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SUMMARY:Grass Fed Dairy Production
DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Larson Farm to hear about Rich and Cynthia Larsons’ experiences with all grass fed dairy production. Established in 1977\, The Larson Farm dairy herd is 100% grass fed\, all A2A2 genetics\, and is certified organic and also certified 100% grass fed by PCO. They sell grass fed beef\, raw milk and also a line of pasteurized dairy products made on farm at the new creamery.\nDuring this workshop you will learn about grass-fed dairy production\, pasture management\, fertility management and on-farm processing of high quality dairy products. Heather Darby\, UVM Extension and Sarah Flack\, Flack Consulting will join the Larsons in sharing their dairy farming system and experiences with you! \nCost: $20 (includes lunch)\nRegister online at:\nwww.regonline.com/grassfeddairyproduction\nOr call 802-524-6501 ext. 432\nSponsored by:\nWith support from:\nTo request a disability related accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact Susan Brouil-lette at (802) 524-6501 or 1-800-639-2130 (toll-free in Vt. only) by August 31\, 2018 so we may assist you.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/grass-fed-dairy-production/
LOCATION:The Larson Farm\, 69 South Street\, Wells\, VT\, 05774\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180921T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
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UID:28477-1537520400-1537563600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Grazing for Change
DESCRIPTION:Wildlife biologist Allan Savory\, originator of Holistic Management and Holistic Planned Grazing (aka Adaptive Multi-paddock Grazing)\, will be in Keene\, New Hampshire on Friday\, September 21st\, to celebrate Stonewall Farm becoming a member of the Savory Institute’s Global Hub Network. \nAs you may know\, Savory’s revolutionary insights enable humanity to swiftly restore ecological health and fertility to degraded pastures and grasslands\, even – for the first time in history – in the driest and least hospitable regions on the planet. Crucially\, healing the Earth in this way offers the potential to capture in soil billions of tons of atmospheric carbon annually. \nSavory will be leading a Pasture Walk at Stonewall Farm in the morning of the 21st\, and giving a keynote address that evening at Keene High School. In the afternoon\, a panel session will feature representatives from Stonyfield Farm\, the yoghurt manufacturer (Stonewall is a supplier to Stonyfield)\, and Badger Organic Skin Care products. My colleague\, Soil4Climate cofounder Seth Itzkan\, and I will also be speaking. \nAdmission is limited to 50 people for the events happening during the day\, so REGISTER NOW to secure a spot. The auditorium at Keene High School can accommodate 800+ people so everyone who wishes to should be able to attend the evening talk by Savory (who turns 83 this month). Details and tickets here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/grazing-for-change/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180917T150009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T150009Z
UID:28569-1537468200-1537477200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Forgotten Farms: Farm Aid Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Farm-Fresh Refreshments at 6:30pm \nOnly 100 years 
ago\, New England produced most of its own food on 16 million acres of farmland. In the past 50 years\, the region has lost over 10\,000 dairy farms. Today\, fewer than 2\,000 farms remain\, covering 1.2 million acres of farmland and producing almost all of the milk
 consumed regionally. As we strive to revive local and regional food systems\, we have much to learn from dairy farmers who have managed most of the farmland and sustained the region’s farm economy all along. Farm Aid is pleased to host a screening of Forgotten Farms\, followed by a panel discussion on the nature of the dairy crisis rolling out across the country\, what’s at stake in the Northeast as more dairy farmers go out of business\, and how people are rallying for long-term solutions. \nPanelists: \n\nSarah Gardner\, Forgotten Farms producer\nEllen Whitlow\, House of Hayes Farm/Sweet Pea Cheese\nBonnie Burr\, University of Connecticut-Extension\nPatty Edelberg\, National Farmers Union
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/forgotten-farms-farm-aid-film-screening/
LOCATION:The Lyceum\, 227 Lawrence Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180813T185248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180918T165948Z
UID:28219-1537293600-1537302600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Growing Hemp in MA: Opportunities for Farmers & Others
DESCRIPTION:*PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. This meeting has been moved to Greenfield Community College’s Stinchfield Lecture Hall due to high interest.* \nThe Franklin Regional Council of Governments (FRCOG)\, MA Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR)\, Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA)\, and CISA invite you to this workshop for farmers\, local officials\, and others. \nGrowing and refining hemp (which refers to strains of cannabis plants and products made from it used for industrial purposes\, such as to make textiles\, CBD oils\, or other consumer products) is now legal in Massachusetts\, and following the passage of new state legislation\, there is new information for farmers and others on responsibilities and options. \nSnacks will be provided and registration is required to attend. \nThis workshop will address: \n\nLessons from Vermont and MA on challenges and best practices in hemp production\nA brief overview of the hemp economy\nWhat does MA law allow and require?\nMA regulations that apply to potential hemp farmers and product manufacturers\n\nPresenters:  \nTaryn LaScola\, Director of the Division of Crop and Pest Services at MDAR \nHeather Darby\, Extension Associate Professor at the University of Vermont
