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SUMMARY:Two Week Summer Permaculture Design Course
DESCRIPTION:Two week design course full of: \n\npractical sustainable living skills\necological design skills for creating abundant landscapes\npractices for building a resilient culture\nnetworking opportunities and community resilience resources that can support you in your permaculture endeavors\n\nRegistration cost: $200 \nFor more information: www.PermacultureSeries.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/two-week-summer-permaculture-design-course/
LOCATION:Sirius Community\, 72 Baker Rd\, Shutesbury
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140621T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140621T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
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SUMMARY:UMass Agronomy Farm Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a full day of free events open to all beekeepers and the public. Highlights include sessions about feeding\, moving and maintaining your bees\, as well as a soap-making demonstration and refreshments of course! The event is sponsored by the Massachusetts Beekeepers Association\, The University of Massachusetts and hosted by the Franklin County Bee Association. Expenses are covered by selling raffle tickets and merchandise. Please support this annual event by purchasing a ticket and buying a T-shirt. Find a full schedule and more information on the event website.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/umass-agronomy-farm-field-day/
LOCATION:UMass Agronomy Farm\, River Road\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140626
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
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UID:9220-1403395200-1403740799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Revisioning Sustainability 2014
DESCRIPTION:Revisioning Sustainability Conference: Campuses as Catalysts for Regenerative Food Systems \nExplore real world examples of innovative food systems sustainability programs that embody whole-systems regeneration in practice. At this premiere gathering of food sustainability and permaculture professionals\, we bring together campus and community leaders from permaculture initiatives\, programs such as the Real Food Challenge\, sustainable procurement professionals\, progressive administrators\, and student advocates from campuses nationwide\, in order to collectively develop new ideas\, strengthen existing networks\, and gain tools that will aide in the cultivation of a truly regenerative world.\n\nLearn more about the conference here. \nFollow RSC on Facebook. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/revisioning-sustainability-2014/
LOCATION:University of Massacusetts Amherst
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140605T213631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140605T213631Z
UID:10229-1403719200-1403726400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm Succession Information Night in Greenfield served up with a fresh\, tasty (and free!) supper
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about farm succession? It’s never too early or too late to plan for your future and the future of your farm. If you want to exit comfortably from farming\, pass the farm to your next generation\, transfer it to a non-family successor\, or have other questions about this important topic – this low-pressure\, free informational gathering is for you! \nYou will learn about: \n\nThe farm succession and transfer process\nWhere to start and how to take your next steps\nKey challenges and methods to address them\nTools and resources for planning\nEstablished farmers of any age\, as well as junior generation and beginning farmers are invited to attend. There will be time for individual assistance from professional advisors – and a free supper is provided. Registration is required by June 23.\n\nClick here for more information and to register for the event. \n\nCo-sponsored by FRCOG\, Land For Good\, Mt. Grace Land Trust\, the MA Dept. of Conservation and Recreation\, and the Henry P. Kendall Foundation. \nFunding for this event is provided by grants from the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation and the Henry P. Kendall Foundation\, as part of the Franklin County Farm and Food Project.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-succession-information-night-in-greenfield-served-up-with-a-fresh-tasty-and-free-supper/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140624T000647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140624T001017Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Beekeeping
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of honeybee biology and hive upkeep!\n\nAre you interested in bees but not sure if you’re ready to take the leap into beekeeping? Perhaps a bit intimidated by the droning buzz of a swarm or the prospect of a sharp sting? Curious about what diseases and environmental conditions affect honeybees and how to take a healthy\, proactive stand towards them? Itching to handle a frame of bees or extract honey straight from the comb? Then this is the course for you!\n\nIn this fun but intensive workshop you will learn the basics of honeybee biology and hive upkeep. Using hives located on our farm\, we will provide an in-depth introduction to beekeeping equipment\, seasonal management and colony dynamics. We will listen to prepared presentation segments\, inspect and build equipment\, ask and answer questions\, manipulate colonies\, as well as observe actual honeybee behavior inside and outside the hives. We will end the day with a honey extraction and all participants will go home with a jar of this freshly harvested\, seasonal honey. You will leave with an increased knowledge about bees as well as greater confidence in your ability to be around them.\n\nTaught by Daniel Berry\nDaniel Berry is an organic farmer and proprietor of Invisible Cities Apiary.\n\nRequirement: Wear long pants\, closed shoes and socks; bring a long-sleeve shirt for working the bees. Beekeeping veils provided.\n\nRegistration Required\, click here:  http://justroots.org/events/hands-on-introduction-to-beekeeping/\n\nVisit www.justroots.org to learn more about upcoming events/programs
