\, CFE\, MCA\, MCH and MCLP credits have been requested.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/scouting-for-early-season-landscape-pests-and-problems/
LOCATION:French Hall\, UMass\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20160427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20160427T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T184057
CREATED:20160418T191115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160418T191115Z
UID:18954-1461744000-1461754800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: EPA Worker Protection Standard
DESCRIPTION:PA Worker Protection Standard Train-the-Trainer Courses for Organic and Non-Certified Pesticide Users\n\n\nAll farmworkers must be trained under the EPA Worker Protection Standard (WPS) if your farm uses any pesticides\, including\nthose approved for organic production and other general use pesticides. The agricultural worker employer is\nresponsible for complying with all components of WPS including the training of farmworkers. This training can only\nbe provided by an individual who has a pesticide certification license or has attended an approved EPA WPS Train-the-Trainer workshop.\n\nThe train-the-trainer workshops are 3 hours long and will be held in Pittsfield\, Hadley\, Marlborough and East Wareham.\nThe registration fee is $28.00 per person. Participants will receive the EPA WPS How to Comply Manual\, WPS\nPesticide Record Keeping book\, EPA WPS Safety Poster\, EPA WPS Trainer’s Manual\, Certificate of Attendance\, and\nthe ability to train farmworkers in WPS.\n\nFor information on registering for these workshops please refer to our website\nPlease contact Natalia Clifton\, UMass Extension \, 413-545-1044 or email \nSponsored in part by the UMass Extension Risk Management/Crop Insurance Education Program.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-epa-worker-protection-standard/
LOCATION:Country Club of Pittsfield\, 639 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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