Food Access
2025 Gardeners Gathering — Keynote by NOFA/Mass Food Access & Youth Agricultural Scientists
Northeastern University, Shillman Hall 115 Forsyth St., Boston, United StatesThe conference will kick off with a keynote panel of [...]
Easy Homemade Adobo and Herb bundles – What can I do with all of this food?
OnlineSpringtime 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 inspiration to use all the bounty - whether it’s keeping produce from spoiling, or getting ready to preserve the harvest from the garden and from a farm share. Get ready!
Soil Analysis, Carbon Sampling and Designing for Resilience / Análisis de Suelos, Muestreo de Carbono y Diseño para la Resiliencia
Tapley Court Garden 221 Bay Street, Springfield, MA, United StatesIn 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 bulk density. This integrated approach provides a thorough understanding of soil health by combining quantitative data with qualitative observations. Participants will also have an opportunity to learn about Landscape Interactions’ collaboration with NOFA/Mass Food Access to transform a portion of their community garden at Tapley Court Apartments into a refugia for at-risk native bees, butterflies and moths through the incorporation of biodiverse, perennial and productive native plant communities.