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SUMMARY:Land Access for New Farmers in Massachusetts: A Farmer Learning Circle!
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nLand access for new farmers plays a vital role in promoting sustainable agriculture practices\, building climate resilience\, and fostering responsible land stewardship through effective record-keeping and informed decision-making. \nJoin us for a conversation about land access for beginning and small-scale farmers in New England. In a region where the average cost of an acre of land exceeds $330\,000\, securing a farmstead can feel like a daunting and prolonged journey. Click here for more information! \nDuring this Farmer Learning Circle\, we’ll learn from the diverse experiences of farmers who have successfully navigated the process of finding their agricultural haven. Four seasoned farmers will share their personal stories\, each offering unique insights gained from their distinct paths to land access. From leasing agreements with non-profits to negotiating with family members and navigating intricate legal landscapes\, our panelists will provide invaluable guidance on dealing with various scenarios. Discover the intricacies of handshake leases\, learn to identify red flags indicating unsuitable land\, and gain practical tips for managing tricky situations. \nTopics of discussion will include leasing from non-profits\, collaborative land sharing arrangements\, effective communication with landlords\, investing in non-owned land\, infrastructure considerations\, the process of purchasing a farm using FSA loans\, the significance of long-term leases such as 99-year leases\, and much more. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from the firsthand experiences of farmers who have traversed the challenging terrain of land access. Join us as we shed light on this vital aspect of farming! \n\nFarmers leading the Panel:\n\nShaunia Flowers\, 2 Cents Homegrown\, Springfield MA.\nTerry O’Brien\,  Hungry Heart Farm\, Kingston\, NH\nChris Grant\, Grant Family Farm\, West Newbury\, MA\nStacey Apple\, Iron Ox Farm\, Hamilton\, MA\n\nEvent Details:  \n\nTuesday\, April 23\, 6-7:30pm\nLocation: Remote (Zoom)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/land-access-for-new-farmers-in-massachusetts-a-farmer-learning-circle/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
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SUMMARY:Grow Great Gardens: Q and A
DESCRIPTION:Seeds of Solidarity’s workshop season begins with Grow Great Gardens: Q and A on April 27th\, 10:30-11.30. The Q & A will be followed by optional self-guided tour of our site. Free\, all welcome! No pre-registration. It’s also our farmstand grand opening day! \nClick here for event information!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/grow-great-gardens-q-and-a/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240318T183526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T190353Z
UID:46330-1714309200-1714314600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: Adaptations for your own garden
DESCRIPTION:April 28 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm \nJoin climate scientist and community gardener Laura Hilberg of EcoAdapt to explore the realities of climate change in western Massachusetts and the impact on farmers and gardeners in our local landscape. \nClimate change is already affecting our community in the form of frequent\, severe flooding\, heat waves\, and unseasonably warm winters\, and these impacts are likely to become even more extreme over the coming decades. Although it is difficult to predict what will happen and challenging to cope with climate change on top of all of the existing stressors we are all dealing with\, there is a lot we can do to prepare for and respond to the changes that are happening – and hopefully build a better\, stronger community in the process! \nThis workshop will introduce community gardeners and other interested participants to climate change adaptation\, which focuses on how to cope with and respond to climate change. We will also outline the changes that we are most likely to experience in western Massachusetts and how they might impact our community garden\, and provide some resources for participants who are interested in exploring these topics in greater detail. Finally\, we will leave ample time for questions. We encourage you to ask questions in the registration form ahead of time\, so that we have the information to answer them at the workshop! \nFREE\, donations accepted  \nPlease register\, and submit questions here \n(Rain date: Sunday\, May 5)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptive-gardening-series-adaptation-for-your-own-garden/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240227T125658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T131056Z
UID:46127-1714309200-1714320000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:No-till Gardens and Farms: Healthy Soil\, Heal Climate
