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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180530T190000
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SUMMARY:Marketing Webinar Series: Use Market Research to Guide Farm Business Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Marketing can help you decide what to grow or produce\, choose where and how you want to sell it\, differentiate yourself from other farmers\, and make effective use of social media and other marketing tools. Learn the basics to doing your own marketing or supervising someone else. This series of 4 webinars is designed as a complete marketing class\, but you can register for 1 or all 4. \nFind more info and register here \nWebinar 1: Use Market Research to Guide Farm Business Decisions \nIf you want to grow your business\, you need to sell more to your existing customers\, sell to new customers\, and/or expand the number of products or services you offer. Market research can help you generate new ideas and choose the best options. This session will show you how to use basic market research to assess market trends\, understand your current or potential customers\, and decide what products\, prices and channels make sense for your farm. \nAbout the Instructor: \nMyrna Greenfield\, founder and “Top Egg” at Good Egg Marketing\, provides expert marketing for good food and good causes. Good Egg helps businesses increase sales and build customer loyalty through brand development\, sales and marketing strategies\, websites\, and social media. Greenfield is a frequent speaker\, trainer and workshop presenter. She holds an MBA from the Simmons School of Management and lives in Boston\, Massachusetts.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/marketing-webinar-series-use-market-research-to-guide-farm-business-decisions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180530T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180423T144333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180423T144333Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Develop a Forage Chain for Your Livestock
DESCRIPTION:Make the most of your livestock operation by sequencing a combination of annual\, perennial\, and stored forages to feed your ruminant animals. \nKent Solberg\, Grazing and Livestock Specialist with the Sustainable Farming Association\, will discuss options for building a forage chain. Join us to learn how a well-designed forage chain can offer multiple benefits to your farm – including extending the grazing season and reducing feed costs. Come with your questions! \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-develop-a-forage-chain-for-your-livestock/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180529T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180529T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180430T160413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180508T162118Z
UID:27322-1527609600-1527620400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CISA Workshop & Tour: Bringing Visitors to Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Glendale Ridge Vineyard for an early evening farm tour to learn about resources\, ideas\, and need-to-know information for engaging the public on your farm. We will discuss the many ways that farms can provide education\, experiences\, and products\, and how to assess if an agri-tourism enterprise is the right direction for your farm – PLUS get to know how Glendale Ridge engages the public with summer music series\, events\, and tastings. Cost is $5 and includes food. Children are welcome! \nLocation: Glendale Ridge Vineyard & Winery\, 155 Glendale Road\, Southampton\nPresenter: Lisa Chase\, University of Vermont Extension/Director of Vermont Tourism Research Center and Mary and Ed Hamel of Glendale Ridge Vineyard & Winery. \n\nRSVP to: Stevie Schafenacker via email or at (413) 665-7100\, ext. 27 OR RSVP online below. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegister for Workshop\n\n\nMay 29: Bringing Visitors to Farm $5.00 USD\n\n\nEnter name(s) of attendees:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFunding for this event is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture/Agricultural Marketing Service through grant 16FMPPMA0002\, and by individual contributors and Local Hero members. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cisa-workshop-tour-bringing-visitors-to-your-farm/
LOCATION:Glendale Ridge Vineyard and Winery\, 155 Glendale Road\, Southampton\, MA
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180518T172740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180518T172740Z
UID:27552-1527598800-1527613200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Intro to BFRDP Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:Join New Entry Sustainable Farming Project to learn more about the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. They’ll review a general overview of the program\, application information\, and implications of the upcoming Farm Bill re-authorization. Presented by Allison Goin\, Strategic Development & Program Design Consultant; Jan Perez\, Social Science Research and Education Specialist at the Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems (CASFS) at the University of California Santa Cruz; and Juli Obudzinski\, Deputy Policy Director at National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition \nFind more info and register here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-intro-to-bfrdp-grant-program/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180528
