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PPLT Financial Literacy 101
PPLT Financial Literacy 101
Are 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.
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37th Annual NOFA/Mass Winter Conference
37th Annual NOFA/Mass Winter Conference
With new climate challenges to tackle, join us at the start of the year to share knowledge and celebrate the joys in creating resilient and thriving regional food systems. Delve into a wide variety of workshops and discussions for organic growers at any scale!
Seed Swap
Seed Swap
The seed swap at this year’s Winter Conference is facilitated by members of the Northeast Organic Seed Network which is simply a network of folks across New England, Southeastern Canada, New York, and the northern mid-Atlantic who share a passion and dedication to growing, adapting, preserving and sharing seeds! We hope to inspire you to join in on the exciting and important work of growing seeds which will ultimately strengthen our regional food systems with locally adapted seeds that will perform better in our environment!
Sowing Connections: NOFA/Mass and Partner Programs for Farmers
Sowing Connections: NOFA/Mass and Partner Programs for Farmers
Did you know that NOFA/Mass and our network of partner organizations have myriad ways to support your farm? Come learn from project managers and fellow farmers about programs like the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP), Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program (BFRDP), and Climate-Smart Farming program. The session will start with an introduction from each of our partners to available programs, and then we’ll open the room to smaller group and one-on-one conversations with project managers and program participants about how these opportunities can fit your particular needs.
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NOFA/Mass Annual Member Meeting – VIRTUAL and FREE
NOFA/Mass Annual Member Meeting – VIRTUAL and FREE
The Annual meeting takes place every Winter Conference and is a critical part of our organization’s membership based structure. NOFA/Mass Members will hear what the organization has accomplished in the past year as well as what our policy goals are for the upcoming year. Join us online as we present a list of member benefits that you may not be aware of. On deck will be a summary of our whirlwind growth since last year and areas of development that you can help us with. We will ask the membership to vote on the 2024 slate of board members and you will hear about new opportunities to join the Board of Directors and to make a difference by learning about the various ways you can share your skills with NOFA/Mass.
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PPLT Financial Literacy 101
PPLT Financial Literacy 101
Are 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
Focus on Your Farm Business – 3 part workshop
The 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.
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Getting Started & Financial Considerations Resources, Tips and Where to Get Assistance
Getting Started & Financial Considerations Resources, Tips and Where to Get Assistance
For 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
Acquiring Your Farm – free webinar series
Free 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.
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Neighbor-to-Neighbor Solar Energy 101
Neighbor-to-Neighbor Solar Energy 101
This free, in-person and online event will include a comprehensive overview of rooftop solar systems by a Westford Climate Action member as well as Westford residents sharing their experiences with going solar. A Q&A will follow.
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Collaborative Aggregation and Marketing Workshops: Multi-farm CSA
Collaborative Aggregation and Marketing Workshops: Multi-farm CSA
Are you a small or mid-scale farmer interested in working with others to distribute and market your products? Are you interested in how such models can support your enterprise?
Join us for a free virtual series of peer-to-peer learning workshops featuring local farmers and market coordinators.
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PPLT Financial Literacy 101
PPLT Financial Literacy 101
Are 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.
Climate Change: Simple, Serious, Solvable
Climate Change: Simple, Serious, Solvable
Join Harvey Leonard for a talk about Climate Change: what is causing it, why it is serious, and what can be done as we look toward the future. He will also explain the important difference between weather and climate. A Q&A will follow his presentation.
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Legal Considerations Business Entities, and Estate Planning
Legal Considerations Business Entities, and Estate Planning
For 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
Acquiring Your Farm – free webinar series
Free 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.
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PPLT Financial Literacy 101
PPLT Financial Literacy 101
Are 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
Focus on Your Farm Business – 3 part workshop
The 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.
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Financial, Retirement & Tax Considerations Taxes, Viability and Retirement
Financial, Retirement & Tax Considerations Taxes, Viability and Retirement
For 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
Acquiring Your Farm – free webinar series
Free 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.
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Collaborative Aggregation and Marketing Workshops: Online farmers’ market
Collaborative Aggregation and Marketing Workshops: Online farmers’ market
Are you a small or mid-scale farmer interested in working with others to distribute and market your products? Are you interested in how such models can support your enterprise?
Join us for a free virtual series of peer-to-peer learning workshops featuring local farmers and market coordinators.