DESCRIPTION:An experiential learning packed afternoon suitable to farmers or enthusiastic gardeners seeking to learn and use no-till methods that use simple tools\, build healthy soil\, reduce labor and cost inputs\, and promote climate resilience. A perfect time of year to learn and introduce several techniques that build healthy soil. Led by Seeds of Solidarity farmer\, co-founder Ricky Baruc\, known for his no-till farming successes and invigorating teaching style. Pre-registration required. Sliding scale: $35 to $60. Proceeds will be donated to 1for3.org to support their school and community gardening programs for Palestinians in the West Bank. Email deb@seedsofsolidarity.org to register. \nSunday April 28\, 1-4PM \nVisit Seeds of Solidarity’s website for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/no-till-gardens-and-farms-healthy-soil-heal-climate/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240425T164845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T164845Z
UID:46723-1714402800-1714410000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Spring field walk at Riverland Farm
DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk about interseeded clover as a way to maximize cover cropping on vegetable farms! \nJoin us — American Farmland Trust\, Emily Landeck of Riverland Farm\, Ash Loehr of Hurricane Flats\, and Lincoln Fishman of Sawyer Farm—  for a spring field walk. \nAs vegetable growers in New England\, short growing seasons and high land prices make it challenging to fit in cover crops. This is particularly a true for crops harvested late into the fall\, like brassicas.  Brussels sprouts from Riverland are locally famous\, and Emily has been having luck interseeding dutch white clover into recently established Brussels sprouts.  Let’s walk out and take a look at the results this spring! \nIf you have experience interseeding cover crops into late summer crops\, we hope you’ll join us for a good conversation to share both successes and failures. Or if you are curious to learn more about the technique\, come and learn! \n\nDate: April 29th\, 2024 from 3 to 5 pm\nAddress: Riverland Farm\, 211 River Rd\, Sunderland\, MA 01375\nParking: Please park along the road by the Riverland Farm sign\n\nPlease RSVP here: https://forms.office.com/r/xwPMg9yEkN \n\nEmily Landeck recently became Director of Farm Programs at Hampshire College Farm and operates Riverland Farm in Sunderland.  She has been working on adding cover crops to a tight vegetable rotation while producing beautiful organic vegetables for regional wholesale markets. \nLincoln Fishman and Ash Loehr will join us for the conversation.  Lincoln has been developing systems for reducing tillage by utilizing dutch white clover\, and recently co-founded Momentum Ag\, an organization dedicated to on-farm research to help farmers implement and optimize climate-smart innovations.  Ash has a lot of experience interseeding cover crops at Hurricane Flats in South Royalton\, VT where they grow organic vegetables\, culinary herbs\, and popcorn\, for sale at their farm store and local markets. \nQUESTIONS?  Contact Julie Fine at American Farmland Trust\, jfine@farmland.org\, 413-531-0425
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spring-field-walk-at-riverland-farm/
LOCATION:Riverland Farm\, 211 River Rd\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240417T154328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T162809Z
UID:46639-1714816800-1714824000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hilltown Making Food Fun
DESCRIPTION:Spring is here! Let’s start a garden and learn about local food. \n\nMaking Food Fun comes to the Hilltowns! CISA and the Old Creamery Co-op team up to celebrate spring. Plant vegetable seedlings or strawberry starts from Windy Ridge Farm for your home garden. Learn about seeds from the Hilltown Seed Saving Network. Taste local foods and learn new recipes for spring ingredients. This family event is free and open to the public at the Old Creamery Co-op\, 445 Berkshire Trail\, Cummington\, MA 01026\, on Saturday\, May 4th from 10am-12pm—rain or shine! Parent resources about HIP\, farmers’ markets\, and more.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hilltown-making-food-fun/
LOCATION:Old Creamery Co-op\, 445 Berkshire Trail\, Cummington\, MA\, 01026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240318T184543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T185541Z
UID:46336-1714827600-1714834800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: Philosophy of Permaculture
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will offer reflections on the principles and philosophy of permaculture from Claudia Murray\, a graduating senior in the Sustainable Food and Farming program at UMass. We will look at the relationship between farming and European colonization\, and learn how permaculture offers a shift in perspective to address these crises. We hope to think through new approaches to engaging with food\, farming\, and our connections to the land. Finally\, we will consider different ways of integrating permaculture at the community garden or in your own home garden! All gardening experience levels welcome. \nFree\, limited space available. \nPlease register here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptive-gardening-series-philosophy-of-permaculture/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240227T131300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T131300Z