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180427T152657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180427T152657Z
UID:27289-1527292800-1527465599@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:44th Annual Sheep and Woolcraft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Fiber and woolcraft vendors\, sheep shearing demonstrations\, sheep dog trials\, fiber and woolcraft workshops for adults and children\, sheep shows\, fleece show and sale\, and food booths.  9 a.m. – 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.  For more information and map\, go to www.MASHEEPWOOL.org
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/44th-annual-sheep-and-woolcraft-fair/
LOCATION:Cummington Fairgrounds\, 97 Fairgrounds Road\, Cummington\, MA\, 01026\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180519T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180329T153504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T154026Z
UID:26963-1526724000-1526745600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Nuestras Raíces Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Nuestras Raíces Plant Sale on May 19th! \nNuestras Raíces will have various plants to sale to you. You can also PRE-ORDER YOUR PLANTS. Contact:\nMargot Wise\n(413)531-2767\nmwise@nuestras-raices.org\n329 Main St. Holyoke MA. 01040 (Main Offices)\n24 Jones Ferry Rd. Holyoke\, MA. 01040 (The Farm) \nPrices:\n6-Packs $4.00\n3″ Pots $2.00 \nBulk Deals:\n8 6-Packs $30.00\n16 Pots $30.00 \nThey will have for sale:\nGreen Basil\, Green Beans\, Broccoli\, Cilantro\, Cucumber\, Corn Sweet\, Black & Violet Eggplant\, Cosmo / Marigold / Sunflowers Zinnias Flowers\, PR Gandules\, Lettuce\, Mint\, Italian Oregano\, Ají Dulce (Sweet Pepper)\, Bell Pepper\, Flavor burst Pepper\, Hot Peppers\, Tomatoes\, Cherry Tomatoes\, Tomatillos\, Watermelon\, Winter Squash PR Calabaza\, Butternut Winter Squash\, Zucchini
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/nuestras-raices-plant-sale-2/
LOCATION:Nuestras Raices\, 329 Main Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180517T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180517T140015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180517T140015Z
UID:27538-1526544000-1526576400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Opening Celebration of GTC's New Farm Stand
DESCRIPTION:Come join in the housewarming of a new community space! \nThe Farm Stand will be a lively new space to buy fresh produce grown just outside its doors at the Walnut Street Farm\, as well as produce from local farms. It will also be a space for GTC Eats! Farm Share pick-ups\, cooking workshops\, and so much more. \nThe celebration on June 2nd will take place at the Walnut Street Farm\, 200 Walnut Street in Springfield from 10 am to 12 pm. Festivities with food will begin at 10\, followed by a brief program at 10:30\, farm tours\, children’s activities and blueberry bush planting. Community members are invited to stay from 12 pm to 2 pm to help with farm projects. \nStarting in June\, Farm Stand hours will be:\nWednesday: 11 am to 7 pm\nThursday: 11 am to 7 pm\nSaturday: 10 am to 5 pm \nLearn more at www.gtcspringfield.org or contact us at 413-693-5340
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/opening-celebration-of-gtcs-new-farm-stand/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180430T181357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T181357Z
UID:27339-1526407200-1526414400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Have you thought about the future of your land?
DESCRIPTION:At this informational workshop\, you will learn about resources for:  \n\nFarm succession\nForestry management\nLand conservation\nFinancial planning\nEstate planning\nLeasing to a farmer\n\nFREE light dinner and refreshments from Diemand Farm will be served. \nPlease RSVP to Kat Kowalski at (978) 248-2055 x29 or Kowalski@mountgrace.org. \nUnable to attend? Call to schedule a free meeting with Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust to talk about your goals for your land: 978-248-2055 x22.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/have-you-thought-about-the-future-of-your-land-2/
LOCATION:Swift River School\, 201 Wendell Road\, New Salem\, MA\, 01355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180423T144045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180423T144045Z
UID:27234-1526400000-1526403600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: The Nutritional Benefits of Pasture-Raised Animals
