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SUMMARY:Forming an LLC
DESCRIPTION:If you are curious about the details of an LLC\, you’re not alone! Most farmers choose the LLC as their preferred business structure. The good news is that forming one is quite simple. But at the same time\, farmers and ranchers need to know a few keys to ensure they get the benefits they’re expecting from this entity. We’ll do a quick recap of why an LLC is a good risk management tool before going into how to form one\, which best practices to implement after it’s formed\, and regular obligations to keep the LLC in top legal shape. Even farmers who have had an LLC for years will learn some things about how to preserve their resilience. Led by staff from Farm Commons\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering farmers to solve their own business law challenges in a community of support. To access their robust library of farm law print guides\, podcasts\, video tutorials\, checklists\, and more\, visit www.farmcommons.org. \nFarm Commons is a national nonprofit organization specializing in legal education for farmers. Our mission is to empower farmers to resolve their own business law issues within an ecosystem of support. Through education\, leadership development and community-based problem solving around business law\, agricultural communities become stronger and more resilient. The result is a legacy of sustainable farms and a community-based food system for everyone. At Farm Commons\, paperwork is powerful. \nDate: October 10\, 3pm  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/forming-an-llc/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T183000
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SUMMARY:Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Fellowship 2024 - Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:These cohort-based learning opportunities are for farmers and agricultural advisors in the Northeast and Midwest who are interested in climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies and planning\, as well as peer-to-peer networking and support. Programs will run in the following topic areas: \n\nDiversified agriculture and agroforestry producers and advisors in the Northeast\nWomen and non-binary vegetable and small fruit producers and advisors in the Northeast and Midwest\nRow crop producers and advisors in the Midwest\n\nAn informational webinar will be held on October 11th\, 2023 from 5:30 to 6:30pm. At this webinar\, we will give an overview of the program and give instructions about submitting an application. Live Q&A will happen in the webinar\, and a recording will be posted at https://www.adaptationfellows.net/blog. Register for the webinar here.  \nFor more information and a description of the program\, please visit our website. \nIf you have questions related to this application\, please do not hesitate to contact Rachel Schattman by email (rachel.schattman@maine.edu).
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptation-and-mitigation-fellowship-2024-informational-webinar/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
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SUMMARY:Fun on the Farm edition!
DESCRIPTION:Making Food Fun comes to Westfield! Join CISA and local farms to celebrate the harvest season with apples\, pumpkins\, and flowers. This family event is free and open to the public. \nRain or shine\, we’ll be at the Westfield Bank Pavilion\, next to the playground at Stanley Park in Westfield on Saturday\,  \n \nOctober 14th from 10am-12pm. \n\nKids of all ages are welcome to get creative and make their own flower bouquets with Rooted Flowers of Agawam.\nDecorate a pumpkin from Ray’s Family Farm for Halloween or to celebrate the harvest.\nFind your favorite apple variety with a scientific taste test featuring apples from Kosinski Farms of Westfield.\nTake a sip of autumn with yummy apple cider from Bashista Orchards of Southampton.\n\nParents: learn more about local food served in Westfield Schools with Westfield Eats or pick up information on the Healthy Incentives Program.\nNibble on sweet treats from Blossoming Acres made from local apples and pumpkins.\n\nIt’s going to be a great morning and we hope to see you there!    \n \n \nPhotos by Lizzy McEleney
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fun-on-the-farm-edition/
LOCATION:Stanley Park\, Westfield\, 400 Western Ave.\, Westfield\, Ma\, 01085\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T193000
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SUMMARY:Setting Goals for a Food Business / Estableciendo objetivos para una empresa de alimentos
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nWhether you’re starting\, growing\, or taking on a leadership role in a food business\, you get to define what you want your success to look like. Join Stevie Schafenacker\, independent farm and food business advisor\, for an interactive online workshop about different approaches to goal setting for food businesses. We’ll talk about how to set goals that help you stay focused on what you want to achieve. \n\nWednesday\, October 18th\, 6-7:30pm \nLocation: remote (Zoom)\nPlease register here by October 11th.\n\nThis workshop is part of the Essential Skills for Starting\, Growing and Managing a Food Business Fall Series. Click here for more information.  \nQuestions or requesting interpretation? Contact Caitlin Marquis\, (413) 588-5562. \n\nEstableciendo objetivos para una empresa de alimentos\n¡Registrar aquí! \nYa sea que esté iniciando\, creciendo o asumiendo un rol de liderazgo en un negocio de alimentos\, usted puede definir cómo quiere que sea su éxito. Únase a Stevie Schafenacker\, asesor independiente de empresas agrícolas y alimentarias\, para un taller interactivo en línea sobre diferentes enfoques para el establecimiento de objetivos para las empresas alimentarias. Hablaremos sobre cómo establecer metas que lo ayuden a mantenerse enfocado en lo que desea lograr. \n\n18 de octubre\, 6-7:30pm\nLugar: Zoom\nRegístrese antes de 11 octubre aquí \n\nHaga clic aquí para más información sobre la serie de talleres Habilidades esenciales para crear\, desarrollar y manejar una empresa de alimentos.  \n¿Preguntas o solicitar interpretación? Póngase en contacto con Caitlin Marquis\, cmarquis@collaborative.org o (413) 588-5562.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/setting-goals-for-a-food-business-estableciendo-objetivos-para-una-empresa-de-alimentos/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T233000