UID:46129-1714903200-1714924800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Reconnect Retreat
DESCRIPTION:A day of practices to destress and stay centered amid uncertainty. In this restorative\, uplifting day in community with others\, you will experience and gain techniques for: reiki/energy healing\, forest meditation\, yoga and teas for nervous system health\, grounding and nourishing recipes. Facilitators are Nalini Goodial\, Ricky Baruc\, and Deb Habib. Fee includes all sessions\, lunchtime soup (resulting from a cooking lesson!) and a take home tea or spice pack. Sliding scale: $50 -$90. Pre-registration required\, space limited. Email deb@seedsofsolidarity.org to register. \nSunday May 5\, 10am to 4PM \nVisit Seeds of Solidarity’s website for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/reconnect-retreat/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240420T084156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T124325Z
UID:46685-1715004000-1715007600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:SNAP training for farm & farmers' market staff (session one)
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nMake sure your farm stand and farmers’ market staff are ready to accept SNAP this summer by having them attend this SNAP employee training. \nEmployees will learn SNAP basics including what EBT cards look like\, what items are SNAP eligible\, how to run a SNAP transaction\, and the differences between SNAP and HIP. Attendees will come away knowing how SNAP works\, how to answer questions around SNAP and HIP\, and how to successfully and legally run a transaction on Conduent and TotilPay machines. \nThis training will also cover the SNAP protocols and rules that the USDA requires businesses to cover with their employees every year. A list of employees who attended the training can be provided to the employer\, to satisfy the USDA’s requirement that SNAP trainings for staff be documented. \nThis training is for employees who will be processing SNAP transactions. Open to all staff of farm businesses or farmers’ markets that accept SNAP. \nThis session is being offered at two times which you can choose from: Monday\, May 6\, 2:00-3:15pm or Thursday\, May 9\, 10:30-11:45am. \n\nRegister here for Session 1 on May 6th!\nRegister here for Session 2 May 9th!\n\nContact Jim Simon at jim@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 18 with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/snap-training-for-farm-farmers-market-staff-session-one/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240401T180313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T180313Z
UID:46472-1715011200-1715022000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Caretaker Farm: Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:What is soil? What defines the quality of soil? How do you determine the quality of your soil? How do you try to preserve and improve your soil? During the visit to Caretaker Farm we will discuss the importance of soil health for the sustainability of your farm. We will also tour the land and observe how our soil health fits into the environmental sustainability of the farm. \nCaretaker Farm is a 34-acre diversified farm that includes a 270 family vegetable CSA\, a bakery\, bees\, chickens\, pigs\, ponds\, pastures\, hills\, forest\, and a stream. Click here for more information. \nDate: Monday\, May 6\, 4:00 PM  7:00 PM \nLocation: 1210 Hancock Rd\, Williamstown\, MA 01267
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/caretaker-farm-soil-health/
LOCATION:Caretaker Farm\, 1210 Hancock Rd\, Williamstown\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240420T093019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T124506Z
UID:46690-1715250600-1715254200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:SNAP training for farm & farmers’ market staff (session two)
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nMake sure your farm stand and farmers’ market staff are ready to accept SNAP this summer by having them attend this SNAP employee training. \nEmployees will learn SNAP basics including what EBT cards look like\, what items are SNAP eligible\, how to run a SNAP transaction\, and the differences between SNAP and HIP. Attendees will come away knowing how SNAP works\, how to answer questions around SNAP and HIP\, and how to successfully and legally run a transaction on Conduent and TotilPay machines. \nThis training will also cover the SNAP protocols and rules that the USDA requires businesses to cover with their employees every year. A list of employees who attended the training can be provided to the employer\, to satisfy the USDA’s requirement that SNAP trainings for staff be documented. \nThis training is for employees who will be processing SNAP transactions. Open to all staff of farm businesses or farmers’ markets that accept SNAP. \nThis session is being offered at two times which you can choose from: Monday\, May 6\, 2:00-3:15pm or Thursday\, May 9\, 10:30-11:45am. \n\nRegister here for Session 1 on May 6th!\nRegister here for Session 2 May 9th!\n\nContact Jim Simon at jim@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 18 with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/snap-training-for-farm-farmers-market-staff-session-two/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240227T133639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T133639Z
