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Northeast Harvest will host the Annual Northeast Harvest Agricultural Conference at Topsfield fairgrounds. You will have the opportunity to receive three SPRAY credits. For more information and to register, please CLICK HERE. The $20 Pre-Registration Fee Includes: Morning Coffee and Afternoon Lunch Worker Protection Standards by Laurie A Rocco - SPRAY Credit Avian Flu Update and […] |
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These meeting will give winter workshop participants the opportunity to network with one another and also provide additional time to discuss and consider their own individual farm needs as it relates to the workshop topics. Each session will have a CISA staff facilitator and a farmer Expert (Missy Bahret–Old Friends Farm, Pete Solis– Hampshire College Farm, and Gary Gemme– Harvest Farm of Whately). The topics for the meeting will be determined based on participant interest and determined as the class date gets closer. |
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“Agritourism” attractions are increasingly popular to tourists and locals alike. Have an interest in becoming part of the growing “Agritourism” trend in Massachusetts? Join us for the first in a series of workshops with successful agritourism businesses and tourism professionals on how to plan for and promote tourism at your farm. These free, half-day workshops will […] |
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Now in it’s third year, Valley Vegfest will once again feature passionate speakers, vegan food vendors, veg-friendly products and services, and non-profit organizations dedicated to animal welfare, healthy living, and environmental advocacy. Registration is now open for sponsors and exhibitors. Please see the sponsor or exhibitor information for full details and download the application form. Valley Vegfest […]
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Hosted by the UMass Amherst Beekeeping Club, Michael Joshin Thiele, of Gaia Bees, will help us redefine our relationship with bees and create a new paradigm of caring for bees. Participants will learn about a biodynamic approach to apiculture, the unique matrix of life of honeybees and their intricate inner organization. How can we heal […]
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The first step towards a successful garden is a good plan. In this interactive workshop you will walk away with a planting diagram for your edible garden this year. We'll touch on all of the issues that inform planting decisions: plant characteristics, crop rotation, soil characteristics, companion planting & aesthetics. We'll also discuss garden layout, planting schedules & extending the season. Please come […] |
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Whether you love the taste, the health benefits, or both, brewing your own probiotic soft drinks at home is a fun, delicious & cost-effective way to add probiotics to your diet. This class will cover how to make kombucha, water kefir & wild-fermented sodas at home. You will sample our homebrewed beverages and learn how […] |
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NOTE: This meeting has been rescheduled for next Monday, April 11. See the updated event listing here. CISA is holding its spring networking meeting for Local Hero farmers to meet with buyers who are interested in purchasing local products for their businesses. This meeting will be a great opportunity for all buyers and Local Hero […] |
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Ag Day at the State House is an event where MA farmers basically take over the State House. There are booths and local food in the Great Hall. FFA and 4H students take over Nurse’s Hall, the Grand Staircase is turned into a podium for farm organizations, and virtually every hallway will have farmers in […]
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Every year, CISA brings market managers together for a time to meet, share best practices, and learn from one another. This year, farmers' market managers from around the Pioneer Valley will gather at the Senior Center in Holyoke to get ideas for new concepts and ways to improve the overall operation of their markets. CISA welcomes market managers, steering […] |
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The UMass Student Farm will have its Spring Farmers Market and Celebration on Wednesday April 6th. Come hang out with the 2016 Student Farm Crew, UMass Permaculture and other delightful vendors will enjoying music by Industrial Waste (The Stockbridge Faculty bluegrass band) and August Joy. Performers: 12:30-1:30 Industrial Waste (The Stockbridge Faculty bluegrass band) 2:00-4:00 […]
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A committed group of UMass students part of John Gerber’s Writing for Sustainability, have come together to pull off a 2 hour long new farmer panel-expo! This event will provide a space for creative dialogue highlighting the emerging possibilities in sustainable agriculture regarding the rise of a diverse new generation of young farmers. The expo […]
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Developed as part of The Food Bank’s strategic plan, the Task Force to End Hunger is a diverse group of thought leaders, from all four counties of Western Massachusetts, working to develop a bold, yet pragmatic plan of action to end hunger in our region. We’ll be leading a conversation aimed at finding long-term solutions to […] |
