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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
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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:20260425T055036
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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:20260425T055036
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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:20260425T055036
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240816T144110Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
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SUMMARY:Climate\, Conservation\, and Community: An Informational Tour of the Fort River Community Garden
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nCome join members of the volunteer management committee for the Fort River Community Garden for a tour of the garden space! You will learn how the sociocratic model is used to run the garden\, and some history of how the garden came to be. It is situated on conservation land that was donated to the town of Amherst after failed attempts at agroforestry. Portions of the landscape have also been managed and replanted along the bank of the Fort River\, which runs through the property. \n\nDate: September 21 : Cancelled\nLocation: Fort River Community Garden\n\nContact fern@buylocalfood.org with any questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared toward members of the general public. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-conservation-and-community-an-informational-tour-of-the-fort-river-community-garden/
LOCATION:Fort River Community Garden\, 44 Belchertown Rd\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240816T150532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T165007Z
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SUMMARY:Stony Hill Farm Tour: Planning for Climate Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Register here!  \nAs the climate changes\, western Mass is expected to have more days with temperatures in the 90s\, new pests\, wetter springs\, more intense rain events\, and decreased soil moisture during the summer. We’re channeling our climate anxiety into efforts to build our soils and increase our biodiversity to make our farm more resilient–-join us for a tour of our small organic farm to see what we’ve been up to! We’ll discuss the motivations behind our ongoing transition to no-till\, and look at trials of organic mulches\, cover crops\, and beneficial insect plantings. We’ll also look at our efforts to transition away from fossil fuels (including solar electricity generation that powers our electrically-heated greenhouse\, well pump\, climate-controlled wash/pack room\, etc). We’ll share ideas for future projects and discuss funding from the new Climate-Smart Farming & Marketing Program that is helping in these efforts. Pie and seltzer will be provided! \n\nDate: September 22\, 4-6pm\nLocation: Stony Hill Farm\, 899 Stony Hill Rd\, Wilbraham MA\n\nPlease reach out to stonyhillfarm01095@gmail.com with questions. \nThis event is part of Climate Change and Farming Week 2024. It is geared toward home gardeners and farmers. Click here to see the full list of events!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/stony-hill-farm-tour-planning-for-climate-resilience/
LOCATION:Stony Hill Farm\, 899 Stony Hill Rd\, Wilbraham\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240723T182423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T182423Z
UID:47423-1727517600-1727629200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:North Quabbin Garlic & Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Don’t Miss The “Festival that Stinks” Sept 28/29 \nIt’s a fabulous family friendly destination held amid the fall foliage on a historic farm in Orange\, MA. Wander among over 100 exhibitors: amazing art\, farm-fresh products and food\, healing arts\, and community organizations. Three stages delight with music\, performance\, and spoken word. Travel the globe with glorious garlic cuisine and chef demos. Enjoy the free kids’ art-making tent and garlic games for all ages. Orange is the new green! Skill up with local living workshops\, EVs on display\, and only 2 bags of trash for 8\,000 people. The tagline this year is Come and Get Your Love (and a great song by Redbone)– you’ll feel that sense of community and hope for a positive future at this festival! \nInflation busting general admission is only $10 for the weekend; $5 for students\, seniors\, and Card to Culture: (EBT\, WIC\, and ConnectorCare cardholders)\, kids 12 and under free. Save time\, buy tickets online starting Sept 1. Visit www.garlicandarts.org for the full array of vendors\, performance and workshops\, parking and shuttle info. No pets\, service animals only. \nThe festival is actively seeking volunteers for the event weekend— \nlearn more and sign up to volunteer for a shift- there are many tasks from which to choose and you’ll get an awesome t-shirt\, free entry\, and more!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/north-quabbin-garlic-arts-festival-2/
LOCATION:Forster’s Farm – 60 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, Massachusetts\, 60 Chestnut Hill Rd.\, Orange\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240731T192545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T180716Z
