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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150110T073000
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SUMMARY:28th Annual NOFA/Mass Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Northeast Organic Farming Association is hosting its 28th annual Winter Conference. Come for this expansive and immersive educational experience with 60+ workshops\, conferences for children and teens\, exhibits\, and an all-day seminar and keynote by Greg Judy\, rotational grazier and carbon sequestration advocate. \nRegistration information and Details Here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/28th-annual-nofamass-winter-conference/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141217T011123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141222T200100Z
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Association of Agricultural Commissions Regional Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The Mass Association of Agricultural Commissions (MAAC) is sponsoring regional Ag Com roundtables this winter. Join them in Northampon on January 10th for a roundtable co-sponsored by the Northampton Ag Commission and CISA. Please register by sending the following to MAAC\, c/o Pete Westover\, at westover03@comcast.net or PO Box 67\, Whately\, MA 01093: your name\, email address\, home address\, and Ag Com affiliation (if any). Indicate that you are attending the Northampton Roundtable\, and either enclose a $5 check\, made out to MAAC\, or indicate that you will pay $5 at the door. All are welcome!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-association-of-agricultural-commissions-regional-roundtable/
LOCATION:Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School\, 80 Locust Street\, Northampton
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150113T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150113T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141104T185816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141104T185816Z
UID:12036-1421137800-1421166600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2015 Massachusetts Farm to Cafeteria Conference
DESCRIPTION:This conference brings together farm to cafeteria advocates – farmers\, food service professionals\, educators\, policy makers\, public health advocates\, community organizers\, youth leaders and more – for a daylong event with workshops and panel discussions addressing a wide variety of farm to school topics.\nDetails Here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2015-massachusetts-farm-to-cafeteria-conference/
LOCATION:The Hogan Center: College of the Holycross\, Worcester\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150114
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150307
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141222T195942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141222T200146Z
UID:12704-1421193600-1425686399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Labor Management and Human Resources for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:You can manage cows and crops\, but people? Producers know that the farm crew can make or break not only your bottom line\, but your stress load. Take your employee management skills up a notch. Featuring real-life stories\, practical advice and useful resources from successful farmers and experts from VT and beyond on: \n\nHiring\, Training and Retaining a Strong Farm Crew\nCreating Successful Apprenticeships\nDecoding Labor Regulations and Payroll\nLeadership\, Communication and Conflict Resolution with Employees\nTools for Managing and Motivating Employees on the Farm\n\nNOFA VT is organizing a series of workshops on human resources from January-March in locations around the state. Click for details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/labor-management-and-human-resources-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150114T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141119T224210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141119T233221Z
UID:12242-1421222400-1421254800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Spotted Wing Drosophila Winter Regional Workshops
DESCRIPTION:This is the place to learn current SWD information\, the most recent research results\, and management practices. The 2015 Producers Expo will focus on other topics of importance to berry growers. Presentations by Cornell Researchers\, Extension\, and NYSBGA on SWD will focus on biology; management including cultural\, biological and chemical/technology; early warning signs and symptoms of infestation; and decision making resources. CCA credits and 5.5 DEC credits are available! Categories 1A\, 10\, 22\, 23 & 24. Registration cost is $25 for NYSBGA members and $50 for non-members. Registrations MUST be received 7 days prior; late fee is $20. Click here for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spotted-wing-drosophila-winter-regional-workshops-2/
LOCATION:Cornell Cooperative Extension: Albany County\, 24 Martin Road\, Voorheesville\, NY 12186
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141216T014538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141216T014538Z
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SUMMARY:Human Resources Workshop: Get Your Team: Hire\, Train & Retain a Strong Farm Crew
