NOFA Virtual Symposium

Online

The chapters of the Northeast Organic Farming Association are excited to offer a new virtual experience this winter. Join all of us online to hear from speakers on important topics in agriculture and our food system. This is a unique opportunity to connect as a region with other organic advocates, farmers, home growers, non-profit professionals, and more.

$25

Ayurveda, Yoga, and Seasonal Cooking

Many Hands Sustainability Center / Organic Farm 411 Sheldon Road, Barre, United States

Saturday, March 30, 2024 9am-12noon with pot luck lunch Price: [...]

Growing Organically Together: A BIPOC Networking Event – Eastern MA

Robbins Library 700 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, United States

Have you been looking to dive deeper into the world of soil health, and discuss what practices make the most sense for your farm? This event is a space for BIPOC farmers to explore connections with customers, markets and soil health. Together, we’ll be exploring our strengths, needs and opportunities within our farms, including discussions on the option of organic certification. We’ll develop a more clear understanding around the intersections of our financial investments, love for farming and desire to serve our communities.

Un evento para crear redes entre agricultores BIPOC – al lado Este de Massachusetts

Robbins Library 700 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, United States

¿Alguna vez ha pensado en sumergirse en el mundo de la salud del suelo y conversar sobre cuáles prácticas serían mejores para su propia finca? Este evento es un espacio para agricultores BIPOC.  Pueden explorar y crear conexiones con clientes, con el mercado y con la salud de la tierra. Exploraremos nuestras fortalezas, necesidades y las oportunidades de nuestras propias granjas incluyendo conversaciones sobre la posibilidad de certificarse como granja orgánica.

Event Series Soil Health Community Call

Soil Health Bi-Monthly Community Call : Preparing for Compost Tea Mastery Webinar

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.

Emiendas de suelo para granjas orgánicas

Online

¿Ha decidido recientemente conseguir un certificado de cultivo orgánico para su granja o ha pensado en hacer este cambio? ¿O puede que ya tenga el certificado y sólo quiera un curso de actualización? Este webinario le enseñará acerca de cómo usar mejoradores de suelo desde una perspectiva basada en la salud del suelo en granjas orgánicas.

Soil Amendments for Organic Farms

Online

Have you recently decided to transition your farm to organic certification, or are you considering making the switch? Or maybe you’re already certified organic, and just want a refresher?   This webinar will discuss a soil-health based approach to using soil amendments on organic farms.  We’ll review the OMRI (Organic Materials Review Institute) list and go over common misconceptions about restricted and listed materials. We’ll also discuss how to use various soil health assessments to determine what amendments your farm needs, and how to identify appropriate organic options:

TOPP: Organic Management of Vegetable Pests

Online

Since the organic pesticide toolbox is limited is size and efficacy, cultural controls are very important tools. Learn how to use cultural practices like crop rotation and variety selection to minimize pest pressure, use mechanical controls to avoid pests, how to harness the power of beneficial organisms for biocontrol, and safely and effectively use OMRI-approved pesticides when necessary. How do you determine when it is necessary to spray? How do you go about doing that? What are the options if you are certified organic?

2024 Microscopy Training

Online

CT NOFA is offering microscopy training in 2024. Participants will view various soils and composts, looking at the different soil structures and the microbes that thrive in healthy soil. Demonstrations include how to prepare a slide for viewing, what you might find and how to evaluate your findings. Participants will be trained to analyze the following:

$600