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SUMMARY:Efficiency in the Field: Managing Your Crew to Achieve Results and Deepen Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Join Pete McLean of True North Facilitation and Zoe Abram of Brookfield Farm to look at Brookfield as a case study for crew management. The workshop is broken into two parts: an introduction to Brookfield Farm as a case study\, and a self assessment and analysis of each participant’s farm. \nPete’s approach is very personal\, and requires folks to look at their plans\, clarify their goals\, craft the process\, and commit to the outcomes. With his experience in farming and background in developing community culture\, Pete’s focus will be on creating farm crew buy in to daily operations as it relates to field operations. \nThis event is GREAT for farm owners and managers in their first 10 years of operation but make no mistake\, there is knowledge to be gained by all levels of experience at this workshop. \nFor more information contact Stevie Schafenacker – stevie@buylocalfood.org\, 413-665-7100 ext. 27 and read more about Pete McLean below. \nPete McLean founded his coaching and consulting business\, True North Facilitation\, focused on empowering people to achieve the results they want while deepening the relationships they care about. Much of his knowledge and skills come from his near decade experience in farm fields and community organizing. He co-founded Book and Plow Farm in Amherst\, MA and worked in others fields throughout Massachusetts\, the Northeast\, and Belize.  Since starting True North\, Pete has worked with over 40 individuals and small businesses\, including farmers.  \n\n \n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\nLocal Hero Members $10.00 USDNon-Members $15.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name(s) of attendees:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nFunding for this workshop is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)\, National Institute of Food and Agriculture under award 2016-70017-25423\, and by individual contributors and Local Hero members. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/efficiency-in-the-field-managing-your-crew-to-achieve-results-and-deepen-relationships/
LOCATION:Brookfield Farm\, Hulst Rd\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171025T110000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20171010T163849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171010T163849Z
UID:25342-1508925600-1508929200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Produce Safety Rules for Food and Farm Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Please join Joe Levitt and Elizabeth Fawell\, attorneys at Hogan Lovells US LLP\, in collaboration with Conservation Law Foundation’s Legal Food Hub\, for a webinar on the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act’s (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule. This rule establishes standards for safe growing\, harvesting\, packing\, and holding of fruits and vegetables grown for human food. In addition to learning about the requirements of the rule\, you will hear about exemptions and modified requirements. If you are a farmer\, this is an opportunity to understand what your obligations are\, and whether you are exempt or have fewer requirements to follow. For those not exempt\, it is a chance to learn what you need to be doing. For attorneys\, this valuable session will help you understand what your farm and food clients’ needs may be\, allowing you to better provide counsel on this important food safety law and its implementing rules. \nJoe Levitt is a partner at Hogan Lovells US LLP and is a former director of FDA’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. Elizabeth Fawell is counsel at Hogan Lovells US LLP. Together\, they have represented food industry interests throughout both the legislative development and the subsequent FDA rulemaking stages of FSMA. Now they counsel food industry clients on an ongoing basis regarding FSMA compliance. They will bring this deep experience and knowledge of FSMA to the Legal Food Hub community. \n============ \nAudience members should use the following dial-in numbers to join the conference: \n1 (888) 424-8151 – Audience US Toll Free\n1 (847) 585-4422 – Audience US Toll \nAudience Passcode: 9535 651 \nAudience local and international free phone telephone numbers:\nhttp://web.meetme.net/r.aspx?p=11&a=UjnYDodoYatEBy \nWebcast URL:\nhttp://event.onlineseminarsolutions.com/wcc/r/1514413-1/80B43484D6C6E05D016C5FCC0BEDB88C
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-produce-safety-rules-for-food-and-farm-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170913T163056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170913T163056Z
UID:24959-1508866200-1508871600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Women in Ag: Distribution Solutions for Regional Food Systems
DESCRIPTION:Join Annie Myer of Myers Produce and Susan Pincus of Sawmill Herb Farm to hear about creative solutions to regional food distribution. Myers Produce distributes produce from Vermont\, Maine\, and Massachusetts to wholesale clients in Boston and New York. Susan Pincus of Sawmill Herb Farm works in partnership with Myers Produce to deliver a fresh medicinal herb CSAs to clients in Boston & New York. Susan also works to build local partnerships with educators and herbalist in the Pioneer Valley.  \nFind more info here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/women-in-ag-distribution-solutions-for-regional-food-systems/
LOCATION:Stockbridge Hall\, 80 Campus Center Way \, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171025
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170926T212511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170926T212529Z
UID:25198-1508630400-1508889599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Women in Meat Northeast
