Homestead, mentor, and heirloom seed saver, Daniel Botkin, will tell stories and show slides illustrating key strategies and tactics which have served him for 28 years on his five acre, hand-powered food forest in Gill, MA. Daniel practices a robust "no-till", mulch-centric style of four season farming featuring a diversity of seasonal annuals and perennials. […]
Photo from Fantastic Fungi website Join CISA for a movie screening and panel discussion of Fantastic Fungi! Tuesday, December 5th at 7:30pm Buy tickets here! https://tinyurl.com/3z6xk989 Presented in partnership with Amherst Cinema. Featuring a post-screening panel discussion with: Julia Coffey, Mycoterra Farm Hunter Linscott, Livingstone Mycology Paul Lagrèze, New England Wild Edibles Moderator: Claire Morenon, CISA FANTASTIC FUNGI is a […]
Register here! MDAR is hosting a webinar on December 7th at 1pm on USDA’s Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP) - a new program, authorized by Section 22007(e) of the Inflation Reduction Act, that will provide financial assistance to farmers, ranchers and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in USDA farm lending programs prior to 2021. The ability to qualify to receive […]
It’s more satisfying and profitable to keep your current customers happy than to chase after new customers. This interactive workshop will demonstrate five strategies for boosting customer loyalty, including knowing your customers’ wants and needs, providing stellar customer service, implementing loyalty programs, clarifying your brand, and creating compelling communications. You’ll see examples of what successful […]
This webinar will focus on energy use and conservation in high tunnel and greenhouse production. Energy costs can be substantial in a smaller diversified production system and reducing electric bills can help the bottom line. We'll understand energy costs and how to approach an energy assessment of your farm. We’ll then talk about energy efficient […]
In this course, you will learn how to: Create a mission and vision for your business Develop a budget and a plan to fund your business Create a marketing plan for your business Set goals and create a timeline for your farm business to grow Weave those elements together into a cohesive business plan Course […]
¡Prepare el Anexo F para los impuestos de 2023! CAMBIO DE FECHA: Miercoles, 10 de enero, 5:30-7pm ¡Registrar aquí! Este taller tiene como objetivo enseñar a los agricultores los fundamentos de la elaboración de presupuestos y el mantenimiento de registros con el objetivo de poder ser agricultores de acuerdo con la ley de Massachusetts. Le […]
An overview of insurance programs relevant to vegetable and small fruit producers in New England. This workshop is intended for those with little to no prior experience with insurance and wondering what the options are and if they are right for your farm. Or for those looking for a refresher or updates. We will hear […]