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SUMMARY:PVGrows Spring Forum: Local Food for Schools\, Hospitals\, & Other Institutions
DESCRIPTION:How can we advance farm-to-institution connections in the Pioneer Valley? \nIn a healthy food system\, nutritious locally grown foods are being served in schools\, hospitals\, prisons\, and other institutions.  Come to the PVGrows Spring Forum to learn how these partnerships are being built\, and what you can do to support their growth. \nOur first plenary speaker is Kelly Erwin\, Founder and Director of the MA Farm to School Project\, on the important role of farm-to-institution connections in building a healthy food system.  Kelly will give a primer on the many forms these partnerships can take- ranging from a farmer selling direct to an institution to other models with multiple “middlemen.”  More speakers to be announced soon! \nWe’ll be hosted by UMass Dining Services\, which sources an impressive 28% of its produce locally.  We’ll learn about their relationships with farmers\, distributors\, and students\, and then we’ll enjoy one of their locally-grown lunches. \nInteractive sessions are designed to connect you to people and organizations with farm-to-institution challenges and solutions similar to your own. \nAnd as usual\, the Forum includes structured networking\, opportunities for collaboration\, and a locally grown lunch! \nRead more about the PVGrows Forum. \n\nThis event is open to anyone working for a healthy food system in the Pioneer Valley.\nSpace is limited to 120.\nThe Forum is free. ($10 lunch food donation suggested).\nWed\, May 22\, 9:00 am – 1:30 pm\n10th Floor of the UMass Hotel & Conference Center\, Amherst\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pvgrows-spring-forum-local-food-for-schools-hospitals-other-institutions/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130525T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131639
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SUMMARY:Mass Aggie Seminars: Native Pollinator Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Pollination is an important step in growing all fruits and many vegetables. While most people know about honey bees\, native bees are also important pollinators. Encouraging native bees and other beneficials by providing nesting and forage habitat is easy and fun for the home gardener. Learn about how to build bee blocks and which flowering plants make good forage habitat. Participants will build nest boxes to bring home to their gardens. Registration is $50\, click here for more information on how to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mass-aggie-seminars-native-pollinator-conservation/
LOCATION:Land’s Sake Farm\, 27 Crescent St\, Weston\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130527
DTSTAMP:20260608T131639
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UID:1675-1369526400-1369612799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA's Spring Cheesemaking Workshops: Making Simple Cheeses
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides a general understanding of how milk is made into cheese and what to look for when selecting milk for cheese-making. The workshop is primarily hands-on\, demonstrating what the milk and curds and cheese look like at each step of the process. Learn to diagnose and fix problems during the process to produce delicious cheeses\, even if things don’t come out precisely as intended.  $65 NOFA members; $70 non-members.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofas-spring-cheesemaking-workshops-making-simple-cheeses/
LOCATION:Oake Knoll Ayrshires at Lawton’s Family Farm\, 70 North St\, Foxborough\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130526T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131639
CREATED:20130310T192548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T192548Z
UID:1677-1369573200-1369587600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: Managing a Horse-Powered CSA
DESCRIPTION:Natural Roots Farm relies exclusively on horse-power to run a 200-member CSA and to harvest hay and timber. Participants will see live horse-power demonstrations on a variety of traditional and recently innovated horse-drawn implements and will learn how these practices are used in the farm’s vegetable production systems. $30 NOFA members; non-members $38.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-managing-a-horse-powered-csa/
LOCATION:Natural Roots Farm\, 888 Shelburne Falls Rd\, Conway\, MA 
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131639
CREATED:20130529T182708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130529T182708Z
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SUMMARY:Flexible Farmers Workshop with Lydia Irons