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SUMMARY:Talleres Por Agricultores - Nuestras Raices
DESCRIPTION:¡Nuestras Raíces está comenzando el segundo año de Nuestros Finqueros Empresas de Formación este més! En nuestro primer taller aprenderemos sobre como germinar semillas dentro de su casa. Este taller será en Marzo 25 desde las 10 – 11:30 AM en la Finca\, a 24 Jones Ferry Rd.\, Holyoke.  \nPara solicitar\, llene este formulario \nTalleres Por Agricultores (10-11:30am\, 24 Jones Ferry Rd\, Hoyoke) \n\n3/25\, 10am-11:30am – Germinar Semillas\n4/22\, 10am-11:30am – Prep. La Tierra y Plantar\n5/13\, 10am-11:30am – Compost y Fertilidad\n6/24\, 10am-11:30am – “Plagas!”\n7/22\, 10am-11:30am – Cultivos De Cobertura\n8/26\, 10am-11:30am – Negocio Agricola\n9/23\, 10am-11:30am – Cultivos Perennes\n10/21\, 10am-11:30am – Almacenar Semillas\n\nInvitamos a productores comerciales\, agricultores principiantes\, jardineros\, veteranos\, jóvenes\, y otros miembros de la comunidad a asistir a uno\, dos\, o a todos los talleres. Aquellos que asistan a todos los talleres recibirán asistencia económica para herramientas\, semillas\, alquiler de finca\, y otras necesidades de su finca\, jardín\, o empresa. \n¡Todos los talleres serán bilingües y gratis! Los participantes aprenderán sobre diferentes temas\, recibirán asistencia técnica de expertos de la Universidad de Massachusetts\, y tendrán la oportunidad de establecer conexiones y explorar recursos disponibles con los socios de Nuestras Raíces los cuales son representantes de el USDA NRCS y FSA\, Massachusetts Departamento de Recursos Agricultura\, y otros agricultores y productores locales. \nPara solicitar\, llene este formulario o visite nuestra oficina en el 329 Main St.\, Holyoke (abierto a las 9am – 5pm\, Lunes-Viernes). Para preguntas\, contacte a Elena Woodworth a ewoodworth@nuestras-raices.org o (413) 640-9539. \n\n\n\nNuestras Raíces is launching our second year of the Nuestros Finqueros Training Enterprises this month! Our first workshop\, where we will learn about seed starting indoors\, will take place on March 25th from 10 – 11:30 AM at la Finca on 24 Jones Ferry Rd.\, Holyoke.  \nRegister here! \nWorkshops (10-11:30am\, 24 Jones Ferry Rd\, Hoyoke): \n\n3/25\, 10am-11:30am – Seed Germination\n4/22\, 10am-11:30am – Prepping Land to Plant\n5/13\, 10am-11:30am – Compost\n6/24\, 10am-11:30am – Pests\n7/22\, 10am-11:30am – Cover Cropping\n8/26\, 10am-11:30am – Agricultural Business\n9/23\, 10am-11:30am – Perennial Crops\n10/21\, 10am-11:30am – Storing Seeds\n\nWe invite commercial producers\, beginner farmers\, gardeners\, veterans\, youth\, and other interested community members to attend one\, two\, or all workshops. Those who attend all 8 workshops will receive a stipend for tools\, seeds\, farmland rent\, or other supplies needed for their farm\, garden\, or business. \nAll workshops are bilingual and free of charge! Participants will learn about a range of agricultural topics\, receive one-on-one technical assistance from UMass experts\, and get the opportunity to network and explore available resources with Nuestras Raíces’ community partners such as representatives from the USDA NRCS and FSA\, Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources\, and other local farmers and producers. \nTo apply\, fill out this form or visit our office at 329 Main St.\, Holyoke (open 9am-5pm\, Mon-Fri). For questions about the program\, contact Elena Woodworth at ewoodworth@nuestras-raices.org or (413) 640-9539.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/talleres-por-agricultores-nuestras-raices/
LOCATION:24 Jones Ferry Rd\, Holyoke
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T193000
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SUMMARY:Developing a Business Plan/Desarrollo de un plan de negocios
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nAre you ready to turn your food business dream into a plan? Come learn about how to research\, estimate\, and pull together all the pieces of a business plan in this online workshop presented by Stevie Schafenacker\, independent farm and food business advisor. We’ll spend most of our time focusing on creating a plan that’s by you and for you\, but we’ll also talk about components of a business plan that are essential to applying for funding. \n\nOctober 24th\, 6-7:30pm \nLocation: remote (Zoom)\nRegister by October 17 here\n\nThis workshop is part of the Essential Skills for Starting\, Growing and Managing a Food Business Fall Series. Click here for more information.  \nQuestions or requesting interpretation? Contact Caitlin Marquis\, (413) 588-5562. \n\nDesarrollo de un plan de negocios\n¡Registrar aquí! \n¿Está listo para convertir su sueño de negocio de alimentos en un plan? Venga a aprender cómo investigar\, estimar y reunir todas las piezas de un plan de negocios en este taller en línea presentado por Stevie Schafenacker\, asesor independiente de empresas agrícolas y alimentarias. Pasaremos la mayor parte de nuestro tiempo enfocándonos en crear un plan hecho por usted y para usted.pero también hablaremos de los componentes de un plan de negocios que son esenciales para solicitar financiación. \n\n24 de octubre\, 6-7:30pm\nLugar: Zoom\nRegístrese antes de 17 octubre aquí \n\nHaga clic aquí para más información sobre la serie de talleres Habilidades esenciales para crear\, desarrollar y manejar una empresa de alimentos.  \n¿Preguntas o solicitar interpretación? Póngase en contacto con Caitlin Marquis\, cmarquis@collaborative.org o (413) 588-5562.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/developing-a-business-plan/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231017T204121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T204121Z