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introduction-to-beekeeping/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140624T192601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140624T192719Z
UID:10391-1403964000-1403974800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:"Local Food\, Good Jobs" Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this participatory workshop\, led by Olivia Geiger and Helen Scharber\, participants will develop tools for analyzing how local food production–from growing to processing to retail–fits into the broader economy. In particular\, the group will explore reasons why balancing good paying jobs with competitive and affordable food prices is so difficult\, along with strategies for increasing the quality of jobs in the food sector and the affordability of local organic food.\n\nIf you plan to attend\, please register here.This is one of a series of Saturday workshops run by the Center for Popular Economics this summer – check out the link for a full listing. Feel free to contact Helen or Olivia with any questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/local-food-good-jobs-workshop/
LOCATION:Pioneer Valley Central Labor Council\, 640 Page Boulevard\, Springfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140629T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140613T194703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140613T195817Z
UID:10300-1404036000-1404059400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hands-on Hog Slaughter on the Homestead Workshop
DESCRIPTION:At this hands-on workshop\, Jake Levin will lead us in the slaughter of a four month old pig\, bleed it\, scald it in a cast iron bathtub\, eviscerate it\, and eventually cut it into standard pork cuts. Participants will also tour the Many Hands Organic Farm certified organic pig operation. Based in Western Massachusetts\, Levin is founder of The Roving Butcher\, whose mission is to assist and educate farmers\, chefs\, interested individuals\, and market places in sourcing\, processing\, and utilizing locally-raised\, pastured whole animals. Andrew Kelly\, a farmer and butcher\, and Jason Cucchiara\, an employee of Many Hands Organic Farm and future homestead pork farmer entrepreneur\, will assist Jake. \n:: \nThere will be a potluck lunch at noon\, please bring something to share. \n:: \nPre-registration is required. For more information and to register\, visit www.nofamass.org/events/hands-hog-slaughter-homestead or contact Jamie Lombardo\, Education Events Coordinator\, at Jamie@nofamass.org or 860-966-6368.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/10300/
LOCATION:Many Hands Organic Farm\, 411 Sheldon Rd\,\, Barre\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140629T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140624T191636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140624T191636Z
UID:10389-1404050400-1404061200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tool-Sharpening Workshop!
DESCRIPTION:The tool-sharpening workshop is back by popular demand! Participants will learn about sharpening garden tools\, hand-tools and knives\, before being turned loose on a patch of garden with the most interesting selection of hand-tools we can muster. So if you have rusty\, dull tools\, bring them to sharpen. If you’ve ever wanted to try a broadfork\, colineal hoe\, push-seeder\, scythe or landscaper rake\, to name but a few\, come try them out! Pros and cons of different tools\, different brands\, and different designs will be reviewed. You will go home with sharp\, oiled tools and a firm grasp of how to refurbish and maintain your current collection\, along with a wishlist of tools that will make your gardening more of a joy and less of a pain in your back. Please bring workgloves and a metal file if you have one. Oil and rags will be provided.\n\nIf you have any questions\, call Emmet at (413) 628-4485 x1.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/tool-sharpening-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140701T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140701T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140605T220955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140605T221014Z
UID:10232-1404230400-1404241200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Field Day: Value Added Grains Variety Trials: NOFA NY
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Thompson Research Farm for a twilight field trials tour of value added grains. This event will include discussion with David Benscher\, Research Support Specialist of the Cornell/OREI value-added grain project\, Gary Bergstrom\, Cornell Plant Pathology\, Elizabeth Dyck from OGRIN\, and other OREI partners. To bring back economically viable grain production to our region\, this collaboration has focused on adding value to grains in multiple ways: by growing organically\, growing grains with high market potential (specifically heritage and “ancient” wheat)\, and processing grains to create even higher-value products. Robert Perry of NOFA-NY will provide a demonstration of mobile seed cleaning equipment \n\n  \n\n  \nLocation: Thompson Research Farm\, 133 Fall Creek Rd.\, Freeville\, NY 13608 (Tompkins county) \n\nRegistration/Fee: This event is free of charge. \n\nThis program is supported by USDA/OREI and Cornell University \n\nFor a full schedule of events and registration\, visit www.nofany.org/events/field-days.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/field-day-value-added-grains-variety-trials-nofa-ny/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140702T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140702T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140626T234851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140627T162236Z