DESCRIPTION:With the Starseed Farm Project well underway\, we welcome you to join us in a day-long retreat of connecting with the land and one another in a way that nourishes us all. Lydia Irons is a licensed massage therapist who specializes in teaching farmers and gardeners how to safely and effectively use common farm tools such as shovels\, rakes and hoes so that we can be productive in our work and still take care of our most important tools of all\, our bodies. After a community-style potluck lunch\, there will be opportunities to schedule individual massages with Lydia\, put your new-learned skills to work in our garden\, and explore the extensive Starseed grounds. \nLydia’s 90-minute workshop will cover: \nFunctional anatomy (what everyone should know about their body)\nThe Four Rules for good body mechanics (economy of movement\, protecting joint space\, assessing the task and body positioning)\nInjury prevention tips (how to warm up\, maintain and restore from the work you do)\nHow to maintain the overall health of the working body and care tips for problem places\nHandouts and Q&A \nProgram Schedule:\n10:00 Meet and connect. Introductions and check-ins.\n10:30 Lydia Irons delivers 90-minute workshop.\n12:30 Potluck lunch.\n2:00 – 4:00 Opportunity for scheduling massages with Lydia; putting new techniques to work in the fields; free exploration of the grounds.\n5:00 Closing and departure. \nPrice: pay what you can\, nobody will be turned away\, $30-60 suggested sliding scale\nPlease RSVP by May 30 by sending an email to starseed@bcn.net.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/flexible-farmers-workshop-with-lydia-irons/
LOCATION:Starseed Sanctuary\, 672 Chapel Road\, Savoy
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130602T180000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131639
CREATED:20130417T183535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130530T181717Z
UID:3511-1370178000-1370196000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Massachusetts Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Farm Wineries & Growers Association is pleased to present the inaugural Taste of Massachusetts Wine Festival on June 2nd. This not-to-miss event will take place at the Three County Fairgrounds in Northampton from 1:00 – 6:00 PM. Join your fellow wine enthusiasts for an incredible day of sampling over 70 wines from some of the finest farm wineries in Massachusetts. The day will also feature samples and sales of locally produced specialty foods and gourmet caterers. Live jazz music will serve as a backdrop for your enjoyment. As a special feature\, Boston Wine School and Jonathon Alsop will be on site to conduct mini wine education classes every hour on the hour. It’s like Boston Wine School coming to you! Admission tickets to this 21 and over event are $45 each. A $5 banding fee\, which includes a souvenir wine glass\, tote and event program\, is required for anyone wishing to sample wine. Tickets go on sale through Groupon on April 16th in the Hartford\, Springfield and Worcester markets. These tickets will be offered for a limited time as a 2 for the price of 1 deal. If you are not a Groupon member\, click here to join. It’s free! Tickets for the festival are limited and will sell fast. Click here for additional information and a list of participating wineries.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/taste-of-massachusetts-wine-festival/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131639
CREATED:20130521T175323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130521T175323Z
UID:4295-1370253600-1370278800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Public Hearing of The Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources & Agriculture
DESCRIPTION:The Joint Committee on Environment\, Natural Resources & Agriculture will be holding a Public Hearing on matters relative to Agriculture\, Dairy\, Forests\, Pets\, and Snowmobiles. A full agenda is available here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/public-hearing-of-the-joint-committee-on-environment-natural-resources-agriculture/
LOCATION:David Prouty High School\, 302 Main Street\, Spencer
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130310T201930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T201930Z
UID:1682-1370682000-1370696400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: Chickens and the Sustainable Farm
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn to select breeds; set up a brooder; raise day-old chicks; deal with predator pressure; improve pasture grass and forbs; and provide adequate housing\, feed\, and supplementation. Farm systems covered include waterers and feeders; deep litter; chicken tractors; the Salatin pen; the mobile coop; fencing; rotational grazing; and butchering. Discussion will include how the animals are integral to the farm and how all parts of the farm depend on the others. Hand-outs provided.  $25 NOFA members; non-members $31.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-chickens-and-the-sustainable-farm/
LOCATION:Golden Oak Farm\, 44 Plain Rd\, Hatfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130310T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T202137Z
UID:1684-1370685600-1370696400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Workshops 2013: Planting and Maintanence
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be a continuation and more in-depth information on main garden planting\, monitoring of: insects and disease\, thinning\, weeding\, mulching\, watering\, fertility\, and fertilizing.  It will also cover foliar\, side-dressing\, compost teas\, cover crops\, green manures\, and saving seeds.  Class size is limited to 10\, $25/class or $100 for the full series.  Space permitting\, no one will be turned away for lack of cash and barter will be considered.  For more information or to register call 978-544-6347 or by email.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-workshops-2013-planting-and-maintanence/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130611T153000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130430T212907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130430T212907Z
