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SUMMARY:Farm Business Planning Course
DESCRIPTION:Farm Business Planning Course\nOctober 15 to December 3: Every Tuesday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm\n(includes remote online classes)\nNew Entry Farmer Training Center: 733 Cabot Street\, Moraine Farm\, Beverly\, MA\nInstructors: Kevin Cody and Ben Zoba \nWhat to Expect\nOver the eight-week course\, you will create a plan to start or grow your farm business. Throughout this course you will learn how to: \n\nCreate a mission and vision for your business\nDevelop a budget and a plan to fund your business\nCreate a marketing plan for your business\nSet goals and create a timeline for your farm business to grow\nWeave those elements together into a cohesive business plan\n\n*Completion of this course is necessary to be eligible for the New Entry Farm Incubator Program \nPricing\nThe cost of the course is $400.\nIf you are worried about affording the course\, we offer scholarship opportunities to those with financial need. \nRegistration\nTo register\, click here.\nAfter registering\, click here to pay for the course on EventBrite. \nIf you have any further questions about the Farm Business Planning Course visit our website\, contact Kevin Cody at kevin.cody@tufts.edu or call (978) 529-2362.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-business-planning-course-2/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
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SUMMARY:Pests and Pets\, Managing Animals in the Packhouse
DESCRIPTION:When: Tuesday\, October 8\, 2019 from 5 pm to 7 pm \nWhere: UMass Agricultural Learning Center\, 911 North Pleasant St.\, Amherst\, MA 01003 \nPackhouse pests\, including birds and rodents\, affect produce quality and pose food safety risks. They can also be hard to get rid of! New food safety regulations require that covered farms have a pest control program to minimize food safety risks. Learn how to implement a pest control program on your farm and how to manage risks posed by even beloved animals\, like cats and dogs. \nSPEAKERS \n\nAmanda Brown\, UMass Student Farm Enterprise – designing a new packhouse and getting certified by the Commonwealth Quality Program\nHans Estrin\, UVM Extension – considerations for building or retrofitting your wash/pack space with an eye toward food safety\nNatasha Wright\, Braman Termite & Pest Elimination – tips and techniques from the professionals\nJim Ward – How we control birds at Ward’s Berry Farm\nWally Czajkowski – How we control rodents at Plainville Farm\n\n\nThe meeting will be followed by a light dinner and time for questions and discussion \nThis event is FREE\, but please RSVP so we can plan ahead for dinner \n**1 pesticide recertification credit available** \nREGISTER HERE:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pests-and-pets-managing-animals-in-the-packhouse-tickets-72589287513 \nContact Lisa McKeag at 413-545-1051 or lmckeag@umass.edu for more information
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pests-and-pets-managing-animals-in-the-packhouse/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20191003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20191003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190924T122439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T122439Z
UID:31760-1570114800-1570122000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm to School Sales Tour: Western Mass. Food Processing Center
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Fall Farm & Food Tour Series \nWe are excited to announce a series of farm and food tours at sites across Massachusetts. These tours are designed for school nutrition professionals and school administrators interested in expanding their use of local foods in school meals\, but are open to everyone!  \nPre-registration is required\, please click the links below to register for each tour individually.  \n[All events will be held rain or shine.] \n10/3/19\, 3:00-5:00PM: Western Mass. Food Processing Center\, Greenfield\, MA \nCome out to the Western Mass Food Processing Center at Franklin County CDC for a tour and discussion about farm to school sales. Join us for a guided tour of the processing center and a chance to meet and speak with FCCDC staff\, and we’ll hear from some local farmers and school buyers.  \nThe Western Mass Food Processing Center helps growers and food entrepreneurs add value to food grown locally. Through their Extended Season program they increase the region’s capacity to lightly process fruits and vegetables (freezing and canning) in order to make local food accessible to institutional buyers year-round. The Center freezes up to 100\,000 lbs of regional produce annually for consumption in local schools\, such as carrot coins\, broccoli\, squash\, potatoes and bell peppers. Throughout the tour you will have the opportunity to learn about purchasing from the Center to help you source locally now and into the future.  \nLocation: 324 Wells St\, Greenfield\, MA 01301 \nRegister here: Western Mass Food Processing Center Tour
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-to-school-sales-tour-western-mass-food-processing-center/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190924T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190815T224931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190918T185444Z
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SUMMARY:Workshop: Get the most out of your farm's POS system 
DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmstand and store managers! Get expert advice from presenter Erin Pirro of Farm Credit East on how to use your point-of-sale system to make better business decisions for your farm. A well designed point-of-sale system is key to farm profitability\, yet few farms come close to maximizing the potential of their point-of-sale systems. Taking time to choose the right system and set it up well can pay off many times over in the long run. Learn how to use your point-of-sale system most effectively to stay on top of sales trends\, look at margins\, track your inventory\, and increase farm profitability. Dinner will be provided. The cost is $12 per person for Local Hero members and $15 for non-members. Register below\, or contact Kristen Wilmer at 413-665-7100\, ext. 12 with any questions.\n\n\n \n\n\n\nChoose Attendance Option\n\n\nLH Non-Member $15.00 USDLH Member $12.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name of attendee:\n\n\n\n\n\nEnter farm/business name:
