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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T210000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T153000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20231127T184618Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231207T143000
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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:20260426T173045
CREATED:20231201T202628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T202628Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231214T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20231207T234900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231207T235133Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T203000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240110T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20231211T223913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T152718Z
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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:20260426T173045
CREATED:20231120T220116Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240128
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240103T175001Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240118T224338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T224338Z
UID:45615-1706176800-1706184000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Incorporating Perennial Crops on Your Farm with Regenerative Design Group
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nAgroforestry crops and practices have the potential to help farmers manage the land they are farming in different ways\, providing new opportunities to grow emerging crops that can be incorporated into existing markets\, or help boost ecological and financial resiliency. Attendees will hear from Jono Neiger of Regenerative Design Group (RDG) and Big River Chestnuts about potential perennial crops\, their management\, and how practices can be defined and funded (through NRCS\, MDAR or other sources). \nWith Farmer Co-Presenters Seva Water; Nutwood Farm / Regenerative Design Group\nBabette Wils; Bigfoot Food Forest \nRegenerative Design Group is a worker-owned ecological design practice dedicated to working with farm owners to develop diverse agroecological and agroforestry systems that support the farm’s social\, environmental\, and economic goals. \n\nDate: Thursday\, January 25\, 2024\, 10AM-12PM\nLocation: Online\nFee: $20 Members\, $30 non-members\n\nContact Berkshire Grown at buylocal@berkshiregrown.org or call (413) 528-0041 for more information. \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/incorporating-perennial-crops-on-your-farm-with-regenerative-design-group/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Grown":MAILTO:buylocal@berkshiregrown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240123T211746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T211917Z
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SUMMARY:Grant Writing for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about grants available for farmers and how to write a strong proposal. CISA staffer Margaret Christie will review a couple of current or expected grant opportunities and share some basic resources to prepare you to apply for funding for your farm\, plus answer your questions. Register here. \n\nDate: Tuesday\, January 30\, 6:30 pm (snow date – January 31)\nLocation: Southwick Library\, Southwick\, MA\n\nContact Margaret at margaret@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 23 with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/grant-writing-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Southwick Library\, 95 Feeding Hills Rd\, Southwick\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240129T215335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T220608Z
UID:45824-1706875200-1706878800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:An introduction to FSA loans
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 2 at 12 p.m.: Welcome to FSA – an introduction to FSA loans\, programs\, and services\, as well as how to start working with FSA. REGISTER HERE \nFSA provides programs and loans to help farmers provide food\, fuel\, and fiber to millions of people worldwide. The New York FSA staff work hard every day to ensure that New York farmers have the information they need to participate in federally funded agricultural programs. FSA-administered programs benefit all Americans by providing stability for our agricultural producers\, thus helping ensure a safe\, abundant\, and affordable supply of food and fiber. \nIf you would need to request an accommodation\, please contact Lynnette Wright at (315) 477-6309\, or by e-mail at lynnette.wright@usda.gov  at least three days prior to the webinar to request accommodations (e.g.\, an interpreter\, translator\, etc.) or materials in an alternative format (e.g.\, Braille\, large print\, audiotape – captioning\, etc.).
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/an-introduction-to-fsa-loans/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240110T214148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T214148Z
UID:45567-1706950800-1706961600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2024 Pioneer Valley Regional Agricultural Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Northampton Agricultural Commission would like to invite you to the 2024 Pioneer Valley Regional Agricultural Conference on Saturday February 3rd from 9am to noon at the Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School Library in Northampton. (Snow date — Saturday Feb 10th.) Doors open at 8:30am and there will be coffee and baked goods. \nWe’ll have three great speakers presenting: \nTom Jenkins from Blue Dog Forestry will discuss managing forests for income\, wildlife habitat\, and recreational access\, and how he works with his oxen for low-impact timbering. \nLaurie Cuevas from Thomas Farm and Dairy will present on raising Nubian goats for her farm’s award winning chevre cheese and running a successful diversified farm with local beef\, seasonal vegetables\, and fresh eggs. \nMissy Leab\, coordinator of the Massachusetts Maple Producers Association and owner of Ioka Valley Farm\, will highlight current trends in maple sugaring and how raising hormone-free beef\, and growing pumpkins\, squash\, and christmas trees has helped her 4th-generation farm continue to thrive.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2024-pioneer-valley-regional-agricultural-conference/
LOCATION:Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School Library\, Northampton\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240125T160222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T023457Z
UID:45702-1707156000-1707161400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:NRCS Webinar for Forest Landowners