DESCRIPTION:Women in Meat Northeast is an event designed for women whose livelihood intersects with the world of livestock such as butchers\, farmers\, processors\, chefs\, value-added producers\, distributers\, and service providers across all segments of the industry. Their goal is to provide women with the opportunities to learn from and network with one another\, while developing valuable skills and growing and strengthening their respective businesses and brands. \nThere are a number of workshops and events over the course of the conference; find more information and tickets here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/25198/
LOCATION:Various Locations\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171018T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170815T151856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T155359Z
UID:24639-1508317200-1508346000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Product Development Considerations: Beyond the Concept
DESCRIPTION:Do you want help better understanding the food safety principles behind your process? \nDo you need help with product development for a current or future product? \nPropel your food business to the next level by delving into product development and food safety with Amanda Kinchla\, of the UMASS Food Science Department\, an expert on HACCP and product development. \n\nAmanda Kinchla M.S.\, Food Science Extension Specialist at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Amanda has over 15 years of product development success that will support product development research from concept to commercialization and address technical challenges that target specific product/business needs. In addition\, she has extensive experience in applied food microbiology and will conduct research in all aspects of food safety from farm to fork. \nThe full day course will cover:Principles of Food Safety and Risk Management \n\nEstablishing Process Controls & Effective Strategies for Record Keeping\nQuality Attributes of Food\nFinancial/Business Considerations to account for in your product development process\nFood Regulation and Product Labeling and Claims\nHACCP Plan Requirements and/or Low-Acid and Acidified Certification\nDetermine Formula\, Process and Packaging for a safe food system\nCommercial Canning (Acidified Foods)\nProduct Development Life Cycle\n\n$200 for the full day includes lunch\nTo Register: http://bit.ly/ProductDevCourse
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/product-development-considerations-beyond-the-concept-2/
LOCATION:Western MA Food Processing Center\, 324 Wells St\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171017T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171017T134500
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20171006T165604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171006T165653Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Farmers as Advocates
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future and featuring the West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition\, Johnson County Food Policy Council\, and Rural Vermont. \nThis webinar focuses on the power of the individual voice of farmers telling their stories in support of food and farm policy change. Join us for a conversation with farmers about the value of farmers as members of food and farm coalitions\, what motivates farmers to engage in local and state level policy advocacy\, what to consider to engage farmers in long-term\, policy advocacy\, and how to successfully build the capacity of farmers to be advocates. Themes include: the power of the stakeholder voice\, engaging farmers as a long-term strategy\, mobilization of farmers at local and state levels\, cultural/political considerations of farmer engagement and how to overcome these issues\, capacity issues\, and training needs. \nFind more info and register here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-farmers-as-advocates/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171013T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171013T180000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20171010T153029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171010T153029Z
UID:25333-1507906800-1507917600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Where Farm and Forest Meet: Fall Walk at the Beckwith Farm
DESCRIPTION:Bob Beckwith will walk attendees through the stewardship options that he used in his woods to create wildlife habitat and regenerate oak. Chat with local woodland owners\, foresters\, loggers\, and other land conservation professionals about options for you and your woods. Bob will host a barbecue. Space is limited. RVSP by Oct. 10th to reserve your spot for the barbecue. Contact: 413-923-3238 or email 413treesale@gmail.com. This event is sponsored by the Hampden Hampshire Conservation District\, Mass. Dept. of Conservation and Recreation\, and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/where-farm-and-forest-meet-fall-walk-at-the-beckwith-farm/
LOCATION:The Beckwith Farm\, 243 Sodom Road\, Granville\, MA\, 01034\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20171008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20171008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170822T150852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170929T141200Z
UID:24734-1507471200-1507482000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm Olympics
DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2017\,  2:00-5:00pm \nJust Roots Farm in Greenfield \nCalling all extreme farmers! … or just your average farm crew prone to antics and friendly competition. The Farm Olympics is coming to the Pioneer Valley! Recommended training regimens might include weeding with gusto\, launching hay bales\, estimating vegetable weights\, racing crates of potatoes down pathways and weed identification. Compete as a farm team or come on your own and create a team! Not a farmer? This is a come one come all competition!  Take on the local farmers\, if you dare! \nWe are looking for folks who want to come with their own farm team. It can be a cadre of crew members\, a contingent of customers\, or a formation of multiple farms. Let us know If you’d like to get involved in planning and/or what your team name would be. Who wouldn’t want to make their own Squash Squad? \nIn support and collaboration with CISA\, Just Roots will be coordinating and hosting the 2017 Farm Olympics at their farm in Greenfield. RSVP requested but not required. Delicious food and beverage to follow provided by The People’s Pint. \nFor more information or to RSVP: \nStevie Schafenacker\, CISA Program Coordinator\, 413-665-7100 \nRochelle Bellin\, Just Roots Program Coordinator\, 413-325-8969