UID:46144-1715418000-1715428800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the new normal- power equipment and implements on the farm and homestead
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nAre you confused on how to enter into the realm of tractors\, implements and power equipment? There are many time and labor saving pieces of equipment available lately and with rampant sticker shock everywhere\, how do you choose what to buy? \nFor those who have equipment already\, how do I maintain it? Can I repair it?  Should I repair it\, or bite the bullet and upgrade?  Interested in starting a new enterprise on the farm? What will I need? \nWe will discuss these and other subjects. I am a diesel mechanic\, certified welder and farmer with 40 years of experience with agricultural and construction equipment. You’ll have access to insights and experience that will help you confidently delve into the world of power equipment\, implements and tractors. \nClick here for more information! \nEvent Details: \n\nSaturday\, May 11\, 2024\n9am-12noon with pot luck lunch\nPrice: $50 – $100 sliding scale\nPresenter: Dave Petrovick with support from Jonathan Anderson
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/navigating-the-new-normal-power-equipment-and-implements-on-the-farm-and-homestead/
LOCATION:Many Hands Sustainability Center\, 411 Sheldon Road\, Barre\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240328T043100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T141905Z
UID:46425-1715616000-1715621400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Impacts of Increasing Annual Temperatures for New England Farms
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nJoin CISA and Sara Kelemen from the USDA Northeast Climate Hub on Monday\, May 13th\, 4-5:30pm for the annual Adapt Your Farm to Climate Change webinar and workshop series kick-off event. The 2024 series focuses on the impacts of increasing temperatures throughout the year on specific parts of our food system\, including soils\, weeds and pests\, farmworker health and safety\, heat tolerant crops\, urban farms and others. \nSara will share climate and temperature data from New England and discuss some examples of how temperature change will impact agricultural operations. Sara has been working on diversified farms for 8 years\, and manages climate adaptation and mitigation planning programs for many types of farmers with the Climate Hub and other partners. \nThrough webinars and on-farm workshops\, participants in this year’s events will learn about adaptation practices and how to implement them\, hear from technical assistance providers and converse with farmers on their experiences making changes on their farms. See this year’s full schedule here and see you on the 13th! \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/impacts-of-increasing-annual-temperatures-for-new-england-farms/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240318T185752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T185752Z
UID:46343-1715878800-1715884200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: Mill River Floods\, Past & Present
DESCRIPTION:On the 150th Anniversary of the Mill River Flood of 1874\, join local historian John Sinton and Smith College Botany professor Gaby Immerman\, co-founders of the Mill River Greenway Initiative\, for a presentation on the history and current state of Mill River floods and the relationship of flooding with the Grow Food Northampton Community Garden. More details coming soon! \nSliding scale\, $0-30\, limited space available. \nPlease register here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptive-gardening-series-mill-river-floods-past-present/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240515T182436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T182436Z
UID:46870-1716026400-1716040800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Just Roots Spring Festival and Seedling Sale
DESCRIPTION:This Spring celebration is free and open to the public and will feature live music\, cooking demonstrations and samples\, farm tours\, a free seed swap\, a raffle with prizes from local businesses\, children’s activities\, and free ice cream from Ice Cream Emergency. Seedlings for sale will include vegetables\, flowers\, culinary and medicinal herbs\, native pollinators\, and more from Just Roots\, MXED GREENS\, Turtle Bend Farm\, Checkerspot Farm\, Sage Green Botanicals\, People’s Medicine Project\, Sawmill Herb Farm\, Foxtrot Farm\, and A Wing and A Prayer Nursery. \nSaturday\, May 18th\, 10am-2pm \nLocation: Just Roots\, 34 Glenbrook Drive Greenfield