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The goal of this class, taught by Zach Wolf, is to have participants work through the process of drafting soil management plans. We will look at example soil tests and go through the process of calculating amendment application rates. The latter part will cover how to integrate soil mineral amendments with the management of cover […] |
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This is a networking event and the first of what will be a series of ongoing discussions and events regarding farm-based communities and community-based farming in the Northeast. The goal of this event is to bring together farmers, aspiring farmers, community-experienced folks and community-seekers to connect and discuss viable community-based farming models. Are you […]
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Join us for a crash course in understanding soil, your garden's lifeblood. We will discuss the basic components & characteristics of soil, and how to identify them in your garden. Bring a soil sample, and everyone will have the opportunity to evaluate your soil to discover its material & macronutrientcomposition (we will briefly discuss micronutrients, but […]
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Spring seems to be coming early this year: The warm, wet nights have gotten the frogs and salmanders moving on their way to the vernal pools for their annual breeding season. On Saturday,April 9, from 1 pm to 3 pm, we’re pleased to again have educator Brandon Abbott show us the mysteries of the vernal […] |
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Forests give us so many benefits: They provide clean air & water, habitat for wildlife, and wood for things you use every day. On Sunday, April 10 from 10 am - 11:30 am, forester Tom Jenkins of Blue Dog Foresrty will lead a guided tour of working forest lands in different stages of growth at […]
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This is a basic workshop designed for folks with little or no permaculture experience, however all are welcome... This is a basic skills workshop for folks who recognize the importance of augmenting our food supply with high-quality, home-grown fruits, nuts, veggies and herbs from "backyard" plots, rooftop gardens, passive solar greenhouses, or other non-traditional […]
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On Sunday, April 10, 2016, a Going Green Expo will offer the region an exciting and unique opportunity to explore many simple and practical ways to “go green.” The Expo—a joint project of volunteers from Sinai Temple; First Church of Christ, Longmeadow; St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church; the Unitarian-Universalist Society of Greater Springfield; and Longmeadow Transition— will take place at Sinai Temple, 1100 […] |
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CISA is holding its spring networking meeting for Local Hero farmers to meet with buyers who are interested in purchasing local products for their businesses. This meeting will be a great opportunity for all buyers and Local Hero farm members to network, meet one another, and forge new business relationships. In addition, Sean Stolarik, Big Y Produce Sales Manager, […]
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Rescheduled from April 4th due to snow! CISA is holding its spring networking meeting for Local Hero farmers to meet with buyers who are interested in purchasing local products for their businesses. This meeting will be a great opportunity for all buyers and Local Hero farm members to network, meet one another, and forge new […] |
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Stabilize and Expand your Business This workshop is geared toward established businesses seeking to increase their revenue. Topics presented by Amy Shapiro, Director of Business Development, and a panel of experts will include operational efficiencies, financial management tools, employee hiring guidelines and sales and marketing strategies. Course materials will be provided. Registration for this seminar […]
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Hungry Ghost turns Twelve! Please join us to celebrate our anniversary! Tuesday, April 12 between 6:30pm-8pm. Jonathan will be playing a set of recent songs with the phenomenal cellist, Stephen Katz! We’ll also have refreshments and, of course, baked munchies. At Hungry Ghost Bread, 62 State Street in Northampton. |
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Food Product Development Considerations: Beyond the Concept Do you want help better understanding the food safety principles behind your process? Do you need help with product development for a current or future product? Propel your food business to the next level by delving into product development and food safety with Amanda Kinchla, of the UMASS Food […] |
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This workshop will be an interactive lecture and discussion about some foundational topics in plant science relevant to growing fruits and vegetables. The main topics will be (1) plant form and patterns of growth, (2) plant reproduction, and (3) plant nutrition. Although the emphasis will be on basic plant science, we will make frequent cross-references […]
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The Springfield Food Policy Council will host a series of workshops focused on community gardens and gardening. This one will focus on building a neighborhood for your community garden. For more information and to register, contact: Anna Muhammad - 413-214-1237. |