DESCRIPTION:Are you a farmer who raises your animals on pasture? Or perhaps you are a consumer who buys humanely-raised meat\, milk\, and eggs. This is the webinar for you! Join us to learn more about the nutritional benefits that come from raising food animals on grass. \nOur presenter\, Collette Lentz\, MS\, will discuss the nutritional advantages and the associated human health benefits of pasture-raised versus conventionally-raised animals. The superior nutritional content of pastured animal products provides a new perspective and justification for supporting humane farming. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-the-nutritional-benefits-of-pasture-raised-animals/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180512T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180413T143228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180413T143228Z
UID:27109-1526115600-1526130000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Gardening the Community Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:It’s almost planting season! GTC will have a beautiful variety of plants at their annual Plant Sale & Gardeners Gathering. They will also have beautiful flower baskets ready for Mother’s Day! \nIf you would like to order your plants in advance\, click here to place your order on their new online store! \nGTC will have all your favorites along with these new items:  Green Beans\, Calabaza Squash\, Corn\, Dancer Eggplant (light purple in color)\, Ghost Peppers (super hot!)\, Green Zebra Tomatoes (delicious heirloom)\, Indigo Drop Cherry Tomatoes (sweet and loaded with antioxidants)\, Citronella\, Chamomile\, and Sunflowers) \nPLANT ORDERS ARE DUE BY APRIL 27!!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/gardening-the-community-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Gardening the Community\, 200 Walnut Street\, Springfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180329T182059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180329T182059Z
UID:26973-1526036400-1526054400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Northfield Mount Hermon Food Systems Teach-In and Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, May 11\, 2018\, Northfield Mount Hermon will host local food and agriculture experts in a day of connecting\, teaching\, and selling their products. \nThe school’s classes focus on various aspects of the local food system to engage students in the effort of becoming responsible citizens through their food choices. In the afternoon\, the local community is invited to campus to shop and learn at a farmers’ market and associated workshops. NMH’s goal: to build educational connections between youth and adults and between the food producers and consumers of the Pioneer Valley. \n11 am – 4 pm Open to alumni\, parents\, and the NMH community\n2 pm – 4 pm Open to the public \nAt the market in Beveridge Bowl: \n\nNMH and locally produced farm goods and gifts are for sale\, including fresh eggs\, cheeses\, maple syrup\, and bath products\nLocal farmers\, foresters\, and sustainability specialists hand out information and talk with visitors\nExperts discuss ways that the school and others can be greener\nNMH’s own furry and feathered farm animals are brought out for the public to pet and to study.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/northfield-mount-hermon-food-systems-teach-in-and-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Northfield Mount Hermon\, 1 Lamplighter Way\, Gill\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180510T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180510T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180131T233759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180131T233854Z
UID:26545-1525973400-1525984200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm Share Fair 2018
DESCRIPTION:Do you love local\, fresh food?  Maybe you’ve been thinking about joining a CSA – a Farm Share? A Farm Share program allows you to receive a fabulous box of great stuff every week direct from a Massachusetts farm. Check out the Farm Share Fair at The Armory in Somerville on May 10th and meet the fantastic farmers and home delivery companies from across this state\, which bring local produce to the Boston area. Compare and learn about all the various options: veggies\, fruit\, flowers\, meat\, fish eggs\, dairy\, and specialty products.  Over 40 vendors will be at the fair\, including some wonderful sustainable food product companies and service providers. Spend your food dollars on locally grown\, and sign up at the Farm Share Fair! \nSponsored by:  Farm Share Fair\nThursday\, May 10th\n5:30-8:30 pm\nThe Armory\n191 Highland Avenue\nSomerville\, MA\nwww.farmsharefair.com \nQuestions? maria@farmsharefair.com \nWe’re social!\nFacebook: www.facebook.com/FarmShareFair\nTwitter: @FarmShareFair\nInstagram: @FarmShareFair
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-share-fair-2018/
LOCATION:The Armory\, 191 Highland Ave\, Somerville\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180506T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180405T143410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T143410Z
UID:27010-1525600800-1525608000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Container Gardening with Native Perennials at Nasami Farm
