Are you a small or mid-scale farmer interested in working with others to distribute and market your products? Are you interested in how such models can support your enterprise? Join us for a free virtual series of peer-to-peer learning workshops featuring local farmers and market coordinators who share their experiences with: inventory and pricing aggregation […]
Southeast New England Agriculture Conference and Trade Show Sunday, February 4, 2024 Bristol Aggie High School Bookmark this page for more updates and announcements on the upcoming conference!
Microgreens and sprouts are delicious, nutrient-packed baby greens that are easy to grow at home indoors. A great way to eat fresh greens in the winter! Learn how to grow your own with a wide range of seeds, including radish, pea, chick pea, mung beans, alfalfa, fenugreek, sunflower, lentil, and broccoli. Attending the class is […]
Are you a small or mid-scale farmer interested in working with others to distribute and market your products? Are you interested in how such models can support your enterprise? Join us for a free virtual series of peer-to-peer learning workshops featuring local farmers and market coordinators who share their experiences with: inventory and pricing aggregation […]
Register HERE. Walk-ins are also welcome. Our theme this year is Climate Change Is NOT the Weather. Join us for a two-day program packed with education and networking! Earn 3 MCH credits when attending both days, 1 MCH credit available for single day attendance. Keynote speaker Doug Tallamy will kick off our program on the […]
Quarterly series of webinars, hosted by the Mass. Dept. of Agricultural Resources, to provide the green industry, environmental groups, and other interested parties with the latest information about spotted lanternfly occurrences, survey updates, and more. This 1-hour session is eligible for the following education credits: 1 Mass. pesticide license credit (all categories and license types), […]
This is Webinar #1 in a 3-part series: Pasture-Based Systems for Sustainable Livestock Production. This is a tri-state SARE webinar series. Webinars are open to service providers and farmers and will be comprised of time for instruction in addition to interactive breakout sessions. For more information, visit https://livestock.extension.uconn.edu/sare or contact Rachel Bespuda, Project Director at […]
Attorney Erika Dunyak, Vermont Law and Graduate School Cooperatives as a business structure help maximize resources and distribute profits equally among members. They can also foster a strong community since members work and vote alongside each other. Join this session to learn about the different types of cooperatives and what to consider before filing. Erika Dunyak […]
There is a $20 registration fee, which is waived for members of NEV&BGA. Lunch buffet is an additional $25. To register, please RSVP to 978-423-6694 or secretary@nevbga.org by February 10th 9:00    Registration 9:30    Potential soil-based weed management techniques in small fruit- Changing the soil can change which plants thrive. Maria Gannett is the new weed management […]
Enhance your understanding of marketing channel dynamics, risk management strategies, and the pivotal role of data in shaping the success of small-scale operations! This is part of New Entry Sustainable Farming Project's Climate Record Keeping Series. Register for free HERE. Matt LeRoux of Cornell University will offer a 2-hour workshop on the channel-specific risks observed […]
Deeper than the soil we grow, farmers have the opportunity to nourish our communities beyond calories with the stories we tell. Beyond traditional 'marketing,' together we'll explore simple tools and strategies to bring energy, authenticity and ease to the stories we share and change we're hungry to make. More about Petra: Growing up in her father’s garden in […]
Attorney Sean Fontes, Partridge Snow & Hahn Understanding guidelines for classifying employees (intern, part-time, seasonal, full-time, etc.) is important for remaining in compliance with labor laws. Join Attorney Sean Fontes to learn about employee rights, benefits, minimum wage, pay equity, and overtime for different employee types. This session will be informational for employers at all stages […]
If you read The Farmer’s Office or any of monthly tips I've sent out over the years, you may be thinking, yeah, this makes sense. But, how does it apply to me and my business? This is completely reasonable - every business has its little nuances and differences that can change how you apply the principles and tools to […]
Attend the 13th Annual Local Food Trade Show! The Boston Local Food Program (a project of the Sustainable Business Network) is thrilled to invite you to the 13th Annual Local Food Trade Show, back in person at the vibrant venue, Russell's Garden Center. On February 27th, 2024, this dynamic space will be a cornerstone for […]
Let’s face it– there is no more ‘normal’ growing season anymore. The first and last frosts are erratic, and precipitation is all over the place– heavy rains one summer and droughts the next. Join American Farmland Trust’s New England Climate and Agriculture team and Steve Barstow for a dairy farmer-to-farmer discussion of strategies and ideas […]
New England Vegetable and Berry Growers’ Association in conjunction with the Massachusetts Fruit Growers Association present an all-day meeting There is a $20 registration fee, which is waived for members of NEV&BGA or MFGA. Lunch is an additional $20. To register, please RSVP to 978-423-6694 or secretary@nevbga.org by February 25th 9:00 Registration 9:30-10:30 10 Tips […]
Andrew Marchev, Christina Reiter, and Veronica Gassert;Â Three Rivers Law Easements on a piece of property significantly influence how land can be used. Attorneys Andrew Marchev, Christina Reiter, and Veronica Gassert will present the different types of easements and common conditions found in each. Andrew represents a wide array of clients, including farmers, food entrepreneurs and […]