UID:3880-1370943000-1370964600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Meat Marketing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:$40 per person registration includes lunch and resource materials. (You may add up to 3 additional registrants from the same farm or organization at $35/ea.) Register online by June 4. \nFeaturing guest speakers Matt LeRoux (Agricultural Marketing Specialist\, Cornell Cooperative Extension) and Jason Bond (chef and founder\, Bondir Restuarant) \nAn event for any New England livestock farmer—beginning\, experienced\, or prospective—exploring how best to market their lamb\, beef\, pork\, goat\, or other meat animals. Topics covered will include: \n\nFinding and communicating with your target market\nChoosing a marketing channel\nSelling the whole animal\nPricing cuts\nSelling to restaurants – the chef’s perspective\n\n…and quite a bit more. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from Matt LeRoux (who basically does this for a living at Cornell Cooperative Extension) and Jason Bond (up-and-coming locavore chef). And no promises just yet\, but there may be some local meat products to sample…Please feel free to contact us with any questions at sanderson@comteam.org or at 978-654-6745. Paid for in part by theAmerican Lamb Board.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/meat-marketing-workshop/
LOCATION:The Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine\, 200 Westboro Road\, North Grafton\, MA 
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130618T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130618T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130529T180930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130529T181007Z
UID:4339-1371578400-1371589200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop Clinic for Facilitators & Trainers
DESCRIPTION:Are you involved in food systems\, permaculture\, local agriculture\, or sustainability? Are workshops\, presentations\, or education events part of your work\, mission or program? Do you ever wish you didn’t have to go it alone\, had some help with planning and preparation?\nLots of people have incredible knowledge and wisdom to share\, but want help figuring out where to focus their limited workshop time\, what mix of activities will keep participants engaged and inspired\, and how to best balance providing expertise and encouraging participants’ sharing from their own experiences. And for others\, it’s the registration\, marketing\, logistics or big-picture educational programming that are a challenge. I’m a trainer and do my own workshops and programming\, and I’ve helped others plan and do theirs. We all want rave reviews and maximum impact – so let’s figure out together what works! Call or email for more information\, and to register: Debbie Lynangale at d.lynangale@wap.org\, 802-258-0124.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-clinic-for-facilitators-trainers/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130618T220646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130618T220646Z
UID:4899-1371909600-1371916800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Landscape and Garden Design Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Bullitt Reservation\, a property in Ashfield of the Trustees of Reservations\, will be hosting a landscape and garden design workshop. \nCome tour the deep-energy retrofitted house\, the restored grounds and the demonstration kitchen garden\, and learn from land-use planner Mollie Babize how designs incorporated into the renovation of Bullitt can be translated to your home. From big patterns\, like the principles of site repair\, to little ones like a morning glory trellis to screen a bathroom window\, we will delve into the relationship between universal design issue and the specific needs of your home. Come with questions and leave inspired. \nThe workshop is free for Trustees members and $5 for non-members. The Bullitt Reservation is located at 332 Bullitt Rd\, Ashfield\, a half-mile off Rte. 116. Any questions\, please contact Emmet Van Driesche at 413-628-4485 x1.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/landscape-and-garden-design-workshop/
LOCATION:Bullitt Reservation\, 332 Bullitt Rd\, Ashfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130310T202846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T202846Z
UID:1689-1371909600-1371920400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: Raising Grazers with Grain-fed Animals