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/workshop-get-the-most-out-of-your-farms-pos-system/
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/Halifax:20190922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190922T170000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190911T180342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T180342Z
UID:31677-1569146400-1569171600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Explore Farming Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Explore Farming Workshop\nSunday\, September 22 from 10:00am – 12:00pm\nNew Entry Farmer Training Center: 733 Cabot Street\, Moraine Farm\, Beverly\, MA \nThis free two hour workshop includes activities and presentations to bring your interest in farming to the next level. \nYou will learn about local food systems\, what it means to be a farmer in New England\, and the next steps you can take toward starting your own farm business. \nThe workshop will also include a presentation on New Entry’s courses and services and a tour of the incubator farm! \nTo register click here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/explore-farming-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190815T164951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190815T164951Z
UID:31557-1568379600-1568383200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Attorney General Meeting on Overtime
DESCRIPTION:“I am writing to invite you to a meeting with State Representative Natalie Blais\, The Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development’s office\, and the Attorney General’s office to discuss the implications of the recent Chang Farm ruling by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC). The meeting will occur on Friday\, September 13th at 1pm at Nourse Farms in Whately.  \nIn March\, the SJC ruled that workers involved in on-farm “preparation for market” activities are not exempt from overtime pay while doing tasks that are considered “preparation for market”. It had been the understanding for many years that market preparation was exempt from overtime requirements. \nThis ruling has had significant implications for many farms across the Commonwealth. The Attorney General’s office is responsible for enforcing these policies. At the request of State Representative Natalie Blais\, staff has agreed to meet with local farmers to give an overview of overtime rules and regulations and will do their best to answer questions to help you to understand the application of the ruling.  The Attorney General’s office will do their best to answer questions and provide clarification on the grey areas that exist in regards to what constitutes “preparation for market” activities versus other farm tasks which are covered by the overtime exemption. \nPlease note that the purpose of this meeting is not to discuss or argue the merits or logic of the SJC ruling as the ruling is beyond the control of these offices. Rather\, this meeting is intended to help you gain a clearer understanding of the implications of the ruling and how it will be enforced. \nPlease pass this invitation on to other farmers who might have an interest. \nIf you would like to attend please RSVP by September 9th\, 2019 to lily.wallace@mahouse.gov \nAny questions\, please let me know. \nBrad Mitchell \nMA Farm Bureau \n508.481.4766
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/attorney-general-meeting-on-overtime/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190826T194143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T194214Z
UID:31594-1566846000-1566849600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Right Animal\, Right Place\, Right Time
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: Right Animal\, Right Place\, Right Time  \nWhen: Tuesday\, August 27th\, 2019 \nTime: 7:00pm to 8:00pm \nLocation: ONLINE \nCost: FREE!!! \nLivestock can be a wonderful tool for both farm profitability and ecological health of the farm\, if only managed correctly. Understanding the way animals behave\, and thinking of our role as orchestrating their movement through a habitat is critical to maintain the health of the animals and of the land. Join this webinar to explore the key considerations for ruminants\, pigs\, and poultry and ways they can be ecologically managed on the farm. \nPresenter: Steve Gabriel  of Wellspring Forest Farm in New York \nThe Webinar can be accessed by registering below: \nRegistration URL: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2119803841754614284 \nWebinar ID: 907-005-635 \nTo Join the Webinar by Phone: 415-655-0060 access code: 118-986-808 \nAs always\, NOFA’s webinars are free and past episodes can be viewed on our YouTube page. If you want a reminder for this webinar\, feel free to contact me on 413-214-1237 or email me at anna@nofamass.org.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-right-animal-right-place-right-time/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190818T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190818T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190305T194107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T194107Z
UID:30187-1566122400-1566140400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Seed Saving
