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Featured Featured Event Series Healthy Soil for Landscapers & Gardeners

Sustainable Landscaping Techniques: Improve your Client’s Soil

Weston Nurseries 40 Frankland Rd, Hopkinton, MA, United States

Are your clients asking you for more ecologically friendly landscaping services? Whether they’re concerned about weed pressure, soil erosion, or the use of herbicides, starting with the health of the soil will help to solve those issues. In this workshop, we’ll not only cover the soil fundamentals that will allow you to provide the best results for  your clients, but also offer some of the tools you’ll need to assess soil and to landscape smarter.

Building Immersion, Life Tools

Seeds of Solidarity Farm Orange, MA, United States

Sat and Sun August 16/17. 10 am to 4.30 PM [...]

Featured Featured Event Series Beginning Farmer Soil Health Training

Biological Diversity: Fostering Thriving Ecosystems Below Ground – iSe ofrece en español!

New Entry Sustainable Farming Project 733 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, United States

Embark on a captivating exploration of soil biology in our Biological Diversity workshop. Journey into the dynamic world of soil microbes, organic matter, and decomposition as we unravel the essential role of biological processes in soil health. Through hands-on activities and insightful demonstrations, participants will gain a deeper understanding of microbial communities and their impact on soil fertility and resilience. This workshop will cover microbial collections techniques that the NOFA/Mass soil technical team employs to assess and enhance biological diversity in their agricultural systems. Whether you're a farmer, gardener, or environmental enthusiast, this workshop offers invaluable knowledge and practical skills to cultivate thriving soils and sustainable landscapes.

Featured Featured Event Series Growing Organic Event Series

Four Seasons of Viability: Organic High Tunnels In Action

Small Farm 184 Gleasondale Rd., Stow, United States

Join us at Small Farm to either begin or perfect your production plan for four seasons of organic growing in high tunnels. In this workshop, we’ll be discussing everything from planning to washing during the shoulder and “off”-season, as well as how to optimize fertility and watering in your high tunnels. We’ll also discuss on-farm efficiency and affordability, where Small Farm will share their experience with both soil-moisture sensors and post-harvest tools  to make dollars go further.

Event Series Soil Health Community Call

Soil Health Bi-Monthly Community Call

Online

We are excited to invite you to our bimonthly Soil Health Calls! These calls are designed to provide a platform for farmers, researchers, and experts to share their knowledge, experiences, and insights on soil health.  Our aim is to create a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about improving soil health. Our calls will cover a range of topics related to soil health, including soil biology, organic matter, nutrient management, and any topic of relevance to the NOFA community and beyond. We will also have guest speakers who will share their expertise and insights on the latest developments in the field.

Featured Featured Event Series Growing Organic Together Monthly Calls

Growing Organic Together Monthly Calls

Online

Looking to make the shift to or improve your organic growing, but don’t know where to start? Join our Growing Organic Together monthly calls! This is a supportive, welcoming space where people of all backgrounds come together to learn, share, and grow. Each month, we explore new ways to incorporate organic and sustainable practices into our growing spaces, with guidance from a variety of experts and a community that encourages growth and connection. Whether you're small or large scale farming, looking to improve your Organic Systems Plan or simply interested in the organic movement, you’ll find inspiration and support here. We will be centering topics of transition to Organic.