UID:10435-1404316800-1404324000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:IPM Field Walk: Simple Gifts Farm\, North Amherst
DESCRIPTION:This walk is being given as part of a series from the UMass Extension. Learn to identify and scout fruit and vegetable pests and select integrated pest management strategies that work for you. Walk the fields with Extension Educators and Farmers in Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, and Vermont to learn how each area and farm is practicing IPM.  Bring a hand lens if you have one. This series is funded in part by a Northeast IPM Center grant. Each field walk includes 2 education credits for certified pesticide applicators. \nJeremy Barker Plotkin and Dave Tepfer are the farmer stewards of the North Amherst Community Farm (NACF)\, a community-owned farmland preservation. The farm integrates vegetable crops and livestock\, and connects NACF members with their food supply through a Community Supported Agriculture program\, many on-farm events\, and a farm store. Farmers in the Simple Gifts apprenticeship program are being trained to scout and monitor crops this year by UMass Extension staff. Come to this field walk to learn how to use pheromone traps to monitor Squash Vine Borer and European Corn Borer\, and learn to scout multiple vegetable crops with UMass Extension staff Ruth Hazzard and Lisa McKeag.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/ipm-field-walk-simple-gifts-farm-north-amherst/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140702T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140702T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140618T175740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140618T175740Z
UID:10335-1404320400-1404327600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Building Healthy Soil at Lavoie's Farm
DESCRIPTION:Building Healthy Soil: Exploring Zone-till\, Cover Crops and Mulching \nAre you interested in increasing your operation’s efficiency\, profitability\, and crop yields while building optimum soil health on your farm? Join Us to hear more and see demonstrations of the roller crimper and zone builder in action! Experts from USDA NRCS and UNH Cooperative Extension will discuss: Why good soil health is important and ways to increase your soil’s potential Benefits of zone-till/no-till farming practices\, Utilizing cover crops to achieve optimum soil health\, Nutrient and pest management\, Type and appropriate use of pesticides\, Impact on crops by implementing these practices\, Case studies on how these practices have improved operations\, and Adrien Lavoie will demonstrate the roller crimper and zone builder. This event is free\, but pre-registration is required RSVP: Kerry Rickrode\, HCCD\, kerry.rickrode@nh.nacdnet.net or 673-2409 Ext. 100 by June 27th.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/building-healthy-soil-at-lavoies-farm/
LOCATION:Lavoie’s Farm\, Pine Hill Road\, Hollis\, NH
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140618T180216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140707T183203Z
UID:10337-1404828000-1404835200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NRCS Soil Health Webinar
DESCRIPTION:NCRS Soil Health Webinar will focus on healthy soil for growing potatoes: “Managing for Soil Health when Raising Potatoes – A Farmer’s Perspective.” More information on the website.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nrcs-soil-health-webinar/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140709T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140625T191832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140625T191832Z
UID:10407-1404900000-1404919800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Fruit Growers' Association Annual Summer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Mass Department of Agricultural Resources will be hosting various events throughout the summer. The day includes an orchard tour\, and educational programming from Dean Steve Goodwin and Tracey Leskey from the Appalachian Fruit Research Station. Visit the website for more information and to pre-register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-fruit-growers-association-annual-summer-meeting/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140724T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140625T192622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140717T171251Z
UID:10409-1406188800-1406221200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:MNLA/MFGA Summer Conference and Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:Take advantage of the newest ideas and cutting edge information and education to put you ahead of your competition. Pesticide credits\, speed educational sessions and tours are only a few of this year’s exciting program. The keynote presentation is titled\, “The Future in Plant Materials” by Michael Dirr. The featured keynote speaker is the author of seven books\, including Manual of Woody Landscape Plants: Their Identification\, Ornamental Characteristics\, Culture and Propagation and Uses\, a widely used and best-selling reference text. Read more here. Sponsored by The Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA) and the Massachusetts Flower Growers Association (MFGA).