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-olympics/
LOCATION:Just Roots Farm\, 34 Glenbrook Drive\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170927T150945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170927T150945Z
UID:25206-1506499200-1506531600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New England Farm Succession School
DESCRIPTION:For senior farmers and farm couples looking toward retirement and farm transition. \nPlanning for farm succession is one of your biggest challenges. You know it’s important. You’ve probably thought about it. Maybe you’ve gone to a workshop.But that’s not enough. \nThe Farm Succession School is a three-session program designed for farmers looking for a bit of structure and motivation to tackle succession planning. The program will bring you from thinking about the future to doing active planning. Your commitment of three winter days will help to guide you toward a successful planning outcome for you\, your family and your farm. \nYou will come away with a concrete game plan for your farm business\, your land and your retirement. Whether or not you have an identified successor\, this program will give you information\, tools and advice to build a realistic plan that meets your objectives and enables you to take next steps. \nThe program consists of working sessions\, presentations from experts\, group discussion and individual exercises. Between sessions\, participants will complete homework such as worksheets\, readings and family meetings. Topics include goal setting\, estate planning\, retirement planning\, family communications\, taxes\, legal structure\, Medicaid\, and bringing on a successor. \nThe fee is $300 per farmer or farm couple\, including lunch and materials. Plus\, participants will receive a $200 credit toward hiring succession-related technical assistance. \nAdditional benefit! Attendees will also receive no-cost technical assistance between sessions and discounted continuing planning support from Land For Good. \nFor more information or to register\, call (603) 357-1600 or click here to register now. Deadline to register is October 20\, 2017. Space is limited!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-england-farm-succession-school-2/
LOCATION:Connecticut Farm Bureau – Whethersfield\, 78 Beaver Road\, Weathersfield\, MA\, 06109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170930
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170720T162225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170720T162225Z
UID:24267-1506470400-1506729599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Grassfed Exchange Conference
DESCRIPTION:Early Bird Deadline July 31st \nSeptember 27th-29th in Albany\, NY \nThe Grassfed Exchange invites you to participate in this year’s seminal event on grassfed meat and dairy. This three-day event will feature a variety of engaging and educational seminars\, panel discussions and farm tours for producers and consumers alike. This is a unique opportunity to network with innovative producers\, leading researchers\, and experts from across the supply chain. It is a chance to learn about topics central to grassfed production including soil health\, animal genetics\, grazing management\, marketing and more. \nThe Grassfed Exchange is the grassfed industry leader in organizing and sharing top-shelf information about grassfed production\, soil health and environmental quality. \nWhat The Grassfed Exchange Is About \nThe Grassfed Exchange Conference is a gathering of regenerative ranchers\, dairymen\, and sustainable food supporters from across the world who come together to network and exchange ideas. We desire to help producers and consumers grow in the knowledge of the grassfed industry. \nWho Should Attend:\n \n\n\nRegenerative Producers\nOur mission is to help producers understand the possibility of managing and finishing cattle correctly on grass and to produce the best quality beef and dairy products possible that also ensures consistency of quality within the industry. \n\nLearn how to produce the highest quality beef and dairy products using 100% grass-based production models.\nLearn how to employ regenerative production practices that can rapidly improve your soil’s health and organic matter.\nLearn from experienced producers on how to implement stacked enterprises and direct marketing models to create value-added profit centers on your farm.\nHear directly from authors\, food bloggers\, and top chefs that represent an entire movement of consumers that value regenerative food production practices.\n\n\n\nSustainable Food Supporters\nWe desire to educate consumers on the health benefits of grassfed beef\, not only as it pertains to our own health\, but also on the positive impact grassfed beef production has on the health of our planet. \n\nTake part in workshops lead by industry experts like Diana Rodgers and Robb Wolf. Learn how human health is rooted in soil\, plant\, and animal health.\nTour local farms and see first-hand how they produce nourishing\, pasture-based foods.\nTake advantage of the unique opportunity to network with other families who want access to healthy foods.\nEnjoy live cooking demonstrations and a banquet dinner prepared by the award-winning chef\, Jeremy Stanton.\n\n\n\nFor more information and registration please visit  https://grassfedexchange.com/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-grassfed-exchange-conference/
LOCATION:Desmond Hotel\, 660 Albany Shaker Road\, Albany\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170926T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170926T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170913T162733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170913T162733Z