DESCRIPTION:This workshop helps producers plan how to integrate multiple livestock species into a whole farm system. While the primary focus of this farm is vegetable production\, livestock make crucial contributions to the whole of the farm. This workshop will cover scale thresholds that make animal operations an appropriate size relative to labor input\, market potential\, and husbandry needs. Each species will be considered for its needs\, its economic value\, as well as its contribution to overall farm functioning. The presentation focuses on synergies between grazing animals (cattle and sheep) and grain-fed animals (chickens and pigs)\, using annual cover crops as forage\, creating a farm budget\, managing production\, and scheduling slaughter dates. Marketing discussion will present combined approach to CSA\, direct retail\, farmers’ market\, and restaurants. $25 NOFA members; non-members $31.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-raising-grazers-with-grain-fed-animals/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130713T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130319T224053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130604T235016Z
UID:2273-1373702400-1375462800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:USA: Permaculture Design at Sirius
DESCRIPTION:USA: Permaculture Design at Sirius is a intensive three-week course. Learn how to create sustainable\, productive and beautiful human environments using natural ecosystems as models. Gain the skills to implement a permaculture project in your own community as you move through the design of projects beginning with interviews of real clients\, needs assessments\, development of real solutions\, and a formal permaculture design and presentation.  At Sirius Community explore the relationship between personal\, social and ecological sustainability in the rich context of this educational and spiritual ecovillage. \n\nProgram Highlights: \n•  Visit urban farms\, Community-Supported Agricultural (CSA) projects\, Eco-homesteads and micro organic food cottage industries \n•  Learn from award-winning permaculture designers and co-authors of Edible Forest Gardens\, Dave Jacke and Eric Toensmeier. \n•  Become a Certified Permaculture Apprentice: eligible to receive a Diploma of Permaculture Design after 2 years of applied work. \n•  Develop experience and skills living and learning alongside members of the Ecovillage. \n•  Experience an extra week of in depth design practice compared to all other PDC’s (which are a maximum of 2 weeks). \n•  Gain experience working in the Sirius edible forest gardens and install a perennial polyculture garden for the community. \n\nFor more information click here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/usa-permaculture-design-at-sirius/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130718T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130718T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130708T195440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130708T195952Z
UID:5134-1374172200-1374179400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Session
DESCRIPTION:Several farmer groups have raised concerns about the newly proposed FSMA rules and their cost to local growers. Rather than wading through hundreds of pages of rules\, come to this session to learn how the proposed rules would impact your farm\, and hear from those working to impact the rule-making process this summer. Roger Noonan\, New England Farmers Union president and farmer\, will discuss what these rules mean for local growers and will explain how to give feedback to the FDA through upcoming public hearings and written comments. MA Farm Bureau president Rich Bonanno and farmer Nathan L’Etoile will also be on hand to share their understanding of the proposed rules and how to affect them. Pizza dinner will be provided. Please RSVP by Monday\, July 15th to Kristen at 413-665-7100\, ext. 12 or kristen@buylocalfood.org. \n\nThis institution is an equal opportunity provider. This workshop is supported in part by the USDA/Risk Management Agency and by individual contributors and Local Hero members.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-safety-modernization-act-fsma-session/
LOCATION:Polish American Citizens Club\, 46 South Main Street\, South Deerfield\, 01373
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130720T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130617T214149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130617T214149Z
UID:4839-1374314400-1374332400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Business of Aquaculture: Looking at the Bottom Line
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Andy Danylchuk and Dr. David Damery\, Department of Environmental Conservation\, University of Massachusetts Amherst. \nThe focus of our workshop will provide an overview of the business of aquaculture\, including mission statement (why are you growing fish?)\, capital investment\, supply chain\, operating costs\, and marketing and sales.  We will use New England as a case study and review choices that potential aquaculture entrepreneurs will need to make when attempting to meet the triple bottom line of environmental\, social\, and economic sustainability. \nParticipants completing the workshop will: \n1)   understand the operational and economic bottlenecks associated with aquaculture development; \n2)   examine the financial elements necessary to determine the economic viability of aquaculture in New England; \n3)   gain an appreciation for the impact of risk at various stages in the aquaculture business system. \nPre-registration is required. To register\, send an email to:  chollingsworth@umass.edu by July 8.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-business-of-aquaculture-looking-at-the-bottom-line/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130720T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130710T202331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130710T202331Z
