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SUMMARY:We the Land: A Gathering For Indigenous\, Black\, Latinx\, Asian\, SWANA & PoC Earth Workers\, Land Stewards & Farmers
DESCRIPTION:We The Land! A Gathering For Indigenous\, Black\, Latinx\, Asian\, SWANA & PoC Earth Workers\, Land Stewards & Farmers will take place on August 2nd-4th 2024 at Smith College in Northampton\, MA.  \nWe the Land! is an invitation to our community to join us for a weekend of knowledge exchange\, grassroots organizing\, celebration\, and ceremony and marks the Northeast Farmers of Color Land Trust’s first in-person gathering since 2019 and centers the primary intention of our community-led network: \n\nTo break the isolation of being farmers of color in the Northeast by building relationships of mutual respect and joy\, the foundation of community care\, and movement work.\nTo share skills\, resources\, and time with one other in building collaborative projects and initiatives.\nTo coordinate our policy demands and catalyze reparations for Black-Indigenous-POC farmers and land stewards.\nTo collectively envision\, enact\, and share ways to be in reciprocity with Land\, in the process healing generational trauma and redefining the meaning of “farmer” and our care for the land and each other.\n\nWe the Land! is intended to call in and connect our mycelial network of Indigenous\, Black\, and Brown land\, food\, and climate justice activists\, as well as healers\, makers\, and ceremonial holders. We the Land! is rooted in NEFOC’s vision to advance land and food sovereignty in the Northeast region through permanent and secure land tenure for PoC farmers and land stewards in a sacred manner that honors our ancestors’ dreams ~ for regenerative farming\, human habitat\, ceremony\, native species ecosystem restoration\, and cultural preservation.  \nPlease read through our FAQ in wetheland.com/faq to find out more before purchasing a ticket or reach out to us at wetheland@nefoclandtrust.org if you do not find an answer on our website. \n\n\n¡Somos la Tierra! Un Encuentro para trabajadores\, protectores y agricultores de la tierra indígenas\, Negres\, Latinx\, Asiátiques\, SWANA y de Color tendrá lugar del 2 al 4 de agosto de 2024 en Smith College en Northampton\, MA. \nWe the Land! [¡Somos la Tierra!] es una invitación a nuestra comunidad a unirse a nosotres durante un fin de semana de intercambio de conocimiento\, organizar de base\, celebración y ceremonia y sería el primer encuentro en persona del Fideicomiso de Tierras Comunitarias de les Agricultores de Color del Noreste desde el 2019 y centra la intención primordial de nuestra red comunitaria: \n\nRomper el aislamiento de ser agricultores de color en el noreste desarrollando relaciones de respeto mutuo y gozo\, la base de cuidado comunitario y la labor del movimiento.\nCompartir destrezas\, recursos y tiempo unes con otres para desarrollar proyectos e iniciativas colaborativas.\nCoordinar nuestras reclamaciones de políticas y catalizar reparaciones para les agricultores y protectores de la tierra Negres\, indígenas y de color [BIPOC].\nColectivamente visualizar\, promulgar y compartir maneras para estar en  reciprocidad con la Tierra y en el proceso sanar el trauma generacional y redefinir el significado de “agricultor” y nuestro cuidado por la tierra y por nosotres.\n\nWe the Land! Su intención es llamar y conectar a nuestra red micelial de activistas de la justicia de la tierra\, alimentaria y climática\, al igual que a sanadores\, creadores y sostenedores ceremoniales. ¡Somos la Tierra! está enraizado en la visión de NEFOC de adelantar la soberanía alimentaria y de la tierra en la región noreste a través de la tenencia permanente y segura para les agricultores y tenedores de color de la tierra de una manera sagrada que honre los sueños de nuestres ancestres ~ por la agricultura regenerativa\, el hábitat humano\, las ceremonias\, la restauración del ecosistema de las especies nativas y la preservación cultural.  \nFavor de leer nuestra sección de preguntas frecuentes [FAQ\, por sus siglas en inglés] en wetheland.com/faq para aprender más antes de comprar un boleto o comuníquense con nosotres a wetheland@nefoclandtrust.org si no encuentra la respuesta que busca en nuestra página web. \n*Si necesita ayuda para inscribirse a esta conferencia en español\, envíenos un correo electrónico a wetheland@nefoclandtrust.org \n.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/we-the-land-a-gathering-for-indigenous-black-latinx-asian-swana-poc-earth-workers-land-stewards-farmers/
LOCATION:Smith College Campus Center\, 100 Elm St\, Northampton\, MA\, 01063\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T190000
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SUMMARY:Water & Climate Change Twilight Meeting at Bardwell Farm
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin UMass Extension and CISA for a climate-themed twilight meeting at Bardwell Farm in Hatfield\, MA! \n\nLisa McKeag will share findings from her recent water quality survey of farms around MA and discuss potential impacts of weather and climate change on ag water quality.\nHarrison Bardwell will show off his new automated irrigation system\, and discuss irrigation practices and funded projects around the farm.\nSue Scheufele will discuss climate change impacts on vegetable pests including an on-farm trial for managing Phytophthora blight in peppers hosted by Bardwell Farm.\n\nThis event is co-sponsored by CISA and UMass Extension and is part of CISA’s annual Adapt your Farm to Climate Change Series. 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. \nContact Stephen Taranto at stephen@buylocalfood.org or 413-665-7100 ext. 17 with any questions. \nWhen: Friday\, August 2\, 2024\, 5-7pm\, with dinner and discussion to follow \nWhere: Bardwell Farm\, 49 Main St.\, Hatfield\, MA 01038 \nRegistration: Free! Please register in advance so we can order enough food. Click here to register. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/water-climate-change-twilight-meeting-at-bardwell-farm/