UID:24957-1506447000-1506452400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Women in Agriculture: Campus Farms and the Women Who Run Them
DESCRIPTION:Join the Stockbridge School of Agriculture as they highlight campus farms. UMass Student Farm‘s Amanda Brown and Book & Plow Farm‘s Maida Ives will share their stories of managing campus farms in the Pioneer Valley\, providing food for the institutions in which they are housed\, engaging with students and conducting on-farm education and service learning in collaboration\, all while collaborating with the student body.\n \nFind more info here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/women-in-agriculture-campus-farms-and-the-women-who-run-them/
LOCATION:Stockbridge Hall\, 80 Campus Center Way \, Amherst\, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170926T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170926T183000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170822T150544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T193157Z
UID:24732-1506441600-1506450600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Twilight Meeting: Produce Wash Station Design\, Use\, and Maintenance
DESCRIPTION:(note: this meeting is at the main farm on River Rd\, and NOT at the Atlas Farm store on Routes 5 & 10 in S. Deerfield) \nA functional wash and pack area can improve both workflow and produce safety. FSMA’s Produce Rule states that equipment\, tools\, and buildings must be of adequate design and able to be cleaned and properly maintained. We will discuss the range of options available for growers of different scales to meet these requirements. We’ll tour the wash house with a recirculating washer-conveyer at Atlas Farm with owner\, Gideon Porth and hear about the design of a mobile wash station by Amanda Brown from the UMass Student Farm. We will also cover how to develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and keep sanitation records. Extension Educators will be on-hand to give input and answer questions on the following topics: \n\nInfrastructure upgrade decision-making – Chris Callahan\, University of Vermont Extension Agricultural Engineer\nDeveloping useful SOPs – Amanda Kinchla\, UMass Food Science Extension\nProduce safety regulations — Lisa McKeag\, UMass Extension\n\nA light dinner will be provided. There is no cost for this program\, but please RSVP here. Co-sponsored by UMass Extension and Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA). Contact Lisa McKeag\, 413-577-3976.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/twilight-meeting-produce-wash-station-design-use-and-maintenance/
LOCATION:Atlas Farm\, 635 River Rd Deerfield\, MA 01342
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170919T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170801T154330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T154347Z
UID:24436-1505840400-1505847600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Fieldtrip Workshop: Selling to Schools
DESCRIPTION:If you are a farmer who is thinking about adding new marketing outlets to your farm’s line up\, come check out this workshop being offered by New Entry in partnership with Mass Farmers Markets and Mass Farm to School. Hope to see you there! \n\nTour a diversified vegetable and livestock farm while learning from Farm Manager\, Andrew Rodgers\, how selling to local schools fits into his farm’s crop and marketing plans. Learn about the necessary steps that must be taken to sell wholesale and the challenges of selling to institutions. Simca Horwitz from Massachusetts Farm to School will also be there to help take you through the process of connecting with local schools\, and to help you decide if it is a good fit for you and your farm. \nPlease RSVP to Molly at molly.dellaroman@tufts.edu. \n\nTuesday\, September 19\, 2017 \n\n\n5:00pm – 7:00pm \nLocation: \n\n\n\nClark Farm\, 185 Concord St\, Carlisle\, MA \n\n\n\nFREE
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/24436/
LOCATION:Clark Farm\, 185 Concord St\, Carlisle\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170822T151734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T151759Z
UID:24741-1505646000-1505667600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Boston Local Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:September 17\, 11:00am-5:00pm\n\nRose F Kennedy Greenway\n\n\nThe 8th Annual Boston Local Food Festival is quickly approaching\, don’t miss your chance to reach over 40\,000 New Englanders\, hungry for local food! \nAs New England’s largest Farmers Market\, the Festival is ideal for: \n* Farmers \n* Local Restaurants \n* Food Trucks (sold out!) \n* Specialty Food Producers \n* Fisher Folk \n* Specialty Beverages \n* & other food & products showcasing all the local goodness that New England has to offer! \nWhether you’re a new food business\, or you’re a seasoned local favorite\, the Boston Local Food Festival is a fantastic way to connect with the community and help your business grow! \nInterested in becoming a vendor? View the application here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/boston-local-food-festival-4/
LOCATION:Rose Kennedy Greenway\, Boston
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170912T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170912T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170906T185406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T185406Z
