Boston — The Department of Labor Standards shall conduct two public hearings to determine the appropriateness of issuing regulatory guidance in the form of an opinion letter regarding the scope of “agricultural and farm work” within the context of the Massachusetts Minimum Wage and Overtime Laws and in light of the recent Supreme Judicial Court […]
Let's do some networking and learning over coffee! Hear from representatives from Coastal Food Shed, The Marion Institute, and MDAR and discuss all aspects of wholesale from planning to delivery. Coastal Food Shed and The Marion Institute will take some time to speak with farmers about current marketing channels, interest in growing their wholesale marketing spaces, […]
Local Specialty Crop Trade Show Exhibitors will include New England based farmers, produce distributors and local specialty crop producers (products made with 50% or more specialty crops also qualify). Please view the USDA definition of specialty crops here. Crops must be produced in the U.S. or a U.S. territory. This Trade Show is sponsored by […]
Nutrient Management for Vegetable Crops Workshops Need help interpreting your soil test results? Juggling nutrient recommendations for many different fields? The UMass Extension Vegetable Program, in collaboration with University of Vermont Extension, is holding 2 workshops on vegetable nutrient management this March aimed at improving crop nutrition and soil health practices. Becky Maden and Laura […]
For full details, go to UMassGarden.com. The joy of growing fruit in the home garden is enjoying a renaissance. One of the key steps in successful fruit growing is the act of pruning the trees. This can seem daunting and complicated, but it’s not! Not once you understand the principles involved. Come learn how to […]
NOFA/RI is hosting it's Annual Meeting and 7th Annual Winter Conference with workshops in organic & sustainable farm, food & garden! Learn more here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nofari-2020-winter-conference-registration-86085248295?aff=ebdssbeac
41st Annual UMass Community Tree Conference: Challenges and Opportunities for 2020: What’s New in Arboriculture & Urban Forestry? Event date/time: Tuesday, March 10, 2020 - 8:45am to 3:30pm Event location: Stockbridge Hall This one-day conference is designed for tree care professionals, volunteers, and enthusiasts including arborists, tree wardens, urban foresters, foresters, landscape architects and shade […]
Hosted by Southcoast Food Policy Council and 2 others Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 10 AM – 11:30 AM at Groundwork, 1213 Purchase St, New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740 Please join the Local Enterprise Assistance Fund (LEAF), the Southeastern Massachusetts Agricultural Partnership (SEMAP), and the Marion Institute's Southcoast Food Policy Council (SFPC) for a presentation about […]
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Pesticide Board Subcommittee, acting through the Department of Agricultural Resources, under its authority pursuant to FY20GAA-2511-0100, M.G.L. c. 132B, Section 3A, and 333 CMR 8.03; and in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A; will hold a public hearing on the findings of […]
For full details go to UMassGarden.com. Blueberries are among the most popular fruits to grow in the home garden. They are healthful and well suited to grow in our New England conditions Come learn the basics for pruning blueberries for your home landscape. Participants will get some hands-on pruning lessons. We’ll learn about tool maintenance […]
Who Should Attend: Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety. This course will also cover the Massachusetts Commonwealth Quality Program (CQP), a voluntary 3rd-party audit program. This training satisfies […]
Online Sales Platforms for Direct Marketing by Our Friends at Oregon Tilth With restaurants and some farmers markets shutting down, we know many of you need to find alternative sales channels for your products. Customers are also looking for new solutions to buy quality, organic food safely. Join our free webinar on Friday, March 20 […]
Massachusetts Agriculture Day at the State House, scheduled for March 25, has been canceled as a precautionary measure, due to the coronavirus.
Who Should Attend: Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety. This course will also cover the Massachusetts Commonwealth Quality Program (CQP), a voluntary 3rd-party audit program. This training satisfies […]
The Promise of Regenerative Farming in an Era of Climate, Health, and Environmental Crisis" Falmouth Academy Hermann Theater 7 Highfield Drive, Falmouth, MA Urvashi Rangan, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer, Grace Communications Foundation moderated by Falmouth Academy Head of School Matt Green. Free and open to the public. Reservations encouraged. Sponsored in part by the Woods […]