DESCRIPTION:Seed saving brings tremendous benefits to the willing gardener. Learn how seeds develop\, stay dormant\, and germinate. This hands-on workshop covers harvesting\, cleaning\, and storing a wide spectrum of native seeds. Spend time in the field observing and collecting seeds\, then practice cleaning. Take your seeds home at the end of class. Bring a lunch and dress appropriately for the field. \nProgram Code: HOR3205\nInstructor: Kate Stafford\nFee: $66 (Member) / $80 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: all certificates\nCEU: MALP MCLP: 1; NOFA AOLCP: 5\nCosponsor: Ecological Landscape Alliance\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/seed-saving-2/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190730T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190305T193809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T193809Z
UID:30185-1564509600-1564520400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Landscape Ecology
DESCRIPTION:Landscape ecology is the science of understanding the interaction of ecological processes on a multitude of scales and spatial patterns\, with an aim at improving and supporting these systems for a healthy environment. In this intro class\, we explore the principles of landscape ecology\, examine case studies\, and take a brief field walk to orient ourselves to thinking BIG! \nProgram Code: HOR8025\nFee: $40 (Member) / $48 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: all certificates\nCEU: MALP MCLP: 1; NOFA AOLCP: 3\nCosponsor: Ecological Landscape Alliance\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introduction-to-landscape-ecology/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190305T192715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T192715Z
UID:30178-1561284000-1561302000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Citizen Science with the Beecology Project
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Robert Gegear\, 2018 recipient of the Society’s Regional Impact Award\, for a hands-on workshop on pollinators. Learn to identify local bumblebee species and then use the Beecology Project phone app to collect and contribute bumblebee data from field observation. This class can be taken alone or in tandem with the Ecological Pollinator Conservation class. \nProgram Code: BOT1511\nInstructor: Robert Gegear\nFee: $66 (Member) / $80 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: all certificates\nCEU: NOFA AOLCP: 5\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/citizen-science-with-the-beecology-project/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190429T131546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T131546Z
UID:30765-1560330000-1560340800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Field Workshop: Soil sampling\, forage calculations\, plant identification\, grazing management
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, June 12\, 9 am to 12 noon\nWindmist Farm\, 71 Weeden Lane\, Jamestown\, RI\nTopics: Soil sampling\, forage calculations\, plant identification\, grazing management\nSpeakers: Andy Radin and Dr. Justine Deming\, URI \nRegister for this workshop at:\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/sFIqmM2oxieDkTdg2 or by emailing jean.king@uconn.edu\n\nThese workshops are part of a 2017-2020 USDA/NESARE Professional Development Program Grant\, a joint\nproject among the Universities of CT\, MA and RI.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/field-workshop-soil-sampling-forage-calculations-plant-identification-grazing-management/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190607T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190427T005132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190427T005132Z
UID:30747-1559896200-1559912400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Greater Quabbin Food Alliance Spring Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Spring biannual Greater Quabbin Food Alliance meeting on June 7th! Come share your ideas with the community\, learn about local projects\, and join a network of farmers\, businesses\, and organizations working to strengthen local food economies.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n8:30 AM: Coffee\, pastries and informal networking.\n9:00 AM -12:00 PM: Welcome\, lightning talks\, and working groups break out.\n12:00 -1:00 PM: Local lunch from Petersham Country Store & “Local Makers Market” \nAttendees are encouraged to bring local\, non-perishable\, handmade food and farm products to sell at the gathering. Some examples of local food and farm products include honey\, dried herbs\, soap\, maple syrup products\, wool products\, and candles. \nPlease contact AmeriCorps member Kat Kowalski with any questions about the market at kowalski@mountgrace.org.\nFor more information\, visit quabbinfoodalliance.wordpress.com.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/greater-quabbin-food-alliance-spring-gathering-3/
LOCATION:Orange Innovation Center\, 131 West Main Street\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190610
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190319T143537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T143627Z
UID:30367-1559865600-1560124799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Strolling of the Heifers Weekend
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of fun and education for the whole family\, built around the world-famous\, agriculturally-themed Strolling of the Heifers Parade. Come down to Brattleboro’s historic Main Street and dance to the MOOOsic on Saturday\, June 8! \nThe parade kicks off at 10 am sharp with scores of lovable heifer calves – groomed\, decorated and led by future farmers. The heifers are followed by farm animals\, bands\, tractors\, floats\, clowns and surprises. \nWhen it’s over\, follow the crowd to the Slow Living Expo for food\, entertainment\, animals\, tractors\, music and family fun — plus demonstrations\, a craft show and exhibits related to our mission of farm and food innovation. \nAnd that’s not all: Stroll Weekend starts Friday night\, June 7 with our Expo Festival featuring a culinary competition\, Gallery Walk\, music\, food\, fun and more. On Sunday\, June 9\, enjoy the Famous Farmers Breakfast\, the cycling Tour de Heifer and the Farm Tour. \nAlways rated one of Vermont’s Top 10 Summer Events! Visit the website for the full weekend schedule!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/strolling-of-the-heifers-weekend-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Brattleboro\, Brattleboro\, VT