UID:24851-1505232000-1505242800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Twilight Meeting: UMass Vegetable Program’s Research Tour and Pest Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:When: Tuesday September 12th\, 2017\, from 4 pm to 7 pm \nWhere: UMass Crop Research and Education Center\, 91 River Rd. Deerfield\, MA 01373\nJoin UMass Extension educators and specialists at the UMass Crop Research and Education Center to tour our ongoing research and participate in a roundtable discussion where you can get crop or pest management questions answered over dinner! Registration is free\, but please pre-register so we can order food accordingly.\n3 Pesticide Credits will be available. \nAgenda \n4-4:05: Wagon ride out to the research plots. \n4:05-4:20: Cabbage aphid research (Sue Scheufele) \n4:25-4:45: Cucurbit downy mildew research (Sue Scheufele) \n4:50-5:00: Basil fusarium research (Kelly Allen\, Rob Wick) \n5:05-5:25: Nitrogen from cover crops for vegetable crops (Katie Campbell-Nelson\, Seedway) \n5:25-5:35: Grape and cherry tomato variety trial (Levi Lilly\, Vitalis Organic Seeds) \n5:35-5:50: Ethnic crops production and marketing (Heriberto Godoy\, Frank Mangan) \n6:00: Dinner (Atkins Farm Catering) and Roundtable (Angie Maderias\, UMass Plant Diagnostic Lab and others!) \nCo-sponsored by Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program (SARE) and USDA – National Institute for Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA) \nClick here to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8PY65KC
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/twilight-meeting-umass-vegetable-programs-research-tour-and-pest-roundtable/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170912T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170822T151307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T151307Z
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SUMMARY:Food Safety Modernization Act course at UMASS
DESCRIPTION:September 12\, 8:30am-6:00pm  \nUMASS Amherst Campus Center \nIn  September  2017\, all food manufacturers  with  more  than  $1  million  in  annual  sales  will  be  required  to  comply  with  the  Preventive  Controls  for  Human  Food regulation  of  the  Food  Safety  Modernization  Act.  That  means  you  need  to  have  a  “qualified individual”  responsible  for  writing your  Food  Safety  Plan. \nIn  partnership  with  UMass  Food  Science\,  the  Specialty  Food  Association  (SFA)  is  offering  this  one-day  class\,  to  allow  you  to  comply  with  this  important  Federal  law. FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Qualified Individual blended course will be held at the UMass Campus Center in Amherst on September 12th. The program will be taught by Amanda  Kinchla who is a UMASS Amherst Extension  Assistant  Professor/Food  Safety  Specialist and a FSPCA  Lead  Instructor\, with training to teach  the  FDA  recognized  standardized  curriculum.  The cost is $199 with a discount for members of the national Specialty Food Association. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-safety-modernization-act-course-at-umass/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst Campus Center\, 1 Campus Center Way\, Amherst \, MA\, 01003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170906T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170720T143954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170906T131442Z
UID:24227-1504724400-1504731600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Rosie the Riveter Serves You Dinner: Local Women in Food with Belly of the Beast
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hyper-local special dinner at the height of harvest! \nPartnering with CISA (Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture)\, Belly of the Beast celebrates local women in food with a special multi-course pop-up dinner featuring three local farms with women at the helm:\n• Caroline Pam (Kitchen Garden Farm\, Sunderland\, MA) – produce & herbs\n• Julia Coffey (Mycoterra Farm\, Westhampton\, MA) – mushrooms\n• Cris Coffin (Eden Pond Farm\, Bernardston\, MA) – chickens\nCaroline\, Julia and Cris will join us at this multi-course family meal to discuss their farming experiences. \n______\nALSO beverages provided by local women-owned businesses.\nBantam Cider (Somerville\, MA)\, Iconica Social Club (Northampton\, MA)\, and Harmony Springs (Ludlow\, MA). \nCider and soft drink pairing can be included for an additional $16.\nReservations required\, only 33 seats available :: beast bucks + gift certificates not redeemable for this special event\nTo reserve a seat click here! \nFor a preview of the menu\, CLICK HERE!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/local-women-in-food-dinner-with-belly-of-the-beast/
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170903T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170720T143414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170728T140232Z
UID:24223-1504461600-1504468800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:"Staff Meal" at Bistro Les Gras
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with CISA Bistro Les Gras will be serving a muli-course dinner with a few of their favorite local farmers and producers featuring the lesser knowns of the our food world. In the spirit of a “Staff Meal”\, a meal that a restaurant would generally hold for their staff\, will be a menu full of the scraps and leftovers from our menu….but in a delicious way!! Chef Peter will be serving a wonderful meal dedicated to all those fantastic bits that you may be throwing out. Remember those turnips and carrots you bought last week from the market; where did all those wonderful greens go? Probably not into your breakfast. How about those tomato tops and pepper bits from the last time you grilled? Most likely not into a quick and fresh “bolognaise”. This fantastic dinner will be full of conversation and delicious eats\, so reserve your spot soon! \nCLICK HERE FOR MENU! \n6:00pm\nSunday\, September 3rd\n$50/person\n(reservations are required)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/staff-meal-at-bistro-les-gras-for-cisas-restaurant-campaign/
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170828T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170721T164930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170828T184933Z
