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SUMMARY:Soil Health 3-Ways - September Session
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT \nUnder the tutelage of CT NOFA Soil Health Program Manager\, Monique Bosch\, Soil Health 3-Ways participants will attend three virtual classes (via Zoom) that cover the three main properties of soil – physical\, chemical\, and biological – in the lead-up to an in-person\, practical application class. This 4-class course is intended for both commercial farmers and home gardeners to help them work with nature to produce healthy plants and nutrient-dense food. \nA single registration for this event includes access to all four classes in the course (descriptions\, dates\, and times detailed below). Zoom links for the virtual classes will be provided after registration. Attendance is limited to 22 participants. \nClass Details\nPhysical Properties (virtual) – September 10th\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\nYou will learn to interpret what type of soil and conditions you are working with\, using simple tools and methods. We will explore management practices for best structure\, texture\, and tilth. Understanding the physical properties of soil will help with many aspects of soil health that are often ignored. Rather than relying just on a chemical soil test\, physical testing will give us a better understanding of the actual make-up of our soils. This class will give you the ability to use simple tools to perform physical tests on soil to determine compaction\, soil texture\, structure and permeability. \nChemical Properties (virtual) – September 17th\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\nWe will learn how to interpret a chemical soil test\, analyzing macro and micro-nutrients\, pH\, Cation Exchange Capacity and Organic Matter content\, and how these values affect our soil’s ability to grow healthy plants and nutritious food. Using regenerative farming methods\, we will address issues of nutrient deficiency\, chemical imbalance\, and excesses. \nBiological Properties (virtual) – September 24th\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\nWe will study the ‘Soil Food Web\,’ learning about the living organisms in our soil\, from the visible to the microscopic. Using a microscope\, we will zoom in to study the microbial communities that live in our soils and compost. With an understanding of the complex trophic structure of life in our soils\, we can determine aggregate structure\, fungal/bacterial ratios\, as well as nutrient cycling\, all influenced by our soil management practices\, as well as the chemical and physical make-up of our soils. \nPractical Application (In-Person @ Assawaga Farm) – September 26th\, 1:00pm-4:00pm\nThe course will conclude with an in-person\, practical application meeting at Assawaga Farm in Putnam\, CT\, putting to use many of the skills and topics we have covered in the previous virtual sessions. We will perform physical testing of soil\, including methods that you can apply to your own land or garden. To help determine the life in soil\, we will have microscopes on-hand to study various soil/compost samples. Together\, we will explore how we can work with nature to create healthy\, living soil. \nCost\nThis course is free for all participants thanks to grant funding through the Transition to Organic Partnership Program. \nClick here to register for this course
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-3-ways-september-session/
LOCATION:Assawaga Farm\, 626 Providence Pike\, Putnam\, CT\, 06260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Soil Health,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T174744Z
CREATED:20260511T203342Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health 3-Ways - July Session
DESCRIPTION:Under the tutelage of CT NOFA Soil Health Program Manager\, Monique Bosch\, Soil Health 3-Ways participants will attend three virtual classes (via Zoom) that cover the three main properties of soil – physical\, chemical\, and biological – in the lead-up to an in-person\, practical application class. This 4-class course is intended for both commercial farmers and home gardeners to help them work with nature to produce healthy plants and nutrient-dense food. \nA single registration for this event includes access to all four classes in the course (descriptions\, dates\, and times detailed below). Zoom links for the virtual classes will be provided after registration. Attendance is limited to 22 participants. \nClass Details\nPhysical Properties (virtual) – July 9th\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\nYou will learn to interpret what type of soil and conditions you are working with\, using simple tools and methods. We will explore management practices for best structure\, texture\, and tilth. Understanding the physical properties of soil will help with many aspects of soil health that are often ignored. Rather than relying just on a chemical soil test\, physical testing will give us a better understanding of the actual make-up of our soils. This class will give you the ability to use simple tools to perform physical tests on soil to determine compaction\, soil texture\, structure and permeability. \nChemical Properties (virtual) – July 16th\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\nWe will learn how to interpret a chemical soil test\, analyzing macro and micro-nutrients\, pH\, Cation Exchange Capacity and Organic Matter content\, and how these values affect our soil’s ability to grow healthy plants and nutritious food. Using regenerative farming methods\, we will address issues of nutrient deficiency\, chemical imbalance\, and excesses. \nBiological Properties (virtual) – July 23rd\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\nWe will study the ‘Soil Food Web\,’ learning about the living organisms in our soil\, from the visible