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190608
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20181001T194649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190427T004445Z
UID:28639-1559779200-1559951999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Slow Living Summit 2019
DESCRIPTION:The ninth annual Slow Living Summit will take place in Brattleboro\, Vermont on Thursday\, June 6 and Friday\, June 7 2019. \nPresented by Strolling of the Heifers and Windham Grows\, the Summit’s focus is “The Future of Women in Food Entrepreneurship” and its goal is to bring together diverse entrepreneurs in the farm and food industries\, providing them with tools\, resources\, and mentorship they need to grow socially responsible businesses. \n“We invite and hope that people from ALL communities can join us for this year’s Summit\,” said Orly Munzing\, Founder of Strolling of the Heifers. “This year will focus on women’s stories\, but men\, women and non-binary people are part of those stories.” Panels this year include Law in the Era of #MeToo\, Non-traditional Financing for Women and Other Underserved Communities and How the Co-op Model Works for Women. \nSpeakers include economist\, author and Honor the Earth co-founder Winona LaDuke\, former Vermont gubernatorial candidate Christine Hallquist\, NPR’s Planet Money host Stacey Vanek Smith and Principal Founder of Breakthru Beverage\, Charles Merinoff.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/slow-living-summit-2019/
LOCATION:Downtown Brattleboro\, Brattleboro\, VT
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190601T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190601T153000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190305T183218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T183218Z
UID:30163-1559390400-1559403000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:An Ecological Approach to the Nursery and Greenhouse
DESCRIPTION:Nursery and greenhouse plant production can maximize ecological processes and practices. This technical yet informal workshop explores how mimicking and building on natural systems can create a sustainable\, safe\, and successful operation. \nProgram Code: HOR4082\nInstructor: Alexis Doshas\nFee: $46 (Member) / $56 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: HD/Adv.HD\nCEU: MALP MCLP: 1; MNLA MCH: .5; NOFA AOLCP: 3.5\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/an-ecological-approach-to-the-nursery-and-greenhouse-2/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190525T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190328T191544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T191604Z
UID:30525-1558789200-1558800000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:No-Till For Life Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Seeds of Solidarity founder and farmer Ricky teaches regenerative\, soil building techniques for low maintenance\, highly productive gardens. Treating the soil as sacred results in nourishing food\, mitigates impacts of climate change\, and inspires a deeper relationship with that which sustains life. This event follows a free tour of the farm and education center. \n$35-$50 sliding scale fee. Please email solidarity@seedsofsolidarity.org to register
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/no-till-for-life-workshop/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190429T131426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190429T131426Z
UID:30762-1557910800-1557921600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Field Workshop: Plant identification\, forage calculations\, soil health/sampling\, stockpiling
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 15\, 9 am to 12 noon\nUMASS Hadley Farm\, 111 North Maple St\, Hadley\, MA\nTopics: Plant identification\, forage calculations\, soil health/sampling\, stockpiling\nSpeakers: Bob Skalbite and Dr. Masoud Hasemi\, UMASS \nRegister for this workshop at:\nhttps://goo.gl/forms/sFIqmM2oxieDkTdg2 or by emailing jean.king@uconn.edu\n\nThese workshops are part of a 2017-2020 USDA/NESARE Professional Development Program Grant\, a joint\nproject among the Universities of CT\, MA and RI.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/field-workshop-plant-identification-forage-calculations-soil-healthsampling-stockpiling/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190108T211507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T211507Z
UID:29439-1557856800-1557864000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Berkshire Backyard Beekeepers
DESCRIPTION:Join local beekeepers on the second Tuesday of each month at 6pm on the grounds of Berkshire Botanical Garden. Each month’s meeting\, will involve season-appropriate discussions and demonstrations using the BBG apiary\, weather permitting. \nBerkshire Botanical Garden\n5 West Stockbridge Road\nStockbridge\, MA 01262 \nFor more information visit our website: http://www.berkshirebotanical.org/ \nOr Phone: 413-298-3926 \nOr Email: info@berkshirebotanical.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/berkshire-backyard-beekeepers-4/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Garden\, Route 102 and 183\, Stockbridge\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190409T133438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T141253Z