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/growing-hemp-in-ma-opportunities-for-farmers-others/
LOCATION:Greenfield Community College\, Stinchfield Lecture Hall\, 1 College Drive\, Greenfield\, MA\, 01301
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180823T184806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180823T184806Z
UID:28288-1537092000-1537113600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:4th Annual Berkshire Fermentation Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Fermentation Festival is day long celebration of the diversity of all things fermented and crafted. Each year there is an array of local cultured food vendors sampling and selling their products along with demos\, lectures\, a culture swap\, science corner\, book signings\, raffle\, live music\, and more. \nFind more information here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/4th-annual-berkshire-fermentation-festival/
LOCATION:Great Barrington Fairgrounds\, 684 South Main Street\, Great barrington\, MA\, 01230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180915T140000
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CREATED:20180904T190036Z
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UID:28394-1537012800-1537020000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Wetlands of East Leverett Meadow
DESCRIPTION:Following muddy and mossy trails\, this field study explores different wetlands and their plant compositions. Naturalist George LoCascio highlights local plants\, wetlands ecology\, and the importance of conserving the plants. Aquatic invertebrates make a special cameo appearance.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wetlands-of-east-leverett-meadow/
LOCATION:East Leverett Meadow
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180911T142238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T142238Z
UID:28486-1537005600-1537027200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Warm Colors Apiary Honey Festival
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate pollinators and beekeeping. A free family event with treats\, educational programs and the enjoyment of nature on our 80 acre farm.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/warm-colors-apiary-honey-festival-3/
LOCATION:Warm Colors Apiary\, 2 South Mill River Road\, South Deerfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180917
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CREATED:20180904T164311Z
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UID:28388-1536969600-1537142399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Kitchen Garden Farm's Chilifest!
DESCRIPTION:The Valley’s hottest farm festival is back! Kitchen Garden Farm’s annual Chilifest is a celebration of hot peppers and all things spicy on Saturday\, Sept. 15 and Sunday\, Sept. 16 from noon-5pm at Mike’s Maze in Sunderland. Weekend passes available so you can enjoy great live music\, local brews and spicy food all weekend long! Sample 100+ varieties of some of the world’s hottest peppers grown right here in Sunderland. Taste and vote in the Chili Cook-Off Saturday and Hot Sauce Competition Sunday. Sample the 2018 vintage of Kitchen Garden’s award-winning sriracha and salsa and a new Hot Sauce Alley featuring local hot sauce makers Levinsky’s Top Shelf\, Poor Devil Pepper Co.\, Craic Sauce\, and Jay’s Wicked. Plus chef demos\, DIY pickles and chili garlands\, pepper popsicles\, and fun for all ages. Tickets and the full schedule of events at kitchengardenfarm.com/chilifest.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/kitchen-garden-farms-chilifest/
LOCATION:Mike’s Maze\, 23 South Main Street\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01375\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180908T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180904T185852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T190359Z
UID:28392-1536400800-1536413400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:An Ecological Approach to the Nursery and Greenhouse
DESCRIPTION:Nursery and greenhouse plant production can maximize ecological processes and practices. This technical yet informal workshop explores how growers can create a sustainable\, safe\, and successful operation by mimicking and building on natural systems.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/an-ecological-approach-to-the-nursery-and-greenhouse/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180724T165551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T165551Z
UID:28079-1536397200-1536422400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Bashista Orchards Craft & Vendor Fair
DESCRIPTION:Craft & Vendor Fair with over 40 craft/vendors\, plus food. Stop and smell the donuts and try a cider slushy. Stroll through the fruit trees while browsing. Balloon sculptor for the kids 11-1 and live music 1-3 pm. Pick your own apples is in full swing and will be available every day through September. No admission charge. Click here for more info.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/bashista-orchards-craft-vendor-fair/