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SUMMARY:Making Food Fun Visits Apex Orchards
DESCRIPTION:Big skies and soaring views beckon from Apex Orchards. \nCISA is heading to the beautiful Shelburne hills to join in Gathered Farms\, at Apex Orchards\, on Sunday\, September 29th from 10am-noon for a morning of fun activities for families! \nGirls test apple varieties at Making Food Fun at the Farmers’ Market at Forest Park. Photo by Lizzy McEleney. \nThis Making Food Fun will focus on apples of all varieties\, colors\, and flavors. CISA will offer an apple taste test featuring Apex Orchards apples\, samples of apple cider and cider donuts. Best of all\, we’re giving away 100 pick-your-own bags to the first 100 kids to visit our booth! These special\, child-sized bags are for this Making Food Fun event at Apex Orchards only. Stop by to see us\, sample some delicious food\, and get the kids ready to pick some apples. \nThe Gathered Farms harvest event goes from 10am-3pm\, where local farms and artisans come together to celebrate the fall season. Friends from Our Family Farms and Davenport Maple Farm will be on hand sell their amazing local dairy and local maple products. \nTesting apple varieties is fun for all ages! Photo by Lizzy McEleney. \nAdmission to Making Food Fun and Gathered Farms is free. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mffapex-orchards/
LOCATION:Apex Orchards Farm Store\, 225 Peckville Road\, Shelburne Falls\, MA\, 01370\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240919T211557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T211720Z
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SUMMARY:The Wonder-Not Bread Festival
DESCRIPTION:Noontime Puppet Parade with MuZen Puppets and The Expandable Brass Band. Live music stage featuring The Johnny Memphis Band\, Auyon & Harris\, Katz/Stevens\, & others. Bread\, pastries and pizza\, and signing of the newly published Hungry Ghost Bread Book! Free to all! \n\nDate: Sunday\, Sept. 29th\, 11am-6pm\nLocation: Hungry Ghost Bread\, 62 State Street\, Northampton\n\nMusic & Events Schedule: \n\n11:00 – Little Wave\n11:30 – Bobbie\n12:00 – Puppet Parade & Wheat Planting\n1:00 – Cave Mouth\n2:00 – Katz/Stevens\n3:00 – Auyon & Harris\n4:00 – Johnny Memphis Band\n5:00 – Parish Picnic
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-wonder-not-bread-festival/
LOCATION:Hungry Ghost Bread\, 62 State Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240919T203638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T203638Z
UID:48097-1727967600-1727982000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Agrivoltaics Open House: Burgundy Brook Farm
DESCRIPTION:What: Come and see a real agrivoltaic project! Learn the different factors in making a project like this work effectively for farmers and farmland. Understand the benefits of these systems\, and feel free to ask any questions you may have. \nWhat to wear/bring: Please wear closed-toed shoes (sneakers\, boots). We suggest wearing pants to keep ticks etc. off. \nWhen: October 3rd 3pm-7pm. People can come for as long or as short as they’d like (it’ll get dark\, so folks will likely head out earlier than 7). \nWhere: Burgundy Brook Farm\, (search “Tables at the Farm Palmer\, MA” in your Google or Apple maps or other GPS app)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/agrivoltaics-open-house-burgundy-brook-farm/
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240926T121036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T152042Z
UID:48144-1728133200-1728144000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Skeleton Crew Theater at Sentinel Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the creatures of Skeleton Crew Theater at Sentinel Farm \nSaturday\, October 5th\n1-4pm\n37 Cottage Street\, Belchertown MA \nBring the whole family for some seasonal fun! Pick-Your-Own and meet the magical creatures of the Greenwood courtesy of Skeleton Crew Theater. \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/skeleton-crew-theater-at-sentinel-farm/
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240923T155133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T155252Z
UID:48113-1728133200-1728154800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:BarnFest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 5\, 2024\nStarts at 1PM \n80 Bassett Road\, Shelburne\, MA \nWe are so excited to welcome you to Bassett Road for our biggest community event of the year! Barnfest is a FREE full day event that includes local crafters and artisans\, musicians\, kid’s activities\, dancing\, food\, and the weaving together of an amazingly vibrant community. \nWe welcome all to join us beginning at 1PM for a variety of live demonstrations\, interactive workshops\, raffles\, a buffet dinner\, and after-dinner musical entertainment into the wee hours of the morning. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/barnfest-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240401T214301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T214301Z
UID:46504-1728309600-1728320400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Brookfield Farm: Business Management and Tractor Cultivation