UID:30614-1557565200-1557579600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening the Community's Plant Sale & Gardener's Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join GTC and the Springfield Food Policy Council on Saturday\, May 11 for an annual Plant Sale and Gardener’s Gathering. \nThere will be a wide selection of healthy vegetable and fruit starts (young plants ready to go in the ground) available\, along with many herbs and flowers. \nPrices range from $2.00 – $4.00 for seedlings\, and only $25.00 for a beautiful\, overflowing hanging basket. \nNEW offerings this year: Cauliflower\, Celery\, Rainbow Swiss Chard\, Leeks\, Poblano Peppers\, Rosa Bianca Eggplant\, White Star Eggplant\, Chocolate Mint and many more! We are also offering many of last year’s favorites\, such as Gandules\, Aji Dulce\, Kale\, Sungold Cherry Tomatoes\, and Lavender! \nWe encourage you to come shop the day of the sale! We will have a wide selection of plants available including wrapped gift plants\, just in time for Mother’s Day\, as well as free workshops thanks to our partnership with the Springfield Food Policy Council. GTC will host their Gardener’s Gathering from 10:00 – 12:00 — come meet your neighbors\, learn something new\, and celebrate spring! \nPlants are available to pre-order online before April 28th. To pay for pre-order plants by cash\, check\, of EBT\, download this form. For folks paying with a check\, please mail your form and payment or stop by the Farm Store. For folks paying with EBT or cash\, please bring your form and payment to our Walnut Street Farm Store at 200 Walnut St. on Wednesday or Thursday from 11:00am – 6:00pm. You can use your SNAP benefits to purchase any vegetable\, fruit or herb plant!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-the-communitys-plant-sale-gardeners-gathering/
LOCATION:Gardening the Community\, 200 Walnut Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190508T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190508T193000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190402T142304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T142747Z
UID:30555-1557336600-1557343800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Public Hearing on APR Regulations
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Agricultural Resources will hold a public hearing on amendment of 330 CMR 22.00. The Department is proposing changes to address the transfer and sale of a parcel protected by an APR. \nThe revised regulations will provide APR landowners with a clearer understanding of their requirements at the time of transfer\, the Department’s process for review and their rights to withdraw and appeal the Department’s decision. \nTestimony may be presented orally or in writing at the hearing. Written testimonies or comments will be accepted until 5:00 P.M. on Friday\, May 10\, 2019 by email to dorothy.du@mass.gov or by mail to Dorothy Du\, 251 Causeway Street\, 5th floor\, Boston\, MA 02114-2151. \nThe proposed regulation and a redline comparison version are available on the MDAR website:\n330 CMR 22:00 Proposed Regulations\n330 CMR 22:00 Redline\nor may be obtained by calling Dorothy Du at 617-626-1741. \nFor special accommodations for this event or to obtain this information in an alternative format\, you may contact the ADA coordinator at 617-626-1710.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/public-hearing-on-apr-regulations/
LOCATION:John W. Olver Transit Center\, Allen Meeting Room\, 12 Olive St\, Greenfield\, MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190507T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190422T120250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T120250Z
UID:30716-1557244800-1557252000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Conservation workshop
DESCRIPTION:Conservation workshop for Hampden/Hampshire Counties farmers and forest land owners planned \nThe Hampden/Hampshire Counties Conservation Districts will host a workshop where farmers and forest land owners can learn about programs that offer technical and financial assistance to help them address natural resource concerns on their land. The workshop\, titled Conservation Planning\, Practices and Programs\, will be held on Tuesday\, May 7\, 2019\, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM\, 195 Russell Street\, Hadley\, MA 01035. \nMeet representatives from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Hampden/Hampshire Counties Conservation Districts who will present information about conservation planning\, conservation practices and how to access federal conservation programs. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and pick up literature. \nThe session is free and open to the public. For more information\, or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate\, please contact Barbara Miller\, 413-628-4596.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/conservation-workshop/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190429T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190115T160213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190115T160213Z
UID:29617-1556526600-1556542800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Nutritional management of pasture raised animals
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 29\, 2019 8:30 am to 1 pm |\nNutritional management of pasture raised animals Topics: Pasturing versus confinement systems\, nutritional challenges of raising animals on pasture\, multi species grazing\, forage quality \nA certificate of participation from University of Connecticut Extension will be awarded to each person who completes the three classroom workshops and at least one of the field workshops. \nRegister for any or all of the workshops at https://goo.gl/forms/sFIqmM2oxieDkTdg2 or by emailing jean.king@uconn.edu. \nWinter weather policy: February and March workshops each have a designated Snow Date. In the event of inclement weather those registered will receive an email by 5 pm of the previous day. Changes will also be posted on our website
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nutritional-management-of-pasture-raised-animals/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190322T125042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190418T140447Z
UID:30431-1555941600-1555965000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Managing People: Skill-building for Supervisors and Crew Leaders