LOCATION:Bashista Orchards\, 160 East Street\, Southampton\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180906T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180904T185145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T191021Z
UID:28390-1536256800-1536267600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Aquatic Plants of New England
DESCRIPTION:Aquatic habitats of the Northeast support a high diversity of plants. Learn how to identify local native and invasive aquatic plants through hands-on review of vegetative and floral characteristics. Discover the amazing adaptations plants have made to live in water. Two-part class; September 6th and 13th.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/introduction-to-aquatic-plants-of-new-england/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180820T151710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180820T151710Z
UID:28245-1535479200-1535486400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Fermenting\, Pickling and Cheesemaking
DESCRIPTION:Free ~ Suggested Donation $5 \nEnjoy tasty snacks! \nJoin avid permaculture gardener and fanatical food fermenter Danny Botkin (of Laughing Dog Farm in Gill) for a whirlwind primer on harnessing Nature’s own micro-flora to make and preserve raw goat’s cheese\, pickles\, kefir and more. \nQuestions email: nsagcommission@gmail.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/intro-to-fermenting-pickling-and-cheesemaking/
LOCATION:New Salem Library\, 23 South Main Street\, New Salem\, MA\, 01355
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180828T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180828T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180813T181826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T181826Z
UID:28217-1535472000-1535482800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Twilight Meeting: Reduced Tillage and Transplanters for Vegetable Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Event date/time: Tuesday\, August 28\, 2018 – 4:00pm to 7:00pm\n\n\nEvent location: Ward’s Berry Farm\n\n\n\n\nFeaturing: \n\nFarmer Jim Ward and his reduced till vegetable cropping systems\, which he has practiced for over 10 years with the help of an Unverferth Deep Zone Tiller\nDavidian Farm’s two-row Monosem vacuum precision planter mounted with Dawn Biologic roller crimpers (first ones in the state!)\nthe UMass Research Farm’s grain drill and roller crimper\nand Brookdale Fruit Farm’s new line of no-till transplanters from Checchi-Magli.\nThere will also be demonstrations on Soil Health with Maggie Payne\, Soil Scientist at NRCS.\n\nClick here to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XF8JQYD (link is external) \nClick here to request special accommodations for this event. \n\n\n\n\nContact’s name:\n\nKatie Campbell-Nelson\n\n\n\nContact’s phone:\n\n4135451051\n\n\n\nContact’s email:\n\nkcampbel@umass.edu (link sends e-mail)
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/twilight-meeting-reduced-tillage-and-transplanters-for-vegetable-farmers/
LOCATION:Wards Berry Farm\, 614 S. Main Street\, Sharon\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180405T144103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T144103Z
UID:27018-1535277600-1535295600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Seed Saving
DESCRIPTION:Seed saving brings tremendous benefits to the willing gardener. Learn how seeds develop\, stay dormant\, and germinate. This hands-on workshop covers harvesting\, cleaning\, and storing a wide spectrum of native seeds. Spend time in the field observing and collecting seeds\, then practice cleaning. Take your work home with you. Bring a lunch and dress appropriately for the field.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/seed-saving/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180820T163425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180820T163425Z
UID:28249-1535191200-1535202000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Floral Design Certificate Class
DESCRIPTION:5-class Session \nSat. August 25th – Sat. September Sept. 29 \nIn this 5 week intensive\, students will learn how to use a wide variety of techniques and materials to create their own gorgeous original arrangements. Perfect training for aspiring floral designers\, anyone wanting to pull off your own wedding or special event with skill and confidence\, or a gardener/artist just wanting to have fun. Topics covered will be table arrangements (foam\, frog\, and free form)\, boutonierres\, corsages\, weaving garlands\, wreaths\, and crowns\, and working with  exotic material. Also covered will be the business of professional floral design and growing cut flowers in the farm or garden. \nAll materials provided and each student will bring home their creations. All materials provided\, bring your favorite pair of shears. \nPre-registration required \nContact: (413) 625-9446 or lilianjackman@gmail.com \nCost $520: includes all materials
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/floral-design-certificate-class/
LOCATION:Wilder Hill Gardens\, 351 South Shirkshire Road\, Conway
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180820T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180723T194034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180723T194034Z