UID:24320-1503939600-1503950400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Tastings and Pairings at Great Falls Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Join Great Falls Harvest in Turners Falls for an evening of mingling and sampling as they offer a variety of prepared dishes and value-added products to pair alongside some tasty local beverages. Get a chance to chat with some of the local farmers who supplied the ingredients for these exciting dishes as well as Chef Chris Menegoni who artfully prepared them for your enjoyment. This is a casual sampling showcase\, not a sit down dinner. \nFarmers and Producers being Featured: \nStoneman Brewery\nMount Warner Vineyards\nBotanica Bitters\nArtisan Beverage Cooperative\nUpinngil Farm\nFour Star Farms\nOld Friends Farm\nFrizzel Hill Farm\nDancing Bear Farm\n2nd Street Baking Company \nCost: $40\, includes all food samples and samples from Artisan Beverage Cooperative and Stoneman Brewery. Additional beverages can be purchased.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/value-added-showcase-and-pairing-at-great-falls-harvest/
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170827T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170822T145329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T145329Z
UID:24726-1503828000-1503842400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Low-Tech Winter Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 27th\, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM \nLaughing Dog Farm\, Gill\, MA \nThis is a practical\, inspiring\, hands-on primer on winter growing techniques (“keeping the light alive”) using cold-hardy cultivars\, aggressive timing\, propagational ingenuity and (high and low tunnel) “hoophouses”. \nThis class will focus on the practical details of cold weather horticulture\, including hoophouse construction and management\, winter crop selection\, compost making and soil building\, harvesting and processing tips. We’ll also demonstrate a homemade pipe (conduit) bender for making low-tunnel\, steel “hoops” and participants are invited to return to LDF at their convenience to bend their own. Class includes farm tour and snacks. Suggested donation\, $25-$35… RSVP please\, space limited.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/low-tech-winter-gardening/
LOCATION:Laughing Dog Farm\, 398 Main Road\, Gill\, MA\, 01354
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170727T145618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170727T145618Z
UID:24387-1503736200-1503759600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New York Nut Growers Association Summer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The summer meeting of the New York Nut Growers Association will be held at the Finger Lakes Nut Farm of Marvin Russell\, 5287 Booth Hill Rd.\, Locke\, NY 13092\, on Saturday\, August 26\, from 8:30 to 3:00. The meeting is open to the public. \nWe’ll hear talks about the NYNGA English Walnut Project; highlights of the NAFEX/NNGA fruit and nut conference in Georgia; a comparison of the two species of commercial chestnuts grown in the US; the use of Cilus Plus\, a product that is based on a phosphate solubalizing bacterium that promotes plant growth; and the constituents of soil for nut growing. After a brief business meeting and lunch we will tour the chestnut and hazelnut plantings of Mr. Russell. \nPlease bring a chair. The registration fee is $18.00 and includes a light breakfast\, lunch\, and handouts. Please made checks payable to NYNGA and mail to Jim Darling\, NYNGA Treasurer\, 1300 Spring St. Ext\, Groton\, NY 13073-8711. For questions or concerns about the meeting\, contact Jerry Henkin\, NYNGA Vice Pres.\, sproutnut@aol.com\, (914) 282 – 1371. \nFor directions to the Finger Lakes Nut Farm\, see our website. \n 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-york-nut-growers-association-summer-meeting/
LOCATION:Finger Lakes Nut Farm\, 5287 Booth Hill Rd\, Locke\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170823T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170822T151514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170822T151514Z
UID:24739-1503493200-1503500400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Community Food Projects grant program webinar
DESCRIPTION:August 23\, 1:00pm \nNew Entry Sustainable Farming Project offers training and technical assistance to applicants and potential applicants of the Community Food Projects grant program through USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The FY 2018 Request for Applications is anticipated to open this Fall\, and New Entry is here to answer your questions and connect you with resources to assist you in your application and project development processes. Click here for the CFP resources and assistance page. \nIf your organization is considering applying for a CFP grant\, or would like to learn more about CFP\, you are encouraged to attend this introductory webinar. You’ll be presented with the background of the grant program and discuss eligibility and types of projects\, program goals\, technical logistics and general timeline of the application process\, the importance of community engagement\, and the Indicators of Success for project evaluation. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/community-food-projects-grant-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170823
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170725T152433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170725T152433Z
UID:24343-1503360000-1503446399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:33rd Annual Massachusetts Tomato Contest
DESCRIPTION:The 33rd Annual Massachusetts Tomato Contest will be held in the KITCHEN at the Boston Public Market on Tuesday\, August 22nd. Tomatoes will be judged by a panel of experts on flavor\, firmness/slicing quality\, exterior color and shape. Always a lively and fun event\, the day is designed to increase awareness of locally grown produce. \nFarmers who want to submit entries can bring tomatoes to the market between 9:00 am and 10:45 am on August 22nd  or drop their entries off with a registration form to one of the drop off locations on August 21st.  Drop off locations include sites in Amherst\, Northboro and Waltham. These tomatoes will be brought in to Boston on Tuesday by a DAR staff member. \nFor the complete details\, including drop off locations\, contest criteria and a registration form\, click here. \nThe 33rd Annual Tomato Contest is sponsored by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, New England Vegetable and Berry Growers Association and Mass Farmers Markets in cooperation with the Boston Public Market and The Trustees.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/33rd-annual-massachusetts-tomato-contest/