UID:5212-1374341400-1374354000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Al Fresco Italian Dinner
DESCRIPTION:The Kitchen Garden invites you to the Porter Phelps Huntington Museum overlooking their fields for an Al Fresco Italian farm dinner on Saturday\, July 20th. At 5:30 p.m.\, a tour of the historic 18th century house that was owned and preserved by the same family until the museum’s founding will begin\, followed by a vegetarian meal outside (weather premitting). \nTake a look at our website to see the menu and more information
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/al-fresco-italian-dinner/
LOCATION:Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum\, 130 River Drive\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130722T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130722T100000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130604T185348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130715T235542Z
UID:4513-1374480000-1374487200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Meat Processing for Optimal Sales
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about meat cutting straight from experts at Adams Farm & Slaughterhouse?\nJoin us at Adams Farm in Athol to watch a cutting demonstration of a cow and pig carcass\, and to learn to choose the cuts that will be best for your market. Noreen Heath and Adams’ head butcher will describe different cuts that are in demand among restaurateurs and other wholesale and direct market customers. They will discuss differences they see in carcass quality of the animals brought to Adams\, and will help you better navigate cut lists and learn about available cuts that aren’t listed. \nThis workshop only have a few spaces left so contact Devon at 413-665-7100 or devon@buylocalfood.org now to reserve your spot.  There is a $15 cost for the workshop.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-meat-processing-for-optimal-sales/
LOCATION:Adams Farm\, 854 Bearsden Road\, Athol
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130726
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130718T211116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130718T220922Z
UID:5431-1374710400-1374796799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tower Hill Botanic Garden: Summer Field Day
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by The MA Nursery Landscape Association (MNLA)\, MA Flower Growers Association (MFGA) and University of Massachusetts Extension. Join Massachusetts’ largest green industry associations – MFGA and MNLA – for their annual collaborative event\, the 2013 Summer Field Day and Trade Show. Take advantage of the newest ideas and cutting edge information\, tours of the Tower Hill Botanic Garden\, trade show\, networking and great food!  Featuring Keynote speaker: Dr. Bethany Bradley\, UMass Amherst for an eye opening look at climate change and implications for Massachusetts horticulture. Details on Conference: www.mnla.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/summer-field-day/
LOCATION:Tower Hill Botanic Garden\, Boylston
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130728
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130310T203048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T203048Z
UID:1691-1374883200-1374969599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA Animal Husbandry Workshop: Certified Organic Poultry\, Pigs\, Steer\, and Worms
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, Julie will discuss and and participants will see two sizes of meat birds\, layers\, brand new turkeys\, pigs\, cows\, and worms. Participants will learn about the management of all these species and their relationships to each other on this tightly organized and rotated farm system\, which includes 2 ½ acres of vegetables and 1 acre of orchard. The workshop covers feeds\, housing\, pasturing\, woods management\, rotations with crops\, sprouted grains\, brooding\, marketing\, and finances. Participants have the opportunity to help slaughter some chickens.  $30 NOFA members; $38 non-members.  Click here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-animal-husbandry-workshop-certified-organic-poultry-pigs-steer-and-worms/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130728
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130723T203948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130723T203948Z
UID:5662-1374883200-1374969599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pick-Your-Own & Music at the Benson Place
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Sonny Crawford’s musical performance at the Benson Place during pick-your-own. There will be blueberry treats for sale at the farm stand as well! Pick-Your-Own this year will be available July 27th\, 28th\, August 3rd and 4th.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pick-your-own-music-at-the-benson-place/
LOCATION:The Benson Place\, 182 Flagg Hill Road\, Heath
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130803T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130803T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130611T180806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130611T180841Z