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nDo you have forest land? Have you been managing it? Would you like to get paid to continue that good work and implement one new activity? Or are you new to forest management? Wherever you are in your forestland journey\, you will want to read this! \nThe U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are co-sponsoring an online informational meeting on Monday February 5\, 2024 at 6pm for the forest land community on funding opportunities through the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) and DCR’s Stewardship Program. \nCSP helps agricultural producers\, including non-industrial private forest landowners take the conservation activities on their operations to the next level though a five-year contract. It provides a payment (minimum $4000/year) for maintaining the current conservation efforts on the land and for implementing new conservation activities. At least one new activity is required to participate in the program. \nJoin us at the meeting to hear from a MA forest landowner about his experience in receiving a recent CSP contract. NRCS will explain the eligibility requirements\, payment structure and available conservation activities. This is a timely meeting as MA has received additional funding for CSP\, and other programs\, through the Inflation Reduction Act – the largest climate and conservation investment in history. Learning more and contacting your local NRCS office is the first step to applying for CSP or other programs for future funding. \nPresenters: Alison Wright-Hunter and Michael Downey from DCR will provide updates on the Massachusetts Forest Stewardship Program (FSP) and other opportunities from the DCR’s Working Forest Initiative. \nPlease register by Friday\, February 2\, 2024. If you have any questions\, you may contact Kate Parsons\, Resource Conservationist\, NRCS at kate.parsons@usda.gov or 413-253-4380. If you require special accommodation in order to participate fully in this online meeting\, please contact Kate by Monday\, January 29\, 2024.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nrcs-and-dcr-to-host-a-webinar-for-forest-landowners/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240206T203754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T203754Z
UID:45947-1707206400-1707238800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Supply and Demand of Straight Native Species
DESCRIPTION:Instructors Marie Chieppo and Jasmine Callahan will discuss the recent surge in demand for straight native species by homeowners and others who are invested in the campaign to attract birds and insects that depend on straight species for food and habitat. Why does this void exist and what can we expect down the road? The class includes a presentation and interview\, with discussion and Q&A to follow. \nMarie Chieppo has written articles for the Ecological Landscape Alliance and the Association of Professional Landscape Designers on the topic. Jasmine Callahan\, a former owner of Blue Stem Nursery\, and now the owner and propagator of Dragonfly Natives\, will join Marie to share her insight. \n\nSaturday\, Feb. 17\, 10 a.m. to noon\nLocation: Berkshire Botanical Gardens\nMembers: $40/Non-Members: $55\n\n 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-supply-and-demand-of-straight-native-species/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Stockbridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240202T143759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T143759Z
UID:45890-1707242400-1707249600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Risk: A Workshop on Sensitivity and Competitive Analysis for Agricultural Producers
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin us for a dynamic 2-hour workshop designed to share with farmers about assessing and mitigating risks using analytical tools. Our focus will be on two key aspects: Sensitivity Analysis and Competitive Analysis. Learn more here! \n\nSensitivity analysis is a way to see what a range of potential financial outcomes for the year may be. It can help producers prepare for a range of potentials and how they might respond to them. In this workshop we will learn about the process of sensitivity analysis and discuss how it builds resilience and adaptability for a farm business.\nCompetitive Analysis is a tool used to assess the market and where a farm is within it as part of a larger pricing structure. It includes discussions of factors that are part of determining the right price for an item\, as well as who are direct and indirect competitors and how to consider them and their pricing.\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, February 6\, 2024\, 6-8pm\nLocation: Remote\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your strategic decision-making skills and elevate your competitive edge in the agricultural sector! \n\nAbout the Presenter: \nCian Dalzell has been farming since 2007\, growing both the soil and financial records and systems at Three Maples Market Garden since 2010. In addition to growing vegetables in Berkshire County\, he has a decade of working in natural foods retail and nearly a decade of providing business technical assistance. Cian came to the Carrot Project for a workshop on financial recordkeeping and is now the lead trainer and a business advisor with the organization. His areas of expertise include financial analysis and planning\, competitive analysis\, business planning\, and building operational systems.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/navigating-risk-a-workshop-on-sensitivity-and-competitive-analysis-for-agricultural-producers/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20231116T130224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T193102Z
UID:45100-1707292800-1707325200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2-in-1 Food Safety Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this workshop is now closed. If you would like to join the waitlist\, please email julia@buylocalfood.org. We will open spots to those on the waitlist if any registrants withdraw from the course. \nAre you a restaurant owner or a food business employee who needs their ServSafe Certification? Participate in our 2-in-1 Food Safety Workshop on February 7th to receive a ServSafe Certification and an Allergens Awareness Certificate at a reduced cost. Topics include safe food handling practices\, proper food preparation\, storage\, and serving techniques to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensure food safety. The workshop will be led by Randy Crochier\, Director of Public Health at Franklin Regional Council of Governments & 20-year ServSafe instructor. All materials will be provided\, and a light lunch will be served. Only 15 spots are available!  \nLocation: CISA Office\, 1 Sugarloaf St\, South Deerfield MA. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 7th\, from 8am-5pm \nCost: $100 – The cost of this workshop is $100\, including the course and textbook. We would like this course to be accessible to all. If paying the full cost will prevent you from attending\, please contact Julia@buylocalfood.org to request a discounted rate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact Julia at julia@buylocalfood.org or (413) 665-7100 ext 26 with any question.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2-in-1-food-safety-workshop/
LOCATION:CISA Office\, 1 Sugarloaf Street\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240104T215951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T175350Z
UID:45531-1707303600-1707310800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm Succession Planning free webinar series!