LOCATION:The Kitchen at the Boston Public Market\, 6 Congress Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170819T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170801T154038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T154038Z
UID:24433-1503142200-1503147600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Fieldtrip Workshop: Selling at Farmers Markets
DESCRIPTION:If you are farmer who is thinking about adding new marketing outlets to your farm’s line up\, come check out this workshop being offered by New Entry in partnership with Mass Farmers Markets and Mass Farm to School. Hope to see you there! \n\nCome out to a highly successful farmers market to hear from Jeff Cole of Mass Farmers Markets speak about how to gear up to sell at farmers markets\, including which permits are needed\, food safety issues\, fees and liability.  You will also hear from Kate Canney of the The Neighborhood Farm.  She will address how farmers markets fit into her farm’s overall marketing scheme\, what equipment and how much time is needed\, and how to best sell directly to customers. \nPlease RSVP to Molly at molly.dellaroman@tufts.edu. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, August 19\, 2017 \n\n\n11:30am – 1:00pm \nLocation: \n\n\n\nRoslindale Farmers Market  Adams Park\, Boston\, MA \n\n\n\nFREE
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fieldtrip-workshop-selling-at-farmers-markets/
LOCATION:Roslindale Farmers Market\, 4236 Washington St\, Roslindale\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170811T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170622T155306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170622T190108Z
UID:23991-1502440200-1502452800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Third Annual Northeast Gathering on Domestic Fair Trade
DESCRIPTION:Friday August 11\, 2017 8:30 a.m. – 12 noon\nHampshire College\, Amherst\, Mass (room to be announced) \nAt the summer’s Free Open Meeting\, held in conjunction with the annual NOFA SUMMER CONFERENCE scheduled for that weekend\, we invite activists from the Northeast Region who are engaged in projects and organizing efforts that come under the broad heading of Domestic Fair Trade to come together to share their work and ideas and to discuss possible collaboration for the immediate future. \nWho should come? \nWe welcome farm workers\, farmers\, food system workers\, processors\, manufacturers\, worker organizers\, farmer organizers\, cooperative organizers\, visionaries\, and allies. Consider attending if your work (paid or volunteer) involves fairer wages\, safer work\, fairer prices\, ethical trading\, making the food system environmentally\, economically\, and socially just\, sustainable\, and humane. \nOur mix of attendees assures a strong update of the current state of the landscape in our region; who is working with whom; who should we be inviting to join us in our work and what may be the most promising areas for collaboration moving forward. \nExtended Special Reports on: \n\nThe Agricultural Justice Project’s emerging efforts in New England;\nMigrant Justice’s campaign to support dairy farm workers in Vermont;\nFarmworker activities in upstate New York;\nThe newly-launched pilot initiative between Red Tomato\, a Northeast marketer of fresh produce\, and the Equitable Food Initiative;\nTo include yours please address Gathering’s Organizers in advance.\n\nThe all-morning meeting is free though it is listed on Friday’s Pre Conference Track. \nPre-registration appreciated\, so please contact Liz Henderson elizabethhenderson13@gmail.com or Louis Battalen louis@topoftheforest.com. \nFor details about the NOFA Summer Conference visit nofasummerconference.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/third-annual-northeast-gathering-on-domestic-fair-trade/
LOCATION:Hampshire College\, Amherst 
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170814
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170523T155431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T131610Z
UID:23579-1502409600-1502668799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NOFA Summer Conference
DESCRIPTION:Register now and be part of this annual celebration of the organic movement! \nThe NOFA Summer Conference is a three-day\, solutions-oriented celebration of the grassroots organic movement. \nGardeners\, farmers\, growers and food-lovers from across the Northeast will again share their inspiration and ideas for organic food\, farming\, health\, activism\, and beyond! \n130+ workshops and sessions on everything from soil health and food preservation to mushrooms\, bees and food activism. \nOther highlights include: \n\nChildren’s Conference\nLocal dinner celebration\nFarm tours\nExhibitors tent (open to the public)\n“Country Fair” showcasing farm and garden innovations\nContra dance and drum session\nNOFA-VT’s wood-fired mobile pizza oven!\n\nThe workshop program is now online! \nCheck out the full organic spread: nofasummerconference.org/2017program/ \nRegistration is now open for our 43rd annual conference. Register by the early bird deadline (7/25) and save!\nWork exchange and scholarship opportunities are available\, as are discounts for groups of five or more and multiple children from the same family.\nSee our FAQ for answers about registration\, accommodations and food.\nLearn more and register at nofasummerconference.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nofa-summer-conference-2/
LOCATION:Hampshire College\, Amherst 
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170717T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170717T100000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170616T153709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170616T153709Z
UID:23926-1500278400-1500285600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Adams Farm Slaughterhouse workshop