DESCRIPTION:Improve your bottom line and increase overall business sustainability by learning from the successful human resources systems of experienced farm-managers. Gain practical people-management skills and get take-home resources to help you hire and keep a great crew. Presenters include farmers with both large and small staff\, state and federal department of labor representatives\, corporate perspectives and farmer-to-farmer networking opportunities. \nPresenters: Paul Harlow\, Westminster Organics; Jane Sorensen\, River Berry Farm; Ross Thurber\, Lilac Ridge Farm; Ashley Orgain\, Seventh Generation; Federal and State Dept of Labor staff \nTopics include: \n\nDetermining Needs: organizational charts\, job descriptions\, full season vs. weeder crews\, apprentices vs. hourly labor\, middle management\nFarm HR Policies: relevant & legal interviewing\, checking references\, wage scales & incentive pay\, handbooks\, safety & ER plans\, tracking labor & metrics\, exit interviewing\nOrganizing the Team: how to be a good supervisor\, delegating & autonomy\, communicating expectations & feedback\, accountability\, training  in standards & efficiencies\, performance reviews\, working with friends & family\nLegal Aspects of Hiring: understanding state and federal law on wage & hour regulations\, interns\, volunteers\nUnderstanding & tracking the relationship of labor management to profitability\, when to buy equipment\n\nPart of our 3-part Labor Management Skill Building for Farmers workshop series. This workshop will also be held in Williston. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact:\nNOFA Vermont \n\n\n\n\n\nContact Email:\ninfo@nofavt.org\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Phone:\n802-434-4122
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/human-resources-workshop-get-your-team-hire-train-retain-a-strong-farm-crew/
LOCATION:Red Schoolhouse\, 45 So. Randolph Rd Vermont Technical College campus\, Randolph\, VT
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150119
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20140908T234943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20140908T235003Z
UID:11330-1421452800-1421625599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmer Brewer Winter Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Farmer Brewer is intended to be an immersive experience where participants will learn about grains\, farming\, malting and brewing.  \nThe format allows everyone to learn a great deal of information from workshops and our esteemed speakers. There is also plenty of time to socialize and enjoy great food and beer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDETAILS\n$550 Per person includes meals and hotel for Saturday night. Meals will be lovingly grown by local farms and creatively served by local chefs. Accommodations on Saturday night are at the Courtyard Marriott in Hadley\, MA. \n$100 Discount for couples or double occupancy. \nSpace is limited to 100 people. \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmer-brewer-winter-weekend/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, Hadley\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141120T234142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150116T225119Z
UID:12267-1421863200-1421874000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Strategic Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Is your marketing strategy “we sell whatever we have to anyone that will buy it”? Learn how a focused strategy and specific efforts can reduce your marketing labor needs and make every step count. If you want to sharpen and focus your marketing skills or just don’t know where to begin developing a marketing plan\, Matt LeRoux from Cornell Cooperative Extension is here to help you get started! Learn how to develop a marketing strategy around your core customers and how to develop communications based on this strategy\, including customized special offers/ promotions. \nLocal hero members receive a discounted rate of $35 for the three-part series\, or $15 for each individual session. The cost for non-members for all three sessions is $45\, or $18 for individual sessions. Each class includes dinner. For more information contact Devon Whitney-Deal at 413-665-7100\, ext. 22 or sign up below.\nLoading… \n \n\nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/advanced-strategic-marketing/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150128T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141119T211448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150128T031609Z
UID:12224-1422466200-1422477000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Winter Workshop Series: Introduction to Brand Communications
DESCRIPTION:Come learn the concept of marketing and branding agricultural businesses and talk about the importance of developing and embodying a brand that works for the farm.  In this session Rachael Colacino from Colacino Communications will introduce and help you develop or edit your farm “story” – an important backbone piece that is used when speaking to the public directly or via point of purchase materials\, websites\, press releases\, etc. Michael Kilpatrick of Kilpatrick Family Farm\, and Caroline Pam of The Kitchen Garden\, will share their farm story and branding best practices with you. \nLocal Hero member cost for the workshops is $80 for the complete series or $15 for individual sessions.  Non-Local Hero rates are $100 for the complete series or $18 per individual session. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031. \n \n\nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introduction-to-brand-communications/
LOCATION:The Kittredge Center\, 303 Homestead Ave\, Room KC303\, Holyo
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150128T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141223T194541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150109T003132Z
UID:12727-1422468000-1422475200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Legal Services Food Hub