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/just-roots-spring-festival-and-seedling-sale/
LOCATION:Just Roots Farm\, 34 Glenbrook Drive\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240401T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T200831Z
UID:46475-1716220800-1716231600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Full Well Farm: Start-Up Costs
DESCRIPTION:In our visit\, we’ll talk about what went into getting our farm off the ground in 2018 and take a look at what resources we utilized to apply for grants and loans that made the last four seasons possible. We’ll also talk about our current business plan\, the benefits of growing high value crops like flowers and cut greens\, and our community partnerships that support our business and make local food more accessible. Click here for more information. \nFull Well Farm is a queer owned\, no-till farm in Adams owned and operated by Meg Bantle (they/she) and Laura Tupper-Palches (she/ her). They grow vegetables and cut flowers on an acre of land using a permanent bed system that focuses on soil health. They have a 65 family vegetable CSA\, a 15 person seasonal flower CSA\, and attend the North Adams Farmers Market. They prioritize accessibility to their produce by partnering with local non-profits\, and accepting HIP/SNAP\, and offering sliding-scale CSA pricing. \nDates: Monday\, May 20\, 4:00 PM  7:00 PM \nLocation: Full Well Farm\, 313 East Road Adams\, MA 01220
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/46475/
LOCATION:Full Well Farm\, 313 East Road\, Adams\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240227T204446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T204446Z
UID:46149-1716627600-1716638400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Starting Seeds and Seedlings
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nWe will discuss how to maximize germination and getting seeds on their way to success for the season. Starting seeds later than we are used to in the greenhouse with only natural lighting and solar heating\, getting them in the ground with no “checking” of their growth\, use of seed inoculants\, transplant drenches\, and mulch when planting will all be discussed. Our “no cell” “no soil block” open tray system of greenhouse seed starting will be discussed also. We follow the biodynamic calendar when planting and will share our thoughts on that too. May 25 is a root day. \nFirst\, we will start some lettuce seeds in the greenhouse\, then repair to the field to plant some beet seeds and lettuce seedlings\, apply in row drenches\, and follow up with application of mulch. This will be a very hands-on workshop. \nClick here for more information! \nEvent Details: \n\nSaturday\, May 25\, 2024\n9am – 12noon with pot luck lunch\nPrice – $50 – $100 – sliding scale.\nPresenters – Clare Caldwell and Julie Rawson
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/starting-seeds-and-seedlings/
LOCATION:Many Hands Sustainability Center\, 411 Sheldon Road\, Barre\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240503T160129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T160207Z
UID:46781-1716980400-1716984000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Changing Hydrology in Agriculture and Agroforestry
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Date: Wednesday\, 5/29/2024\, 11am – 12pm EDT\n\nRegister on Zoom\n\n\n\n\nExtreme precipitation effects on agriculture could have downstream effects on food supply for many people. Anthony Buda will cover the impacts of extreme precipitation and flooding in agricultural settings and cover current research on this topic. Katherine Favor and Samuel Feibel will then provide an applied perspective on how agroforestry can be used to help farms adapt to increased flooding risk and extreme precipitation. \nRooted in Research Webinar Series: Changing Hydrology\, Changing Landscapes
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/changing-hydrology-in-agriculture-and-agroforestry/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240227T204713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T204713Z
UID:46151-1717232400-1717243200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Keeping the soil covered: tarps\, cover crops\, mulch
