Have you ever considered making your land available for farming? Farmers in Essex County are looking for land to rent, from a small vegetable plot to livestock or crops. When you make land available to farmers you help secure a future for farming in our region, create economic opportunity, promote food security, and preserve our […]
Forests are a dominant feature of the New England landscape. This course covers the history, changes in composition, and ecology of the region’s forest from the Ice Age through European settlement. Learn to identify native trees, their habitats, and their communities. Explore the impact of past natural and human disturbances on the landscape and learn […]
Dates:October 26, 2018 to October 28, 2018 Location(s): Main Conference Meeting Space Omni Hotel 155 Temple Street New Haven, CT. 06510 Breakout Rooms & Vendor Symposium Gateway Community College 20 Church Street New Haven, CT. 06510 Contracted Hotels: Room reservations are not included in registration rate. Please contact the hotels directly in order to reserve […]
We are pleased to announce the 38th Annual E. F. Schumacher Lectures with speakers Leah Penniman and Ed Whitfield. The theme of this year's event is "Towards a New Reconstruction: Land, Racism, and Economic Emancipation." The talks will take place on Saturday, October 27th from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Saint James Place in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. The 38th […]
Are you craving a peaceful relationship with your food? One where there is no deprivation? Where the healthiest choices for your body are clear? And you have all the tools you need to choose, prepare and enjoy every single bite? Join FoodLove! at Lotus & Hawk for MINDFUL EATING & MEAL PREP A workshop exploring the power of mindfulness to help you bring attention […]
Fruit and vegetable growers! Wondering where to begin with food safety? Start here! The PSA Grower Training is currently the only FDA-recognized produce safety training to help growers implement Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and understand their responsibilities under new Federal regulations. Whether you have a farm that is fully covered by the law or a […]
GTC's Pancake Breakfast includes music and performances, as well as great food. They also raffle off a wide range of gift baskets featuring local businesses, fair trade and locally grown products, crafts and other prizes. Are you ready? Find more information and tickets here.
This class with tell you how to start up and effectively use Facebook and Instagram. Bring your mobile phone, laptop or tablet to the class. Computers will be available for use. Social media is a great way to promote your business! Learn how to do this successfully and promote your business for little or no money […]