Are you interested in starting your own farm business but need to learn technical skills to get started, the Crop Production Course is for you! This 9-week online course covers essential topics related to sustainable crop production, enabling participants to grow food while caring for the soil at the farm or in the garden. Participants […]
Managing disease in high tunnels requires proactive planning and prevention. Join us for a workshop with Ann Hazelrigg (UVM Extension) and Andre Cantelmo (Heron Pond Farm) to develop a strategic disease management plan tailored to covered production. This session will provide: ✔️ Identification of common diseases affecting high tunnel crops ✔️ Preventative control strategies to reduce risk and improve plant […]
Workshops, in person and online, offer the latest information in the field, and opportunities to discuss with others the realities of putting sustainable agriculture into practice. Workshops in 2024-2026 will address economics, pasture resiliency and animal productivity in pasture based systems. Workshops over the last three years addressed nutrient management within a pasture system tying […]
Hosts: Sylvia Levine, Farm Manager at Drumlin Farm Matt Eiland, Saltbox Farm, Concord MA Share and Discuss with other farmers why we have chosen this lifestyle, and what motivates us. This CRAFT is a great way to meet and learn from other farmer workers and farm managers of all different backgrounds. This event will be […]
Are you thinking about the future of your farm? Want to learn how to plan for, protect, lease, finance, or pass on your farm? This free workshop will provide tools and resources for helping you put into motion your goals for your land. Learn about local resources and organizations that can assist in planning for the […]
Join us for "From Pasture to Profit: Maximizing Beef Sales in 2025" on April 11th & 12th in Washington County, NY! This 1.5-day event, hosted by the New York Beef Council, features farm tour opportunities on Friday afternoon and a full day of workshop sessions on Saturday. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights, network with fellow beef producers, connect with industry experts, […]
Mark your calendars for an Easter celebration like no other. The Tiverton Farmers Market is excited to announce its Easter Specialty Market once again, scheduled for Sunday, April 13th, from 10am to 2pm at the Tiverton Middle School. This unique event promises a fun-filled day for the entire family, offering a glimpse into the local […]
Attention Farmers, Ranchers, Forest Managers, and Conservation Stewards Join the annual Statewide Local Working Group Meeting to share your concerns about natural resource issues in your region and discuss ideas for steps to take to address them. Share your input! Use this opportunity to influence programs and funding delivered by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) […]
Presented by Cynthia Flores Overview Improving body movements in everyday farm work for health and longevity. Description Labor-Movement believes that when you move well, you work well. Our mission is to help farmers, fishermen, landscapers, and industrial athletes to improve their movement health + wellness, increase efficiency and extend longevity in a season or career […]
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 […]
In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to accurately sample soils for comprehensive chemical analysis, including soil organic carbon (SOC) and nutrient profiles. We will analyze in situ the biological, physical and chemical properties of soils, including compaction, infiltration rate, soil texture and structure, surface biology, soil aggregate stability, root behavior, soil temperature and […]
Join SEMAP and Umass Extension for a field walk at Hornstra Farm's Lakeville Field focusing on Cover Cropping, with a special emphasis on harvesting cover crops as a livestock feed. We will survey the range of cover crops in place at Hornstra farms, including winter rye and triticale. Artie Siller from Umass Extension will be […]
Springtime is upon us which means the first harvest isn’t so far away! Get ready to use your SNAP/HIP to purchase fresh produce from farm stands, farmer’s markets and farm shares with this webinar, kicking off with a “House Made Adobo” recipe. We’ll also be introducing the event series for this year, where you’ll find […]
In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to accurately sample soils for comprehensive chemical analysis, including soil organic carbon (SOC) and nutrient profiles. We will analyze in situ the biological, physical and chemical properties of soils, including compaction, infiltration rate, soil texture and structure, surface biology, soil aggregate stability, root behavior, soil temperature and […]
In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to accurately sample soils for comprehensive chemical analysis, including soil organic carbon (SOC) and nutrient profiles. We will analyze in situ the biological, physical and chemical properties of soils, including compaction, infiltration rate, soil texture and structure, surface biology, soil aggregate stability, root behavior, soil temperature and […]