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All are invited to The Heath Agricultural Society 3rd Cellars & Cave Tour taking place Saturday, April 16th. Take a firsthand look at a variety of root and cider cellars as well as a cheese cave. Try a do-it-yourself workshops featuring an introduction to canning, making cheese, cider, beer, sausage and maple syrup. The Cellars […]
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Demonstrations by farmers and guest artists- lots of gorgeous fiber to buy- food to taste. And always animals to schmooze with. Fiber demonstrations will be spinning, weaving and needle felting. Farm demonstrations will be shearing an angora (mohair) goat or two, harvesting angora fiber from a contented rabbit, seeing a border collie herd ducks and […]
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Join us for a day of family fun, education and entertainment. The Sustainability Festival is in its seventh year and is bigger and better than ever! There is literally something for everyone with over 100 vendors of renewable energy, energy efficiency product suppliers, advocacy groups as well as sustainable crafts and artisans! Schedule of Stage […] |
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The Springfield Food Policy Council presents a free screening event of the documentary film A Place at the Table Fifty million people in the U.S. - one in four children - don't know where their next meal is coming from. Directors Kristi Jacobson and Lori Silverbush examine the issue of hunger in America through the […] |
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We will explore the various Composting Systems in place at Stone Barns and discuss the science, experience and insight necessary to produce premium quality compost for a range of agricultural and horticultural applications. This class will be held outdoors and will be hands on, focusing on active windrow and static aerated composting methods for all […]
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You are invited to join us for a screening and panel discussion on Out Here: A Queer Farmer Film Project Four years in the making, the documentary Out Here looks at the experiences of queer farmers across the country, and asks- what does it mean to be a queer farmer, is agriculture a safe space for queer […] |
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Workshop on Health Care Practices for our Food Animals: Maintaining and Enhancing Protocols to Treat Sick Animals Katherine Beltaire, DVM, DACT Case Study: Management of Anthelmintic Resistance on the Farm Craig Jones, Field Representative Agrimark FARM (Farmers Assuring Responsible Management) Contact Jean King for further questions or to register. jean.king@uconn.edu 860-916-7367 These workshops are part of […]
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This workshop on Easy Spring Garden Vegetables is a fun and easy introduction to spring vegetables. We will be planting kale, peas, and radishes. Learn about how to prep your garden bed, plant the seeds, and then take care of them until you have delicious vegetables ready for harvesting. Participants will leave with potted vegetables to take […] In celebration of Earth Day, come join us for an evening of sharing food and swapping seeds and plants! If you don't have anything to swap, that's fine too. Come for the potluck and company! We will also have a sign up sheet for anyone interested in sharing a skill at future skill share meet […] |
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To get yourself in the spirit of gardening season, join Sixteen Acres for our Annual Spring Fling Weekend! Join the Saturday seminar on the care and maintenance of perennials, bring a sample of your soil for a free soil testing on Sunday,enjoy a walking tour of the greenhouses and ask questions about lawn care products from […] The Franklin County Better Greener Living Show is an eco-friendly event combining a home show and green fair that highlights businesses, products, leisure services, green living, and information available in the greater Franklin County area in a trade show setting. Stop by to meet local home and garden specialists, find out about new products and […]
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On this day, we will discuss the methods used to manage our orchard, including disease and pest deterrents, understory management, and fruit care. Participants will help plant trees, explore the growth characteristics of different apple varieties and rootstock sizes, and be ready to care for their own trees this season. Cost includes a farmstead continental […]
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Come break ground with us and celebrate our first season cultivating our own land! For 14 years, Gardening the Community has dreamed of owning land. Now we finally do! Join as as we mark this historic moment and stay to pitch in! Find more details here. Please bring a shovel if you can and RSVP here to […]
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We're having a spring clean up work party at Bug Hill Farm! Share your muscle power for four hours (light gardening work) and you will receive a voucher for attendance at any of the upcoming Fresh & Feral workshops offered this season by Acorn Kitchen (Limited to two work trade slots per workshop, sign up for […] |
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Kick off the growing season with hands-on scouting, identifying and even forecasting landscape pests and abiotic problems. Join Randy Prostak, Extension Weed Specialist, Nick Brazee, Extension Plant Pathologist, and Rick Harper, Extension Assistant Professor in Urban & Community Forestry, for a walk through the landscape as they discuss and demonstrate how to put IPM practices […] |