to the microscopic. Using a microscope\, we will zoom in to study the microbial communities that live in our soils and compost. With an understanding of the complex trophic structure of life in our soils\, we can determine aggregate structure\, fungal/bacterial ratios\, as well as nutrient cycling\, all influenced by our soil management practices\, as well as the chemical and physical make-up of our soils. \nPractical Application (In-Person @ The Hickories Farm) – July 25th\, 1:00pm-4:00pm\nThe course will conclude with an in-person\, practical application meeting at The Hickories Farm in Ridgefield\, CT\, putting to use many of the skills and topics we have covered in the previous virtual sessions. We will perform physical testing of soil\, including methods that you can apply to your own land or garden. To help determine the life in soil\, we will have microscopes on-hand to study various soil/compost samples. Together\, we will explore how we can work with nature to create healthy\, living soil. \nCost\nThis course is free for all participants thanks to grant funding through the Transition to Organic Partnership Program. \nClick here to register for this course
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-3-ways-july-session/
LOCATION:The Hickories\, 136 Lounsbury Road\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Soil Health,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T170000
DTSTAMP:20260713T194444Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Farming: Ecological and Legal Considerations for Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this free workshop on working with rare\, high-value plants\, including ginseng and goldenseal. \n\n\nForest farming offers an exciting strategy for cultivating high-value herbs within a natural forest setting. However\, some of these herb species are very rare in our state. These rare species are protected by state law\, adding complications for growers. \nJoin us for a workshop covering important ecological and legal considerations for forest farming of native medicinal herbs in Connecticut. This workshop will focus on two of the highest-value\, rare native herbs: American ginseng and goldenseal. We will discuss the basics of forest farming and delve into the details of working with these sensitive species. This is a free\, 3-hour event including a classroom presentation followed by a field walk\, but we ask that attendees please reserve a spot by clicking here. \n\n\n\n\nThis event is part of CT NOFA’s Equipment Share Program and is FREE to attend thanks to funding from the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP).
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/forest-farming-ecological-and-legal-considerations-for-connecticut/
LOCATION:The Hickories\, 136 Lounsbury Road\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner events,Training,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northeast Forest Farmers Coalition":MAILTO:northeastforestfarming@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T150000
DTSTAMP:20260210T215646Z
CREATED:20260210T215646Z
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SUMMARY:CT Grown Academy: Spring Marketing Webinar for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Connecticut’s certified organic farmers work hard to grow food with integrity — and customers want to understand what makes your operation (and your products) different. On March 2\, the Connecticut Department of Agriculture’s CT Grown Academy will host a focused session on Marketing & Branding Support for Certified Organic Producers\, designed to help you strengthen how you show up online and in-market. \nCT Grown Academy is a free educational series designed to help Connecticut farmers and agricultural producers improve their marketing and digital presence\, helping them to connect more effectively with consumers. This webinar continues that mission with practical\, organic-specific guidance you can apply right away. \nSpring is a critical season for Connecticut farms. It’s when customers begin planning where they will shop\, visit\, and buy local for the months ahead. How you promote your farm right now can shape your entire season. \nTo support farmers statewide\, CT Grown Organic is hosting a live\, free webinar through CT Grown Academy focused on practical ways to promote your farm for spring. \nLive Webinar Details\nDate: March 2\nTime: 1:00 PM \nWho should attend: Connecticut farmers of all types and sizes \nThis session will focus on simple\, effective marketing strategies to help farmers prepare for the spring season. \nThe webinar will also feature AliRose Grabarz\, Agricultural Marketing & Inspection Representative 2\, who will speak about opportunities available to CT Grown Organic farmers through the State of Connecticut\, including programs and resources designed to support farm visibility and growth. \nWhether you sell through a farm stand\, CSA\, farmers markets\, wholesale accounts\, or agritourism experiences\, this webinar is designed to provide practical takeaways you can use right away. \nThe webinar will be hosted live and will include time for questions and discussion. \nClick here to register to attend.\nCT Grown Academy is committed to supporting Connecticut farmers through education\, tools\, and resources that help farms thrive. We hope you will join us as we prepare for the spring season ahead. \nFunding was made possible by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service\, Organic Market Development Grant\, awarded and administered by the CT Department of Agriculture. Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the USDA.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/ct-grown-academy-spring-marketing-webinar-for-farmers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner events,Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260115T133235Z