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nWe aim for the highest possible fertility\, a no till scenario\, increased soil organic matter\, and high nutrient density\, disease and insect resistance\, and as few weeds as possible. At this workshop we will discuss our 10 years of no till\, a bit about our problems with this modality as they have evolved over the years\, and the solutions that we have implemented. Always a work in progress\, this fascinating journey is always full of new insights and observations. \nSpecifically\, we will show how we use cover crops pre\, post and during the season\, tarps throughout the farming year\, and myriad sources of mulch. We will demonstrate the use of our bale chopper\, mulch some broccoli with chopped straw or hay and leaves\, take down some cover crops and use a pre-plant soil drench for planting of tomatoes in the next 2-3 days. We will remove tarps from some of our sweet potato beds and prepare the beds for planting similar to the tomato beds. Finally\, we will undersow inoculated (with biocoat gold) crimson clover in our mulched collard beds and apply a transplant drench to the beds. \nClick here for more information! \nEvent Details: \n\nSaturday\, June 1\, 2024\n9am-12noon with pot luck lunch\nPrice – $50-$100 – sliding scale\nPresenters –Julie Rawson\, Elenore Alves\, Matthew Kornn
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/keeping-the-soil-covered-tarps-cover-crops-mulch/
LOCATION:Many Hands Sustainability Center\, 411 Sheldon Road\, Barre\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240318T185418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T201544Z
UID:46339-1717236000-1717241400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Adaptive Gardening Series: Good Bug\, Bad Bug
DESCRIPTION:Learn the ins and outs of which insects live in our gardens\, why\, and how they affect our crops from Master Gardener Ken Conway! \nFree \nPlease Register here 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-adaptive-gardening-series-good-bug-bad-bug/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240411T182644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T152825Z
UID:46578-1717318800-1717329600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CISA's Farm Bike Tour: Pedal to Pasture
DESCRIPTION:Join us for CISA’s first-ever guided farm tour by bike! \n \nPedal to Pasture is an immersive and engaging experience for all ages and levels of experience. Riders will be led through a guided tour of scenic roads and fields\, get an inside look at three local farms’ growing practices\, and hear farmers’ stories of the benefits and challenges of farming today in the Connecticut River Valley. \nWhen: Sunday\, June 2nd\, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nArrive at Prospect Meadow Farm between 8:15-8:30 for a bike safety check and route overview with our guides. \nCost: sliding scale\, $75-$150 adults; $40 kids. Proceeds benefit CISA’s mission of building a better local food system in western Massachusetts.\nWith two guided groups\, you can choose your preferred pace on this flat 12-mile loop ride. All levels and abilities are welcome\, as are e-bikes and pedal-assist bikes. Each group will enjoy two 30-minute stops for tours of two vegetable farms\, plus a tour at our start/finish location\, Prospect Meadow Farm. \nYou’ll enjoy a delicious picnic lunch and a refreshing Crooked Stick popsicle after the ride. \nWeather and cancellation policy: This event will happen rain or shine though if riding conditions are unsafe\, we will cancel. Registration fees will carry over to next year’s tour. \nSpace is limited\, so pre-register today!  \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cisas-farm-bike-tour-pedal-to-pasture/
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240401T180956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T180956Z
UID:46479-1717430400-1717441200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Off The Shelf Farm: Scaling Pastured Poultry on Leased Land
DESCRIPTION:Off the Shelf Farm started in 2018 with 750 hens\, 150 broiler chickens and 13 lambs with a hand shake lease for 30 acres and no infrastructure. In 2024 the farm will support 2800 laying hens\, 4500 broiler chickens and 30 lambs all rotationally grazed on pasture. It will for the first time have a legal\, long-term lease on 80 acres and will be implementing a $500k grant-supported project to build winter chicken housing\, egg processing and cold storage space. We will talk about our process of scaling our business and “making it work” despite not owning a farm or having any long-term security. Click here for more information.  \nDate: Monday\, June 3\, 4:00 PM  7:00 PM \nLocation: 200 North Plain Road\, Great Barrington\, MA 01230
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/off-the-shelf-farm-scaling-pastured-poultry-on-leased-land/
LOCATION:Off The Shelf Farm\, 200 North Plain Road\, Great Barrington\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240517T122747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T122747Z
UID:46873-1717439400-1717443000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:SNAP training for farm & farmers’ market staff (session three)