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mnlamfga-summer-conference-and-trade-show/
LOCATION:Savage Farms\, Deerfield
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140724T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140708T173759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140708T174829Z
UID:10557-1406193300-1406217600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Crops and Soils Field Day
DESCRIPTION:The University of Vermont (UVM) Extension Northwest Crops and Soils Program will host its annual Crops and Soils Field Day in Alburgh on July 24. The theme for this year’s event is “Feeding the Soils\, the Plants and the Community.”\n\nThe field day provides an opportunity for farmers to learn about the latest UVM Extension research and developments involving perennial grass varieties\, pod-irrigation systems\, cover crop mixtures and interseeding\, winter forages\, best grass varieties for feeding livestock\, no-till cropping and manure injection\, alternative fertilizers\, oilseed varieties and flax weed control.\n\nFor additional information\, a more detailed schedule and to register (by July 21 please)\, click here\, or email Susan Brouillette or Heather Darby.\n\nDr. Heather Darby\, UVM Extension agronomist\, heads up the UVM Extension Northwest Crops and Soils program\, which conducts crop and soil experiments on small grains\, corn\, wheat\, soybeans\, sunflowers\, canola\, perennial grasses and other crops at Borderview Research Farm. The farm is owned by Roger Rainville\, who assists with the research projects including site preparation and seeding and harvesting of the plots\, among other tasks.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/crops-and-soils-field-day/
LOCATION:Borderview Research Farm\, 146 Line Road\, Alburgh\, VT
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140725T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140625T193342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140625T193530Z
UID:10411-1406277000-1406286000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tree Tour with Michael Dirr
DESCRIPTION:Michael Dirr is the author of numerous books on woody plants that have become staples\, including his most celebrated works The Manual of Woody Plants\, Dirr’s Hardy Trees and Shrubs\, Hydrangeas for American Gardens\, and Viburnums: Flowering Shrubs for Every Season. Join Dr. Dirr on a tree tour of the UMass Amherst campus and interact with him as he shows off the select trees of the campus’ Waugh Arboretum. Preregistration required – the group is limited to 40 people. More details and registration on the event website.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/tree-tour-with-michael-dirr/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140729T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140721T230601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140721T231043Z
UID:10854-1406624400-1406642400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Identifying Turf Damaging Diseases
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to: \n– Learn to identify turf damaging diseases common in the Northeast? \n\n– Better understand turf disease biology and life cycles? \n\n– Make informed\, responsible\, and IPM-based management decisions? \n\n– Effectively manage the potential for disease resistance to fungicides? \n \n\nUMass Turf Pathologist Geunhwa Jung will lead this session\, which will combine classroom education with hands-on examination of turf in the field. Up to 4 pesticide re-certification contact hours in MA categories 37 (turf)\, 32 (sod)\, the applicator’s license (00) have been approved for licenses in all New England states\, as have education credits for various professional turf certifications.\n\nAccurate identification of turf damaging pests is the first step toward effective\, integrated management. Knowing the target pest is key to understanding the biology and life cycle\, determining threshold levels for damage\, and making informed and responsible control decisions. Diseases covered will include patch diseases\, root diseases\, stress diseases\, dollar spot\, snow molds\, anthracnose\, red thread and rusts. Lecture material will be coupled with examination of turf in the field\, and IPM considerations and resistance management will be highlighted. For complete information and to register visit the event website. Preregistration by July 25th is required.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-identifying-turf-damaging-diseases/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst Campus Center AND UMass Joseph Troll Turf Research Center\, Amherst and South Deerfield
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140623T230457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140623T230457Z