LOCATION:Bardwell Farm\, 49 Main Street\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
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SUMMARY:Nature-based workshop at Just Roots
DESCRIPTION:FREE Nature-based workshops for kids during Greenfield Summer Eats: Bring your kiddo(s) to Just Roots during Greenfield Summer Eats- Enjoy supper\, take home breakfast\, and engage in nature-based activities! Come eat and play! No registration required\, just drop in and have some fun. The last workshop will be August 7th and we’re making beautiful bouquets!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nature-based-workshop-at-just-roots/
LOCATION:Just Roots Farm\, 34 Glenbrook Drive\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T200000
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UID:47494-1723055400-1723060800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farmland Protection Tools for the Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts is losing farmland faster than we can save it\, and land trusts and towns can play a part in ensuring land remains available for future generations of farmers. There are many programs (and lots of funding) available to help protect farmland. \nThis special webinar will focus on farmland protection tools and funding sources for land trusts and municipalities in the Berkshires. \nWednesday\, August 7th\, 2024\, 6:30pm – 8:00pm \nClick here to register. \nHosted by American Farmland Trust. \nPresenters include: \n\nKathleen Doherty\, American Farmland Trust\nNick Pitel\, Berkshire Natural Resources Council\nSarah Gardner\, Williams College\, Williamstown Ag Commission\, and American Farmland Trust\nKathy Orlando\, Sheffield Land Trust and Mass Land Trust Coalition\n\nReach out to Kathleen Doherty\, Farmland Easement Support Specialist\, kdoherty@farmland.org with any questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/47494/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
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SUMMARY:Building Healthy Soil in Urban Growing Areas
DESCRIPTION:Ver la pagina en español \nClick here for more information. \nCalling all members of the Bay Street community\, Springfield gardeners and community organizers\, and housing or social service coordinators! \nCome and visit the organic community garden at Tapley Court Apartment. \nThe Tapley Youth Agricultural Scientists invite you to experience the garden and learn how they built healthy soil and created an organic food source for community members on Bay street and the wider Springfield community. \n\nRegister Online Now\n\nThey will share: \n\nHow the garden came to be\nHow to build healthy soil in small urban growing spaces\nHow to develop an intensive growing garden\nHow to grow culturally important crops in Springfield\nA cooking demonstration using crops from the garden\n\nGrowing in urban green spaces brings many challenges. The Tapley Youth will describe the simple soil health techniques they’ve used to rebuild soil health and make it possible to grow organic food\, like mulching\, soil ferments\, cover cropping\, and mulching. They’ll also demonstrate a few of the soil test methods they use to regularly monitor soil health. \nThey’ll describe how they designed and evolved this intensive garden over time\, how they care for it so it grows lots of food\, and how they’ve learned to grow culturally important crops in New England. \nThey’ll even demonstrate how they use harvests from the garden to make something delicious (with samples to taste!) \nWe hope you’ll walk away inspired to spearhead your own community garden\, identify potential partners to get involved with\, and leave motivated to create an organic food source in your community! \nIf you have questions\, please reach out to Sister Anna Gilbert-Muhammad (anna@nofamass.org)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/building-healthy-soil-in-urban-growing-areas/
LOCATION:Tapley Court Apartment\, 221 Bay St\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240809T134902Z
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SUMMARY:No-till Vegetable Production in Living Mulch at Waltham Fields Community Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come take a tour of Waltham Fields Community Farm on August 14th\, from 4-6:30pm.  \nWe’ll be learning about the farm operation\, and digging deep into their recent tillage reduction systems. \nWaltham Fields Community Farm uses a perennial clover living mulch to suppress weeds\, reduce plastic use\, and increase soil health. After learning about how they implemented this living clover mulch experiment\, NOFA/Mass’s Ruben Parilla will demonstrate the use of a tool to measure microbial biomass and fungal:bacterial ratio as a measure of how no-till practices affect overall soil health. \nAccessibility: This event will involve walking around on farmland terrain – it is generally flat\, but rugged. There are two portapotties on site; one is wheelchair accessible. \nQuestions? Contact ruben@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/no-till-vegetable-production-in-living-mulch-at-waltham-fields-community-farm/