UID:28056-1534789800-1534797000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:3rd Hampshire Candidate Forum
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to join the candidates for a series of open discussion focusing on our region’s food insecurity and its underlying causes. This is your opportunity to ask questions of the candidates and learn how they intend to ensure everyone has access to healthy food. \n3rd Hampshire Candidates Forum\nMonday\, August 20\, 2018\n6:30-8:30 PM\nBangs Community Center\, 70 Boltwood Walk\, Amherst \nModerated by: Keith P. Barnicle\, District Representative for Congressman Jim McGovern \nCo-sponsored by CISA and The Food Bank of Western MA \nCandidates:\nMindy Domb for MA State Representative\, 3rd Hampshire District\, Amherst\nEric Nakajima\, Amherst\nSolomon Goldstein-Rose\, Amherst
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/3rd-hampshire-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:Bangs Community Center\, 4 Boltwood Walk\, Amherst
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180817T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180724T172234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T172234Z
UID:28087-1534525200-1534536000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Front Porch Jam at Simple Gifts Farm
DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends\, and your favorite instrument\, and hang with Simple Gifts Farm\, as they jam into the evening\, every third Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.  Local musicians will lead the jam. We’ll be serving up their own meats & seasonal grilled vegetables. BYOB! \nScheduled Jams: \nAug. 17: CSA member and fiddler\, Laura Quayle\, & Ted Soulos\, flautist and teacher at Wildwood Elementary\, will lead a Celtic style Jam. \nSept. 21 \nClick here for updates on upcoming jams
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/front-porch-jam-at-simple-gifts-farm/
LOCATION:Simple Gifts Farm\, 1089 North Pleasant St\, Amherst\, MA\, 01002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180703T180534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180703T180534Z
UID:27968-1534496400-1534507200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Nutrition's Role in Sustainable Livestock Production Practices
DESCRIPTION:A workshop series for agricultural service providers and farmers on nutrition and its direct link to the health and well-being of animals \nTopics: Pasture walk that shows pasture rotation to control/reduce parasite activity in sheep and goats\, discussion and demonstration of the fecal methods employed to test animals for parasitic activity\, FAMACHA scoring\, Body Condition Scoring goats
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nutritions-role-in-sustainable-livestock-production-practices/
LOCATION:UMass Amherst Hadley Farm\, 11 North Maple STreet\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180816T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180816T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180813T173827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180813T173827Z
UID:28215-1534435200-1534446000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:UMass Extension Vegetable Program Research Tour and Round Table
DESCRIPTION:Event date/time: Thursday\, August 16\, 2018 – 4:00pm to 7:00pm\n\n\nEvent location: UMass Crop and Animal Research and Education Farm\n\n\n\n\nThis event was originally scheduled for Tuesday 8/14 but has been postponed to Thursday\, August 16 due to rain. \nFeaturing presentations on the following research topics: \n\nCucurbit downy mildew resistance in cucumbers – Sue Scheufele\nPollinator protection in butternut squash – Sue Scheufele\nMulches for flea beetle control in brassicas – Sue Scheufele\nNatural predators of cabbage aphid – Sue Scheufele\nCorn genetics – Madelaine Bartlett\nOrganic fertilizer effect on yield\, soil nitrate leaching\, and nitrate content in lettuce varieties – Omid Zandvakili\nFusarium wilt of basil – Kelly Allen\nBee size and disease transmission – Lynn Adler\nState incentives for solar photovoltaic arrays on farms – Zara Dowling & River Strong\n\nResearch presentations will be followed by dinner and a roundtable discussion. \n1.5 pesticide credits are available for this event. \nClick here to register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X3JYR55 (link is external) \nClick here to request special accommodations for this event. \n\n\n\n\nContact’s name:\n\nGenevieve Higgins\n\n\n\nContact’s phone:\n\n413-577-3976\n\n\n\nContact’s email:\n\nghiggins@umass.edu (link sends e-mail)\n\n\n\n       
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/umass-extension-vegetable-program-research-tour-and-round-table/
LOCATION:UMass Crop & Livestock Research & Education Farm\, 89 River Rd\, South Deerfield\, MA\, 01373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180814T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180709T162751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180807T174857Z