DESCRIPTION:The head meat cutter and one of the owners of Adams Farm Slaughterhouse will give a practical demonstration of how to breakdown beef\, pork\, and lamb/goat carcasses\, plus a demonstration of how hanging carcasses will vary. As they break them down they will explain how they fit into the cut sheet with practical examples: how one cut\, which may be highly priced\, will ruin two or three other cuts\, or the way that taking a cut from a smaller animal will not yield a significant enough size of meat to be saleable. They will supply written material for the participants to take with them as reference to what they should be looking at in balancing the demands of their customers with the reality of their carcass. Adams Farm will also supply all protective and sanitary clothing. \nFor more information please call 978-249-9441 and ask for Melissa Frost \nScholarships to Attend Adams Farm Slaughterhouse Workshop\nCISA has two scholarships available to Local Hero members to cover the attendance fee (an $80 value). For more information\, contact stevie@buylocalfood.org. Scholarships will be awarded based on need.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/adams-farm-slaughterhouse-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170713T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170713T180000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170601T151645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170712T163252Z
UID:23750-1499958000-1499968800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmer to Farmer: Profitable Pastures
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is SOLD OUT!\n\nJoin Amy Klippenstein and Paul Lacinski of Sidehill Farm\, Eric Sheffer of Sheffer’s Grassland Dairy\, and Morgan Hartman of Black Queen Angus Farm as they share insight from years of managing pastures. Topics will include land stewardship\, forage growth\, soil fertility\, and animal health and genetics. We will discuss the ways all of these things and more affect the cost of production and improve your bottom line. Jump at the chance to learn from these Northeast farmers as well as each other. We will begin with a pasture walk of Sidehill Farm. Snacks provided. \nAbout the presenters: \nAmy Klippenstein & Paul Lacinski\, Sidehill Farm: Operating on 225 acres of certified organic pastures and hayfields\, woodlands\, and big sky\, with a herd of 80 grass-fed Normande and Jersey cows\, Sidehill Farm produces nearly 1500 gallons of yogurt per week. They have been in operation as a farm since the early 2000’s\, taking over a farm previously growing hay and potatoes in 2012. Sidehill Farm was a New England Green Pastures Outstanding Dairy Farm award winner for 2015. \nEric Sheffer\, Sheffer Grassland Dairy: Sheffer’s Grassland Dairy is a seasonal grazing farm owned and operated by Wally Sheffer and his son Eric Sheffer. They began milking cows in the spring of 2008 after Eric graduated from Cornell University. Before this time the family farm functioned as a crop growing and heifer raising facility.  The Sheffers have grown to 240 cows. They manage 250 acres of intensive grass and run an additional 350 acres of crop ground\, which is primarily made into baleage. \nMorgan Hartman\, Black Queen Angus Farm: Morgan is the managing partner of Black Angus Queen Farm in Berlin\, NY. The farm focuses on the development of a world class registered breeding stock herd under a commercially oriented\, Holistically Managed\, least-cost production paradigm. Morgan is a founding member of the annual Winter Green-Up Grazing Conference in Albany. He will present on planned and adaptive grazing with emphasis on production per unit of land area vs. production per animal. A component of this comes down to genetic selection under a given farmer’s production paradigm on THEIR farm and the inherent conditions there of; soils\, aspect\, slope\, existing vegetation\, AND above all\, Holistic Context.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farmer-to-farmer-profitable-pastures/
LOCATION:Sidehill Farm\, 58 Forget Road\, Hawley
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20170712T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20170712T193000
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170622T203938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170622T203938Z
UID:24006-1499878800-1499887800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:How to Build a Healthy and Successful Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Business Planning for a Food Business: Anita Eliason\, MSBDC\nCreating a Value Added Food Product: Joanna Benoit\, WMFPC\nFood Industry Overview: Chef Bill Collins \nWednesday July 12\, 2017 \n5:00 pm – 7:30 pm \nTD Bank Conference Center\n441 Main Street\nSpringfield\, MA \nThanks to our Host and Food Sponsor\, TD Bank\, this workshop is FREE but Registration is required. \nRegister at: https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/FranklinCountyCommunityDevelo/HealthyFoodBizFree.html
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/how-to-build-a-healthy-and-successful-food-business/
LOCATION:TD Bank Conference Center\, 441 Main St\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170711
DTSTAMP:20260512T032247
CREATED:20170613T151554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170613T151554Z
UID:23887-1499644800-1499731199@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:UMass Class on Post-harvest Handling of Fruits and Vegetables
DESCRIPTION:One of our best instructors\, Dr. Susan Han\, was recognized with the UMass College of Natural Sciences Outstanding Teaching Award this past May. \nDr. Han will be teaching STOCKSCH 322 – Post-harvest Handling of Fruits and Vegetables ONLINE this summer.  This is a practical class that is important for anyone growing fruits and vegetables for market.  Classes start on July 10 and registration is open now. \nFor more information\, see: https://sustfoodfarm.org/online-classes/postharvest-handling/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/umass-class-on-post-harvest-handling-of-fruits-and-vegetables/
LOCATION:Online Course
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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