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SUMMARY:Livestock Producer Grants Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Got cows? We’ve got a webinar for you! The American Farmland Trust has $1.2 million dollars courtesy of NRCS RCPP to distribute to livestock farmers for projects that will improve your soil quality. There is something for everyone\, projects include but are not limited to; soil amendments\, nutrient management plans\, cover cropping\, cropland to pasture conversion\, riparian buffer plantings\, and much more! The webinar will provide an opportunity to connect with Max Breiteneicher who is drafting the required conservation plans for those who apply.  Other funding opportunities available through AFT will also be discussed. \nRegister here! \nWhen: Thursday October 26\, 2023 at Noon \nWhere: Zoom (register to receive zoom link) \nQuestions? Contact: Kristina.Smith@mass.gov
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/livestock-producer-grants-webinar/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231012T152646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T153633Z
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SUMMARY:Mycoterra Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a passion for locally grown mushrooms? Come learn about the incredible process of growing mushrooms at Mycoterra Farm! \nJulia Coffey\, owner of Mycoterra Farm\, will share insights about running a mushroom farm that produces 3\,000 pounds of shiitake\, lion’s mane\, oyster mushrooms and more every year! \nThis event is offered on a sliding scale basis to benefit CISA’s Growing Resilience campaign.\nSpace is limited. Register here to save your spot. \nWhen you donate $25 or more\, you’ll receive a free kit to grow your own mushrooms at home! \nQuestions? Contact Kate Hennessey (413) 665-7100
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mycoterra-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Mycoterra Farm\, 75 Stillwater Road\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20230825T223901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T223901Z
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SUMMARY:From the Cell to the Rail: The science of meat quality and yield
DESCRIPTION:Regardless of species\, proper management and nutrition are critical to maximizing the genetic potential of your animals. In this presentation\, Jennifer Martin with Colorado State will explore the scientific underpinnings of muscle\, fat\, and bone development and the impacts of management and nutrition on the quality and yield of livestock species. \nDate: October 28\, 1pm  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/from-the-cell-to-the-rail-the-science-of-meat-quality-and-yield/
LOCATION:Remote (Free)
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231018T140405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T132521Z
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SUMMARY:CISA's Growing Resilience Day at Mike's Maze - CANCELED
DESCRIPTION:This event is canceled due to expected rain. We hope to see you next year at Mike’s Maze!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cisas-growing-resilience-day-at-mikes-maze/
LOCATION:Mike’s Maze\, 23 South Main Street\, Sunderland\, 01375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20230825T224503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T224503Z
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SUMMARY:Getting Your Farm Funded: Understanding FACT's Fund a Farmer Grants
DESCRIPTION:Looking for funding that can help talk your farm to the next humane farming level? One that’s easy to apply for and report on? Look no further FACT’s Fund-a-Farmer grant program is the perfect way yo improve the lives of the livestock on your farm. In this session former FACT Humane Farming Director\, Larissa McKenna and FACT’s Humane Farming Manager\, Samantha Gasson will be joined by the fabulous Kara Shannon\, ASPCA’s Director of Farm Animal Welfare Policy\, Response and Engagement (a major underwriter of FACT’s Fund-a-Farmer grants) to discuss the Fund-a-Farmer grant process and application tidbits. If you’re planning on applying this year you won’t want to miss this informative session. \nDate: November 1\, 6pm  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/getting-your-farm-funded-understanding-facts-fund-a-farmer-grants/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231018T171638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T171947Z
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Health and Food Sovereignty