DESCRIPTION:This visit will be an overview of the major areas of business management that we rely on to make our farm economically functional. We will cover planning (including budgeting)\, bookkeeping & accounting\, marketing\, insurance & administration\, communication (website\, email\, and database). We will consider this a “survey” and give lots of information on all of these topics\, but not dwell too long on any one of them. We will give out written materials to be used as reference for the meeting and for later reference. \nIn addition\, we will wrap up the CRAFT program for the season by having a short round-table discussion about strengths and weaknesses of the program and suggestions for improvements. We look forward to everyone attending and sharing their experiences to help improve our program. \nDate: Monday\, October 7\, 2pm-5pm \nLocation: Brookfield Farm\, 24 Hulst Rd\, Amherst\, MA 01002
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/brookfield-farm-business-management-and-tractor-cultivation/
LOCATION:Brookfield Farm\, Hulst Rd\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240524T184121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T192907Z
UID:46928-1728403200-1728410400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Twilight Meeting: Climate Impacts on Weed Management and Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nHow are climate change and hotter temperatures affecting our soils? Often\, practices like reducing tillage and cover cropping are recommended to improve soil health\, reduce risk of topsoil loss and enhance resilience to drought and flood—practices that can also affect weed management. UMass Extension will discuss general impacts of climate change on soil health and highlight current research on updating recommendations for planting timing and overwintering survival of cover crop species in MA. Maria Gannett\, UMass Extension Weeds Specialist\, will relate these strategies to how they can impact weed management. \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: Tuesday\, October 8\, 2024\, 4-6pm\, with a light supper to follow \nWhere: UMass Crop & Livestock Research & Education Farm\, 89 River Rd.\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373 \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/twilight-meeting-climate-impacts-on-weed-management-and-soil-health/
LOCATION:UMass Crop & Livestock Research & Education Farm\, 89 River Rd\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240919T203004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T204153Z
UID:48095-1728561600-1728576000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The BizGrow Conference: Free Legal Support & Small Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nCalling all current and aspiring small business owners! Springfield City Library welcomes Lawyers for Civil Rights and The BizGrow Conference to Western Mass for the first time! This event connects small business owners with free legal support and the opportunity to network with over a dozen organizations that support small businesses. \nJoin us for this incredible opportunity! Register for a free appointment to meet with a lawyer about your small business – learn more here. \nAnd be sure to stop by our Small Business Expo! Organizations from Springfield\, the western Massachusetts region\, and the state\, that support small businesses\, will be there to provide information and networking opportunities related to financing\, marketing\, planning\, and more! \n\nThursday\, October 10: Legal Support: 12 – 4pm\, Small Business Expo: 12 – 2pm\nSpringfield City Library\, 220 State Street\, Springfield\, MA 01103
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-bizgrow-conference-free-legal-support-small-business-expo/
LOCATION:Springfield City Library\, 220 State Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240822T200224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T140758Z
UID:47796-1729008000-1729013400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Safety & Storage in a Warmer New England
DESCRIPTION:Register here! \nJoin UMass Extension\, CISA\, and UVM Extension for a climate-themed twilight meeting at Kitchen Garden Farm in Sunderland\, MA! Lilly Israel and Max Traunstein will give a tour of Kitchen Garden Farm’s postharvest and food production facilities\, and discuss how the farm is considering climate change and food safety in its operations. Chris Callahan of UVM Extension will discuss precooling resources\, sizing CoolBots and coolers\, condensation management\, and guidance on sorting/culling product for storage. Lisa McKeag of UMass Extension will give an overview of potential climate impacts on food safety. Program and presentations will be from 4-5:30 pm with refreshments to follow. \n\nDate: Tuesday\, October 15\, 4:00pm to 5:30pm\nLocation: Kitchen Garden Farm\, 131 S. Silver Lane\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375\n\nThis event is co-sponsored by CISA and UMass Extension. The event is part of CISA’s Adapt your Farm to Climate Change series. 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/food-safety-storage-in-a-warmer-new-england/
LOCATION:Kitchen Garden Farm\, 131 S. Silver Lane\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240812T172403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T211812Z
UID:47592-1729080000-1729085400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Climate-Smart Farming and Marketing Program Informational Webinar / Seminarios Virtuales Informativos sobre el Programa de Agricultura y Promoción Climáticamente Inteligentes