UID:4682-1375520400-1375545600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Northeast Rice Conference
DESCRIPTION:This conference will focus on various aspects of rice farming in the Northeast including seed saving\, data collection\, wildlife conservation\, and small-scale rice processing equipment. Featuring: \n\nDavid Mackill (Adjunct Professor\, Plant Sciences\, University of California Davis)\nDon Brill (engineer\, www.thericeharvester.com)\nConrad Vispo (ecologist\, Farmscape Ecology Program\, Hawthorne Valley Farm)\n\nShital Kinkhabwala\, who has provided delicious food for our previous conferences\, will cater lunch and highlight dishes from a traditional Indian meal. \nRegistration Fee: $50/person\, $60/couple\, $40/student \nRegistration fee includes lunch and copy of the 2012 conference proceedings. Register early\, space is limited. Deadline for registration is July 26th. To register please provide your name\, e-mail address\, and a check made out to Mia Murphy\, 351 Longley Road\, Groton\, MA 01450. Contact Mia at makaogi@gmail.com. \nAdditional details about the conference can be found at www.ricenortheasternus.org. \nThe Fourth Annual Northeast USA Rice Conference is a collaboration between the McCouch RiceLab at Cornell University and Akaogi Farm. It is funded in part by the National Science Foundation.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northeast-rice-conference/
LOCATION:Akaogi Farm\, 37 Earthbridge Road\, Westminster West\, Vermont
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130812
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130517T195627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130517T195627Z
UID:4273-1376006400-1376265599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA-Mass Summer Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA for a weekend of learning\, networking\, and fun with people who are transforming the food system in the Northeast. In addition to hundreds of practical skills and farming workshops\, the conference features live entertainment\, children’s and teen conferences\, a country fair\, organic meals\, 100 exhibitors and much more. See a workshop list and register at www.nofasummerconference.org.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-mass-summer-conference/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130813T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130813T133000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130801T223918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130807T204351Z
UID:5895-1376395200-1376400600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Why and What You Need to Know About the Food Safety Modernization Act
DESCRIPTION:New England Food System Policy Project (a project of American Farmland Trust\, Conservation Law Foundation\, and Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Working Group); Food Solutions New England; Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation; New England Farmers Union; Rhode Island Division of Agriculture; UMass Extension; University of Rhode Island are pleased to host: \nA Free Webinar on FSMA for New England Food Producers\, Buyers\, and Those Working Toward a Resilient New England Food System\nAugust 13\, 2013\, from 12:00-1:30 PM \nThe Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) is a new federal food safety law that will significantly impact how food in New England and around the country is grown\, handled\, and processed. Whether you are a farmer\, a food buyer or processor\, or someone working toward a thriving and resilient New England farm and food system\, you have a stake in how FSMA is implemented and can help make it a workable law that improves food safety and supports the type and scale of agriculture we have here in New England. \n Join us for a discussion about two rules that have recently been released by the Food and Drug Administration—the “produce” rule\, which addresses farm practices\, and the “preventive controls” rule\, which governs facilities that manufacture\, process\, pack or hold food.  Learn how these rules may affect your farm\, your business\, your food purchasing decisions or the region’s farm economy and environment—and how you can take action to be sure your voice is heard. \nRegister here for this free webinar:  August 13\, 2013\, from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm. \nSpeakers include:  Dr. Joanne Burke\, Food & Society Faculty Fellow\, University of New Hampshire; Dr. Richard Bonanno\, Extension Educator\, UMass Extension and President\, Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation; Dr. Lori Pivarnik\, Coordinator\, Food Safety Outreach/Research Nutrition and Food Sciences Department University of Rhode Island; and  Roger Noonan\, President\, New England Farmers Union; \nUnable to participate on August 13th but want to see the webinar?   Register now and we will send you a link to the webinar after it happens so you can watch it at your convenience.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-why-and-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-food-safety-modernization-act/
LOCATION:World Wide Web\, see registration info
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130310T203359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130310T203359Z