CREATED:20260102T143429Z
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SUMMARY:Advocacy for the CT Environmental Rights Amendment - Training Session
DESCRIPTION:This will be an in-depth training session with state advocates and Maya van Rossum (founder and national leader of the movement for Green Amendments in states across the U.S.) to prepare advocates to reach out across their local communities\, respond to questions\, and neutralize opposition to the CT Environmental Rights Amendment. \nThis event will take place in the Buchanan Auditorium at the Mansfield Public Library in Mansfield Center\, CT. Light food and refreshments will be provided. \nClick here to register to join us for this free event.\nClick here to learn more about the Environmental Rights Amendment movement and Maya van Rossum\, or watch Maya van Rossum speak at the CT NOFA 2024 Winter Conference\, below.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/advocacy-for-the-ct-environmental-rights-amendment-training-session/
LOCATION:Mansfield Public Library\, 54 Warrenville Rd.\, Mansfield Center\, CT\, 06250\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T193000
DTSTAMP:20250506T144231Z
CREATED:20250428T175945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T144231Z
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SUMMARY:Aerated Compost Tea Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join this CT NOFA webinar to learn methods for brewing aerated compost tea to add beneficial microbes and plant-available nutrients directly to plants throughout the growing season. \nWe will cover regulations for brewing ‘certified organic’ compost tea\, which you can spray on crops up to the day of harvest. \nWe will look under the microscope to observe the biological diversity of compost teas\, using various recipes\, to best suit what you are growing. \nThis webinar is for gardeners and farmers who want to focus on working ‘with Nature’ to build healthy\, living soil to grow healthy\, resilient plants. \nThis webinar will be recorded and all registered participants will be provided with this recording. \nClick here to register for the course.\n\nAvailable Discounts\n\nAccredited Organic Land Care Professionals (AOLCPs) receive a 50% discount on registration for this course\, and it will count toward your required CEUs for 2025 – please email us to register.\nTOPP (Transition to Organic Partnership Program) participants may attend at no cost – please email us to register.\nCT NOFA members receive a 50% discount on registration – please email us to register.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/aerated-compost-tea-webinar/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Organic Land Care,Soil Health,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T130000
DTSTAMP:20241213T141015Z
CREATED:20241212T203753Z
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SUMMARY:Microscopy Training in Tyringham\, MA (Woven Roots Farm)
DESCRIPTION:Take control of your soil’s health! CT NOFA is excited to offer microscopy training at Woven Roots Farm in Tyringham\, MA\, this March. \n\nCourse Overview\nParticipants 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: \n\nBacteria : Fungi ratios – what they mean and why they’re important\nAggregate structure in soil/compost\nBacteria numbers and diversity\nQuality of fungi and what that means for your soil\nPredators – identify and quantify both aerobic and anaerobic microbes\nCompost tea and extracts – microbial populations that exist in real time\n\nThroughout the training we will discuss ways to create healthy\, living soil using regenerative agriculture techniques. At the completion of the training you will be ready to use your microscope to evaluate soil and compost\, with the ability to store the information in written and visual form\, to share\, and compare with future samples. \nTraining includes: \n\nOMAX Digital Compound Microscope\n3 Recorded Virtual Training Sessions (can be viewed at any time)\n1 In-Person training (select your location at registration)\n\n\nCourse Schedule\nThis course will be conducted over 3 pre-recorded virtual sessions (which can be viewed at any time)\, and 1 in-person training session. The three recorded virtual microscopy training sessions will be made available to all participants immediately\, for use at any time. This will be followed by an in-person session on Saturday\, March 15\, 10:00am-1:00pm\, at Woven Roots Farm in Tyringham\, MA. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER.\n\nTestimonials\nIn May of 2023\, the NOFA-NY education team had the great privilege to participate in soil microscopy training with Monique Bosch through CT-NOFA. The virtual training time let us get familiar with microscopes\, learn to identify aggregates\, fungal hyphae\, nematodes\, and some soil structure basics. The in-person training at Bard College was incredible! We found our own soil samples and analyzed them with students from the college\, allowing us to test our teaching skills and gain confidence. I highly recommend Monique and this program. I have been able to work with farmers and gardeners now to look at their soil structures and teach them about what they see. \nSamantha (NOFA-NY) \nAt Assawaga Farm\, our microscope is an indispensable tool for maintaining and improving our soil’s health. We use it to assess the biology of many things on the farm including potting soil\, compost\, teas\, as well as general soil tests from our fields\, and it allows us a better understanding of what the soil and crops need to be healthy\, productive\, and sustainable. Looking at our farm through a microscope opens up a whole new perspective that we use to inform our decisions. \nAlex Carpenter (Assawaga Farm\, Putnam\, CT)
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/microscopy-training-in-tyringham-ma-woven-roots-farm/