UID:10373-1406628000-1406649600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:UMass Agricultural Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Come explore the research farm and learn about current research projects. Topics that will be discussed include: \n\n\n\nOrganic fertility: Frank Mangan\, Zoraia Barros\, Aline Marchese and Viviane Barros\nGAP Certification: Zoraia Barros\, Frank Mangan\, Aline Marchese and Viviane Barros\nPig and Vegetable Intercropping: Frank Mangan\,  Zoraia Barros\, Aline Marchese and Viviane Barros\nJilò (scarlet eggplant) variety trial: Aline Marchese\nEstablishing the carbon footprint in agricultural systems: Viviane Barros\nOrganic Management of Basil Downy Mildew: Ruth Hazzard\, Katie Campbell-Nelson\, Lisa McKeag\, Susan Scheufele\nEvaluation of conventional and biological fungicides to control common diseases of Brassicas: Ruth Hazzard\, Katie Campbell-Nelson\, Lisa McKeag\, Susan Scheufele\nCover Crop and Nitrogen Management for Sustainable Potato Production: Emad Jahanzad\, Allen V. Barker\, Masoud Hashemi\nAmending Soil with Biochar and Rock Dust: Emily Cole\, Kate Gervais\, Stephen Herbert\, Masoud Hashemi\nGrowing Fava Beans in Massachusetts: Fatemeh Etemadi\, Masoud Hashemi\, Francis Mangan\nIntegrating forage radish for sustainable early sweet corn production: Julie Fine\, Masoud Hashemi\, Amanda Chuong\nNative Pollinator Instillations: Sonia Schlomann\n\nLunch will be served.  Please be prepared for the weather.  Close-toed shoes are mandatory.   \n\n\n\nTo RSVP\, contact Madeline Magin\, 413-545-5221
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/umass-agricultural-field-day/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140811
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140618T175008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140708T165633Z
UID:10333-1407456000-1407715199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA Summer Conference
DESCRIPTION:With 150+ workshops\, live entertainment\, dinner meet-ups\, conferences for children and teens\, farm tours\, and much more\, we hope you can join us for this fun and engaging weekend in Amherst\, Massachusetts. \nWorkshop topics include farming\, gardening\, land care\, nutrition and food politics. We’re also offering full and half day pre-conferences and 100+ exhibitors. Scholarships\, affordable registration\, and budget conscious accommodations are available. To register or learn more about the conference\, check out the event website. Register by July 11th to receive the Early Bird Discount and get 25% off!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-summer-conference/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140808T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140805T173227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140805T173439Z
UID:10990-1407481200-1407531600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Using Permaculture as a Tool to Build Local and Regional Economies: A Talk with Andrew Faust
DESCRIPTION:While permaculture design practices are typically applied to creating productive homes and agricultural land\, permaculture design ethics and principles\, when applied at the broader scales of community\, regional\, and urban planning\, have a great impact on creating a human environment with ecological integrity. Starting with a clear understanding of the mistakes and challenges inherent in our present economy – including petroleum dependence and extreme weather — this lecture focuses on how to redirect our society and its infrastructure back into alignment with the earth’s natural cycles\, one region at a time.\n\nAndrew Faust has been practicing permaculture and biodynamics since receiving his Permaculture Design certificate in 1996. Some of our design clients include Ezekiel’s Place Retreat Center in Hedgesville\, WV\, Leaveners Respite Center in Essex\, NY\, Yestermorrow Design/Build School in Warren\, VT\, and local businesses and residents. Previous clients include the Gesundheit! Institute in Hillsboro\, WV and Camphill Village Kimberton Hills in Chester County\, PA. Faust has extensive experience in doing designs for a wide range of climates and habitats including desert\, forest and mountain. He is a certified Alternative School Teacher\, focusing on Bioregional Education; he instructed at Upattinas Open Community High School for ten years. Faust holds a B.A. in comparative religions from Guilford College.\n\nCo-Sponsored by BRICK\, Permaculture FEAST\, Mobile Design Lab\, Food Forest Farm   Come see the new local maker space BRICK Co-workshop and view some of the things they are making.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/using-permaculture-as-a-tool-to-build-local-and-regional-economies-a-talk-with-andrew-faust/
LOCATION:Brick Co-Workshop\, 420 Dwight Street\, Holyoke
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20140815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20140816
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140814T215010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140814T215346Z
UID:11156-1408060800-1408147199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:August 15 Deadline for Beginning Farmer Scholarships