UID:1693-1376733600-1376744400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening Workshops 2013: Full Production Garden
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on observations on what’s happening here as well as in your own gardens.  It will cover soil conditions\, fertility\, beneficial insects\, maturity more seed saving.  It will also be the start for planning for fall and winter covering: varieties\, planting\, cover crops\, and season extension.  Class size is limited to 10\, $25/class or $100 for the full series.  Space permitting\, no one will be turned away for lack of cash and barter will be considered.  For more information or to register call 978-544-6347 or by email.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-workshops-2013-full-production-garden/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130818T160000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130815T213231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130815T213231Z
UID:6253-1376820000-1376841600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Organic Sheep Dairy Intensive
DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL NORTHEAST BEGINNING FARMERS:\nRegister now for Groundswell’s Organic Livestock Intensives! \nFull-day workshops on organic\, pasture-based livestock systems\, taught by outstanding Mentor Farmers! \nThese 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 Livingston of Northland Sheep Dairy in Marathon\, NY and Karma and Michael Glos of Kingbird Farm in Berkshire\, NY. \nYou MUST register in advance by emailing info@groundswellcenter.org or calling 607-319-5095. See prices and deadlines for each session. Let us know if you need overnight housing and we’ll hook you up! We reserve the right to cancel any sessions with insufficient enrollment. \nOrganic Sheep Dairy Intensive\nRegister by Wed Aug 14\, 5PM\nInstructor: Maryrose Livingston. Location: Northland Sheep Dairy\nCost: $120-$150\, Voluntary Sliding Scale\nAn in-depth\,full-day program for those with a serious interest in grazing\, breeding and milking sheep\, and producing farmstead cheese as a profitable small-scale business. Sheep producers\, cheesemakers\, and others interested in learning about certifiable organic systems are encouraged to attend. Understand market opportunities and production requirements. Get your questions answered by one of the top experts in the US on organic sheep dairying.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/organic-sheep-dairy-intensive/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20130819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20130820
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130808T184835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130808T184936Z
UID:5992-1376870400-1376956799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Tomato Contest
DESCRIPTION:The 29th Annual Massachusetts Tomato Contest will be held at Boston’s City Hall Plaza Farmers’ Market on Monday\, August 19thin conjunction with the start of Massachusetts Farmers’ Market Week. Tomatoes will be judged by a panel of experts on flavor\, firmness/slicing quality\, exterior color and shape. Always a lively and fun event\, the day is designed to increase awareness of locally grown produce. \n \nFarmers who want to submit entries can bring tomatoes to the City Hall Plaza Farmers’ Market between 9:00 am and 10:15 am on August 19thor drop their entries off with the corresponding registration form to one of several locations around the state on August 17thor 18th. These tomatoes will be brought in to Boston on Monday. For the complete details\, including contest criteria and a registration form\, click here.\n \nThe 29th Annual Tomato Contest is sponsored by the MDAR\, New England Vegetable and Berry Growers Association and Mass Farmers Markets.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-tomato-contest/
LOCATION:Boston City Hall Plaza Farmers’ Market\, Boston City Hall Plaza (Government Center) 1 City Hall Plaza Boston\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130819T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130819T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130725T234009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130807T204517Z
UID:5757-1376904600-1376915400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:FDA  Hearing on Food Safety Modernization Act
DESCRIPTION: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 be held on August 20 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in Hanover NH at Alumni Hall Auditorium at the Hopkins Center at Dartmouth College. \nNew England Farmers Union encourages farmers to attend at least one of the sessions to learn more about the regulations\, and to share their concerns with the FDA. Farmers will have the opportunity to ask questions about the Produce Safety and Preventive Control Rules during the session. \nThe Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)\, passed in January 2011\, represents the most comprehensive reform of food regulation in more than 70 years. New England Farmers Union has been inviting farmers to comment on the rules\, many of which will add an untenable layer of cost and complexity for the region’s producers. \n“Food safety is a good thing\,” said New