DESCRIPTION:(Para Español\, haga click aquí.) \nGet the best out of your farm team in 2019! \nManaging people is a skill that can be learned\, much like operating equipment or growing crops. Farmers often expect themselves or their employees to learn such skills on their own\, but most of us are not born with people management skills and benefit from coaching. Labor is one of your farm’s biggest expenses and greatest assets – how well are you managing it? \nJoin us for this two-part workshop series to build your leadership\, communication\, and people management skills. Presenters Richard Stup and Ethan Grundberg of Cornell bring extensive combined experience in agricultural workforce management. Spanish/English interpreting will be available upon request. Participants may attend one or both workshops; all participants are encouraged to stay for dinner and networking from 5-5:30pm. \nPlease register (below) by Friday\, April 19th. Cost is $15 to attend both workshops\, or $10 to attend one workshop\, and a $5 discount is available for additional attendees from the same farm. Scholarships are also available if financial support is needed to enable farm employees to attend. Contact Kristen at 413-665-7100 x12 to let us know if you are interested in a scholarship\, to request Spanish/English interpreting\, or with any other questions. \nWorkshop 1\, 2-5pm: Leading and motivating employees\nThis session will help you identify the skills needed to be a great supervisor of people\, and begin to develop and apply these skills on your farm. You will learn strategies for effective leadership and communication\, assessing performance problems\, supervising a multicultural or multilingual staff\, and strengthening employees’ motivation and commitment to the farm. \nDinner for all attendees: 5-5:30pm \nWorkshop 2\, 5:30-8:30pm: Managing performance and training\nOne of the biggest challenges of being a supervisor is effectively communicating performance expectations to employees and ensuring that those expectations are carried out. This session will delve more deeply into effective strategies for training employees\, setting clear expectations\, and providing feedback to get the best out of your staff. \nRegister here (or by emailing Kristen):  \n\n \n\n\n\nChoose Attendance Option\n\n\nBoth Workshops $15.00 USDWorkshop 1: Leading & Motivating Employees $10.00 USDWorkshop 2: Managing Performance & Training $10.00 USDAdditional Attendee- Both Workshops $10.00 USDAdditional Attendee- Workshop 1: Leading & Motivating Employees $5.00 USDAdditional Attendee- Workshop 2: Managing Performance & Training $5.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name of attendee:\n\n\n\n\n\nEnter farm/business name:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nWorkshop presenters: \nRichard Stup\, Director of the Cornell University Ag Workforce Development Program\, focuses on human resource management\, enhancing employee engagement\, regulatory compliance\, and leadership development at the farm level. Prior to joining Cornell University\, Richard Stup founded Ag Workforce Development\, a firm focused on improving individual and team performance through organization development and technology solutions. Earlier in his career\, Richard was an Extension specialist with Penn State University\, where he led the Dairy Alliance team and developed award-winning educational programming in human resource management. He earned his doctorate from Penn State in the field of Workforce Education and Development\, including innovative research into the effects of human resource management on farm employee organizational commitment. \nEthan Grundberg works as Cornell Cooperative Extension Vegetable Specialist in the Hudson Valley. Before coming to Cornell\, Ethan worked as farm manager at Allandale Farm\, a 40-acre diversified vegetable farm in eastern Massachusetts with a multicultural and multilingual staff. Prior to that\, he studied Latin American History at the University of Iowa and earned his Master’s in agroecology and vegetable production at the University of California\, Davis. He then managed the university’s research fields\, providing instruction in safe equipment use to student employees\, before returning east to work for as technical assistance and incubator farm coordinator for the New Entry Sustainable Farming Project. Other experiences that have informed his work include positions supporting community gardens in New York City and working in the northern coffee-growing region of Nicaragua\, where he honed his Spanish.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/managing-people-skill-building-for-supervisors-and-crew-leaders/
LOCATION:North Hadley Sugar Shack\, 181 River Drive\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190417T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190417T193000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190211T162500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T013754Z
UID:29847-1555518600-1555529400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CISA Workshop: Serving Social and Economic Justice on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:We’re sorry! This event is full for the general public. We have some reserved spaces left for farmers. Please email Stevie for more information\, with questions\, or to RSVP: stevie@buylocalfood.org\n\n\n\nHow can we contribute to economic and social justice?