DESCRIPTION:Kick those petunias to the curb and create a show-stopping container garden using native plants! Become familiar with the species that thrive in containers and discover how to combine them. Learn about containers\, soil mechanics\, fertilizers\, and proper care. Bring your own container and get creative. Plants are available for purchase\, and potting soil is provided.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/container-gardening-with-native-perennials-at-nasami-farm/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180423T143134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180423T143333Z
UID:27229-1525514400-1525528800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Eating & Meal Prep
DESCRIPTION:FoodLove! has joined forces with the wonderful Lotus & Hawk Holistic Center to offer you a new workshop\, their most robust yet! \nMindful Eating & Meal Prep: an exploration & practice workshop \nSaturday\, May 5\n10am – 2pm \nLotus & Hawk Holistic Center\nChicopee\, MA \n$65 includes all materials\, demonstration\, and a vegetarian lunch. \nCome de-stress\, find your creative side\, and learn how mindfulness can help you chose and prepare some delicious\, healthy meals while you enjoy a few hours in support of your good health. \nHere are the major topics participants will explore together: \n\nMindfulness\, where it came from\, what it is and why it is so important and relevant to our lives\nEffects of mindfulness vs. mindlessness in our lives\, and how we so easily succumb to checking out\nCommon mindfulness practices you can benefit from right now\nMindful eating\, what it is\, and how we begin to practice it in our daily lives\nPractice eating in a truly mindful way by enjoying a healthy\, delicious vegetarian lunch together\nMindful meal prep\, getting comfortable with your food\, and learning how to cook healthy\, whole foods in a simple\, adaptable way\n\nThe topics you’ll be exploring will bring quality and serenity to your experience of feeding yourself and your family\, and you’ll leave with new skills you can put into practice immediately. \nTO REGISTER: You must email lotusandhawk@gmail.com. Please mention any food allergies in your email. Thank you!
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mindful-eating-meal-prep/
LOCATION:Lotus & Hawk Holistic Center\, 665 Prospect Street\, Suite 5\, Chicopee\, MA\, 01020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180505T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180405T143309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T143309Z
UID:27008-1525512600-1525521600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Wildflowers of New England at Nasami Farm
DESCRIPTION:New to the world of native plants? There’s no better way to study the region’s flora than in the field. In this class\, participants will learn how to identify New England’s native plants by studying their habitats at Garden in the Woods. The class will examine the family characteristics\, growth patterns\, and key identification features of flowers\, leaves\, and stems. Bring a hand lens and Wildflowers of New England.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/wildflowers-of-new-england-at-nasami-farm/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180502T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180502T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180423T143808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180423T143808Z
UID:27232-1525266000-1525269600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Land Access Basics for Livestock Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Overwhelmed by the challenges of accessing farmland? Don’t be. Whether you are a new\, beginning or established farmer\, this webinar will help you navigate the issues around accessing farmland or a farm property. Jason Silverman with Land For Good will discuss land tenure arrangements\, including leasing and owning\, as well as provide tips for finding and evaluating land. Come with your questions! \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/webinar-land-access-basics-for-livestock-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180430T181200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180430T181200Z
UID:27335-1525111200-1525118400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Have you thought about the future of your land?
DESCRIPTION:At this informational workshop\, you will learn about resources for:  \n\nFarm succession\nForestry management\nLand conservation\nFinancial planning\nEstate planning\nLeasing to a farmer\n\nFREE light dinner and refreshments from Diemand Farm will be served. \nPlease RSVP to Kat Kowalski at (978) 248-2055 x29 or Kowalski@mountgrace.org. \nUnable to attend? Call to schedule a free meeting with Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust to talk about your goals for your land: 978-248-2055 x22.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/have-you-thought-about-the-future-of-your-land/
LOCATION:Erving Senior Center\, 1 Care Drive\, Erving\, MA\, 01344\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180430T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180430T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180418T155622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180418T155811Z
UID:27209-1525100400-1525109400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Farm to School Sales: Are They Right for Your Business?