DESCRIPTION:Legal Services Food Hub: Info Session for Farmer\, Food Entrepreneurs\, and Lawyers. \nThe Legal Services Food Hub is a pro bono legal services clearinghouse where eligible farmers\, food entrepreneurs\, and food system related nonprofits or community organizations can seek free legal assistance with their transactional needs. Legal staff at Conservation Law Foundation (“CLF”) manage the project\, monitoring an intake hotline and email address where participants submit their requests for assistance. Once participants are screened for income eligibility\, their case is then placed with an attorney in the Hub’s Attorney Network. CLF staff periodically monitor the case to ensure the representation is going well for both parties. \nLearn how the Legal Services Food Hub is connecting farmers and food entrepreneurs with pro bono legal help – and how local lawyers can get involved.\n• Learn how the Hub works.\n• Meet lawyers and farmers who have benefited\nfrom its services.\n• Find out how farmers & food entrepreneurs\nmight get assistance.\n• Learn how lawyers can join this growing network. \nInfo For Farmers: 7:15pm – 8:00pm \nClick for more details.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/legal-services-food-hub/
LOCATION:Pioneer Valley Planning Commission\, 60 Congress Street\, Springfield
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141216T014715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141216T014715Z
UID:12593-1422957600-1422975600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Labor Management for Farmers\, Session II: Run Your Team - Middlebury
DESCRIPTION:Run Your Team: Tools for Managing and Motivating Employees on the Farm \nEmployees make it possible to get more done\, but managing workers and their work takes dedicated time\, energy and processes. Whether you manage one seasonal worker or a large year-round crew\, good management can make the difference between making headway on your farm’s work or just creating headaches. Join veteran farmer and educator Chris Blanchard to learn how to create a productive\, positive work environment by communicating clear expectations and implementing systems for efficiency and accountability. \nThis workshop will cover systems for removing emotion from management decisions and actions\, implementing effective leadership\, practical tools to increase employee satisfaction and productivity\, employee recruitment and dismissal\, and how to collect and use labor information to make operational and investment decisions. \nTopics include: \n\nWhat are employees for?\nLeadership through inspiration\, accountability\, authority & support\nUsing systems to remove emotion from management\nCreating pathways to accountability and efficiency\nSpecific tools to achieve workplace satisfaction and productivity for all\n\nPresenter: Chris Blanchard. In fourteen years of farming at Rock Spring Farm\, Chris managed over 100 employees\, made hundreds of mistakes\, and changed the work environment from “The Yelling Farm” into a place he was proud to manage. His workshops are high-energy\, fast paced and media-rich. His presentations have gained a reputation for fresh approaches\, down-to-earth information\, honesty and humor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact:\nNOFA Vermont \n\n\n\n\n\nContact Email:\ninfo@nofavt.org\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Phone:\n802-434-4122
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/labor-management-for-farmers-session-ii-run-your-team-middlebury/
LOCATION:Ilsley Public LIbrary\, 75 Main Street\, Middlebury\, VT
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150204T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141119T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150204T211802Z
UID:12227-1423071000-1423081800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Media Communications: Creating a Press Release & Business Story
DESCRIPTION:As a business owner it is important to learn the value of developing relationships with the media\, and Rachael Colacino from Colacino Communications will walk you through press release development and ‘pitching.’ She will use some of this time to critique sample press releases and to develop business ‘boiler plates’ to add to the end of each press release. You will also work toward creating a first draft of a press release for your farm/business and be provided with a media contact list to get you started. \nLocal Hero member cost for the workshops is $80 for the complete series or $15 for individual sessions. Non-Local Hero rates are $100 for the complete series or $18 per individual session. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031. \n \nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/media-communications-creating-a-press-release-farm-story/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150205T141500
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20150121T182935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150121T182935Z
UID:13029-1423141200-1423145700@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Tools For Finding and Assessing Farmland
DESCRIPTION:New Entry Sustainable Farming Project invites you to participate in a series of two webinars for farmland seekers. These webinars will focus on finding farmland\, assessing farmland\, and the practical details of farmland leasing. Webinars are free and open to everyone. Registration is required. \nWebinar 1: Tools For Finding and Assessing Farmland \nJoin New Entry Sustainable Farming Project’s Farmland Matching Service for a webinar on tools for finding and assessing farmland in New England. Learn about local and regional resources that can help you identify potential farmland and discover tools that can help you  identify key considerations for careful examination of a site\, including conditions and variables that may affect the viability of your farm operation. Presenters include Kathy Ruhf at Land for Good\, Ben Waterman at University of Vermont Extension Center for Sustainable Agriculture\, and Noelle Fogg at New Entry Sustainable Farming Project. \nCLICK for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-tools-for-finding-and-assessing-farmland/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141120T234434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150130T202907Z