DESCRIPTION:¡Regístrese aquí! \nÚnase a uno de los tres próximos seminarios virtuales que ofrecerán una descripción general del Programa de Agricultura y Promoción Climáticamente Inteligentes\, liderado por Pasa Agricultura Sostenible. Los socios del proyecto regional del noreste de Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA)\, NOFA-MA\, NOFA-VT\, Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust y Maine Farmland Trust explicarán el proceso de registración y explicarán las 26 prácticas climáticamente inteligentes que el proyecto puede financiar. \nEl 90% de los fondos del proyecto están reservados para productores de pequeña escala y desatendidos. La definición del USDA de desatendido incluye: productores principiantes\, socialmente desfavorecidos\, veteranos\, de recursos limitados\, mujeres y de cultivos especializados. El USDA define “pequeña escala” como aquellos con menos de $350\,000 en ingresos agrícolas brutos anuales en efectivo. \nHabrá la oportunidad de conectarse con proveedores de asistencia técnica de organizaciones asociadas que le servirán como punto de contacto si decide inscribirse en el programa. Si vive fuera de Massachusetts\, Rhode Island\, Connecticut\, Vermont\, New Hampshire o Maine\, pero dentro de la región del proyecto (desde Carolina del Sur hasta Maine)\, se le pondrá en contacto con el socio regional de su estado. \nEste seminario virtual está disponible en tres fechas. Se cubrirán los mismos contenidos en cada sesión. El 16 de octubre y 13 de noviembre Los seminarios virtuales incluirán interpretación simultánea en español e inglés. \nFechas del seminario web:  \n\n18 de septiembre de 7:00 a 8:30 pm\n16 de octubre de 12:00 a 1:30 pm (se ofrece interpretación en español)\n13 de noviembre de 7:00 a 20:30 pm (se ofrece interpretación en español)\n\n¿Qué incluye el Programa de Agricultura Climáticamente Inteligente?   \n\nAsistencia financiera: Reciba financiación para implementar prácticas climáticamente inteligentes en su granja.\nAsistencia técnica a medida: Trabaje con nuestro equipo de proveedores de asistencia técnica para crear un plan de implementación que se alinee con los objetivos de su granja.\nAprendizaje entre pares: Únase a una comunidad de agricultores dedicados a mejorar la resiliencia climática y el desempeño financiero de sus granjas.\nOportunidades de investigación colaborativa: Los agricultores pueden indicar interés en ser seleccionados para colaborar en los estudios de referencia financiera y de salud del suelo de Pasa.\nAsistencia de marketing: Mejore su capacidad para compartir su historia de impacto climático con los clientes y comunicar los beneficios climáticos y ambientales para generar apoyo de los consumidores para granjas\, prácticas y productos climáticamente inteligentes.\n\nComuníquese con Climate@buylocalfood.org si tiene alguna pregunta. \nEste programa cuenta con el apoyo de la subvención Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities. Este material se basa en un trabajo respaldado por el Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. (por sus siglas en inglés: United States Department of Agriculture [USDA])\, según el acuerdo número NR233A750004G025. \nCualquier opinión\, hallazgo\, conclusión o recomendación expresada en esta publicación pertenece a los autores y no refleja necesariamente los puntos de vista del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU . Además\, cualquier referencia a marcas o tipos de productos o servicios específicos no constituye ni implica un respaldo por parte del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. para esos productos o servicios. \nEl USDA es un proveedor\, empleador y prestamista que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. \n_______________________________________________________________________________________ \nRegister 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. \nThis program will run for 5 years\, and can provide funding and an annual stipend to implement practices with soil health and climate resiliency benefits. Practices include cover cropping\, hedgerow planting\, low-till practices\, mulching\, silvopasture\, nutrient management\, conservation crop rotation\, and more. \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 7:00-8:30 PM \nOctober 16 at 12:00-1:30 PM (Spanish interpretation offered)\nNovember 13 at 7:00-8:30 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.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/climate-smart-farming-and-marketing-program-informational-webinars/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240813T143044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T202632Z