DESCRIPTION:Join CISA and MA Farm to School for School Food 101 introduction! Come learn what makes K-12 school meal programs distinct from other food service programs\, how to cater to school meal providers\, and how to troubleshoot potential barriers. We’ll discuss some of the unique benefits and opportunities of partnering with schools.  Representatives from schools and farms selling to them will join the conversation so you can hear directly from them about how it works. Farmers and school representatives will get to meet and network as well. \nPresentation: 3:00-4:30pm Open to All Farmers\nNetworking: 4:30-5:30pm Farmers and School Purchasers \nRSVP to Aja@buylocalfood.org or call 413-665-7100 by April 27th. Light refreshments provided.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/farm-to-school-sales-are-they-right-for-your-business/
LOCATION:The Food Bank of Western MA\, 97 North Hatfield Road\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Farmer Events,CISA Workshops for Businesses
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180429T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180405T144407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T144430Z
UID:27020-1524996000-1525006800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Propagating Native Plants from Seed: Part 2: Seedling Germination and Establishment
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about propagating native plants from seed in this two-part\, hands-on workshop. Take one or both sections of the workshop. Participants will focus on practical methods for propagating on a small scale. Appropriate for the beginner and more experienced propagator. \nApril 29: Part 2: Seedling Germination and Establishment—Learn the science behind successful seed starting and practice transplanting. Take home your work. \nComing Fall 2018: Part 1: Seed Dormancy and Sowing Techniques—Explore seed biology and practice sowing seed. Take home your work.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/27020/
LOCATION:Nasami Farm Nursery\, 128 North Street\, Whately\, MA\, 01093
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180412T195538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180412T200540Z
UID:27100-1524571200-1524574800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:The Farmer's Office Live Webinar: Managing Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION:You’ll never have to worry about cash in the bank with proper cash flow management. In this webinar\, participants will review how to create monthly cash flow projections and how to manage day-to-day cash flows. First\, you will work through creating a yearly cash flow projection using historical data to lay-out cash needs on a monthly basis\, then discuss how to manage cash on a weekly basis and prevent accidentally bouncing a check. \nParticipants will be able to ask questions during the webinar. At the end of the session\, you will receive a dynamic cash flow excel template that will help you with your own projections. \nRegister here \n*This webinar is available for free to all Premium and Soft Launch members of The Farmer’s Office. Learn more about memberships
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/27100/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180419T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180419T143000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180328T213213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180328T213213Z
UID:26954-1524130200-1524148200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Customer Behavior at Farmers Markets to Improve Farm Sales
DESCRIPTION:Please join NOFA/VT as they welcome the folks from GrowNYC’s FARMroots and Greenmarket Programs for this unique workshop for both farmers and farmers market managers. The workshop will start with both audiences together learning about GrowNYC’s Customer Behavior at Farmers Markets Study. After lunch\, the two audiences will break apart\, with the farmer audience diving into FARMroots’ research and presentation about ways to use POS systems\, and the market manager audience learning how to measure customer behavior at their market and exploring how to use this information to support their market’s vendors. \nFind more info and register here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/understanding-customer-behavior-at-farmers-markets-to-improve-farm-sales/
LOCATION:Lake Morey Resort\, 1 Clubhouse Road\, Fairlee\, VT\, 05045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180416
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180421
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180302T171201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180302T171201Z
UID:26746-1523836800-1524268799@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Little Brook Farm April Vacation Farm Camp
DESCRIPTION:This camp is held during school vacation week. 9 am – 3pm \nThis week is special due to the young age of all the animals. The ewes have finished lambing and the goats are kidding. We often have new baby chicks or turkey poults. We always have some other special activities planned for this week. Please visit our website for more info. www.littlebrookfarm.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/little-brook-farm-april-vacation-farm-camp/
LOCATION:Little Brook Farm\, 334 Russell Street\, Sunderland\, MA\, 01345\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180405T151417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180405T151558Z