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PA Worker Protection Standard Train-the-Trainer Courses for Organic and Non-Certified Pesticide Users All farmworkers must be trained under the EPA Worker Protection Standard (WPS) if your farm uses any pesticides, including those approved for organic production and other general use pesticides. The agricultural worker employer is responsible for complying with all components of WPS including […]
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Do you want help better understanding the food safety principles behind your process? Do you need help with product development for a current or future product? Propel your food business to the next level by delving into product development and food safety with Amanda Kinchla, of the UMASS Food Science Department, an expert on HACCP and product […] This monthly plant swap is free and open to the public to encourage the exchange of plants and other garden related items. You many bring as few or as many of the following items as you like: Perennials Annuals Edibles Seeds Garden produce Tools Any other garden related items Please arrive on time, as each […] |
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Food & Ag Entrepreneurship: How to Succeed in Business by Slowing Down Yes, you read that correctly, your eyes are not deceiving you. In the age of “accelerators” and “start ups” we want you to know that doing well and good includes taking a moment to slow down. The 2016 Summit will be focused on […]
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This workshop will take students into the field (weather permitting) for hands-on land assessment. We will conduct a soil sample, measure compaction, assess biological systems, and discuss methods of improving or degrading the existing system. For more information visit the Stone Barns Center website. Workshops are free and open to the public. To register, contact […]
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Are you having difficulty finding time for regular financial tasks? Is your farm business running as smoothly as possible? This webinar is designed to give you the tools to stay on track during the growing season. Join New Entry Sustainable Farming Project and The Carrot Project for a webinar overview of a new Financial […]
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Heading for the Exit: The Realities and Process of Transitioning the Ownership of your Business Presenter Michael Vann, of the Vann Group has been assisting businesses for over 30 years develop business succession plans. One of the largest challenges facing business owners today is how to solve the question of “how do I get out […] |
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Game of Logging teaches chainsaw skills. Each level builds upon the one before. By listening to explanations, watching demonstrations, and then practicing techniques, participants come away with better work habits and greater confidence in their ability to safely fell trees and work in the woods. Level I provides an overview of chain saw safety and […]
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Come learn how to remediate and rejuvenate soil while helping The Bower Studio grow! For Earth Day, join Brandon J. Wala of Fungi Ally and Cliff Dornbusch for a hands on workshop in soil remediation with Oyster Mushrooms and Sunflowers. Discover how fungi and plants work together to remediate contaminants in soil to restore fertility and repair […] You are cordially invited to attend A Recipe To End Hunger, a fun 1950s themed event to benefit The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Friday, April 29, 2016, 6:30 p.m. At The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame – Free Parking Reservations can be made online or by calling 413-247-9738 (Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. […] |
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It’s hard to believe but spring planting time is just around the corner! It’s time to order from the Hampden and Hampshire Conservation Districts 2016 Spring Tree, Shrub, & Plant Sale! The Districts are accepting orders for their annual plant sale through April 10, 2016. Choices include a wide variety of trees, shrubs, perennials, […]
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The New England Wild Flower Society is offering a workshop on Low-Maintenance Design with Native Plants. Using strategies based on the observation and emulation of naturally existing plant communities, landscape designer Owen Wormser will share techniques for creating beautiful, low-maintenance gardens. Learn how to design a unique space and discover the functional and aesthetic qualities of […]
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In this workshop, Seeds of Solidarity founder and 3-decade farmer Ricky Baruc teaches several ways of building soil and nourishing soil life for low maintenance, highly productive gardens. Treating the soil as sacred results in the most nourishing food, ways of growing that mitigate the impacts of climate change, and promotes a deeper relationship with […] |
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Birds and Breakfast is back for its 5th year of spotting beautiful birds and enjoying bountiful breakfasts! Join Pete McLean for a 2 hour bird walk around the varied habitats of Book & Plow Farm. Once the group has seen its fair share of bird beauties we retire to the top of Tuttle Hill where […] |