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nMake sure your farm stand and farmers’ market staff are ready to accept SNAP this summer by having them attend this SNAP employee training. \nEmployees will learn SNAP basics including what EBT cards look like\, what items are SNAP eligible\, how to run a SNAP transaction\, and the differences between SNAP and HIP. Attendees will come away knowing how SNAP works\, how to answer questions around SNAP and HIP\, and how to successfully and legally run a transaction on Conduent and TotilPay machines. \nThis training will also cover the SNAP protocols and rules that the USDA requires businesses to cover with their employees every year. A list of employees who attended the training can be provided to the employer\, to satisfy the USDA’s requirement that SNAP trainings for staff be documented. \nThis training is for employees who will be processing SNAP transactions. Open to all staff of farm businesses or farmers’ markets that accept SNAP. \nThis workshop will be held on Zoom on Monday\, June 3rd\, 6:30-7:45pm. \nContact Jim Simon at jim@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 18 with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/snap-training-for-farm-farmers-market-staff-session-three/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240606T141406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T150154Z
UID:47043-1718366400-1718370000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Lunch On Local
DESCRIPTION:Join Phil\, CISA staff\, and other CISA supporters to reflect on the challenges and lessons learned from last year’s events and discuss how this year is unfolding for our local farms. \nDate: Friday\, June 14th\nTime: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\nWhere: CISA Office Conference Room and Zoom \nRegister here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/june-2024-lunch-on-local/
LOCATION:CISA Conference Room or Zoom
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240227T204926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T204926Z
UID:46153-1718442000-1718452800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Homestead Carpentry
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nThere’s a time in every homesteader’s life when some carpentry is needed to build or repair something made of wood.  This workshop will provide a solid grounding in getting started. Very basic questions will be explored in a setting that requires no knowledge of woodworking. \nTopics will include: how to select the right lumber for your task\, how to measure it and cut it to size\, the options for fastening it together\, and making a good assembly.  Each topic will cover the tools needed\, with a demonstration of technique\, and how to avoid some common pitfalls.  Emphasis will be on hand tools where feasible. \nWhile in his 20s\, John Wilson was a carpenter for 10 years.  He worked on framing apartments\, finish work in condos\, a cabinet shop\, and built two houses.  He’s kept active in carpentry remodeling work in the intervening years\, and was part of the MHOF garage and chicken coop renovations the past two years.  He has always had an appreciation for tools and techniques. \nClick here for more information! \nEvent Details: \n\nSaturday\, June 15\, 2024\n9am-12 with pot luck lunch\nPrice: $50-$100 – sliding scale\nPresenter: John Wilson\, with some help from Jack Kittredge and Danny LeBlanc
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/homestead-carpentry/
LOCATION:Many Hands Sustainability Center\, 411 Sheldon Road\, Barre\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240522T175850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T175850Z
UID:46904-1718467200-1718474400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hope Fest 24
DESCRIPTION:A mini-music fest out on a beautiful lawn in beautiful Leyden (just north of Greenfield) to raise funds for Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) and The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Bring your picnic and enjoy the music of legendary guitarist John Sheldon\, traditional jazz and swing band The Catalytics\, and improvisational ensemble The Enchantivistis with John Sprague and Claire Dacey! Suggested donation: $10-$25. Kids 12 and under are free. \n174 Kately Hill Road\, Leyden\, MA\nRain Date: Sunday\, June 16th.\n\nBring your lawn chair and your picnic!\n\nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hope-fest-24/
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240401T181259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T181259Z
UID:46482-1718640000-1718650800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Cricket Creek Farm: Dairy Production\, Grazing\, and Processing
DESCRIPTION:Cricket Creek is a grass-based dairy farm managed by a small team of collaborators.  The entire farm is comprised of about 500 acres\, about 150 of which is hay fields\, just over 100 is pasture\, and the rest is wooded.  We are one of the oldest dairy farms in the region\, but infused with new life and energy.  Our primary activity is raising dairy cows for their good milk.  Our milking herd ranges between 35 and 40 lactating animals\, depending on the time of yea\,r and the entire dairy herd is about 80 animals including the dry cows and young stock.  We sell raw milk from our farm and the rest of our milk we make into artisanal cheese in our farmstead creamery; in 2017 we made about 47\,000 lbs of cheese.  We raise grass-fed beef and whey-fed pork.  We sell our goods through our farm store\, at local farmers markets\, and through various regional cheese shops\, food co-ops\, restaurants\, and other establishments.  