DESCRIPTION:The Northeast Organic Farming Association of New Jersey (NOFA-NJ)\, an organic food and farming non-profit\, is offering scholarships for beginning farmers to their upcoming Fall courses. A beginning farmer is defined by the USDA as a person who has operated a farm or ranch for ten years or less. The Fall lineup of courses includes: Business of Farming\, Tractor Safety and Maintenance\, Skills-Scale-Sustainability\, and Road to Certification. The deadline for scholarships applications is Friday\, August 15th.\n\n“We are very excited to be able to offer scholarships for beginning farmers to attend these courses\,” said Erica Evans\, Beginning Farmer Program Coordinator at NOFA-NJ. “Money is often tight for new farmers\, and these scholarships afford them the opportunity to attend more educational trainings to improve their farm businesses and increase production.”\nOn Saturday\, November 8th Richard Wiswall\, author of “The Organic Farmer’s Business Handbook \,” will teach a full day of workshops for Business of Farming\, including: Farming Smarter\, Not Harder: Planning for Profit\, Farmer Friendly Budgets Made Simple\, The Efficient Farm Office\, and Employee Management. Special tips will be discussed specifically for beginning farmers\, but seasoned farmers will also have lots to learn.\n\nAlso in November\, Shane LaBrake will be back to teach another Tractor Safety and Maintenance course in addition to a new course\, Skills-Scale-Sustainability. Often thought of as a supplemental course to Exploring the Small Farm Dream\, Skills-Scale-Sustainability is a 2.5-day intensive workshop that blends philosophy and pragmatic advice with hands-on training and real-life problem solving for greater success in your small-scale agricultural endeavors. Based on lessons learned from a lifetime of work and travel in food and farming\, Shane provides unique insights from his practical experience of reconciling idealism with the nitty-gritty\, day-to-day reality of maintaining a viable and sustainable farming life.\n\nScholarships are also being offered for NOFA-NJ’s newest course\, Road to Certification. This is a “how-to” course for producers interested in learning about the organic certification process\, specific to New Jersey. The course includes information for conventional farmers interested in total or partial conversion to organic\, beginning farmers undergoing transition\, and uncertified farmers who are currently farming organically\, but have avoided the process. There will be two offerings of the Road to Certification course\, one each in Southampton\, NJ and in Morristown\, NJ.\n\n“Thanks to a grant provided to us by the USDA\, we are able to offer these scholarships. However\, the funding allowing us to discount the costs of beginning farmers’ education ends this August. To take advantage of this opportunity\, you must apply for your scholarships by August 15th and register using your scholarships by August 22nd\,” continued Evans. “We understand it’s a tight turnaround\, but missing out on these amazing courses at a discounted cost would be regrettable. No scholarships to these Fall courses will be offered after this month.”\n\nAdditional details\, scholarship application request\, and registration information are available here. These courses are sponsored in part by the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, USDA\, Grant #2011-49400-30739.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/august-15-deadline-for-beginning-farmer-scholarships/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140818T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140818T180000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140815T172649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140815T172649Z
UID:11159-1408377600-1408384800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:A Primer to Building a Farm-Scale Irrigation System - Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Trevor Hardy of Hollis\, NH’s Brookdale Fruit Farm will demonstrate how to set up a farm irrigation system. He will discuss systems using commercial wells and systems utilizing surface water and movable pumps. He will discuss drip and overhead irrigation as well as a hybrid overhead option connected to drip line headers. Trevor will come with many irrigation parts and components demonstrating how they are assembled to create a functioning small farm system. He will also provide details of how “to do the math” for workshop individuals for their own farms.\nBrookdale Fruit Farm is a multi-generational family owned farm comprising 400 acres of tree fruit and vegetables in Hollis\, NH. 12 acres and 4 greenhouses are currently USDA certified organic. Trevor has 20 years of experience running a farm irrigation supply business as an additional enterprise at Brookdale Fruit Farm.\n\nPre-registration is highly encouraged. To register please send your full name\, address\, phone number and email address to MacKenzie White by Friday August 14th.\n\nEmail questions about the workshop to Stephanie Berluti\, workshop coordinator\, or call at 203-308-2584.\n\nFor more information\, click here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/a-primer-to-building-a-farm-scale-irrigation-system-workshop/
LOCATION:Community Farm of Simsbury\, 73 Wolcott Road\, Simsbury\, CT
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140822T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140626T235548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140627T162214Z
UID:10437-1408676400-1408726800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:IPM Field Walk: The Farm School\, Athol