LOCATION:Waltham Fields Community Farm\, 240 Beaver Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02452
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240809T145355Z
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Change: Management’s Impact on Soil Biology
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information. \nOur Microbes series culminates in this in-depth\, on-farm event that delves even deeper into the intricate relationship between soil biology and management practices. Building upon the knowledge gained in the workshop Tools of the Trade: Microscopy & Soil Management Practices\, we will focus exclusively on how different management approaches have influenced soil biology on the farms you care about. Engage in thought-provoking discussions\, share your experiences\, and gain valuable insights into optimizing your agricultural practices for healthier soil and better yields. This event is the perfect opportunity to enhance your understanding of soil management and take your agricultural knowledge to the next level. \nRegister Online Now\n\nCost: Sliding scale $30/45/$60 \nQuestions? Email events@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cultivating-change-managements-impact-on-soil-biology/
LOCATION:Nature’s Way Farm\, North Brookfied\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240723T125028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T125028Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Harvest Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, August 15th from 4-6pm\, our Farm Manager Lee Gadway will teach a Fall Harvest Workshop on how to grow your fall harvest using minimal till practices.  \nCultivating for Community is the Food Bank Farm’s regenerative farming and education initiative. The farmland is a part of our second Food Bank Farm in Hadley\, Massachusetts. We are located on 32 Shattuck Rd in Hadley.  \nFood Bank Farms – Cultivating for Community | The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts (foodbankwma.org) \nTo register\, please email me (amandar@foodbankwma.org) by August 10th.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/fall-harvest-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240722T173610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T181201Z
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SUMMARY:Heart Centered Kirtan!
DESCRIPTION:Join us either in person or via Facebook Live* to celebrate Libby’s birthday with a special Heart Centered Kirtan! Since 2013\, Heart Centered Kirtan has been offering kirtan throughout New England with our original call-and-response devotional music. Weaving Sanskrit and Buddhist mantras into a unique blend of modern Western musical styles\, Heart Centered Kirtans are meditative and uplifting experiences. \nYour mantra music guides will be: Libby Volckening (keys/vox)\, Ezra Landis (guitar)\, Thomas Matherly (bass)\, Owen Landis (percussion) – PLUS some very special guests. \n$20 suggested donation appreciated: let your heart guide you to offer whatever is right for you. Everyone is welcome including kids of all ages. \nJoin us either in person at Community Yoga in Greenfield or via Facebook Live. \nDonations will be gratefully accepted at the door (cash/check/PayPal/Venmo) and online via Heart Centered Kirtan’s website: https://heartcenteredkirtan.com/donate \nTen percent of proceeds will be donated to Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, a locally-based organization that has been working for over 30 years to build a stronger\, more resilient\, and more just local food system. They envision a local food system where farms are viable\, working conditions are fair and just for owners and workers\, the environment is respected\, and locally grown food is available for all. For more info visit https://www.buylocalfood.org/ \n* To join us via Facebook Live (you don’t need a FB account to view)\, just click on this link around 7:00pm:  https://www.facebook.com/events/1188805675435465.\nClose any pop ups (and/or press ESC key) and enjoy! \nMasks are optional and welcome. ~ Please join us virtually if you have any symptoms\, such as cough\, fever\, etc. ~OR~ if you have had recent exposure to someone who has COVID or another contagious disease.\n.\nQuestions? Call 413-834-4524\, email heartcenteredkirtan@gmail.com\, or visit www.heartcenteredkirtan.com\n.\nHope to sing with you soon!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/heart-centered-kirtan/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240816T153144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T153323Z
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SUMMARY:Sunflower Spiral Garden in Granby
DESCRIPTION:Walk the spiral path with beautiful sunflowers!\nOpen daily at Red Fire Farm in Granby\, it’s perfect for exploring\, sunflower selfies\, or just enjoying the flowering beauty of a late-summertime staple!\nVisitors are welcome during store hours (9-5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9-4:30 p.m. on Sunday)Admission will be $8 per person for the general public (which includes 8 pick-your-own summer flower stems or 4 dahlias/sunflowers) and $5 for CSA members. Folks over 65 or under 5 receive free entry!\n\nPlease stop by the Granby store (7 Carver Street) to pay first\, get walking directions\, and have any other questions answered\, before heading out to the spiral. Do yourself a favor and also remember to wear shoes or boots suitable for walking outside as the path can be bumpy in spots.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/sunflower-spiral-garden-in-granby/