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Jus Crea Giammarino of Native Root Medicine presents on “Indigenous Health and Food Sovereignty.” Part of the Indigenous Voices of the Valley – Two Part Series collection. More information here.  \n\nLocation: Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow Street Northampton\, MA 01062\nDate: Saturday\, November 4 · 3 – 4pm EDT\nBring a chair or blanket to sit on.\nSuggested donation $5-$50 to cover the cost of the speaker.\n\nAbout Dr. Jus Crea Giammarino: \nRaised with her Penobscot culture and Native American spiritual practices\, Dr. Jus Crea Giammarino realized the healing powers of nature at a young age. She received a Certificate in Herbal Therapeutics and attended the Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies. She received a Bachelors of Science from UMass\, Amherst in ‘Ethnobotany and Holistic Health’\, graduating magna cum laude from the Honors College. Here she also received a Certificate in Native American Studies as well as completing premedical coursework. She went on to receive a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the University of Bridgeport\, College of Naturopathic Medicine graduating at the top of her class earning the award for ‘Academic Excellence in Naturopathic Medicine’. She completed an advanced externship in pediatrics\, women’s health\, and family medicine as well as receiving advanced training in Sankaran Homeopathy. She became an Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist at the Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Hospital in Bronx\, NY and a certified practitioner in WTS Therapy. \nJus Crea has lectured extensively on Native American Herbology and leads ethnobotanical tours. She teaches Native American cultures\, histories and traditions. Previously she taught Nutrition at Springfield College and was a primary care physician in Brattleboro\, VT. Currently Dr. Giammarino practices Naturopathic Medicine in Springfield\, MA treating people of all ages.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/indigenous-health-and-food-sovereignty/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton\, 140 Meadow Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231018T172500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T172500Z
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Voices of the Valley: Film Screening by the Nolembeka Project
DESCRIPTION:Nolumbeka Project presents: “Indigenous Voices from the Connecticut River Valley of Massachusetts: A 10-part film series.” Part of the Indigenous Voices of the Valley – Two Part Series collection\, Hosted by Grow Food Northampton. More information here. \n\nDate: Sunday\, November 5 · 3 – 5pm\nLocation: Sanctuary\, 3rd floor of Thornes Marketplace in Northampton\, 150 Main Street Northampton\, MA 01060\n80 minute film screening and discussion.\nFree!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/indigenous-voices-of-the-valley-film-screening-by-the-nolembeka-project/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 150 Main Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20230922T215511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T223648Z
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SUMMARY:Making a Value-Added Food Product: The Essentials / Elaborar un producto alimenticio con valor agregado: lo esencial
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nLooking to take local produce and turn it into jam\, salsa\, or something else? This workshop is for you. Join the folks from the Massachusetts Agriculture Innovation Center and the Western Massachusetts Food Processing Center for an overview of what it takes to make a value-added food product. We’ll cover some food safety basics\, options for where to make your product\, and an overview of regulatory requirements and licensing. \n\nWednesday November 8th\, 6-7pm\nLocation: remote (Zoom)\nRegister by November 1 here\n\nThis workshop is part of the Essential Skills for Starting\, Growing and Managing a Food Business Fall Series. Click here for more information.  \nQuestions or requesting interpretation? Contact Caitlin Marquis\, (413) 588-5562. \n\nElaborar un producto alimenticio con valor agregado: lo esencial\n¡Registrar aquí! \n¿Quiere tomar productos locales y convertirlos en mermelada\, salsa o algo más? Este taller es para ti. Únase a la gente del Centro de Innovación Agrícola de Massachusetts y del Centro de Procesamiento de Alimentos del Oeste de Massachusetts para obtener una descripción general de lo que se necesita para elaborar un producto alimenticio con valor agregado. Cubriremos algunos conceptos básicos de seguridad alimentaria\, opciones sobre dónde fabricar su producto y una descripción general de los requisitos reglamentarios y las licencias. \n\n8 de noviembre\, 6-7pm\nLugar: Zoom\nRegístrese antes de 1 noviembre aquí \n\nHaga clic aquí para más información sobre la serie de talleres Habilidades esenciales para crear\, desarrollar y manejar una empresa de alimentos.  \n¿Preguntas o solicitar interpretación? Póngase en contacto con Caitlin Marquis\, cmarquis@collaborative.org o (413) 588-5562.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/making-a-value-added-food-product-the-essentials-elaborar-un-producto-alimenticio-con-valor-agregado-lo-esencial/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20230911T205633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230911T205633Z
UID:44578-1700049600-1700053200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Health Connector for Business: Affordable\, Flexible Health Insurance
DESCRIPTION:This information session will focus on health insurance options available to small employers and their employees through Health Connector for Business at www.MAhealthconnector.org/business. We’ll also review available options for sole proprietors and owner-only groups who do not yet have the employees to qualify for a small group plan through the Health Connector for Business. \nThe agenda includes: \n\nCoverage options for small employers through Health Connector for Business\nFlexible Employee Choice models\nExclusive cost-saving benefits through the Health Connector for Business\, such as the ConnectWell rebate program and the Small Business Health Care Tax Credit\nHealth insurance options for sole proprietors and owner-only groups not eligible for small-group coverage\n\nWe hope you will join us for this informative and important session. Sign up and learn about the many resources offered through the Massachusetts Health Connector.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/health-connector-for-business-affordable-flexible-health-insurance/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20230922T215352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230922T215352Z