DESCRIPTION:This walk is being given as part of a series from the UMass Extension. Learn to identify and scout fruit and vegetable pests and select integrated pest management strategies that work for you. Walk the fields with Extension Educators and Farmers in Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, and Vermont to learn how each area and farm is practicing IPM.  Bring a hand lens if you have one. This series is funded in part by a Northeast IPM Center grant. Each field walk includes 2 education credits for certified pesticide applicators. \nThe Farm School has a day camp program for elementary students\, a middle school\, and an adult apprenticeship program. The apprentices grow food for a 175 member CSA\, Farmers’ Market\, and manage 150 acres of forest land. The adult program’s teacher/growers\, Tyson Neukirch and Carlen Rigrod partnered with UMass Extension to train their students in IPM and scouting techniques. This field walk will feature IPM scouting and management practices in apples\, raspberries\, and multiple vegetable crops with UMass Extension staff: Ruth Hazzard (vegetable)\, Katie Campbell-Nelson (vegetable)\, Sonia Schloemann (small fruit)\, and Arthur Tuttle (tree fruit).
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/10437/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140823T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140625T193936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140625T194135Z
UID:10413-1408780800-1408806000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Annual Christmas Tree Meeting at Cranston's Tree Farm
DESCRIPTION:Members and non-members are invited to the annual Massachusetts Christmas Tree Association annual meeting. For more information\, check out the MCTA website.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cranstons-tree-farm-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Cranston’s Tree Farm\, Ashfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140901T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140805T171016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140805T171202Z
UID:10978-1409565600-1409587200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Practical Options for Food Production Resilience in an Increasingly Variable Climate: Seminar with Dr. Christine Jones
DESCRIPTION:Spend the day with Dr. Christine Jones\, Australian soil carbon scientist\, of Amazing Carbon.\n\nDr. Christine Jones is an internationally-acclaimed agricultural consultant with a specific message regarding sequestration of carbon and humus development through appropriate agricultural practices. According to Dr. Jones\, photosynthesis operating at full capacity is the critical element in soil humification. Among the many benefits of high-humus soils are an abundance of soil micro-organisms which manage and make available to the plants a broad range of minerals; more effective water management; and more vibrant plant health through improved plant immunity. Dr. Jones’ work focuses on how to maximize photosynthesis through biological processes. Her message is appropriate for anyone who raises food\, for those who focus on conserving our natural resources\, and for climate activists.\n\nDr. Jones will discuss building soil carbon to improve: production and farm viability\, plant and livestock health and disease resistance\, human nutrition\, and climatic resilience on your farm or garden plot.\n\nPlease note that the event includes a potluck lunch. Bring a dish to pass\, a drink mug\, and a table setting.\n\nFor more information\, contact NOFA/Mass Education Events Coordinator\, Jamie Lombardo\, or check out the event webpage.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/practical-options-for-food-production-resilience-in-an-increasingly-variable-climate-seminar-with-dr-christine-jones/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140902T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140902T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140729T200729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140729T214619Z
UID:10927-1409648400-1409670000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Practical Options for Food Production Resilience in an Increasingly Variable Climate
DESCRIPTION:Spend the day with Dr. Christine Jones\, Australian soil carbon scientist\, for a presentation and field walk. \nTopics will cover how to build soil carbon to improve: \n\nproduction and farm viability\nplant and livestock health and disease resistance\nhuman nutrition\nClimatic resilience on your farm or garden plot\n\n\nDr. Christine Jones is an internationally-acclaimed agricultural educator with a specific message regarding sequestration of carbon and humus development through appropriate agricultural practices. According to Dr. Jones\, photosynthesis operating at full capacity is the critical element in soil humification. Among the many benefits of high-humus soils are: an abundance of soil micro-organisms which manage and make available to the plants a broad range of minerals; more effective water management; and more vibrant plant health through improved plant immunity. Dr. Jones’ work focuses on how to maximize photosynthesis through biological processes. Her message is appropriate for anyone who raises food\, for those who focus on conserving our natural resources\, and for climate activists.\n\n \nClick here for more information about the event and to register. Contact Julie Rawson with any questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/10927/