UID:12269-1423677600-1423688400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Evaluating Market Channels and Setting Prices
DESCRIPTION:This session will teach farmers how to evaluate market opportunities in different marketing channels and then to develop product pricing for each channel. Matt LeRoux from Cornell Cooperative Extension will cover practical methods to set the right pricing for your farm and market. Farmers will be better prepared to make informed decisions about setting prices (volume vs. niche…specializing vs. diversifying\, etc.) and adjusting prices for different markets (what are the types?\, which are most effective?). Other topics include whether loss leaders or special sales are a good idea for your farm\, and how to manage promotions. Click here to RSVP\, contact Devon Whitney-Deal at 413-665-7100\, ext. 22. \nLocal hero members receive a discounted rate of $35 for the three-part series\, or $15 for each individual session. The cost for non-members for all three sessions is $45\, or $18 for individual sessions. Each class includes dinner. For more information contact Devon Whitney-Deal at 413-665-7100\, ext. 22 or sign up below.\nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/advanced-evaluating-market-channels-and-setting-prices/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191232
CREATED:20141119T211938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150130T203106Z
UID:12228-1423762200-1423773000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Writing for Electronic Communications
DESCRIPTION:Blogs\, twitter\, Facebook\, and e-mail newsletters are more and more popular and are becoming critical tools in direct marketing. Liz Provo from Mass Marketing Resources will review when to use different forms of electronic social media\, guidelines for writing for each\, and help you think through the cost/benefits of each medium. She will also give you an opportunity to hone your “voice” through sample writing. \nLocal Hero member cost for the workshops is $80 for the complete series or $15 for individual sessions. Non-Local Hero rates are $100 for the complete series or $18 per individual session. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031. \n \nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/writing-for-electronic-communications/
LOCATION:Kittredge Center\, Holyoke Community College\, 303 Homestead Ave\, Holyoke
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150213T191120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150213T191912Z
UID:13211-1424026800-1424034000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mid-Winter Field Holler!!!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mid-winter-field-holler/
LOCATION:The Parlor Room\, 32 Masonic Street\, Northampton\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20141119T212304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150130T203502Z
UID:12229-1424282400-1424293200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Print Design and Critique
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will cover the basics of effective print communications such as Point of Purchase (POP)\, labels\, brochures\, advertising\, etc. Devon Whitney-Deal from CISA\, will review what information needs to be included on each piece and help you understand how the public responds to print pieces. This workshop is designed to help you develop your own print pieces\, or enter into an informed conversation with a print designer. We will allow time for small group critiques of print pieces brought in by participants. \nLocal Hero member cost for the workshops is $80 for the complete series or $15 for individual sessions. Non-Local Hero rates are $100 for the complete series or $18 per individual session. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031.\n \nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/print-design-and-critique/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150219T141500
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150121T183221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150121T183353Z
UID:13030-1424350800-1424355300@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Nuts and Bolts of Farmland Leasing
DESCRIPTION:New Entry Sustainable Farming Project invites you to participate in a series of two webinars for farmland seekers. These webinars will focus on finding farmland\, assessing farmland\, and the practical details of farmland leasing. Webinars are free and open to everyone. Registration is required. \nWebinar 2: Nuts and Bolts of Farmland Leasing \nJoin New Entry Sustainable Farming project for a webinar discussing the basic practical details of farmland leasing. Learn about the benefits of farmland leasing\, elements of a good lease\, finding the “right” relationship with a land owner\, and expectations of engaging legal help. Presenters include Kathy Ruhf at Land For Good\, Elena Mihaly at Legal Services Food Hub\, and Noelle Fogg at New Entry Sustainable Farming Project. \nCLICK for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-nuts-and-bolts-of-farmland-leasing/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150219T212145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150219T212145Z
UID:13284-1424419200-1424451600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Reversing Global Warming: Carbon Farming for Food\, Health\, Prosperity and Planet!
