Nov
30
10:00 AM10:00
Dec
9
6:00 PM18:00
From Field to Customer: Marketing Strategies for Beginning Farmers
Are you a beginning farmer selling directly to customers through farmers markets, a CSA, farmstand, or events? Join us for an interactive online webinar, From Field to Customer: Marketing Strategies for Beginning Farmers, on Monday, December 9 from 6-7:30pm. This free, interactive webinar will be presented by Myrna Greenfield of Good Egg Marketing.Learn how to grow your customer base while maximizing your marketing efforts. From crafting a compelling story about your farm to building stronger relationships with your customers, we’ll help you stand out from the crowd. You’ll leave with a simple, actionable marketing plan to help you attract new customers and increase sales. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your farm business to the next level. Register here:
Oct
30
5:30 PM17:30
Writing and Negotiating Successful Farmland Leases
Leasing is essential for many farmers, offering opportunities but also presenting challenges and
risks. A well-written lease is key to setting clear expectations and building a solid relationship
with landowners. We will explore the key components of farmland leases and discuss how they
serve as tools for establishing long-term, successful relationships. We’ll review various lease
examples, highlight common pitfalls, and provide strategies to address potential conflicts. Bring
your lease, questions, and stories to share for an interactive discussion on improving your
leasing experience.
Registration: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/et34x8f/lp/8e7e245a-aa0d-43f8-a184-82e30ccfbb6e
Oct
27
10:00 AM10:00
No Till Workshop
Hosted by Seeds of Solidarity
Rich and Healthy: No-till for Successful Farms and Gardens
Sunday Oct 27, 10am to 5PM
“Live at Seeds of Solidarity Farm and Education Center, Orange MA
Pre-registration required. Sliding scale and some full scholarships, read on! This is a popular workshop and we love teaching and hosting it.
Are you a farmer or gardener seeking to start or transition to no-till methods that use simple tools, build healthy soil, reduce labor and cost inputs, promote climate resilience and increase your connection to the land? You’ll learn several no-till, climate resilience techniques in this experiential, day-long workshop with seasoned farmer Ricky Baruc. Plus, learn about visual soil assessment and soil health testing with Caro Roszell, American Farmland Trust.
Sliding scale $65-$95. Space limited, email deb@seedsofsolidarity.org to register. Soup and salad lunch included. Special opportunity! Our friends at Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust, in partnership with the American Farmland Trust Soil Steward program are offering up to ten full scholarships for farmers of color, or new farmers going no-till. We’ve got some scholarships left, so let us know if this is you!”
Oct
24
5:30 PM17:30
Unlocking Your Land's Potential: partnering with farmers and leasing farmland
Do you want to partner with a farmer and explore your land's potential? Join us as we discuss
the challenges farmers face in accessing affordable farmland and the importance of leased
land. We'll cover various types of farming operations, from hay production to small-scale
vegetable farming, and guide you on assessing your land’s suitability for farming. Learn what
farmers need, how to find the right one, and how to create a successful lease. Bring your
questions for our panel of landowners sharing real-world experiences with a variety of tenure
models and successfully working with farmers.
Registration: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xn65s3p/lp/2bcb41cb-3d47-4dd0-bef7-fb0fb50441a4
Oct
16
5:30 PM17:30
Beginning Farmer Discussion
Please join us for a statewide farmer focus group on October 16th at 5:30pm! We’re hoping to get feedback from farmers in their first 10 years of running a farm, who have participated in 1:1 technical assistance, workshops, or networking events with CISA in the last few years. This discussion will be an opportunity to share your experiences and challenges, and hear from other farmers across the state. This conversation also helps us report the impact of our work to one of our main grant funders, and receive feedback about how we can better serve new farmers going forward. We will send a small gift after the event as a thank you for your participation.
The discussion will be facilitated by Laura Fries (LHFries@gmail.com), CISA’s learning and evaluation partner at Fertile Ground. Laura is also available for one-on-one conversations, if you are not able to attend on the 16th. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Laura.
Please email me or RSVP here if you plan to attend. We appreciate you taking the time to share feedback!
Oct
13
11:00 AM11:00
Market on Exchange
On Sun., Oct. 13th we’re shutting down Exchange St, Worcester for the ultimate ‘end of harvest’ market. Support local farmers and entrepreneurs, sample craft beer, enjoy BBQ, and visit the small businesses that call North Main Street home.