UID:44714-1700071200-1700076600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Running a Food Business from your Home / Dirigiendo un negocio de alimentos desde tu casa
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nYes\, you can run a food business out of your own home kitchen! Bri Dupras from Franklin Regional Council of Governments will cover the MA cottage industry food laws\, and talk about how to get your home kitchen certified. We’ll also cover how you can sell foods you make at home and which permits you need. \n\nWednesday November 15th\, 6-7:30\nLocation: remote (Zoom)\nRegister by November 8 here\n\nThis workshop is part of the Essential Skills for Starting\, Growing and Managing a Food Business Fall Series. Click here for more information.  \nQuestions or requesting interpretation? Contact Caitlin Marquis\, (413) 588-5562. \n\nDirigiendo un negocio de alimentos desde tu casa\n¡Registrar aquí! \nSí\, ¡puede administrar un negocio de alimentos desde la cocina de su propia casa! Bri Dupras del Consejo Regional de Gobiernos de Franklin cubrirá las leyes alimentarias de la industria artesanal de Massachusetts y hablará sobre cómo obtener la certificación de la cocina de su hogar. También cubriremos cómo puede vender alimentos que prepara en casa y qué permisos necesita. \n\n15 de noviembre 6-7:30pm\nLugar: Zoom\nRegístrese antes de 8 noviembre aquí \n\nHaga clic aquí para más información sobre la serie de talleres Habilidades esenciales para crear\, desarrollar y manejar una empresa de alimentos.  \n¿Preguntas o solicitar interpretación? Póngase en contacto con Caitlin Marquis\, cmarquis@collaborative.org o (413) 588-5562.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/running-a-food-business-from-your-home-dirigiendo-un-negocio-de-alimentos-desde-tu-casa/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20230804T013440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T152321Z
UID:44090-1701248400-1701262800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Successful Value-Added Food Product Development for Farm and New Food Businesses: Managing Food Quality and Safety 2023
DESCRIPTION:Are you a farmer diversifying into value-added production or an entrepreneur developing new and exciting products? Do you have questions about how to integrate food safety and quality into the development of a value-added food product? If so\, this is the program for you! \nThis course will address the key attributes of formulating a product from concept to commercialization including food safety and scaling up considerations. You will learn about the food science basics\, key elements required for product labeling\, and an overview of key regulatory requirements for small and emerging food businesses\, such as entrepreneurs and local food processors.  \nRegistration Fee: This program\, including office hours and virtual sessions\, is $50. We do not want finances to be a barrier to attendance so CISA offers sliding scale pricing to ensure anyone can attend. \nRegistration Deadline: Tuesday\, November 21\, 2023 \nClick here for more information. \nPlease contact Zoraia de Jesus Barros\, 413-665-7100 ext. 15\, with any questions regarding the event or sliding scale pricing.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-safety-2023/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231129T183703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T171151Z
UID:45217-1701457200-1701464400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CISA Fundraiser at The Ashfield Lakehouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Friday\, December 1st at 7:00 pm for an incredible evening at The Ashfield Lakehouse! \nThe kitchen is open 5:00-9:00 pm for great food. Enjoy great company\, and support CISA! \nGet ready to immerse yourself in stories and discussions with our fabulous local farmers: Conway Hart Farm\, Riverland Farm\, Foxtrot Farm\, and Good Bunch Farm! \nPlus\, don’t miss the chance to snag a cute t-shirt or sweatshirt designed by local artist\, Emma Kohlmann. With each purchase\, you’ll be supporting CISA’s Growing Resilience campaign. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cisa-fundraiser-at-the-ashfield-lakehouse/
LOCATION:The Ashfield Lakehouse\, 141 Buckland Road\, Ashfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231115T155503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T162911Z
UID:45088-1701511200-1701518400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Making Food Fun with Quabbin Harvest
DESCRIPTION:Making Food Fun comes to the Quabbin region! \nCISA and Quabbin Harvest team up with local farms to celebrate the late harvest season in Orange. The morning will be full of ways to experience local food and local farms\, within a fun\, community setting. \nTaste apples and cider from Pine Hill Orchard. Test cheeses from Thomas Farm and Round Table Farm. Learn and sample new recipes with a cooking demo from Nalini Goordial. Meet the farmers from Crooked Trail Farm\, then say hello to Keith the pig from Coolidge Hill Farm. Get moving with a movement-based obstacle course from The Dance Studio. Our list continues to grow\, so stop by to see who’s there! \nThis family event is free and open to the public at the Quabbin Harvest Co-op\, 12 N Main St\, Orange\, on Saturday\, December 2nd from 10am-12pm—rain or shine! Kids of all ages are welcome! Parent resources and more!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/making-food-fun-with-quabbin-harvest/