UID:27026-1523700000-1523710800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mass AGgie Seminar: Pollinator Biology and Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Pollinators have received a lot of attention in recent years\, mostly because of the decline in honey bee populations due to colony collapse disorder. Native pollinators are important cousins of honey bees and are in need of help\, too. Come learn about the many types of pollinators present in our region and how to protect and encourage them in your landscape. \nFee: $35. To register\, go to: UMassGarden.com or mail a check payable to: Mass Aggie Seminars. Attn: Doreen York\, UMass\, 101 French Hall\, Amherst\, MA 1003-9294 \nSponsored by: Nourse Farms and OESCO\, Inc. \nTo view the entire Mass Aggie series\, go to: UMassGarden.com
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mass-aggie-seminar-pollinator-biology-and-conservation/
LOCATION:French Hall\, UMass\, Amherst\, MA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180412T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180412T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20160225T193710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T200425Z
UID:18354-1523556000-1523565000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:CISA Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:CISA supporters and members\, you are invited to our Annual Meeting at the Garden House at Look Park! \nJoin with the CISA community to celebrate CISA’s 25th anniversary\, honor this year’s Local Hero awardees\, and participate in a vibrant discussion about our local food economy with CISA staff\, board\, and your community! \nDinner will be provided\, with catering from River Valley Co-op! \nThis event is free\, and seating is limited to 175 people. RSVP to save a seat. Call 413-665-7100 or e-mail Jennifer.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/cisa-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Garden House at Look Park\, Northampton
CATEGORIES:CISA Events,Community Events,Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180410T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180207T220737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180207T220822Z
UID:26577-1523383200-1523394000@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Workshop: Building Online Engagement to Market Your Farm
DESCRIPTION:Marketing can help you decide what to grow or produce\, choose where and how you want to sell it\, differentiate yourself from other farmers\, and make effective use of social media and other marketing tools. Learn the basics to doing your own direct marketing or supervising someone else. This series of 4 workshops is designed as a complete direct marketing class\, but you can register for as many as you like. Sessions will include guest speakers\, handouts\, discussions and in-class exercises. \nSession 4: Building Online Engagement to Market Your Farm (4/10/2018) \nWebsites\, social media\, email\, and other types of digital marketing are great tools\, but they can also be a huge waste of time. This session will cover basic dos and don’ts of websites\, tips for getting found on the web through search engine optimization and online directories\, and making the most of email and social media marketing. Participants will receive and learn to use a worksheet to help you create an online marketing planning calendar. A guest farmer will share their tips about using social media to build customer loyalty. \nGuest Speaker: Maddie Elling\, Co-Owner\, Hosta Hill \nFind more info and register here \nInstructors: \nMyrna Greenfield\, founder and “Top Egg” at Good Egg Marketing\, provides expert marketing for good food and good causes. Good Egg helps businesses increase sales and build customer loyalty through brand development\, sales and marketing strategies\, websites\, and social media. Greenfield is a frequent speaker\, trainer and workshop presenter. She holds an MBA from the Simmons School of Management and lives in Boston\, Massachusetts. \nJustin Chase\, Farmer Training Program Manager at New Entry Sustainable Farming Project. Justin is also a twelfth-generation farmer on his family’s farm in Newburyport\, Massachusetts. He was faculty at Northern Essex Community College where he taught business and advanced mathematics and he holds an MBA from Bentley University. \nFunding for this Direct Market Education series was made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service through Grant Agreement No. 16FMPPMA0047. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/26577/
LOCATION:The Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine\, 200 Westboro Road\, North Grafton\, MA 
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180409T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180409T154500
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180320T135327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180320T135327Z
UID:26879-1523279700-1523288700@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Respirator Train-the-Trainer Course for Farmers\, Beekeepers\, and Other Employees who Need to Use Respirators