LOCATION:Red Fire Farm – Granby Farmstand\, 7 Carver Street\, Granby\, MA\, 01033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240814T195223Z
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SUMMARY:Small-business networking
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nIn collaboration with SCORE and MA SBDC\, you will: \n\nLearn from other clients how they solve challenges.\nGet fresh insights and solutions from mentors.\nEngage with lenders and other partners to drive success.\n\nKeynote Speaker: Frank Grindrod\nFrank Grindrod is a Marine veteran\, author\, public speaker\, and life and business coach. \nA renowned wilderness survival expert known for leadership training with teams in the wild worldwide\, he’s the founder of Earthwork\, empowering thousands for more than 25 years. \nFrank has been featured in media such as ABC\, NPR\, The Economist\, and more. \nDate: Monday\, August 19th 2024\, 6:00-8:00pm \nLocation: MA SBDC Western Regional Office\, UMass Center at Springfield\, 500 Main Street\, Tower Square\, Suite 260\, Springfield\, MA 01115 \nParking: $5 Tower Square Garage or street parking $.50 per hour
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/small-business-networking/
LOCATION:MA SBDC Western Regional Office\,  UMass Center at Springfield\, 1500 Main Street\, Tower Square\, Suite 260\, Springfield\, MA\, 01115\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240723T182755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T134313Z
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SUMMARY:Kids in the Garden with Grow Food Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Kids in the Garden\nGFN Community Garden\nThursdays\, July 11 & 25\, August 8 & 22\n5:30 – 6:30 pm\n\nCome learn\, explore\, play\, and help out on our community farm! Kids ages 0 – 7 are invited to join us on the farm with their caregivers for an evening of exploratory play\, sensory engagement\, tasty snacks\, and seasonal storytime. Register here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/kids-in-the-garden-with-grow-food-northampton/
LOCATION:Grow Food Northampton Organic Community Garden\, 140 Meadow St\, Florence\, MA\, 01062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240723T184159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T194309Z
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Botanical Gardens Family Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Join the Berkshire Botanical Garden as they inspire curiosity about the natural world and promote a deeper connection to the Berkshire landscape through workshops\, demonstrations and hands-on experiences for the young and young-at-heart.\nEach hour-long event begins at 11 a.m. and is free with Garden admission. Visit BerkshireBotanical.org for more information.\n\nJuly 26: Rona LeventhalAugust 2: Jen LeahyAugust 9: Caterpillar LabAugust 16: Joy MarzoffAugust 23: Davis Bates\n\nImage: Berkshire Botanical Gardens
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/berkshire-botanical-gardens-family-fridays/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Berkshire Botanical Gardens\, Stockbridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240809T144653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T145920Z
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SUMMARY:Incorporating Perennials: On-Farm Resilience & Organic Systems Plans
DESCRIPTION:Ver la pagina en español \nClick here for more information. \nHave you been interested in learning about different types of Organic Systems Plans (OSPs) and how to use them to build on-farm resilience? Or wonder how you might be able to increase your potential for producing added value? Join Foxtrot Farm’s Abby Ferla in discussing their process of planning their fields for the year. From creating pollinator habitat\, storing and sinking water & limiting erosion\, to planting climate resilient crops\, Foxtrot has been testing it out – all in a certified organic manner. \nOur field tour will not only include an equipment demonstration for 2 types of walking tractors\, well suited for small-scale organic systems\, but Foxtrot is also home to a certified organic process for valued added products – right on farm\, no commercial kitchen needed. Come join us for some insight into this unique and dynamic organic farm\, bringing your questions and curiosity. \nRegister Online Now\n\nAccessibility: Foxtrot Farm is located at the top of a large hill\, about a quarter mile walk. If a participant’s mobility is limited\, driving up the hill is an option. You are welcome to inform us of any other accessibility needs or preferences including sight\, hearing\, scents or language. \nQuestions? Email events@nofamass.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/incorporating-perennials-on-farm-resilience-organic-systems-plans/
LOCATION:Foxtrot Herb Farm\, 1237 Baptist Corner Road\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240814T172734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T172916Z
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SUMMARY:Labor Standards in Agriculture: A Worker Rights Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin the National Center for Farmworker Health as it hosts the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division and Occupational Safety and Health Administration during Labor Rights Week! \nRepresentatives will provide an overview of farmworker protections\, including wages\, the OSH Act\, transportation\, heat protections\, and more. \nFollowing the presentation\, participants will have an opportunity to meet with local representatives to discuss how we can work together to support farmworkers. \nDate: Thursday\, August 29\, 2pm