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231113T145237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T145237Z
UID:45076-1701525600-1701531000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Opportunistic Gardening Tactics in the Time of Climate Chaos
DESCRIPTION:Homestead\, mentor\, and heirloom seed saver\, Daniel Botkin\, will tell stories and show slides illustrating key strategies and tactics which have served him for 28 years on his five acre\, hand-powered food forest in Gill\, MA. \nDaniel practices a robust “no-till”\, mulch-centric style of four season farming featuring a diversity of seasonal annuals and perennials. Daniel’s work translates permaculture principles into practical strategies for resiliency in an age of climate chaos. \nSaturday\, December 2nd\, 2:00pm \nSunderland Public Library\, 20 School Street\, Sunderland\, MA \nContact: (413) 665 2642\, www.sunderlandpubliclibrary.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/opportunistic-gardening-tactics-in-the-time-of-climate-chaos/
LOCATION:Sunderland Public Library\, 20 School Street\, Sunderland
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231127T184618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231127T184618Z
UID:45175-1701804600-1701810000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Fantastic Fungi movie screening and panel discussion
DESCRIPTION:Photo from Fantastic Fungi website \n\nJoin CISA for a movie screening and panel discussion of Fantastic Fungi! \n\n\nTuesday\, December 5th at 7:30pm \n\n\n\n\n\nBuy tickets here! https://tinyurl.com/3z6xk989\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPresented in partnership with Amherst Cinema. \nFeaturing a post-screening panel discussion with: \n\nJulia Coffey\, Mycoterra Farm\nHunter Linscott\, Livingstone Mycology\nPaul Lagrèze\, New England Wild Edibles\nModerator: Claire Morenon\, CISA\n\n\nFANTASTIC FUNGI is a vivid journey into the mysterious subterranean world of mycelium and its fruit—the mushroom. A story that begins 3.5 billion years ago\, fungi makes the soil that supports life\, connecting vast systems of roots from plants and trees all over the planet. \nThrough the eyes of renowned scientists and mycologists like Paul Stamets\, best-selling authors Michael Pollan\, Eugenia Bone\, Andrew Weil\, and others\, we experience the power\, beauty\, and complexity of the fungi kingdom. \nNarrated by Brie Larson\, the 2019 film is an astonishing blueprint for how the mycelium network connects all humanity and the natural world\, offering solutions to some of our most pressing medical\, therapeutic\, and environmental challenges.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fantastic-fungi-movie-screening-and-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Amherst Cinema\, 28 Amity Street\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231205T183733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T192520Z
UID:45269-1701954000-1701959400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:USDA's Discrimination Financial Assistance Program: Upcoming Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nMDAR is hosting a webinar on December 7th at 1pm on USDA’s Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP) – a new program\, authorized by Section 22007(e) of the Inflation Reduction Act\, that will provide financial assistance to farmers\, ranchers and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in USDA farm lending programs prior to 2021. \nThe ability to qualify to receive a portion of the $2.2 billion compensation fund is available for individuals who: \n\nExperienced discrimination\, prior to January 1\, 2021\, by the USDA in its farm lending programs\, which are currently administered by the Farm Service Agency (FSA).\nAre currently debtors with assigned or assumed USDA farm lending debt that was the subject of USDA discrimination that occurred prior to January 1\, 2021.\n\nApplications must be submitted by January 13th\, 2024. \nTo register for the webinar on December 7th at 1 PM\, please visit this webpage. \nFor translation/interpretation services\, please submit your request to Rebecca.Davidson@Mass.gov by December 4th. Requests made after December 4th will be considered but may not be possible to fill.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/usdas-discrimination-financial-assistance-program-upcoming-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231201T202628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T202628Z
UID:45259-1702393200-1702400400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Keep ’em Coming Back: Five Strategies for Retaining Loyal Customers for Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:It’s more satisfying and profitable to keep your current customers happy than to chase after new customers. This interactive workshop will demonstrate five strategies for boosting customer loyalty\, including knowing your customers’ wants and needs\, providing stellar customer service\, implementing loyalty programs\, clarifying your brand\, and creating compelling communications. You’ll see examples of what successful farmers are doing to keep loyal customers and share stories about what’s working for your farm. You’ll leave with new ideas for cultivating a customer base that keeps coming back for more. \nThe presenter\, Myrna Greenfield\, is a farm and food marketing consultant at Good Egg Marketing\, a frequent speaker at conferences and events\, and a consultant with MDAR. She’s the author of the book\, Marketing Your Farm: A practical guide to attracting loyal customers and increasing sales. \nThe main presentation and discussion will last 90 minutes\, followed by 30 minutes for additional Q&A. \nDate: Tuesday\, Dec 12th\, 3-5pm \nClick here to Register! \nContact: Shannon Hickey\, (781) 908-4466\, shickey@semaponline.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/keep-em-coming-back-five-strategies-for-retaining-loyal-customers-for-your-farm/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231207T234900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T235133Z