England Farmers Union President Roger Noonan\, “but the economic impact of these new rules means New England farmers are bearing a disproportionate burden. Producers need to tell their stories to the FDA and let the agency know how their operations will be affected by FSMA.” \n“The produce safety rule will mean big changes for Maine produce growers and packers\,” said Agriculture\, Conservation & Forestry Commissioner Walter Whitcomb\, who will be the host of the Maine session. “This is an important opportunity to hear from the Food and Drug Administration and offer comments.” \nVisit New England Farmers Union’s website for summaries of FSMA rules\, talking points\, as well as instructions on how to comment. The website will also provide up-to-date and detailed information on the hearings. You can also stay up to date by signing up for our blog and by following us on Facebook and Twitter. \nFor those not able not attend the listening session\, suggested questions may be submitted to New England Farmers Union at info@newenglandfarmersunion.org.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fda-holds-hearings-on-food-saftey-rules/
LOCATION:Augusta (ME) State Armory\, 179 Western Ave\, Augusta\, ME
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130819T203000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130809T185220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130809T190422Z
UID:6056-1376935200-1376944200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Learn What Cuts of Meat Chefs Want
DESCRIPTION:Come hear what local chefs are looking for when it comes to local meat. Daniel Martinez from Bistro Les Gras and Jordan Scott from The Gill Tavern will share their thoughts on how farmers can better serve the restaurant community by providing cuts chefs need. This session will be geared toward educating farmers on the needs of the restaurant industry for local beef\, pork\, lamb\, goat and chicken products. Both chefs use locally raised meat on their menu throughout the year and are excited to talk about the current needs in the industry\, what cuts work for them and how to maintain a healthy wholesale relationship. We welcome other chefs to attend and meet the farmers. Dinner will be provided; suggested donation for the workshop is $10. Please RSVP by Friday\, August 16th to Devon at (413) 665-7100 x22 or devon@buylocalfood.org.  \nThis institution is an equal opportunity provider. Support for this session comes from USDA/Risk Management Agency\, USDA/National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, and from individual contributors and Local Hero members.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/6056/
LOCATION:Potpourri Plaza\, 243 King Street\, Conference Room 234-236\, Northampton
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20130820T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20130820T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T131640
CREATED:20130725T234407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20130807T203815Z
UID:5759-1376991000-1377001800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:FDA Hearing on Food Safety Modernization Act
DESCRIPTION: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 be held on August 20 from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in Hanover NH at Alumni Hall Auditorium at the Hopkins Center at Dartmouth College. \nNew England Farmers Union encourages farmers to attend at least one of the sessions to learn more about the regulations\, and to share their concerns with the FDA. Farmers will have the opportunity to ask questions about the Produce Safety and Preventive Control Rules during the session. \nThe Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)\, passed in January 2011\, represents the most comprehensive reform of food regulation in more than 70 years. New England Farmers Union has been inviting farmers to comment on the rules\, many of which will add an untenable layer of cost and complexity for the region’s producers. \n“Food safety is a good thing\,” said New England Farmers Union President Roger Noonan\, “but the economic impact of these new rules means New England farmers are bearing a disproportionate burden. Producers need to tell their stories to the FDA and let the agency know how their operations will be affected by FSMA.” \n“The produce safety rule will mean big changes for Maine produce growers and packers\,” said Agriculture\, Conservation & Forestry Commissioner Walter Whitcomb\, who will be the host of the Maine session. “This is an important opportunity to hear from the Food and Drug Administration and offer comments.” \nVisit New England Farmers Union’s website for summaries of FSMA rules\, talking points\, as well as instructions on how to comment. The website will also provide up-to-date and detailed information on the hearings. You can also stay up to date by signing up for their blog and by following them on Facebook and Twitter. \nFor those not able not attend the listening session\, suggested questions may be submitted to New England Farmers Union at info@newenglandfarmersunion.org.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/5759/
LOCATION:Alumni Hall Auditorium\, Hopkins Hall\, Darmouth College
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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