Community Event
Optimizing Farm Movement with Cynthia Flores
OnlineUnderstand better body mechanics and movement patterns in order to increase productivity and help decrease on-farm injuries. Time will be spent in an interactive atmosphere moving through four basic movement patterns: hinge, squat, push and pull, along with the importance of core stability. Each participant will leave with tips focused on ways to improve their overall movement patterns and work-related well-being.
Seeds of Success: Strategies for Identifying and Navigating Organic Markets
OnlineJoin us to discuss and explore how experienced organic farmers navigate marketing challenges – Friday, November 10th
SEMAP Farmer Celebration
Buzzards Bay Brewing 98This event is all about celebrating agriculture together, and showing our thanks and appreciation for farmers across Southeastern MA. You’ve done incredible work bringing us delicious local food all year, so now is the time to come party with us!
Chestnut Roasting at Big River Chestnuts
Big River Chestnuts 195 River Road, Sunderland, MA, United StatesHope you have been enjoying the warm weather these past days! But no matter the weather, come on out and join us for roasted chestnuts and other forest treats - this Saturday 11/18 and Saturday 12/2 from 10am- 4pm.
ACRES 2023 ECO-AG Conference
Northern Kentucky Convention Center Covington, KY, United StatesRegister for the ACRES 2023 ECO-AG Conference and Trade Show and Save! Exclusive 15% Discount for NOFA/Mass Members and Subscribers.
Large Animals & The Farm Organism
Side Room at Threefold Auditorium 260 Hungry Hollow Rd, Chestnut Ridge, NY, NY, United StatesThe ideal biodynamic farm is a self-contained individuality to which cows contribute milk, meat, and soil fertility. Megan Durney shares about the essential nature of the animal, and Kim Vaughan covers the basics of biodynamic dairy herd management, including rotational grazing and pasture management. The day includes a visit to our herd, cow barn, and dairy, the only one in Rockland County.
PPLT Financial Literacy 101
Nichols College 121 Center Rd., Dudley, MA, United StatesAre you thinking of starting a small farm? Do you already run a farm and are hoping to expand? Invest in yourself and watch your returns grow through this 7-week course. This course is right for you if you’ve never taken a day of financial planning in your life! It is also an excellent next step for any farmer who has gone through New Entry’s Farm Business Planning Course or similar introductory program.
Focus on Your Farm Business – 3 part workshop
Bangor Public Library 145 Harlow St., Bangor, ME, United StatesThe Business of Farming is for experienced farmers who want to analyze their current business model and use the information to improve profitability and become more efficient.
Getting Started & Financial Considerations Resources, Tips and Where to Get Assistance
OnlineFor transitioning farmers and junior generation farmers to learn the basics of farm succession planning, how to get started, and where to find support with resources, tips, financial and legal considerations, and more!
Acquiring Your Farm – free webinar series
OnlineFree online training series for new and beginning farmers preparing to access farmland in New England. This six-session training series will put you in a position to make a plan and take next steps toward getting on farmland and gaining more secure tenure. Learn how to conduct a land search, assess farm properties, identify your goals and set financial parameters, review pros and cons of different tenure methods, discover keys to successful communication, and more. This training series is organized and designed to provide a thorough introduction to the complex issues of farmland access and tenure.