UID:45300-1702557000-1702560600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:High Tunnel Energy Efficiency Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will focus on energy use and conservation in high tunnel and greenhouse production. Energy costs can be substantial in a smaller diversified production system and reducing electric bills can help the bottom line. We’ll understand energy costs and how to approach an energy assessment of your farm. We’ll then talk about energy efficient designs and materials for new structures and energy retrofits for existing structures.\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: December 14\, 12:30-1:30PM\nWhere: Zoom\nCost: Free\, Registration Required\n\n\n\n\nAbout the presenter: Chris Lent is an Agricultural Specialist working out of Pennsylvania for the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) as part of the Northeast regional team. He operated an organic vegetable farm for ten years and worked in the fields of energy efficiency\, solar installation\, and organic farm inspection. His work at NCAT has focused on farm energy\, organic vegetable production\, local food systems\, high tunnel management\, and urban agriculture.  \nThis workshop is a partnership between the Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD)\, the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT)\, ATTRA Sustainable Agriculture. Funding for this program is provided in part by the New Hampshire Department of Agriculture\, Markets and Food USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. USDA is an equal opportunity employer\, provider and lender. \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/high-tunnel-energy-efficiency-webinar/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20230911T175842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T180333Z
UID:44562-1704823200-1704832200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:New Entry's Farm Business Planning Course
DESCRIPTION:In 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\nCourse Details: \nThe courses meet online on Tuesdays from 6pm to 8:30pm Eastern Standard Time for 8 consecutive weeks. Each evening session is filled with information and activities that will help you write your farm business plan. The Farm Business Planning course is designed to help you create a written plan to start or expand your farm business. \nGraduates of the course can apply to join our Incubator Farm Program. \nThe course is recognized by the Farm Service Agency (FSA) as fulfilling one of their financial management training requirements. \n\n\n\n\nDATE: Tuesday\, January 9\, 2024\nTIME: 6:00pm – 8:30pm\nLOCATION: Online  Link to be given to registrants upon enrollment\nCOST: $400 – Half-off scholarship available\n\n\n\nMore information here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-entrys-farm-business-planning-course/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231211T223913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T152718Z
UID:45324-1704907800-1704913200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:¡IMPUESTO 101 2023! TAX 101 2023!
DESCRIPTION:¡Prepare el Anexo F para los impuestos de 2023!\n\n\n\nCAMBIO DE FECHA: Miercoles\, 10 de enero\, 5:30-7pm \n\n\n¡Registrar aquí! \nEste taller tiene como objetivo enseñar a los agricultores los fundamentos de la elaboración de presupuestos y el mantenimiento de registros con el objetivo de poder ser agricultores de acuerdo con la ley de Massachusetts. Le daremos conceptos para crear y mantener registros agrícolas para que coincidan con las categorías a efectos de impuestos. Esto abrirá oportunidades para solicitar subvenciones que beneficiarán directamente a las empresas de los agricultores. \nEl conocimiento financiero es la puerta de entrada para que los agricultores puedan tomar decisiones financieras informadas sobre sus negocios\, prepararse adecuadamente para la próxima temporada\, fijar precios apropiados y evaluar qué actividades/cultivos “valen” su tiempo. \nPresentadores: Zoraia Barros y Yamaira Rivera\, MBA. Servicios de Contabilidad y Impuestos de YR \n\n\n\nCAMBIO DE FECHA: Miercoles\, 10 de enero\, 5:30-7pm\nDónde: 329 Main St\, Holyoke MA\, 01040\nCoorganizador: Nuestras Raíces\nTarifa: $10.00* \n\n*Tarifa: CISA ofrece precios de escala móvil para garantizar que las finanzas no sean una barrera para la asistencia. Póngase en contacto con Zoraia (Zoraia@buylocalfood.org) para solicitar un registro gratuito o con descuento. \nPóngase en contacto con Zoraia en zoraia@buylocalfood.org o 413-665-7100 ext. 15 o Jason Comcowich en jcomcowich@nuestras-raices.org si tiene alguna pregunta. \n\n\n\nGet your Schedule F ready for 2023 taxes!