UID:28000-1534271400-1534278600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Hampshire-Franklin-Worcester Senate Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to join the candidates for a series of open discussion focusing on our region’s food insecurity and its underlying causes. This is your opportunity to ask questions of the candidates and learn how they intend to ensure everyone has access to healthy food. \nHampshire-Franklin-Worcester Senate Candidates Forum \nTuesday\, August 14\, 2018\n6:30 – 8:30 PM\nShea Theater Arts Center\n71 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\nThis event is FREE to the public. \nCo-sponsored by The Food Bank of Western MA\, the Franklin County Resource Network Public Policy Task Force\, the League of Women Voters of Franklin County – MAL Unit\, and CISA\nModerated by: State Representative Paul Mark \nCandidates:\nJo Comerford for State Senate\, Northampton\nSteven Connor\, Northampton\nChelsea Sunday Kline candidate for State Senate\, Northampton\nRyan O’Donnell\, Northampton \n3 of 3 events in this series. More info: https://www.foodbankwma.org/candidate-forum-series-food-justice-health-equity/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/hampshire-franklin-worcester-senate-candidates-forum/
LOCATION:Shea Theater\, 71 Avenue A\, Turners Falls\, MA\, 01376\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180811T140000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180405T143910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T143910Z
UID:27016-1533981600-1533996000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Native Botanical Cyanotype Print Workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this hands-on workshop\, participants will explore the history and methodology of botanical cyanotype prints and create our own. Cyanotypes are an early photographic process using light-sensitive materials and sunlight to create unique and striking ‘blue prints’ or ‘sun prints.’ The process lends itself beautifully to the documentation of botanical specimens\, both scientifically and artistically.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/native-botanical-cyanotype-print-workshop/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180813
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180716T125510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T131545Z
UID:28025-1533945600-1534118399@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Annual Grow Show - You Grow it and We Show It
DESCRIPTION:Backyard gardeners are the celebrity growers at The Grow Show\, where their summer harvest and floral designs are spotlighted in this upbeat\, judged event featuring nearly 80 horticulture classes in divisions including annuals\, perennials\, biennials\, vegetables\, fruits and berries\, container grown plants and dish gardens\, among others. Interested in entering the Grow Show? Download pdfs and access online pre-registration forms on our web site. Free with Garden admission.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/the-annual-grow-show-you-grow-it-and-we-show-it/
LOCATION:Berkshire Botanical Garden\, 5 West Stockbridge Road\, Stockbridge\, MA 01262
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180809T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180606T212321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T212321Z
UID:27680-1533826800-1533837600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Food Safety on Farms Open to Visitors
DESCRIPTION:FSMA…GAPs…CAPS…OMG! Need help navigating the maze of food safety regulations? This workshop is for farms open to visitors that sell or serve food and agricultural service providers who support them. Learn which regulations matter for farms of all types and sizes\, and meet the experts you can call on when you have questions. A tour of Cedar Circle Farm’s food safety systems will demonstrate best practices for produce and prepared foods in the farmstand\, PYO fields\, kitchen\, and cafe. \nThis workshop is hosted by University of Vermont Extension\, the Vermont Farm to Plate Network\, and the Farm-Based Education Network in collaboration with NOFA-VT\, the Vermont Agency of Ag\, and the Vermont Farm Bureau. \nSchedule\n3:00 Food Safety Panel\n4:00 Tour of farm stand\, PYO\, cafe\, and kitchen.\n5:30 Legislative updates\, closing remarks and evaluation\n6:00 Refreshments from Cedar Circle Farm \nRegistration will open June 15 at http://go.uvm.edu/agritourism2017\nTo request a disability-related accommodation to participate in this program\, please contact Becky Bartlett at 802-257-7967 or 800-278-5480 by Thursday\, July 19\, 2018 so we may assist you.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/food-safety-on-farms-open-to-visitors/
LOCATION:Cedar Circle Farm\, 225 Pavillion Rd\, East Thetford\, MA\, 05043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180807T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180802T140211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180803T141043Z
UID:28142-1533661200-1533668400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Pollinator Habitat Conservation for Crop Producers
DESCRIPTION:Hampden Hampshire Conservation District invites area farmers to a Twilight Tour at Astarte Farm in Hadley as we discuss ‘Pollinator Habitat Conservation for Crop Producers’. Join Emily May\, a Xerces Society biologist\, as she speaks about mitigating pesticide risk to pollinators in crop systems; and certified organic producers Jim\, Dan and Annalise from Astarte as they share their success increasing Pollinator and beneficial insect habitat while we walk and talk while touring the farm. \nMichelle Cozine from NRCS will also be on hand to discuss the conservation practices installed at Astarte and the resource concerns they addressed\, including increasing crop yield and reducing pest management. This workshop is aimed at Western MA crop producers but all are welcome. Hope to see you there! \nRSVP to Hampden Hampshire Conservation District at 413trees@gmail.com or 413-923-3238. This event is sponsored by the Hampden Hampshire Conservation District which provides technical assistance to landowners for conservation planning and financial assistance through the USDA NRCS.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/pollinator-habitat-conservation-for-crop-producers/