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/labor-standards-in-agriculture-a-worker-rights-conversation/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240831T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240901T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240816T154002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T154002Z
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SUMMARY:Peach Fest at Apex Orchards
DESCRIPTION:Peaches are back and we couldn’t be more excited!Join Apex Farms for Peach Fest from 11am to 3pm on August 31st and September 1st. See below for different vendors each day!\n\nSaturday\, August 31st – PYO PEACHESCooking Demo with the Diva of Deliciousness\, Tinky Weisblat @11:00amPeach Recipe Contest @1:00pmWestern Mass Face Painting @10:00amCraft Vendors @10:00amLive Music | Brookside Project @11:30am-1pm\nFood by Caravan KitchenBrick & Feather BreweryMagnolia Bake ShoppePeach Cotton Candy by Steve& Our Mini Cider Donut Trailer!\n\nSunday\, September 1st – PYO PEACHESLive Music | Sean Eric Callaghan and Company Play the ’60s!Craft VendorsFood by Caravan KitchenElement Brewing Co.Stout Pigeon CoffeeOur Mini Cider Donut Trailer
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/peach-fest-at-apex-orchards/
LOCATION:Apex Orchards Farm Store\, 225 Peckville Road\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240813T182323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T195337Z
UID:47605-1725703200-1725717600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Rooted Flowers Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, September 7th for a delightful tour of Rooted Flowers Farm!\nYou’ll discover the art and science behind growing a diverse array of flower varieties from seed to harvest\, as owner Becky Sadlowski shares her journey of operating a successful flower farm business. \n\nActivities include: \n\nGuided tours of the Rooted Flower Farm and gardens\nPurchase a flowers to craft your own bouquet at the Flower Bar!\nFace painting for kids\n\nAutumn Mist Farm food truck be on site serving hotdogs\, hamburgers\, and their own kielbasa. Enjoy a free Crooked Stick pop at the end to complete your tour. \nTours begin at 10 am\, 11 am\, and noon. Choose your tour time upon registration.\nTickets: kids 3+ $10; Adults $25; Family of four $60. Ages 3 and under are free \n Sign up here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/rooted-flowers-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Rooted Flowers Farm\, 501 Shoemaker Lane\, Agawam\, MA\, 01001
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240401T214031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T214031Z
UID:46501-1725897600-1725908400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Benefits and Pitfalls of Borrowed Land - Resource Sharing and Leasing Land for your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Molly Comstock\, formerly of Colfax Farm\, and now the new steward of Many Forks Farm\, has leased land four different times and locations during her farming career. We will tour the farm and have a brief discussion of the growing practices here and how they are tied to secure land access. We will then take a deeper dive into the benefits and pitfalls of leasing and owning land\, and the resources available. \nMany Forks Farm is a small\, diversified vegetable farm\, using low/no-till and organic practices to grow for direct-to-consumer enterprises including a CSA\, an annual plant sale\, a Stock Up winter storage vegetable sale\, and a farm stand.  Growing 75 different vegetables\, herbs\, flowers and berries for its local community\, the farm engages in a continuous process of building soil and biodiversity with the purpose of improving the health of the land\, the environment\, and all who eat the farm’s produce.  Many Forks is in its 13th season in 2024. Click here for more information. \nDate: Monday\, September 9\, 4:00 PM  7:00 PM \nLocation: Many Forks Farm: 1360 River Rd\, Clarksburg\, MA 01247
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-benefits-and-pitfalls-of-borrowed-land-resource-sharing-and-leasing-land-for-your-farm/
LOCATION:Many Forks Farm\, 1360 River Rd\, Clarksburg\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240813T140108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T150020Z
UID:47598-1726153200-1726160400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Diemand Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, September 12th for a tour of Diemand Farm! Learn how the family tends to their animals and processes their chickens and birds on-site. Along the way\, you’ll see chickens\, turkeys\, beef cattle\, miniature donkeys\, sheep\, and goats! \nYou’ll also discover how this family farm got started in 1936 and get an inside peek into their kitchen where they make delicious\, small-batch meals using their farm-raised meat and other local ingredients. \nLocation: Diemand Farm\, 126 Mormon Hollow Road\, Wendell\, MA \nDate: Thursday\, September 12th\, 3:00 – 5:00 pm \nCost: Sliding scale $10-$25 admission to go towards CISA’s programs and mission to build a just\, resilient\, and equitable local food system. \n\nSave your spot here!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/diemand-farm-tour/
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240227T205129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T205740Z
UID:46155-1726308000-1726322400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food preservation