\nMany farmers have asked some version of this question before. We are\, by nature of our work\, invested in our communities. But as you know well\, farming is hard\, time-consuming work\, often with limited financial rewards; aligning our social justice principles with the day-to-day grind of the farm is a constant struggle. This challenge is only greater in low wealth communities\, where people are often without the means to afford and access healthy\, sustainably grown food. \nThis workshop is geared towards farmers who want to engage in dialogue about how we\, as part of this larger food system\, can create change within our work that positively impacts your farm’s resiliency. Examples include social justice issues on the farm\, creating community partnerships\, and providing local food to low income customers–especially in light of the $8.3 million in SNAP dollars spent on local foods since the creation of HIP. \nLeah Penniman of Soul Fire Farm with Maggie Cheney and D. Rooney of Rock Steady Farm & Flowers will draw from their experiences\, research\, and community connections including work from Soul Fire’s recently published manual “Sowing the Seeds of Food Justice”. They will discuss how they make their farms financially viable and socially responsible; we will dive into food distribution models\, cooperative ownership\, and methods of community collaboration. There will be small group discussion and attendees will walk away inspired by and ready to take steps towards implementing changes in their work. \n\nNorthampton Center for the Arts\, 33 Hawley Street\, Northampton\, 4:30 – 7:30pm\nCost for the workshop is free. Food will be provided. Email or call Stevie (413-665-7100) if you have questions about the workshop or location accessibility.   \n\nAbout the Presenters:\n \nRock Steady Farm & Flowers is a for-profit farm located in Millerton\, NY. “We use holistic farming practices that allow us to grow high quality vegetables\, cut flowers\, and herbs for a diverse array of market outlets. We manage a total of 12 acres: two in flowers\, six in veggies\, and over four acres of rotational cover crop. We have diversified customers including our 225 person CSA\, floral designers\, restaurants\, food pantries\, social justice non-profits\, and design for special events in the Hudson Valley and New York City” \n“Our farm is grounded in close partnerships with other land based projects\, neighbors\, and non-profits who are also working to build equity in our region and beyond. We are a growing cooperatively-owned farm\, with opportunities for equity for staff members after a trial period. Our farm both shares land and feeds the kitchen of the The Watershed Center\, a social justice retreat and resource center for change-makers. This partnership\, as well as partnership with the Northeast Community Center in Millerton\, provides job-training and volunteer opportunities for a diversity of youth and adults throughout the season. Additionally\, we have a growing relationship with Callen-Lorde\, an LGBTQ community health center in NYC as well as The LGBTQ Center.” \n \n\n\nSoul Fire Farm ” is a BIPOC-centered community farm committed to ending racism and injustice in the food system. We raise and distribute life-giving food as a means to end food apartheid. With deep reverence for the land and wisdom of our ancestors\, we work to reclaim our collective right to belong to the earth and to have agency in the food system. We bring diverse communities together on this healing land to share skills on sustainable agriculture\, natural building\, spiritual activism\, health\, and environmental justice. We are training the next generation of activist-farmers and strengthening the movements for food sovereignty and community self-determination.” \n\n \nThis workshop is supported by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under award 2016-70017-25423.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cisa-workshop-serving-social-and-economic-justice-on-the-farm/
LOCATION:Northampton Center for the Arts\, 33 Hawley St.\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190305T181935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T181935Z
UID:30152-1555149600-1555160400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tips and Techniques for Healthy Seedling Starts
DESCRIPTION:Healthy plants and gardens begin with healthy seedlings. Come learn some basic yet critical propagation techniques for successful seedling starts. We begin with a brief overview of propagation terminology and science and continue in the greenhouse with hands-on demonstrations and experience. Plan to get your hands dirty and leave with some healthy native seedling starts! \nProgram Code: HOR3132\nInstructor: Alexis Doshas\nFee: $40 (Member) / $48 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: HD/Adv.HD\nCEU: MALP MCLP: 1; MNLA MCH: .5; NOFA AOLCP: 3\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/tips-and-techniques-for-healthy-seedling-starts/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190108T212227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T212533Z
UID:29447-1554832800-1554840000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Berkshire Backyard Beekeepers
DESCRIPTION:Join local beekeepers on the second Tuesday of each month at 6pm on the grounds of Berkshire Botanical Garden. Each month’s meeting\, will involve season-appropriate discussions and demonstrations using the BBG apiary\, weather permitting. \nBerkshire Botanical Garden\n5 West Stockbridge Road\nStockbridge\, MA 01262 \nFor more information visit our website: http://www.berkshirebotanical.org/ \nOr Phone: 413-298-3926 \nOr Email: info@berkshirebotanical.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/berkshire-backyard-beekeepers-3/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Garden\, Route 102 and 183\, Stockbridge\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Botanical Garden":MAILTO:info@berkshirebotanical.org	
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190406T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190305T170841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T170841Z
UID:30135-1554544800-1554562800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mass Aggie: Home Orchard Management