LOCATION:Astarte Farm\, 123 West Street\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180807T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180807T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180716T134220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180716T134220Z
UID:28029-1533619800-1533670200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Film Screening: Forgotten Farms
DESCRIPTION:Forgotten Farms screening at the Brattle Theater in Cambridge \nNew England has lost over 10\,000 dairy farms in the past 50 years; fewer than 2\,000 farms remain. Collectively\, they tend 1.2 million acres of farmland and produce almost all of the milk consumed in New England. In our enthusiasm for the new food movement\, we often overlook the farmers at the foundation of the regional agricultural economy. Only 100 years ago\, New England produced most of its own food on 16 million acres of farmland. Climate change will demand that more of our food is grown closer to where we live. As we strive to revive local production\, we have much to learn from dairy farmers who have been managing most of the farmland and sustaining the farm economy all along. Through conversations with farmers and policy experts\, the film reconsiders the role of these vital but forgotten farmers. \nForgotten Farms gives us a glimpse into the past and a vision for a future regional food system. The documentary shows the cultural divide between the new food movement and traditional farming\, highlighting the need to examine differences\, develop mutual understanding\, and find common ground. A truly sustainable local food system that benefits everyone will rely on all of our farmers. \nFind more info about this screening here
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/film-screening-forgotten-farms/
LOCATION:The Brattle Theater\, 40 Brattle Street\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02138\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180726T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180726T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20171023T161521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180717T134825Z
UID:25502-1532626200-1532631600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Springfield Food Policy Council Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Dinner will be served and families are welcome! \nLearn about the root causes of food insecurity and hunger and what the Food Policy Council and other community organizations are doing to make healthy\, local food more available\, including their youth nutrition efforts\, ways to increase SNAP benefits through HIP\, and community and school gardens \nPlease RSVP to (413) 244-5859 or email springfieldfoodpolicycouncil@gmail.com to ensure they have enough food.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/national-food-day-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Brightwood Branch\, 359 Plainfield St.\, Springfield
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180725T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180725T203000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180709T160417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T160417Z
UID:27998-1532543400-1532550600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:1st Hampshire Candidates Forum
DESCRIPTION:The community is invited to join the candidates for a series of open discussion focusing on our region’s food insecurity and its underlying causes. This is your opportunity to ask questions of the candidates and learn how they intend to ensure everyone has access to healthy food. \n1st Hampshire Candidates Forum \nWednesday\, July 25\, 2018\n6:30 – 8:30 PM\nThe Deuce (World War II Club)\n50 Conz St\, Northampton\, MA\nThis event is FREE to the public. \nSponsored by The Food Bank of Western MA and CISA\nModerated by: Christina Maxwell\, Director of Programs at The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts \nCandidates:\nLindsay Sabadosa for State Representative\, 1st Hampshire\nDiana Szynal for State Representative\, 1st Hampshire District \n2 of 3 in this series. More info: https://www.foodbankwma.org/candidate-forum-series-food-justice-health-equity/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/1st-hampshire-candidates-forum/
LOCATION:World War II Club\, 50 Conz Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180724T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180625T194124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180625T194124Z
UID:27934-1532455200-1532458800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Quickbooks for Farmers (Session 3)
DESCRIPTION:The Farmer’s Office is offering a 3-part webinar series of Quickbooks for Farmers.  \nQuickBooks is a powerful tool that goes way beyond just tracking income and expenses for taxes; it can help you manage cash\, understand how to increase profits\, and plan for growth. In this series of live webinars\, we will cover: \nSession 3\, Tuesday\, July 24: \n\nRunning reports that help you understand your profitability and manage cash flow\n\nFind more info here. 