LOCATION:Woven Roots Farm\, 12 McCarty Road\, Tyringham\, MA\, 01264\, United States
CATEGORIES:Soil Health,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T130000
DTSTAMP:20241015T200835Z
CREATED:20240830T190335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T200835Z
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SUMMARY:Microscopy Training in Simsbury\, CT
DESCRIPTION:THIS SESSION IS NOW FULL\n \nClick here for other dates and locations \n\nCourse Overview\nParticipants 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: \n\nBacteria : Fungi ratios – what they mean and why they’re important\nAggregate structure in soil/compost\nBacteria numbers and diversity\nQuality of fungi and what that means for your soil\nPredators – identify and quantify both aerobic and anaerobic microbes\nCompost tea and extracts – microbial populations that exist in real time\n\nThroughout the training we will discuss ways to create healthy\, living soil using regenerative agriculture techniques. At the completion of the training you will be ready to use your microscope to evaluate soil and compost\, with the ability to store the information in written and visual form\, to share\, and compare with future samples. \nTraining includes: \n\nOMAX Digital Compound Microscope\n2 Live Virtual Training Sessions (schedule below)\n3 Recorded Virtual Training Sessions (can be viewed at any time)\n1 In-Person training (select your location at registration)\n\n\nCourse Schedule\nThis course will be conducted over 2 live virtual trainings\, 3 recorded virtual sessions (which can be viewed at any time)\, and 1 in-person training session. \n2 Live Virtual Trainings (via Zoom)\n\nSeptember 23\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\nSeptember 30\, 6:00pm-7:30pm\n\nParticipants who register after these virtual sessions have started\, or for any participants who are unable to attend a live virtual session\, recorded versions will be made available. \n3 Recorded Virtual Trainings (available any time)\nThree recorded microscopy training sessions will be made available to all participants\, for immediate or future use. \nIn-Person Training\n\nOctober 26\, 10:00am-1:00pm: Simsbury Community Farm\, Simsbury\, CT\n\nUnable to make the in-person training? Click here for other dates and locations. \n\nTestimonials\nIn May of 2023\, the NOFA-NY education team had the great privilege to participate in soil microscopy training with Monique Bosch through CT-NOFA. The virtual training time let us get familiar with microscopes\, learn to identify aggregates\, fungal hyphae\, nematodes\, and some soil structure basics. The in-person training at Bard College was incredible! We found our own soil samples and analyzed them with students from the college\, allowing us to test our teaching skills and gain confidence. I highly recommend Monique and this program. I have been able to work with farmers and gardeners now to look at their soil structures and teach them about what they see. \nSamantha (NOFA-NY) \nAt Assawaga Farm\, our microscope is an indispensable tool for maintaining and improving our soil’s health. We use it to assess the biology of many things on the farm including potting soil\, compost\, teas\, as well as general soil tests from our fields\, and it allows us a better understanding of what the soil and crops need to be healthy\, productive\, and sustainable. Looking at our farm through a microscope opens up a whole new perspective that we use to inform our decisions. \nAlex Carpenter (Assawaga Farm\, Putnam\, CT)
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/fall-microscopy-training-in-simsbury-ct/
LOCATION:Simsbury Community Farm\, 73 Wolcott Rd.\, Simsbury\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Soil Health,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T170000
DTSTAMP:20240925T191813Z
CREATED:20240925T191813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T191813Z
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SUMMARY:BCS Tractor Training & Compost Tea Training
DESCRIPTION:BCS Tractor Training & Compost Tea Making on the Farm\nThe first portion of the farm field day will include an informative training on how to safely operate a BCS tractor and attachments followed by networking & refreshments. The second half will include an overview on making compost tea and its importance. Come for either portion or stay for both! \nClick here to register for this free event.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/bcs-tractor-training-compost-tea-training/
LOCATION:Artza Mendi Farm\, 26 Lacroix Rd.\, Sprague\, CT\, 06330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day Workshop,Soil Health,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T130000
DTSTAMP:20240710T185003Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T185003Z
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SUMMARY:Compost Tea Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join CT NOFA as we explore how to make compost tea for various applications\, and what that looks like under the microscope. Compost tea is produced by actively aerating compost in water with added amendments. Beneficial microbes from the compost consume the amendments\, multiply by the billions\, and in 24 hours\, the finished compost tea can be applied to offer plant-available nutrients directly to the leaves and roots of plants. \nWe’ll brew various recipes\, from home-brewed tea in a 5-gallon bucket\, to a 50-gallon large scale brew for farms\, then apply the tea using various methods. \nAOLCPs can earn 3 CEUs and attend the course for only $20. Active NOFA members may also attend for only $20. Email us to receive the discount code before registering. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/compost-tea-workshop/
LOCATION:The Hickories\, 136 Lounsbury Road\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Organic Land Care,Training,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230302T160000