DESCRIPTION:This one-day conference\, sponsored by the Institute for Sustainability and Post-carbon Education and organized by Biodiversity for a Livable Climate\, will take place at Bristol Community College in Fall River\, Mass.\, on Friday\, February 20th. \nAn exciting line-up of scientists\, farmers\, ranchers — and more — will present on topics of interest to farmers\, gardeners\, park and forest managers\, land stewards\, nursery and landscape professionals\, government officials\, civic leaders\, educators … and all other folks concerned about health\, economic well-being\, and our ecological future. \nClimate activist and Fall River Mayor Sam Sutter will offer welcoming remarks to attendees. \nFor conference program details and to register\, visit our event page.\n\nLunch and snacks are included in the registration fee of $35 to $10 (sliding scale). \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/reversing-global-warming-carbon-farming-for-food-health-prosperity-and-planet/
LOCATION:Bristol Community College- Auditorium H 210\, 777 Elsbree Street\, Fall Rive\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150225T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150226T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150115T183314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150115T183455Z
UID:12994-1424847600-1424968200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Harvest New England: Ag Marketing Conference and Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:The Harvest New England Agricultural Marketing Conference and Trade show is one of New England’s largest agricultural marketing conferences. The conference was first held in 2007 and takes place biennially. \nCLICK for information about this year’s conference.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/harvest-new-england-ag-marketing-conference-and-trade-show/
LOCATION:Sturbridge Host Hotel\, Sturbridge \, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150226T133000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20141117T200915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141117T200915Z
UID:12202-1424944800-1424957400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Plant Nutrition and Organic Certification for Greenhouse Crops
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information and to register. \nFor more information contact: \nTina Smith\, Univ. of Mass\, Amherst 413-545-5306\, Geoffrey Njue\, Univ. of Mass\, Cranberry Exp. Station 508-295-2212 ext. 47\, or Bob Luczai\, Massachusetts Flower Growers Association for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/plant-nutrition-and-organic-certification-for-greenhouse-crops/
LOCATION:D&D Farms Inc.\, 32 Hudson Rd.\, Stow\, MA 01775
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150304T210000
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CREATED:20141119T212700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150130T203710Z
UID:12231-1425492000-1425502800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Website Design and Development
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will cover the basics of effective electronic communications\, such as websites\, blogs\, social media\, email newsletters\, SEO\, video\, and mobile\, etc. Carey Baker\, from Midnightson Designs\, will review what information needs to be included in these communication tools and help you understand how the public typically interacts with electronic media. This workshop is designed to help you develop your own websites or enter into an informed conversation with a web designer. We will allow time for small group critiques of participant materials/websites. \nLocal Hero member cost for the workshops is $80 for the complete series or $15 for individual sessions. Non-Local Hero rates are $100 for the complete series or $18 per individual session. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031.\n \nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/website-design-and-development/
LOCATION:Kittredge Center\, Holyoke Community College\, 303 Homestead Ave\, Holyoke
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150305T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20141216T014908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20141216T014908Z
UID:12595-1425549600-1425567600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Labor Management for Farmers\, Session III: Conflict on the Team - Randolph
DESCRIPTION:Conflict on the Team: Effective Leadership & Communication with Farm Employees \nBecome a better manager by learning how to navigate different personalities and developing your leadership style. Through presentation of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI copyright)\, workshop attendees will gain awareness and practical skills in clear communication\, creating a positive work environment and managing a diverse team. These life skills are applicable well beyond the barn or field. Challenge your assumptions about yourself and your employees to increase everyone’s workplace satisfaction. \nHighly-experienced farmers Chris Dutton & Don Zasada will share in-depth lessons learned from hiring\, training & working with hundreds of farm crew members\, including how to adjust farm systems to cope with employee turnover\, dealing with “that one bad apple”\, and developing an engaged\, productive and efficient crew. Practical information will be highlighted. \nPresenters: Daniel Cantor Yalowitz\, Ed.D.\, Graduate School Dean\, School for International Training\, Brattleboro\, VT & Washington\, DC; Chris Dutton\, dairy farmer\, veterinarian & professor\, Vermont Technical College; Don Zasada\, Caretaker Farm\, MA and formerly Director of Agriculture at The Food Project\, MA \nThis workshop will also take place in Williston. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact:\nNOFA Vermont \n\n\n\n\n\nContact Email:\ninfo@nofavt.org\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Phone:\n802-434-4122