UID:47618-1729166400-1729184400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:POP Club for Kids at the Westfield Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Westfield Farmers’ Market is offering their Power of Produce (POP) club at this summer’s markets. The market is open every Thursday\, from 12pm-5pm until October 17\, 2024. Rain or shine! \nKids ages 4-12 are welcome to participate in POP Club\, a fun\, free program that encourages kids to discover the abundance of fresh local produce at the market. Kids exercise their own buying power while exploring the market\, trying new fruits and vegetables\, learning about where their food comes from\, and participating in activities . \nHow POP Club works: \n\nSign up at the POP Tent on any Thursday between June 6th – August 22nd.\nEach time kids attend the market\, they receive $2 in POP Bucks to spend on fruits\, vegetables\, or seedlings at the market.\nKids can choose between spending their POP bucks or saving them for a larger produce item.\nKids can participate in activities like planting seeds\, learning about pollinators\, movement activities\, and more.\n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat is POP Club?\nThe Power Of Produce (POP) Club is a nationally recognized kids program started at the Oregon City Farmers Market in May 2011. POP Club empowers kids to make healthy food choices while introducing them to where their food comes from. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo we have to participate in the activities?\nWe understand that not all activities will appeal to everyone and there is no requirement to participate in order to receive POP Bucks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat are the benefits of POP Club?\nPOP Club is a great opportunity for kids to try new foods and become engaged in making healthier food choices. POP Club also empowers kids to make financial decisions on their own. Each week that kids come to the market\, they can choose between spending their POP Bucks that day or saving them to use another week on a bigger item. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDo POP Bucks expire?\nPOP Bucks expire at the end of the market season and must be used by October 17th.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pop-club-for-kids-at-the-westfield-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Westfield Farmers’ Market\, 36 Court St.\, Westfield\, MA\, 01085\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20241009T143159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T151248Z
UID:48190-1729335600-1729350000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Making Food Fun at Springfield HarvestFest
DESCRIPTION:It’s harvest time in the city!\n\nThe Springfield Business Improvement District presents its Harvest Fest\, featuring pumpkins\, on Saturday\, October 19th\, from 11am-3pm at the Springfield Quadrangle. \nCISA joins the fun with a focus on apples! We will offer a taste test of three apple varieties\, sips of apple cider\, tastes of apple sauce and apple butter\, all from Bashista Orchards in Southampton. \nKids and their caregivers can learn more about this fall crop\, what’s in season in our region\, how to find local farmers’ markets\, and how to use HIP to purchase local food. \nHomegrown Springfield will share the fun by offering seasonal muffins and parent information at this event. \n\nThe schedule for the day from the organizers includes: \n\nDJ (playing all day)\nFood Trucks\nFace Painting\nPumpkin Decorating – Free Pumpkin Patch for Kids\nCrafts\nKids’ Costumes Welcome\nCharacters\nFall-Themed Photo Booth\n\nSee you there!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mffharvestfest/
LOCATION:Springfield Quadrangle\, 21 Edwards Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20241009T194244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T181026Z
UID:48212-1729612800-1729616400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Create A Lasting Legacy: How to Support the Causes You Love
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a FREE Zoom Workshop with Attorney Valerie Vignaux to learn how you can make a lasting impact on our community and future generations. Whether you are just beginning to think about making a will\, or already have a plan in place\, this free online workshop is for you. \nYou’ll learn the basics of how to include your favorite nonprofits as beneficiaries in your will\, retirement plan or insurance\, and you’ll gain a better understanding of the tax benefits and implications of making an after-life gift. \nOrganized and sponsored by: Amherst Survival Center\, Cancer Connection\, CET\, CISA\, Grow Food Northampton\, Hilltown Land Trust\, Hitchcock Center\, Kestrel Land Trust\, and Northampton Survival Center \nPrivacy Guarantee: Some people worry that attending events like this will overwhelm them with unwanted solicitations. Your name and email will not be shared with any organizations\, speakers\, or presenters\, and will not be retained or used for any purpose beyond webinar registration. \nDate: Thursday\, October 22nd\nTime: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm\nWhere: Zoom \n\n Sign up here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/create-a-lasting-legacy-how-to-support-the-causes-you-love/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20241022T045153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T045153Z
UID:48332-1729791000-1729796400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Unlocking Your Land's Potential: partnering with farmers and leasing farmland
DESCRIPTION:Fall Farmland Workshops Co-hosted by SEMAP and Land for Good: \nDate: October 24\, 2024 from  5:30 – 7:00 PM \nRegister here! \nDo you want to partner with a farmer and explore your land’s potential? Join us as we discuss the challenges farmers face in accessing affordable farmland and the importance of leased land. We’ll cover various types of farming operations\, from hay production to small-scale vegetable farming\, and guide you on assessing your land’s suitability for farming. Learn what farmers need\, how to find the right one\, and how to create a successful lease. Bring your questions for our panel of landowners sharing real-world experiences with a variety of tenure models and successfully working with farmers.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/unlocking-your-lands-potential-partnering-with-farmers-and-leasing-farmland/