Our mission is to produce nourishing food that honors our animals\, respects the land and feeds our community\, and to exemplify a sustainable model for small-farm viability. \nOur workshop will be an overview of running a small diversified dairy farm.  We will discuss rotational grazing\, dairy cow health issues\, our nurse cow system\, milking schedules\, farmstead cheese production\, raw milk and cheese marketing and sales.  We will talk about our systems for integrating other enterprises on the dairy farm.  We will share the challenges and successes financially turning around an old dairy farm and what it means to run a sustainable dairy operation.  Our current iteration of Cricket Creek is fairly new and we are relatively young farmers; we can give the perspective of a start-up business including the intricacies of getting well established and grounded with careful planning and record keeping. Click here for more information. \nDate: Monday\, June 17\, 4:00PM – 7:00PM \nLocation: Cricket Creek Farm\, 1255 Oblong Rd\, Williamstown\, MA 01267
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cricket-creek-farm-dairy-production-grazing-and-processing/
LOCATION:Cricket Creek Farm\, 1255 Oblong Rd\, Williamstown\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240524T143746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T174037Z
UID:46911-1718805600-1718812800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Spring into Summer at Making Food Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the last day of spring at the South Hadley Farmers’ Market\, at Buttery Brook Park. CISA will be there with a hyperlocal food event for families. All ages are welcome to play with food! Dave’s Natural Garden will be on hand with many varieties of peas for a scientific taste test. Love Leaf Farm will teach about growing peas and sunflowers shoots & give out samples. Enjoy strawberries from Sapowsky Farms. Tortilla & Tortellini\, tortoises from Flora & Fauna Farm\, will be available for visits and photos. This free event is all about tasting local food and meeting local farmers. Have fun with veggie props for a photo session. Parents\, pick up information on SNAP match & HIP. More fun still in the works! \n\nThe South Hadley Farmers’ Market is open for the season every Wednesday through October 2nd\, from 2-6PM at Buttery Brook Park\, 123 Willimanset Street\, South Hadley. They accept SNAP and WIC\, and offer a $10 SNAP match.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/spring-into-summer-at-making-food-fun/
LOCATION:Buttery Brook Park\, 123 Willimansett St\,\, South Hadley\, 01075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240530T163223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T163410Z
UID:46956-1719392400-1719403200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pasture Based Systems for Sustainable Livestock Production
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of this pasture based diversified livestock farm. Learn firsthand from owner Sara Davis about the economic analysis and decision-making processes she employs. Hear about the strategies she implements that are crucial for the longterm success of her business. \nFor more information\, visit https://livestock.extension.uconn.edu or contact Rachel Bespuda\, Project Director at rachel.bespuda@uconn.edu \nRegister here! \nLocation: Oak Hollow Livestock\, 4 Gould Rd\, Shelburne Falls\, MA 01370\nDate: Wednesday\, June 26th\, 9 am – 12 pm
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pasture-based-systems-for-sustainable-livestock-production/
LOCATION:Oak Hollow Livestock\, 4 Gould Rd\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T200945
CREATED:20240603T204112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T165712Z
UID:46977-1719424800-1719432000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Maintaining Agricultural Ditches: What to Know About the Agricultural Exemption and Best Practices from NRCS
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nPlease join us on Wednesday June 26th at 6pm at the Hadley Senior Center for a workshop on ditches and storm water management in agricultural settings. This workshop is intended for farmers and members of conservation and agricultural commissions. We will hear from the MA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) on the agricultural exemption\, with time for Q&A. There will be a presentation on best practices & resources from the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS). Staff representing CISA\, MDAR APR\, Hampshire Hampden Conservation Districts and Hadley Conservation Commission will be attending the event and available to answer questions. \nDate: Wednesday\, June 26th\, 6pm \nLocation: Hadley Senior Center\, 46 Middle St.\, Hadley\, MA 01035 \nContact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/maintaining-ditches/
LOCATION:Hadley Senior Center\, 46 Middle St\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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