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/labor-management-for-farmers-session-iii-conflict-on-the-team-randolph/
LOCATION:Red Schoolhouse\, Vermont Technical College Campus\, 46 So. Randolph Rd\, Randolph\, VT
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150310T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150310T143000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150220T190516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150220T190516Z
UID:13314-1425985200-1425997800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmers needed for focus groups in MA!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on the affects of healthcare and child care on farm businesses. \nResearchers at the University of Vermont are seeking farmers to participate in listening sessions as part of a study on healthcare and child care. This study is looking at the ways healthcare and child care costs impact farm business in the Northeast and is intended to help develop policy that minimizes the challenges and maximizes the opportunities farm families face when making household-level decisions\, such as healthcare and child care. \n11:00am – 12:30pm: Balancing Work and Family\nHow do children impact your farm operation?\nParticipants must be farmers with children but no other knowledge or experience is needed. \n1:00pm – 2:30pm: Farming and Health\nHow does healthcare impact your farm operation?\nParticipants must be farmers but no other knowledge or experience is needed. \nLunch will be provided and thank you gifts will be given to all participants \nRSVP for one or both sessions to Emily Stengel\n717-669-1666 or estengel@uvm.edu
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmers-needed-for-focus-groups-in-ma/
LOCATION:Farm Bureau Office\, 249 Lakeside Avenue\, Marlborough\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150311T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20141120T234832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150130T204216Z
UID:12271-1426096800-1426107600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Market Research: Identifying your Customers
DESCRIPTION:This advanced workshop will walk through the process of identifying your business’ target audience and help you develop a clear understanding of your customer’s perception of your brand. Attendees will break into small groups and “workshop” different target audiences. The class will also provide tools to assist business owners in completing their own market research with “core customers” (ideas for identifying top customers\, sample interview questions for top 10 customers\, etc.). Click here to sign up for the class\, or contact Devon Whitney-Deal\, 413-665-7100\, ext. 22 for more information. \nLocal hero members receive a discounted rate of $35 for the three-part series\, or $15 for each individual session. The cost for non-members for all three sessions is $45\, or $18 for individual sessions. Each class includes dinner. For more information contact Devon Whitney-Deal at 413-665-7100\, ext. 22 or sign up below.\nLoading…\n \n\nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/advanced-market-research-identifying-your-customers/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150312T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150212T231927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150212T232635Z
UID:13194-1426154400-1426174200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Spring Kickoff for Landscapers: UMass Extension Landscape Education Day
DESCRIPTION:Spring Kickoff for Landscapers: UMass Extension Landscape Education Day\n\nEvery new year comes with its own challenges for successful maintenance of healthy and attractive landscapes. These challenges include variable and unpredictable weather\, insect pests\, weeds and changing regulations. Join UMass Extension Educators at the UMass Cranberry Research Station in East Wareham for a day of learning about the latest research-based information to help you kick off a successful landscape management season. Topics include early season weed management in the landscape\, 2015 disease and insect pest forecast for woody ornamentals\, troubleshooting problems of annuals and perennials in the landscape\, IPM for landscape and residential turf\, and pruning ornamental trees and shrubs.\n\nCost: $75 includes lunch. \n\nFour pesticide contact hours for categories 29\, 36\, and Applicators License. 1.5 ISA\, 3.5 CFE\, and 1 MCH credits available. MCA\, MCLP and AOLCP credit requested.\n\nTo register or to find more information\, click here.\n\nDate: March 12\, 2015\nTime: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm\nLocation: Elks Lodge\, 2855 Cranberry Hwy (Route 6)\, East Wareham\, MA
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spring-kickoff-for-landscapers-umass-extension-landscape-education-day/
LOCATION:Elks Lodge\, 2855 Cranberry Hwy (Route 6)\, East Wareham\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150312T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20141119T213036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150130T204405Z
UID:12232-1426181400-1426192200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Place of Sale Design/Merchandising