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nWe preserve hundreds of pounds of food each year enough to fill 7 freezers\, 400 mason jars\, a root cellar\, and cupboards with dried foods. Join us at the height of the food preservation season to preserve our way through the day. We will freeze vegetables\, can tomatoes and grape juice\, make applesauce\, start some lacto-fermented sauerkraut\, dry some herbs and garlic and discuss best methods for canning freezing drying\, and root cellaring. At lunch time we will share a pot luck lunch. \nClick here for more information! \nEvent Details: \n\n\n\nSeptember 14\, 2024\n10am – 2 pm with a pot luck lunch at noon\nPrice: $50 – $100 – sliding scale\nPresenters: Julie Rawson\, Jennifer Peck\, Marissa Gabriel and\, Paula Bowie
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/46155/
LOCATION:Many Hands Sustainability Center\, 411 Sheldon Road\, Barre\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240726T160057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T160057Z
UID:47456-1726311600-1726329600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Season Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an autumn day in the Hilltowns! Join Pause & Pivot Farm and Oliver’s Farmstand this September 14th to celebrate the season at an event featuring farmers\, producers\, and artisans from around the region. This free festival-like event features food trucks\, face painting\, a vendor lawn with locally made and grown goods\, live music\, children’s activities\, and much more! \nProceeds from this event will help fund the Hilltown Pantry. The Pantry has been serving the northern Hampshire County’s Hilltowns since 1990. Located in Goshen\, the Pantry is a program of the Northampton Survival Center\, and serves eligible residents of Chesterfield\, Cummington\, Middlefield\, Peru\, Plainfield\, Goshen\, Haydenville\, Huntington\, Westhampton\, Williamsburg\, and Worthington. We look forward to seeing you in the center of Goshen\, right off of Route 9\, for a day of celebration on Saturday\, September 14th.\n\n*This event is made possible\, in part\, by our generous partner sponsors Done Right Chimney\, Baker Excavation\, and MJ Moran along with a grant from the Williamsburg Cultural Council.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/season-celebration/
LOCATION:36 Main Street\, Goshen\, MA\, 36 Main Street\, Goshen\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240815T154043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T190010Z
UID:47663-1726495200-1726500600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Planning and Adapting for Heat and Other Climate Impacts at Farmers’ Markets
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nThis webinar will target farmers’ market managers and vendors and will provide examples of practices that will help reduce the impacts of extreme heat and climate change on farmers’ market operations. Join staff from CISA and Mass Farmers Markets as they provide an overview of how climate change can affect infrastructure\, produce availability and quality\, and how to make sure vendors and customers are comfortable and safe. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024 and CISA’s annual Adapt Your Farm to Climate Change series. \n\nDate: September 16\, 2pm-3:30pm\nLocation: Remote\n\nPlease contact climate@buylocalfood.org with questions. \nThis material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2023-70027-40447.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/planning-and-adapting-for-heat-and-other-climate-impacts-at-farmers-markets/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240816T141828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T144125Z
UID:47688-1726509600-1726520400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate Week Film Screening: Common Ground
DESCRIPTION:Kick off CISA’s Climate Week with a film screening of Common Ground\, a fascinating documentary that dives into the dynamics of modern agriculture and the importance of healthy soils for the longevity of our people and planet. This is a great opportunity for farmers\, gardeners and foodies to sit back and enjoy a well-made film featuring the work we know and love alongside the systems that we are struggling to overcome\, and how to move forward together. Gather at 6pm to enjoy some food before the film starts at 6:30. The film is scheduled to end around 8:15\, followed by a discussion until 9. \nThe event is free\, but please register beforehand here. \nWatch the trailer & read more about the Common Ground film here.  \n\nDate: September 16th\, 6-9pm.\nLocation: Greenfield Garden Cinema\, 361 Main St\, Greenfield MA\n\nPlease reach out to Lauradavis@nofamass.org with questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared towards members of the farming community as well as the public. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-week-film-screening-common-ground/
LOCATION:The Greenfield Garden Theater\, 361 Main St\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240819T130052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T130052Z
UID:47756-1726594200-1726601400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Maximizing MDAR Funding Opportunities and Navigating Climate Conditions -  A Tour at the Food Bank Farm 