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-quickbooks-for-farmers-session-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180717T155222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180717T155836Z
UID:28042-1532170800-1532199600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Barstow's Burger Fest
DESCRIPTION:Burger Fest is the biggest event on the farm! 2018 marks the 10 Year Anniversary of Barstow’s Dairy Store and Bakery so you can count on a big celebration this July! Burger Fest is one of the few days that they sell their Barstow’s Farm Raised Beef burgers made to order. They will be grilling up burgers served with local cut potato french fries.  See Burger Fest Menu here. \nBurgers are served 11am-7pm with fun activities between noon and 3pm. \nJoin for live music\, scenic views\, and local flavor on the porch. Free wagon ride farm tours run noon-3pm.  Your opportunity to see a working\, innovative dairy farm: their anaerobic digester\, robotic milkers\, and their happy herd! \nThere will be activities for kids\, games for adults\, door prizes\, and a great lunch on your local dairy farm! Please feel welcome to bring your own adult beverages and consume responsibly. Also\, (safe) lawn games are welcome! This event is kid friendly\, family friendly\, and downright friendly! Tell everyone! Rain or shine! \nDon’t forget to tell them you’re coming on Facebook! \nEvent Schedule:\n11am-7pm | Burgers served\n11am-7pm | Door prizes\n12pm-2pm | The Cat’s Other Pajamas Band on the porch\n12pm-3pm| Free Farm Tours\n12pm-3pm | Activities for kids\n2:30-4:30 | Jazz music by Kevin Jones on the porch\n5pm-7pm | The Mark Snow Band on the porch\nAll day | BYOB
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/barstows-burger-fest/
LOCATION:Barstow’s Longview Farm\, 172 Hockanum Road\, Hadley
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T213935
CREATED:20180705T150420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180705T150420Z
UID:27976-1532167200-1532174400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Horse-Powered Farming in the Hilltowns at Sawyer Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join Hilltown Land Trust at Sawyer Farm in Worthington to learn how and why this family farm uses horses instead of tractors to plow and work their fields\, and how they came to choose sustainable\, organic farming practices to produce vegetables and meat for the local community. The event will include a talk by the farmers with a Q&A\, a visit to the farmstand\, and a demonstration of the horses in action! This event is suitable for adults and children ages 5 and older. \nSawyer Farm is an organic\, horse-powered\, family farm in Worthington. Established in 2010 by Lincoln Fishman and Hilary Costa\, Sawyer Farm grows produce and raises animals in a sustainable\, eco-friendly manner. Their farm store is open daily\, all year long\, selling produce\, meat\, cheese\, honey\, art\, and other products from their farm and other local farms. \nSliding-scale suggested donation: $5-20 (proceeds from this event will be split between Hilltown Land Trust and Sawyer Farm). \nRSVPs appreciated: email Katie or call (413) 628-4485 ext 4.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/horse-powered-farming-in-the-hilltowns-at-sawyer-farm/
LOCATION:Sawyer Farm\, 19 Sawyer Road\, Worthington\, MA\, 01098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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