DESCRIPTION:For transitioning farmers and junior generation farmers to learn the basics of farm succession planning\, how to get started\, and where to find support with resources\, tips\, financial and legal considerations\, and more! Click here for more information!  \nOur experts can address your important questions! Feel like your family needs to start talking about the future of the farm\, but you don’t know where to start? Have questions about passing on the farm? \nFarmers from across New England are welcome to attend. All generations are encouraged to attend! Unrelated successors who may play a role in the farm’s future are also encouraged to attend. \nFour-part webinar series: \n\nJanuary 17th\, 11am-1pm – Session 1 – Getting Started & Financial Considerations\nResources\, Tips and Where to Get Assistance\n\nJanuary 24th\, 11am-1pm – Session 2 – Legal Considerations\nBusiness Entities\, and Estate Planning\n\nJanuary 31st\, 11am-1pm – Session 3 – Financial\, Retirement & Tax Considerations\nTaxes\, Viability and Retirement \nFebruary 7th\, 11am-1pm – Session 4 – Farmer Panel: Successes & Challenges\nSeveral farmers will present their succession experience.\n\n\nRegistration gives you access to all of the webinars in this series\, as well as class worksheets and resource handouts. Webinar recordings will also be made available to all who register. Register here! \n“Fantastic job packing so much information into short webinars! The course gave me a broad understanding of how financially\, emotionally\, and legally complex this is for families\, as well as how much time it can take. It also identified resources to get started\,” shared a participant. \nFor more information\, call (603) 357-1600 or email info@landforgood.org. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-succession-planning-free-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240206T175759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T180217Z
UID:45936-1707332400-1707337800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Community Read: “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer
DESCRIPTION:Join Berkshire Botanical Garden and the Stockbridge Library for an engaging book discussion on Robin Wall Kimmerer’s book “Braiding Sweetgrass” in person at Stockbridge Library. This event is an opportunity to dive into the thought-provoking themes and stories shared in Robin Wall Kimmerer’s book. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast\, a lover of indigenous wisdom\, or simply curious about sustainable living\, this discussion promises to be insightful and inspiring. Note: Books will be available to borrow from the Library in the new year. No registration required. \nIN-PERSON at Stockbridge Library\, Stockbridge \nWednesday\, Feb. 7\, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/community-read-braiding-sweetgrass-by-robin-wall-kimmerer/
LOCATION:Stockbridge Library\, Stockbridge
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240202T142813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210023Z
UID:45888-1707390000-1707393600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Massachusetts Farm Energy Program Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Farm Energy Program will provide an overview of the application process and requirements for MDAR’s energy grant\, as well as the USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grant. \nThe webinar will be held via Microsoft Teams on February 8 from 11:00am to 12:00pm. To register\, please visit this page. For more information\, please contact Megan Denardo at the Massachusetts Farm Energy Program at megan.denardo@cetonline.org or 413-727-3090.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/massachusetts-farm-energy-program-webinar/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240111T204202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T204202Z
UID:45577-1707476400-1707481800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:USDA Investments in Conservation and Climate-Resilience in New England: Assessing the impact and advocating for the future
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 9 | 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM EST | Register Here! \nIn partnership with the Northeast Healthy Soil Network\, Food Solutions New England is hosting the following policy solutions webinar as part of the FSNE Campaign for Climate Resilience. \nA year following substantial investments by the Biden-Harris Administration in the USDA\, coupled with the passage of the Growing Climate Solutions Act in December 2022\, the USDA is making strategic investments to de-risk the transition to climate-smart agriculture for corporations and remove barriers to market-driven solutions such as carbon-markets. \nThis webinar will explore the trajectory and impact of USDA investments in Conservation and Climate-Smart programs on climate resilience and farm viability in New England. The exploration aims to discern whether these investments are propelling the region toward a transformative shift in the food system or merely fortifying existing models and systems.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/usda-investments-in-conservation-and-climate-resilience-in-new-england-assessing-the-impact-and-advocating-for-the-future/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240129T215540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210324Z
UID:45827-1707480000-1707483600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:When Damaging Weather Strikes
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 9 at 12 p.m.: When Damaging Weather Strikes – a presentation on the disaster programs available from FSA to help farmers recover from damaging weather\, including information on the Emergency Conservation Program which was recently expanded to include snow removal. REGISTER HERE \nFSA provides programs and loans to help farmers provide food\, fuel\, and fiber to millions of people worldwide. The New York FSA staff work hard every day to ensure that New York farmers have the information they need to participate in federally funded agricultural programs. FSA-administered programs benefit all Americans by providing stability for our agricultural producers\, thus helping ensure a safe\, abundant\, and affordable supply of food and fiber. \nIf you would need to request an accommodation\, please contact Lynnette Wright at (315) 477-6309\, or by e-mail at lynnette.wright@usda.gov  at least three days prior to the webinar to request accommodations (e.g.\, an interpreter\, translator\, etc.) or materials in an alternative format (e.g.\, Braille\, large print\, audiotape – captioning\, etc.).