LOCATION:Immanuel Lutheran Church & Simple Gifts Farm\, 867 North Pleasant Street /1089 North Pleasant Street\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140902T190850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140902T190850Z
UID:11277-1410602400-1410624000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Annual Honey Festival
DESCRIPTION:Warm Colors Apiary will once again hold its annual “Honey Festival”. Warm Colors has been hosting the Honey Festival for more than twelve years. The festival is a celebration of the Honeybee and our native pollinators. It is an opportunity to recognize the many contributions beekeepers\, and their bees\, make to agriculture and the health of our environment. Bonita and Dan Conlon open their eighty-acre apiary to the public to enjoy its beauty and explore its wildlife habitat. The event is free and open to all who have an interest in bees and beekeeping. Talk with county beekeepers\, walk the Busy Bee nature trail\, sample this season’s honey\, Green River Ambrosia’s mead\, and purchase a honey ice cream cone made by Beth Cook (Flavors of Cooks Farm) with Warm Colors wildflower honey. Bring the family and a picnic\, stay for an hour or for the entire day. Honey\, beeswax candles and other products will be available for sale. This is a rain or shine event (no rain date).
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/annual-honey-festival/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140910T003127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140910T003548Z
UID:11371-1410692400-1410714000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Boston Local Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:This free outdoor festival showcases farmers\, local restaurants\, food trucks\, specialty food producers\, fisher folks\, and organizations focusing on healthy food and fitness from New England. The festival also features lively chef & DIY demos\, a seafood throwdown competition\, diverse music and performances\, family fun zone and more. \n:: \nFestival goers learn about the benefits of sustainably grown and produced food\, shop the market\, eat delicious local food\, participate in fun\, educational activities and exhibits\, engage with top local chefs and enjoy local music. Themed “Healthy Local Food for All”\, the festival connects Massachusetts and New England eaters of all backgrounds with the abundance of fresh\, nutritious local food choices available close to home. \n:: \nThe festival is a zero-waste event\, meaning we divert over 91% of our waste each year and we offset 100% of our energy use! All perishable items sold are made from locally sourced products. Best of all\, we bring this annual event to the community free of charge. So grab your reusable water bottles and bags and enjoy New England’s largest one day farmers market\, while celebrating “Healthy Local Food for All”. Click here for more details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/boston-local-food-festival/
LOCATION:Rose Kennedy Greenway\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140905T031442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140912T012817Z
UID:11296-1410890400-1410901200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Whole Farm Planning
DESCRIPTION:CISA invites farmers to attend this special introductory whole farm planning workshop. Crystal Stewart\, Cornell Extension Vegetable Specialist and certified Holistic Management trainer\, will teach you about goal setting\, steps to use when making business decisions\, identifying the weakest aspect of your business\, and using financial planning to have profit left over at the end of every year. This is a great opportunity to build your business using a holistic approach to best meet your goals. Please RSVP to Devon Whitney-Deal via email or phone. The class is free and dinner will be provided. \nThis workshop is supported by the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program of NIFA\, USDA\, Grant #2012-49400-19591\, by individual contributors and Local Hero members.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introduction-to-whole-farm-planning/
LOCATION:The Food Bank of Western MA\, 97 North Hatfield Road\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20140921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20140921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T195350
CREATED:20140731T220300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140731T220300Z
UID:10946-1411293600-1411315200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Dairy Goat Keeping Workshop
DESCRIPTION:North Country Sustainability Center and Hames & Axle Farm are offering a Beginning Dairy Goat Keeping workshop. Topics will include housing\, fencing\, selection\, feed\, veterinary care\, breeding selection and milk handling. Teacher is Pat Stewart\, owner/farmer at Hames & Axle Farm and author of Personal Milkers: A Guide to Nigerian Dwarf Goat Keeping. More information is available at www.northcountrysustain.org or contact Pat@northcountrysustain.org at 978-827-1305.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/beginning-dairy-goat-keeping-workshop/
LOCATION:Hames & Axle Farm\, 18 Kraetzer Rd\, Ashburnham\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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