Produce growers and farms that minimally process food items or aggregate the produce of other farms can learn more about the Food and Drug Administration’s proposed food safety rules at two upcoming hearings. The first will be held August 19 at the Augusta (ME) State Armory from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. The second will […]
Produce growers and farms that minimally process food items or aggregate the produce of other farms can learn more about the Food and Drug Administration’s proposed food safety rules at upcoming hearings. Hearings have been scheduled in NH, ME and MA. This MA hearing will be held at Plainville Farm, located at 135 Mount Warner […]
Are you looking to reduce your greenhouse fuel costs this winter, or planning a new greenhouse? Join CISA at Full Bloom Market Garden to learn about greenhouse energy efficiency strategies, practical energy-saving tips, and funding opportunities for greenhouse projects large and small. Come tour Full Bloom’s gutter-connect and hoophouse complex with high efficiency lighting, computerized […]
The workshop will cover the basics of raw milk production, seasonal dairy management, and intensive rotational grazing.
Ape & Ape will be hosting a Pig Butchering Workshop on 8/26/13 from 9am-12:30pm Cost: $30 Participants will learn how to slaughter, dress and prepare large animals into meat in a conscientious manner - in this case two male guinea hogs, a heritage breed. We'll follow traditional butchering and preservation methods, ending with a variety […]
Full-day workshops on organic, pasture-based livestock systems, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! These full-day programs are designed for the serious beginning farmer looking for in-depth instruction, hands-on training, and a chance to ask all your pesky questions! Taught by some of the best Mentor Farmers you'll ever find, renowned organic farmers Donn Hewes and Maryrose […]
CALLING ALL NORTHEAST BEGINNING FARMERS: Register now for Groundswell's Organic Livestock Intensives! Full-day workshops on organic, pasture-based livestock systems, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! These full-day programs are designed for the serious beginning farmer looking for in-depth instruction, hands-on training, and a chance to ask all your pesky questions! Taught by some of the best […]
CALLING ALL NORTHEAST BEGINNING FARMERS: Register now for Groundswell's Organic Livestock Intensives! Full-day workshops on organic, pasture-based livestock systems, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! These full-day programs are designed for the serious beginning farmer looking for in-depth instruction, hands-on training, and a chance to ask all your pesky questions! Taught by some of the best […]