DESCRIPTION:UMass Extension is offering a series of Respirator Train-the-Trainer workshops in 2018. Farmers\, beekeepers and others who need to wear respirators\, required by pesticide labels\, can benefit from the workshop. Participants will learn how the fit test a respirator and select\, use\, clean\, maintain and replace respirators. All handlers must be trained under the EPA Worker Protection Standard (WPS) Respirator Requirement if they apply any pesticide that requires a respirator. Several organic approved (OMRI) pesticides and some miticides used by beekeepers require respirators. The respirator train-the-trainer workshops are 2 hours long and will be held in Marlboro\, Taunton\, Hadley\, and Marlborough.  The registration fee is $30.00 per person. Participants will received a Certificate of Attendance\, a check list for respirator training\, and a fit test protocol. This is an hands on workshop. Bring your respirator or use one of ours. To register for these workshop via the mail please click here for the registration form. To register online with a credit card (extra $5.00/person) see below. \nWhen: Monday\, April 9\, 2018 from 1:15 PM to 3:45 PM\nWhere: Hadley Farms Meeting House\, 41 Russell Street\, Hampton Village Barn Shops on Route 9\, Hadley\, MA 01035\nREGISTER HERE: https://www.regonline.com/registration/Checkin.aspx?EventID=2267207
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/respirator-train-the-trainer-course-for-farmers-beekeepers-and-other-employees-who-need-to-use-respirators/
LOCATION:Hadley Farms Meeting House\, 41 Russell Street\, Hadley\, MA\, 01035
CATEGORIES:Farmer Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180407T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180328T163405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180328T163405Z
UID:26939-1523095200-1523109600@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Mindful Eating & Meal Prep: An Exploration & Practice Workshop
DESCRIPTION:With Tonianne of FoodLove! \n$65 includes all materials\, demonstration\, and a vegetarian lunch \nCome de-stress\, find your creative side\, and learn how mindfulness can help you chose and prepare some delicious\, healthy meals while you enjoy a few hours in support of your good health. \nHere are the major topics we’ll explore together: \n\nMindfulness\, where it came from\, what it is and why it is so important and relevant to our lives\nEffects of mindfulness vs. mindlessness in our lives\, and how we so easily succumb to checking out\nCommon mindfulness practices you can benefit from right now\nMindful eating\, what it is\, and how we begin to practice it in our daily lives\nPractice eating in a truly mindful way by enjoying a healthy\, delicious vegetarian lunch together\nMindful meal prep\, getting comfortable with your food\, and learning how to cook healthy\, whole foods in a simple\, adaptable way\n\nThe topics we’ll be exploring will bring quality and serenity to your experience of feeding yourself and your family. What I share in this workshop is so dear to me and I am thrilled to have the chance to share it with all of you. Please join me for this very special experience. \nYou can pre-register here by selecting “going” or by emailing Lotus & Hawk here \, or calling Kim at (413) 374-6929. Visit Lotus & Hawk on Facebook here.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/mindful-eating-meal-prep-an-exploration-practice-workshop/
LOCATION:Lotus & Hawk Holistic Center\, 665 Prospect Street\, Suite 5\, Chicopee\, MA\, 01020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180407T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180407T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180228T200328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180228T200328Z
UID:26719-1523091600-1523116800@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:2018 PVGrows Forum
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will dig deep on the urgent and timely topics of immigration\, food access\, and land access through a series of speakers and discussions. Join the PVGrows Network to learn from local and regional efforts and craft strategies for action. \nKeynote speakers from Vermont’s Migrant Justice will discuss their work\, which builds the voice\, capacity\, and power of the farmworker community. Migrant Justice’s Milk with Dignity Campaign calls on corporations to take responsibility for the farm worker rights abuses in their supply chains. Launched in 2014\, the Milk with Dignity Campaign achieved a major success after years of effort when Ben and Jerry’s signed the first Milk with Dignity agreement in 2017. Learn more about Migrant Justice’s work at: migrantjustice.net \nIn addition to their keynote address\, Migrant Justice will join a workshop with local workers\, advocates and PVGrows participants to discuss approaches to supporting food system workers in the Pioneer Valley during this time of heightened stress and fear for foreign-born residents. \nThe PVGrows Forum will also feature a workshop and discussion on food access\, with an emphasis on community responses to the suspension of the Healthy Incentives Program and the threats to SNAP in the Farm Bill reauthorization process. A third workshop will address the challenges of land access for urban\, rural\, and immigrant farmers\, recognizing the long history of enslavement and racial discrimination that created and maintain patterns of land and wealth ownership. \nRegister today to join this conversation about challenges facing the local food system\, to broaden and deepen your relationships with others in the field\, and to identify ways to take collaborative action for a more just\, equitable food system. \nNote: We want the PVGrows Forum to be accessible to everyone regardless of financial standing or institutional support. For this reason\, there are six different fee level options\, ranging from FREE to $75. These options exist to give attendees the opportunity to select a fee level that fits within their budget. Attendees will not receive additional benefits for paying a higher fee. \nLive Spanish language interpretation services will be available. To register for the Forum in Spanish\, please call CISA at (413) 665-7100 and ask for Mia.  \nRegister for the 2018 PVGrows Forum\n\nIf you registered for the Forum in December: \nIf you registered for the 2018 PVGrows Forum before the December postponement\, you have been automatically registered for the new date. If you will not be attending the April 7th Forum\, we will be happy to issue a full refund. Contact Noah for more information. Thank you. \n\nThe Forum\nPVGrows is a collaborative network dedicated to enhancing the environmental and economic vitality of the Pioneer Valley food system. For years\, PVGrows Forums have provided our community valuable opportunities to make new connections\, adopt fresh perspectives\, and expand our capacity to work together. Our network is made up of professionals\, workers\, advocates\, and students from the fields of agriculture\, food justice\, public health\, community development\, local economic development\, environmental sustainability\, social justice\, and more. Our events are open to all! \nPVGrows Forums bring together food system stakeholders and participants to spend a day deeply exploring the Pioneer Valley food system. Our events are open to all. The 2018 PVGrows Forum is made possible by a volunteer planning committee\, our sponsors\, and CISA (Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture). Learn more about PVGrows Forums. Contact Noah with questions.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/2018-pvgrows-forum/
LOCATION:Gateway City Arts\, 92 Race Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Farmer Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180405T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180326T200228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T200228Z
UID:26915-1522953000-1522958400@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Your Woods and the Values of Trees
DESCRIPTION:Your woods are important to you\, to your community\, and to the environment. Collectively\, the forests of Massachusetts provide us with many benefits\, including purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink\, space for wildlife and people to roam\, wood to build and heat our homes\, plus a beautiful backdrop as we drive along the region’s roads. The woods are a vital part of our quality of life. \nJoin with your neighbors to discuss: \n\nstrategies to keep woods as woods for the long-term\npotential cash from a timber sale\, and challenges too\ndiscuss changes after a tree cutting\, how the land looks and\nimplications for wildlife\n\nThese programs are for you if you are a woodland owner\, forest products professional\, or community member who cares about the woods. Let’s learn from each other. Pie\, coffee and other light refreshments will be served. Both programs are free and open to the public. \nThursday\, March 29th\n6:30 to 8:00 pm\nBelchertown Town Hall\, 2 Jabish Street \nThursday\, April 5th\n6:30 to 8:00 pm\nBarre Senior Center\, 557 South Barre Road \nThese programs feature presentations by\, and discussion with: \n\nA local landowner who is actively managing their forested land will talk about their experience.\nRon Rich\, a professional logger and chairman of the Barre\, Massachusetts Conservation Commission.\nDoug Hutcheson\, Service Forester for Massachusetts Division of Conservation and Recreation.\nAnd conservation professionals from your local land trust who will be on hand to provide information about land conservation options for those who are interested.\n\nFor more information: Contact Ed Hood of the MassConn Sustainable Forest Partnership at ehood@opacumlt.org or by leaving a message at 508-347-9144\, ext. 2 or Cynthia Henshaw at chenshaw@EQLT.org or 413-477-8229.
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/your-woods-and-the-values-of-trees-2/
LOCATION:Barre Senior Center\, 557 South Barre Road\, Barre\, MA\, 01005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20180405T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20180405T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T092006
CREATED:20180307T171738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180307T171738Z
UID:26800-1522917000-1522924200@www.buylocalfood.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast at the Bank: Farm to Food Bank to Families
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the spring season at Breakfast at The Bank with Lisa Limont\, Food Sourcing Specialist\, at the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Participate in an informative discussion with Lisa about the history of the Food Bank’s farm in Hadley\, the food bank’s investment in local agriculture\, and their long-standing commitment and partnership with local farmers to bring fresh\, nutritious food to families and individuals in need. \nBeginning at 8:30 a.m. on April 5th\, you’ll have an opportunity to tour The Food Bank’s facility in Hatfield\, and take part in a discussion entitled\, “Farm to Food Bank to Families”. \nA light continental breakfast will be served. Registration is required\, and space is limited\, so be sure to go to the website to sign up at: https://www.foodbankwma.org/get-involved/breakfast-at-the-bank/
URL:https://www.buylocalfood.org/event/breakfast-at-the-bank-farm-to-food-bank-to-families/
LOCATION:The Food Bank of Western MA\, 97 North Hatfield Road\, Hatfield\, MA\, 01038
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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