DESCRIPTION:This session will introduce you to techniques that maximize sales once you get someone to your place of sale. Michael McCusker will review effective display options\, store flow\, and other aspects of point of sale design. He will review examples of good and bad designs through a power point presentation with lots of slides of marketing set ups.  This is a great way to evaluate and improve your current market booth space\, store layout\, or farm stand. \nLocal Hero member cost for the workshops is $80 for the complete series or $15 for individual sessions. Non-Local Hero rates are $100 for the complete series or $18 per individual session. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031.\n\nLoading…
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/12232/
LOCATION:Kittredge Center\, Holyoke Community College\, 303 Homestead Ave\, Holyoke
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150314T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150226T222021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150226T222505Z
UID:13368-1426327200-1426341600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Growing & Pruning Blueberries
DESCRIPTION:Blueberries are among the most popular fruits to grow in the home garden.  They are healthful and well suited to grow in our New England conditions  Come learn the basics for growing blueberries in your home landscape or small scale commercial operation.  The workshop will include some hands-on pruning lessons.  Bring your own tools or use ours. There will be a break for participants to enjoy a BYO lunch. \nCost: $50 \nFor more information or to register\, click here.  \n workshop will be partially out of doors\, so please dress appropriately for potentially wet\, cold\, and muddy conditions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/growing-pruning-blueberries/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150318T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150318T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150317T175514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150317T175631Z
UID:13602-1426671000-1426699800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:11th Annual Vermont Grain Growers Conference
DESCRIPTION:The conference will be held on Wednesday\, March 18 in Essex\, Vermont — the theme is Grains in a Diversified Farming System and will feature a keynote address by Paul Muller of Full Belly Farm\, a diversified vegetable and livestock farm in northern California. \nTopics to be addressed include:\nGrowing barley for food\, feed and malt\nGrains in a diversified farming system\nGrowing and processing ancient wheats\nDeveloping a farmer-miller-baker partnership\nGrazing grains for poultry production\nTwo baking sessions\nVendor exhibits and many more sessions! \nTake a look at a short video clip of past conference highlights. \nFor more information or to register\, visit our website.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/11th-annual-vermont-grain-growers-conference/
LOCATION:The Essex Resort\, 70 Essex Way\, Essex\, VT\, 05452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20150319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20150319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T191233
CREATED:20150212T215233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150212T215340Z
UID:13183-1426762800-1426777200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Farm Management Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Event date/time: Thursday\, March 19th 11:00am to 3:00 pm\nThursday\, March 26\, 2015 – 11:00am to 3:00pm\nThursday\, April 2\, 2015 – 11:00am to 3:00pm\nThursday\, April 9\, 2015 – 11:00am to 3:00pm\n\nPlace: Brigham Hill Community Farm\, North Grafton\, MA\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop series is for mid-career producers who are serious about building their financial management and strategic marketing skills. Participants will evaluate their businesses’ overall financial condition and examine the costs and profitability of individual enterprises. With a handle on production costs\, participants will be able to assess their marketing plans and options\, revise their product mix\, and project next year’s profits and cash flow. Each location is limited to 25 participants to facilitate in-depth learning. We encourage multiple people from a farm to attend together. \nThis workshop series is for those serious about acquiring new skills they can apply immediately in their own farm operations. Participants will need to commit to attending the four sessions\, completing homework assignments between sessions\, and applying what they learn to their farm operations. To get the most value from this workshop series\, participants will need to have a Profit and Loss Statement and a Balance Sheet for their farm. \nIn addition to the four classes\, there will be a weekly webinar for people to gain clarity and help with concepts from the previous class. \nTo apply for this program\, please fill out the short questionnaire located at: http://tinyurl.com/nbh6nmk \nPre-registration cost: Application and $25 per farm\nPre-registration Deadline:  Two weeks prior to start of session or until session fills (25 people). \nLevel: Intermediate to advanced \nThis program is funded through a Northeast Extension Risk Management Education Grant funded through USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2012-49200-20031.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/advanced-farm-management-workshop/
LOCATION:Brigham Hill Community Farm\, 37 Wheeler Road\, North Grafton\, MA\, 01536\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Seth Wilner":MAILTO:Seth.Wilner@unh.edu
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