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/when-damaging-weather-strikes/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240202T144506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T144506Z
UID:45892-1707483600-1707487200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:FIELD Network - Monthly Networking Session
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin the New Entry Sustainable Farming Project and the FIELD Network for our February Monthly Networking Session (topic coming soon!).  Connect with staff of land-based farm incubator and apprenticeship training programs!  Share challenges faced by land-based training programs supporting a diversity of beginning farmers and brainstorm ideas\, solutions\, and shared resources.  Network in breakout groups to mix and mingle with other incubator farm program staff and apprenticeship staff across the country to connect and share project updates! \nEven if you don’t have all the answers\, come and learn and share challenges with your peers.  We host monthly networking sessions throughout the year (First Fridays of the month at 1pm EST) as a way to connect\, continue to learn from one another\, build the network\, and engage in topic-based discussions of interest (bring your enthusiasm for a topic you’d like to discuss). If you have new staff working with your incubator farm program or your apprenticeship training program\, please invite them to come and network and meet their peers across the country to build connections. Learn more here. \n\nDate: Friday 9th\, 1-2pm\nLocation: Remote
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/field-network-monthly-networking-session/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240214
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240205T181729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T182119Z
UID:45915-1707523200-1707868799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Author Talks: Lawns into Meadows with Owen Wormser
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin us for an exciting presentation by local native plant expert\, landscape designer\, and author\, Owen Wormser\, about how to turn your lawn into a more resilient\, carbon-sequestering\, pollinator sheltering and feeding\, beautiful space. \nThis workshop is also the launch of Hampden-Hampshire Conservation District’s native plants grant program designed to help you get started with native plants in your own landscape. Win prizes (including copies of Owen’s book)\, sign up for a free consultation\, and get free resources to help you plan for spring! Click here for more information! \nDates: \n\nSaturday\, February 10\, 1:00 – 3:00pm at Hadley Public Library \nTuesday\, February 13\, 6:00 – 7:30pm at Richard Salter Storr’s Library (Longmeadow)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/author-talks-lawns-into-meadows/
LOCATION:Multiple Venues
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T173045
CREATED:20240206T190853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240207T210512Z
UID:45940-1707555600-1707577200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Plant-Pollinator Interactions on the Landscape: Native Pollination Systems Design and Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Instructor Evan Abramson will discuss the critical role that plant selection plays in designing biodiverse landscapes. Understand why pollinator habitat is the single most important factor to consider in creating resilient terrestrial ecosystems. An interdisciplinary presentation on plant-pollinator interactions and their intersections with science\, design\, climate resilience\, ecological health and food security will be followed by a day-long design workshop with participants working in small teams. All necessary research and drafting materials and light lunch will be provided. \nInstructor Evan Abramson is the Founder and Principal of Landscape Interactions. A landscape designer and regional planner\, he works closely with project partners along every step of the process\, from conception through design\, implementation and maintenance. He holds a Master of Science in Ecological Design from the Conway School of Landscape Design\, Certificates in Permaculture Design and Biodynamic Gardening\, and is the author of numerous publications. \n\nSaturday\, Feb. 10\, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.\nLocation: Berkshire Botanical Gardens\nMembers: $140/Non-Members $160
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/plant-pollinator-interactions-on-the-landscape-native-pollination-systems-design-and-restoration/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Stockbridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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