DESCRIPTION:Home Orchard Establishment & Basics (Classroom) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00\nHome Orchard Pest Management (Hands-on workshop) 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, April 6\, 2019 led by Dr. Jaime Piñero & Ms. Liz Garofalo\nRed Apple Farm\, 455 Highland Avenue\, Phillipston\, MA 01331 \nMorning: Horticultural topics covered will be the basics of planting fruit trees\, including site selection\, choice of variety and rootstock\, planting best practices\, tree training and pruning\, fertilization and ongoing fruit tree care. (In-depth pest management will be covered in the afternoon session.) If weather permits\, there will be a hands-on demonstration of planting fruit trees at Red Apple Farm. \nAfternoon: One of the most challenging thing about growing your own fruit is knowing how to identify the insect pests and diseases that might afflict them. Learn the basics of pest and disease identification and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in the home orchard. Hands-on\, scouting\, monitoring\, placement of traps\, etc.\, will be covered. \nThe workshops will be partially out of doors\, so please dress appropriately for potentially wet\, cold\, and muddy conditions. If attending both workshops\, please bring a bag lunch. \nFee $50 per workshop or attend both for reduced price of $90. To register\, go to: UMassGarden.com or mail a check payable to: Mass Aggie Seminars. Attn: Doreen York\, UMass\, 101 French Hall\, Amherst\, MA 1003-9294
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mass-aggie-home-orchard-management/
LOCATION:Red Apple Farm\, 455 Highland Avenue\, Phillipston\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190403T192337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T192420Z
UID:30583-1554458400-1554465600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Conservation Planning\, Practices\, and Programs
DESCRIPTION:Conservation Planning\, Practices\, and Programs. A workshop for farmers and forest land owners Friday\, April 5\, 2019 10:00 am to 12:00 noon Deerfield Town Hall 8 Conway Street\, South Deerfield\, Mass. \nAre you a farmer or farmland or forestland owner? The Franklin Conservation District invites you to attend a workshop to learn about programs that offer technical and financial assistance to help you address natural resource concerns on your land. Meet representatives from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Franklin Conservation District who will present information about conservation planning\, conservation practices and how to access federal conservation programs. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and pick up literature. \nSpeakers:\nBarbara Miller\, retired State Resource Conservationist\, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Rita Thibodeau\, District Conservationist\, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service\nCarolyn Ness\, Franklin Conservation District \nThe session is free and open to the public.\nFor more information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate\, please contact Barbara Miller\, 413-628-4596.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/conservation-planning-practices-and-programs/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190403T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190403T210000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190305T181715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190305T181715Z
UID:30150-1554316200-1554325200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Plant-Insect Co-evolution
DESCRIPTION:How do plants defend themselves from insects\, and how effective are these defenses? Come learn about insect life cycles\, orders\, and distinguishing features that they have adapted through co-evolution with plants. This class includes discussion about the native plant-native pollinator relationship\, as well as an outdoor study to examine signs of insects on the landscape. \nProgram Code: BOT1508\nInstructor: George LoCascio\nFee: $33 (Member) / $40 (Nonmember)\nLimit: 16\nCertificate: Elective: all certificates\nCEU: MALP MCLP: .5 MNLA MCH: .5 NOFA AOLCP: 2.5 SAF CFE: 2.5 (Cat.2)\nCosponsor: Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions\nRegistration: online
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/plant-insect-co-evolution/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20190402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20190402T160000
DTSTAMP:20260510T220954
CREATED:20190328T190709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T190709Z
UID:30519-1554195600-1554220800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm to Institution Wholesaling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you a farmer looking to deepen your understanding of whether you are financially and operationally prepared to engage wholesale buyers? If so\, this workshop is for you! \nJoin the Farm to Institution Summit for a FREE training program led and developed by Kitchen Table Consultants\, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. You’ll leave this workshop feeling empowered with tools that provide solutions for success and help break down the barriers to institutional sales for small farms. \nThe agenda includes: (1) six modules to get your head around what to expect with courting buyers\, how you might need to change your operation to increase opportunity\, crop costing at scale and goal margins\, budgeting for the wholesale enterprise on top of your whole farm budget; (2) intensive group work where everyone is engaged and eager to learn; (3) access to farm + food maker consultants with many years experience; (4) simplified project planning for attaining big goals; and (5) a printed course manual and flash drive with the entire toolkit. \nParticipation is limited to 20 attendees for this workshop (registration required). \nThis workshop is intended for farmers with three seasons of experience or more. It is recommended that farmer attendees have an accounting system in place and be familiar with it at an intermediate level (i.e.\, able to generate and read Profit + Loss reports). Although the workshop is designed for farmers\, service providers are welcome\, as there will be some modules on sales to all institutions with some specific attention toward farm to school.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-to-institution-wholesaling-workshop/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst Campus Center\, 1 Campus Center Way\, Amherst \, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Farm to Institution Summit":MAILTO:summit@farmtoinst.org
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