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nAt this event you will learn about MDAR’s new succession planning opportunity\, MDAR grants and the MDAR APR Program. We will tour the Food Bank Farm and hear about their experience putting the land into APR\, obtaining APR approvals for farm projects and grants and resources used for infrastructure on the farm as well as the challenges of weather and farming on land under the Wetland Exemption. \nPlease bring your own lawn chair if you would like to sit during the speaking portion. \n\nDate: September 17th\, 5:30-7:30pm\nLocation: Food Bank Farm of Western Mass\, 32 Shattuck Road\, Hadley MA\n\nPlease contact Kristina.Smith@mass.gov with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared toward farmers and interested members of the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/maximizing-mdar-funding-opportunities-and-navigating-climate-conditions-a-tour-at-the-food-bank-farm/
LOCATION:The Food Bank Farm\, 32 Shattuck Rd\, Hadley\, MA\, 01038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240816T160450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T184713Z
UID:47731-1726675200-1726686000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farming in a Changing Climate with Berkshire Agricultural Ventures
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin us for our 2nd annual climate event to hear insights and lessons from our local farmers and regional experts. Optional farm tour of April Hill starts at 4pm\, and the main speaker presentations start at 5pm. Main event will be followed with refreshments and conversation. \n\nDate: September 18th\, 4-7pm\nLocation: April Hill Farm\, 62 Undermountain Rd\, South Egremont MA\nCost: Chose-what-you-pay Tickets\, with a recommended ticket price of $10\n\nPlease reach out to ben@berkshireagventures.org with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024.It is geared toward farmers and interested members of the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farming-in-a-changing-climate-with-berkshire-agricultural-ventures/
LOCATION:April Hill Farm\, 62 Undermountain Rd\, South Egremont\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240816T135717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T201447Z
UID:47679-1726680600-1726689600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Dining for a Cooler Planet: Showcasing Local Farmers and Climate Resilience
DESCRIPTION:UMass Dining will host a special event at Hampshire Dining Commons featuring a panel discussion on Local Agriculture and Climate Action\, a cooking demonstration by our Executive Chef Bob Bankert at 6:00\, and a special menu showcasing local ingredients. \n\nDate: September 18th\, 5:30-8:00pm\nLocation: Hampshire Dining Commons\, 141 Southwest Circle\, Amherst MA\n\nEntry into the Dining Commons without a meal plan costs $18.75. Limited number of meal vouchers for low income diners available upon request. Once you enter\, food is all-you-can-eat buffet style. \nPlease contact Kathy Wicks at kwicks@umass.edu with questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/dining-for-a-cooler-planet-showcasing-local-farmers-and-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:Hampshire Dining Commons\, UMass\, 141 Southwest Circle\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240816T140605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T174508Z
UID:47684-1726684200-1726691400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:“Kiss the Ground” Showing with CISA and Miller Worley Center for the Environment
DESCRIPTION:Join Mount Holyoke College’s Miller Worley Center and Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture to celebrate their Climate Change and Farming Week for a showing of “Kiss the Ground” followed by a discussion led by Growing Vines. This film reveals that\, by regenerating the world’s soils\, we can completely and rapidly stabilize Earth’s climate\, restore lost ecosystems and create abundant food supplies. Using compelling graphics and visuals\, along with striking NASA and NOAA footage\, the film artfully illustrates how\, by drawing down atmospheric carbon\, soil is the missing piece of the climate puzzle. \n\nDate: September 18th\, 6:30-8:30pm\nLocation: Miller Worley Center\, Mount Holyoke College\, 50 College St\, South Hadley\, MA\n\nPlease contact mkane@mtholyoke.edu with questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is open to members of the Mount Holyoke College Community as well as the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/kiss-the-ground-showing-with-cisa-and-mount-holyoke-college-miller-worley-center-for-the-environment/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, 01075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240809T151121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T223723Z
UID:47537-1726686000-1726691400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate-Smart Farming and Marketing Program Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin one of the three upcoming webinars that provide an overview of the Climate-Smart Farming & Marketing Program\, led by Pasa Sustainable Agriculture. Northeast regional project partners from Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, NOFA-MA\, NOFA-VT\, Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust\, and Maine Farmland Trust will explain the enrollment process and review the 26 climate-smart practices the project can fund. \n90% of project funds are reserved for underserved and small-scale producers. The USDA definition of underserved includes: Beginning\, Socially disadvantaged\, Veteran\, Limited Resource\, Women\, and Specialty crop growers. The USDA defines “small-scale” as those with less than $350\,000 in annual gross cash farm income. \nThere will be an opportunity to connect with technical assistance providers from partner organizations who will serve as your point of contact if you decide to enroll in the program. If you live outside of Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, Connecticut\, Vermont\, New Hampshire\, or Maine\, but within the project region (from South Carolina to Maine) you will be put in contact with the regional partner from your state. \nThis webinar is available on three dates. The same content will be covered in each session. The October 16th and November 13th webinars will include simultaneous interpretation in Spanish and English. \nWebinar Dates:  \n\nSeptember 18 at 7:00 PM \nOctober 16 at 12:00 PM\nNovember 13 at 7:00 PM\n\nWhat does the Climate-Smart Ag Program include?   \n\nFinancial Support: Receive funding to implement climate-smart practices on your farm.\nTailored Technical Assistance: Work with our team of Technical Assistance Providers to create an implementation plan that aligns with your farm’s goals\nPeer-to-Peer Learning: Join a community of farmers dedicated to improving their farm’s climate resilience and financial performance.\nCollaborative Research Opportunities: Farmers can indicate interest in being selected to collaborate on Pasa’s Soil Health and Financial Benchmark Studies.\nMarketing Support: Enhance your ability to share your climate impact story with customers and communicate climate and environmental benefits to build consumer support for climate-smart farms\, practices\, and products\n\nPlease contact climate@buylocalfood.org with any questions. \n\nThis program is supported by a Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities grant. This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture\, under agreement number NR233A750004G025. \nAny opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In addition\, any reference to specific brands or types of products or services does not constitute or imply an endorsement by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for those products or services.\n \nUSDA is an equal opportunity provider\, employer\, and lender. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/informational-webinars-about-the-climate-smart-farming-and-marketing-program/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240816T151151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T201128Z
UID:47718-1726761600-1726772400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Working to Build Climate Change Resiliency at the Hampshire College Farm : A Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nCome tour the Hampshire College Farm! We are a small\, diversified vegetable and livestock farm right on the Hampshire College Campus and we are trialing ways to build resiliency into our day to day farming practices. Come chat with the farm staff and students about projects we are working on to help diversify our systems and build farm durability in our ever changing climate. Our projects aim to both enhance the farm’s systems while also providing areas for research and questioning for our students and community members alike. And we would love to talk with you about it! \nSmall snacks and refreshments provided. \n\nDate: September 19th\, 4-7pm\nLocation: Hampshire College Farm\, 739 West St\, Amherst MA\n\nPlease contact farm@hampshire.edu with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared toward members of the Hampshire College Community as well as the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/working-to-build-climate-change-resiliency-at-the-hampshire-college-farm-a-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Hampshire College Farm\, 793 West Street\, Amherst\, MA 01002
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Hampshire College Farm":MAILTO:farm@hampshire.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110633
CREATED:20240816T144110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T173109Z
UID:47694-1726848000-1726853400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Reed Farm: Composting for Business Diversification and Climate Change Adaptation
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin Reed Farm for a look at their composting enterprise that adapts to climate change by diversifying income streams and reducing farm waste. Reed Farm received an adaptation grant from CISA in 2022 and used it to attend the Maine Compost School to learn about turning their farm’s “waste” into compost and a new source of income. Come tour the farm’s processing plant\, production house\, and composting field\, and learn about changes and updates to their operation. \nPresenters: Kat Chang Laznicka and Peter Reed Laznicka own and operate Reed Farm in Sunderland\, MA\, a small scale pastured poultry farm and state inspected poultry processing facility offering processing services to the local farming community. Since opening in 2019\, Reed Farm has been awarded state and federal grants to expand production and progress their on-site processing facility towards a USDA grant of inspection. \n\nDate: September 20th\, 4:00-5:30pm\nLocation: Reed Farm\, 136 Russell St\, Sunderland MA\n\nReach out to info@reedfarmpoultry.com with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. Is is geared toward members of the farming community and the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/reed-farm-composting-for-business-diversification-and-climate-change-adaptation/
LOCATION:Reed Farm\, 136 Russell Street\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375​\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Farmer Events
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