LOCATION:Remote
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240227T131707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T131707Z
UID:46133-1730023200-1730048400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Rich and Healthy: No-till for Successful Farms and Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Are you a farmer or market gardener seeking to start or transition to no-till methods that use simple tools\, build healthy soil\, reduce labor and cost inputs\, promote climate resilience and increase your connection to the land? You’ll learn several no-till\, climate resilience techniques in this experiential\, day-long workshop with seasoned farmer Ricky Baruc and no-till soil science researchers. Sliding scale $65-$95. Space limited\, email deb@seedsofsolidarity.org to register. Soup and salad lunch included. Special opportunity! Our friends at Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust\, in partnership with the American Farmland Trust Soil Steward program are offering up to ten full scholarships for farmers of color\, or new farmers going no-till. Let us know if this is you! \nSunday Oct 27\, 10am to 5PM \nVisit Seeds of Solidarity’s website for more information.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/rich-and-healthy-no-till-for-successful-farms-and-gardens/
LOCATION:Seeds of Solidarity Education Center\, 165 Chestnut Hill Road\, Orange\, MA
CATEGORIES:Climate Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240730T132748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T132748Z
UID:47480-1730023200-1730048400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Rich and Healthy: No-till for Successful Farms
DESCRIPTION:Seeds of Solidarity Farm and Education Center\, Orange MA \nSunday Oct 27\, 10am to 5pm. Rich and Healthy: No-till for Successful Farms. Are you a farmer or market gardener seeking to start or transition to no-till methods that use simple tools\, build healthy soil\, reduce labor and cost inputs\, promote climate resilience and increase your connection to the land? You’ll learn several no-till\, climate resilience techniques in this experiential\, day-long workshop with seasoned farmer Ricky Baruc and no-till soil science researchers. \nSliding scale $65-$95. Space limited\, email deb@seedsofsolidarity.org to register. Soup and salad lunch included. Special opportunity! Our friends at Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust\, in partnership with the American Farmland Trust Soil Steward program are offering up to ten full scholarships for farmers of color\, or new farmers going no-till. Let us know if this is you!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/rich-and-healthy-no-till-for-successful-farms/
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20240826T155147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T202545Z
UID:47870-1730023200-1730050200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Ioka Valley Farm Autumn Fun
DESCRIPTION:Fall Fun for the Whole Family!\nWeekends end of September – October\,  plus Columbus Day Monday! \nOpen Weekends 10am – 5:30pm\nFall 2024 September 21st – October 27th. \nPick out your favorite pumpkin and the most colorful Indian Corn from our pumpkin patch\, or visit our farm stand for a cornucopia of pre-picked pumpkins and other fall specialities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecialties:\nDecorations\, gifts and souvenirs \nOur Pure Maple Syrup and Maple Products \nHomemade pies\, cookies\, and Pumpkin Whoopie Pie \nOur Homemade Cider Donuts \nCider and apples \nOur Natural Beef \nWander your way through the mini-corn maze \nGiant Pumpkin House \nDress-Me-Scarecrows \nAnimal petting area \nCalf-A open serving Ioka’s Roast Beef & Maple BBQ sandwiches\, snacks\, & more \n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere is no general admission during our fall weekends. Our mini-corn maze is free\, as well as our dress-me scarecrows\, giant pumpkin house\, and visiting the farm animals. If you pick a pumpkin from the patch you pay by the pound and if you choose a pumpkin from the gift area they are all pre-priced. We have three activities that we do charge to participate in: Family Fun Play Area\, Wagon Train Ride\, and Pumpkin Slingshot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n1. Family Play Area:\nUNDER 2 years old and OVER 60 years old is free\, everyone else pays to enter. \nOutdoor farm-theme playground \n4 Way See Saw \n40ft. Pipeline Slide \nAdult Pedal Carts \nTryke track \nDuck racer \nMazes \n2. Cow Train Ride\nTake a ride on our cow wagon train around the farm yard. \n3. Pumpkin Slingshot\nOur exciting water balloon slingshot. Try your best shot to win a Free Pumpkin.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/ioka-valley-farm-autumn-fun/
LOCATION:Ioka Valley Farm
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20241022T045509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T045551Z
UID:48334-1730309400-1730314800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Writing and Negotiating Successful Farmland Leases