\n\nDATE CHANGE: Wednesday\, January 10th\, 5:30-7pm \nRegister here! \nThis workshop will teach farmers the foundations of budgeting and record-keeping to help them comply with Massachusetts law. We will share strategies for creating and keeping records that correspond with the information needed for farm tax filings. \n Improved recordkeeping will open opportunities to apply for grants that will benefit farmers’ businesses directly. Financial knowledge is the doorway to farmers being able to make informed financial decisions about their businesses\, to be able to adequately prepare for next season\, to set appropriate prices\, and to evaluate what activities/crops are “worth” their time. \nPresenters: Zoraia Barros and Yamaira Rivera\, MBA. YR Accounting and Tax Services \n\nDate Change: Wednesday\, January 10th\, 5:30-7pm\nWhere: 329 Main St\, Holyoke MA\, 01040\nCo-Sponsor: Nuestras Raices\nFee: $10.00*\n\n*Fee: The standard cost for this course is $10. CISA offers sliding scale pricing to ensure finances are not a barrier to attendance. Please reach out to Zoraia (Zoraia@buylocalfood.org) to request discounted or free registration. \nContact Zoraia at zoraia@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 15 or Jason Comcowich at jcomcowich@nuestras-raices.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/impuesto-101-2023-prepare-el-anexo-f-para-los-impuestos-de-2023-tax-101-2023-get-your-schedule-f-ready-for-2023-taxes/
LOCATION:Nuestras Raices\, 329 Main Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231120T220116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T220116Z
UID:45142-1705399200-1705402800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Crop Insurance 101: An Introduction
DESCRIPTION:An overview of insurance programs relevant to vegetable and small fruit producers in New England. This workshop is intended for those with little to no prior experience with insurance and wondering what the options are and if they are right for your farm. Or for those looking for a refresher or updates. We will hear about Farm Service Agency’s Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and Risk Management Agency’s Whole-Farm Revenue Protection and Micro-Farm Revenue Protection Programs. \nWhen: Tuesday\, January 16\, 2024\, 10am-11am\nWhere: Online. Register here! \nSpeakers: Bailey Albert\, MA-FSA Outreach Coordinator and Alex Sereno\, Northeast Regional RMA Director
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/crop-insurance-101-an-introduction/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231120T220725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T220725Z
UID:45144-1705572000-1705579200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Crop Insurance 301: Demystifying The How and Why Behind Each Program
DESCRIPTION:A deeper dive into each individual program\, one at a time\, to help you decide which program is right for your farm. Regional experts from FSA and RMA will provide tips and tricks on how to be successful applying for coverage and getting a claim\, including what records you need to keep and why. We will do our best to answer questions during a facilitated Q&A. \nWhen: Thursday\, January 18\, 2024\, 10am-noon\nWhere: Online. Register here! \nSpeakers: Julie Jacque\, VT-FSA Agricultural Program Specialist and Alex Sereno\, Northeast Regional RMA Director \nThese webinars will be recorded.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/crop-insurance-301-demystifying-the-how-and-why-behind-each-program/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20231207T235737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T235737Z
UID:45307-1706013000-1706016600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:On-Farm Solar Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning more about solar options for your farm? As solar panel costs have lowered\, and incentives have increased\, more farms are turning to solar to offset electricity costs. \n​Join this webinar to learn about site assessment\, compare ground mounted and roof mounted systems\, and incentives and funding available for solar projects. We will touch on leasing land for larger solar development. and introduce resources available through The Agrisolar Clearinghouse\, a program run by the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT). \n\nWhen: January 23\, 2024 at 12:30-1:30PM\nWhere: Zoom (link provided after registration)\n\n\n\n\nAbout the presenter: Chris Lent is an Agricultural Specialist working out of Pennsylvania for the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) as part of the Northeast regional team. He operated an organic vegetable farm for ten years and worked in the fields of energy efficiency\, solar installation\, and organic farm inspection. His work at NCAT has focused on farm energy\, organic vegetable production\, local food systems\, high tunnel management\, and urban agriculture.  \nFor questions or assistance in registration\, contact matt@cheshireconservation.org or (603)756-9282. \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/on-farm-solar-webinar/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTSTAMP:20260426T205946
CREATED:20240103T175001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T175001Z
UID:45499-1706140800-1706399999@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2024 Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Northeast Grazing and Livestock Conference takes place at the UMass Amherst campus on Jan 25-27th. This year’s in-person and remote conference takes a deep dive into all aspects of raising pasture-based livestock in New England and New York. The gathering is collaboratively organized by the New England Grazing Network & Northeast Pasture Consortium\, a group of grazing-focused technical assistance providers and education organizations from across the region.  \nScholarships are available for regional farmers and technical assistance providers. Scholarship funds of up to $750 can be used to help cover costs of registration\, travel and lodging. To apply for support complete the application here by Friday\, January 5th.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2024-northeast-grazing-and-livestock-conference/
LOCATION:In-person at UMass\, Amherst or remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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