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CISA Winter Workshop: Agriculture Labor Laws

Holyoke Community College Kittredge Center, Room 303 303 Homestead Ave, Holoyke, MA, United States

We will cover federal and state labor laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act. CLF’s Legal Services Food Hub will present resources for understanding how to comply with regulations, as well as how laws protect both workers and farm owners. Location: Holyoke Community College Kittredge Center, Room 303, 303 Homestead Ave., Holyoke Presenter: Attorney John […]

CISA Winter Workshop: Farmer to Farmer

World War II Club 50 Conz Street, Northampton, MA, United States

Join farmers from across the Northeast as we talk about experiences, successes and challenges in our relationships as managers and people in the broader community of food and agriculture. We will also talk with each other about the future of farmers as managers, workers, leaders, activists, and family members. Farmer Guests: Ben Dana and Danielle Allen - […]

RESCHEDULED: Next Generation of Farmers Gathering

Greenfield Farmers Cooperation 269 High St., Greenfield, MA, United States

This event was originally scheduled for March 7th. It has been rescheduled for March 21st due to snow. Organized by farmers, for farmers. On Wednesday, March 21st at 6:00pm the Greenfield Farmers Cooperative Exchange will host an event for farmers who are carrying on their family business. The organizers, who are next generation farm owners […]

CISA Workshop: Improving Workplace Communication

Holyoke Community College Kittredge Center Room 301 303 Homestead Ave, Holyoke

(THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MARCH 22ND) Develop effective communication tools and explore strategies to improve our relationships with, and the well-being of farm employees. Presenter, Mary Jo Dudley of the Cornell Farmworker Program will address how to create a positive workplace and reduce communication misunderstandings including tips and tools for employers of foreign […]

HIP Suspension Regional Meeting

Holyoke Public Library 250 Chestnut Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) and Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) are holding regional meetings for our HIP partners and retailers. In February, you received notification from DTA regarding the upcoming suspension of the Healthy Incentives Program. We know that the HIP suspension impacts retailers in a more nuanced manner and hope […]

CISA Annual Meeting

Garden House at Look Park Northampton

CISA supporters and members, you are invited to our Annual Meeting at the Garden House at Look Park! Join with the CISA community to celebrate CISA's 25th anniversary, honor this year's Local Hero awardees, and participate in a vibrant discussion about our local food economy with CISA staff, board, and your community! Dinner will be […]

Farm to School Sales: Are They Right for Your Business?

The Food Bank of Western MA 97 North Hatfield Road, Hatfield, MA

Join CISA and MA Farm to School for School Food 101 introduction! Come learn what makes K-12 school meal programs distinct from other food service programs, how to cater to school meal providers, and how to troubleshoot potential barriers. We’ll discuss some of the unique benefits and opportunities of partnering with schools.  Representatives from schools […]