DESCRIPTION:Fall Farmland Workshops Co-hosted by SEMAP and Land for Good: \nRegister here!  \nLeasing is essential for many farmers\, offering opportunities but also presenting challenges and risks. A well-written lease is key to setting clear expectations and building a solid relationship with landowners. We will explore the key components of farmland leases and discuss how they serve as tools for establishing long-term\, successful relationships. We’ll review various lease examples\, highlight common pitfalls\, and provide strategies to address potential conflicts. Bring your lease\, questions\, and stories to share for an interactive discussion on improving your leasing experience. \nDate: October 30\, 2024 from 5:30 – 7:00 PM \nLocation: Bristol County Agricultural High School\, Second Floor Meeting Room in the Student Commons\, Center St.\, Dighton 02715
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/writing-and-negotiating-successful-farmland-leases/
LOCATION:Bristol County Agricultural High School\, 135 Center Street\, Dighton\, MA\, 02715\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20241018T184510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T184510Z
UID:48309-1730390400-1730397600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Harvest Celebration
DESCRIPTION:CISA wraps up the season with one more Making Food Fun event to celebrate the harvest on Halloween! CISA and the Tilton Library are joining forces to offer this free family event for kids of all ages. \nJoin us for games\, crafts\, and samples of local food from Deerfield farms and businesses. \n\nDecorate your own white ghost pumpkin from Antonellis Farm.\nSip cider from Clarkdale Fruit Farms.\nNibble on pumpkin sweet treats from Ciesluk Market\nPlay harvest games\, including ring toss\, corn hole\, cup knock down\, and a spider web toss\nMake Halloween bracelets\, stickers\, and scratch-off Halloween masks\nTake home goodie bags full of seasonal treats and chocolates from Richardson’s Candy\, compliments of the Friends of the Tilton Library and CISA.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/halloween-harvest-celebration/
LOCATION:CISA Office\, 1 Sugarloaf Street\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family events,CISA Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20241029T172836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T173232Z
UID:48408-1730484000-1730487600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Canning Basics
DESCRIPTION:Always wanted to learn how to can foods but aren’t sure where to start? Well Lindsey Baird of Oak & Ash Farm is here you teach you that you can\, can!\n\nUsing the USDA guidelines for safe canning\, Lindsey will teach you the basic rules and simple tips and tricks. Maybe you want to preserve your harvest\, or perhaps you want to have quick and easy meals in a jar ready to go. Or maybe you want to learn how to save money by preserving items you purchase in bulk. You’ll learn how\, all while controlling the ingredients and without relying on having enough space in your freezer.\n\nYou will leave with a simple guide on how to use both a water bath canner or pressure canner\, and the confidence to fill your pantry with safe\, home canned foods.\n\nThis program is funded by the Friends of the Clapp Memorial Library in Belchertown.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/canning-basics/
LOCATION:Clapp Memorial Library 19 South Main Street | Belchertown\, MA 01007
CATEGORIES:Family events,Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T055036
CREATED:20241104T200545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T200545Z
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SUMMARY:New England Producer Distributor Buyer Forum
DESCRIPTION:New England Producer Distributor Buyer Forum \nNovember 12 at the Retreat Farm Barn in Brattleboro\, Vermont \n9:30-2:00 \nregistration link \nFree event \nThe Grocers Project of Farm to Plate & Small Bites E-news hosts this conversation on the variables of selling food brands. Our small but mighty panel includes a wealth of knowledge about the food industry:  Greg Esslinger formerly of UNFI on distributor deduction impact on brands\, Joe Dickson formerly of Whole Foods & currently with Lot 49 Advisors on organic compliance & differentiation\, Shad Christopoulos covers distribution as an employee of Rainforest Distribution & formerly Associated Buyers. We have representatives from food production to retail grocery digging deep into pertinent retail & regional topics on growing your food brand from the farm through to retail. \nAll food businesses are encouraged to attend and share first-hand insights on selling and purchasing strategies. Bring your questions\, share your experiences on this engaging day. Consider this a first conversation that cracks into the nature of successfully selling our regional brands and supports the goals of New England Feeding New England. We get down to business\, learning about the businesses across the food industry. \nAll  businesses and organizations that hold a place in the New England food shed are welcome to attend. \nNovember 12 Producer Distributor Buyer Forum Registration
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/new-england-producer-distributor-buyer-forum/
LOCATION:Retreat Farm Barn\, Brattleboro\, Vermont
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