DTSTAMP:20230201T195552Z
CREATED:20230201T195552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230201T195552Z
UID:9250-1677762000-1677772800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health & Conservation Farm Equipment Day
DESCRIPTION:The event will include an exhibition of low and no-till farm equipment\, methods\, and results for all scales of farming. Workshops will cover best methods for no-till seeding\, crimping\, etc.\, along with cover crop implementation for soil health improvement. The day will include farmer-to-farmer sharing of best practices\, so farmers can exchange information on soil health methods that have worked on their farm. \nThis is a free event. REGISTER HERE.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-conservation-farm-equipment-day/
LOCATION:UConn Extension Center Annex\, 1066 Saybrook Rd.\, Haddam\, CT\, 06438\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T170000
DTSTAMP:20211007T195701Z
CREATED:20211007T195701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T195701Z
UID:8809-1634697000-1634749200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Winnow Wizard Seed Cleaning Workshop with Bill Braun
DESCRIPTION:Bill Braun is a farmer at Ivory Silo Farm in Westport\, MA\, growing organic vegetables\, herbs\, flowers\, fruit\, and seed. He is also the co-founder and executive director of Freed Seed Federation\, a farmer-run 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to place-based seed for the people. \nAt this workshop\, we will tour the 17 species of native plants in Founder Plots that are producing restoration seed for The Ecotype Project of CT NOFA. Learn how we are growing\, collecting\, and cleaning restoration seed to supply our ecoregion of the Northeast with the right plants in the right place. \nTogether\, Bill will show us how the Winnow Wizard works- a brilliant seed cleaning instrument open to members of CT NOFA for cleaning all types of seed. \nLearn how to process your seed crops as we demonstrate how to utilize this equipment for on-farm seed saving. \nPlease pre-register as spaces are limited. \n 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/winnow-wizard-seed-cleaning-workshop-with-bill-braun-2/
LOCATION:The Hickories\, 136 Lounsbury Road\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/2021-WInnow-Wizard-Workshop-scaled-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T023000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T170000
DTSTAMP:20211007T195701Z
CREATED:20211007T195701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T195701Z
UID:7246-1634697000-1634749200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Winnow Wizard Seed Cleaning Workshop with Bill Braun
DESCRIPTION:Bill Braun is a farmer at Ivory Silo Farm in Westport\, MA\, growing organic vegetables\, herbs\, flowers\, fruit\, and seed. He is also the co-founder and executive director of Freed Seed Federation\, a farmer-run 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to place-based seed for the people. \nAt this workshop\, we will tour the 17 species of native plants in Founder Plots that are producing restoration seed for The Ecotype Project of CT NOFA. Learn how we are growing\, collecting\, and cleaning restoration seed to supply our ecoregion of the Northeast with the right plants in the right place. \nTogether\, Bill will show us how the Winnow Wizard works- a brilliant seed cleaning instrument open to members of CT NOFA for cleaning all types of seed. \nLearn how to process your seed crops as we demonstrate how to utilize this equipment for on-farm seed saving. \nPlease pre-register as spaces are limited. \n 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/winnow-wizard-seed-cleaning-workshop-with-bill-braun/
LOCATION:The Hickories\, 136 Lounsbury Road\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/2021-WInnow-Wizard-Workshop-scaled-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210920T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210920T180000
DTSTAMP:20210625T031541Z
CREATED:20210625T031541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T031541Z
UID:8801-1632106800-1632160800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:No-till field day at Assawaga Farm
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/no-till-field-day-at-assawaga-farm-2/
LOCATION:Assawaga Farm\, 626 Providence Pike\, Putnam\, CT\, 06260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/no-till.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210920T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210920T180000
DTSTAMP:20210625T031541Z
CREATED:20210625T031541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T031541Z
UID:7043-1632106800-1632160800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:No-till field day at Assawaga Farm
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/no-till-field-day-at-assawaga-farm/
LOCATION:Assawaga Farm\, 626 Providence Pike\, Putnam\, CT\, 06260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/no-till.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T170000
DTSTAMP:20210511T141917Z
CREATED:20210511T141917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T141917Z
UID:8796-1621954800-1621962000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:No-Till Field Day at Sub Edge Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Sub Edge Farm for our first IN-PERSON workshop of 2021! \nTuesday\, May 25th from 3-5 pm (social hour to follow) \n\nWalk the fields with Rodger Phillips of Sub Edge Farm as he takes us on a tour\, demonstrating the no-till equipment he has been working with over the past 2 years.\nMeet up with Jim Hyde\, state agronomist at USDA NRCS\, to learn about their user-friendly cover crop information portal now available.\nLearn techniques you can take back to your farm; using physical clues as indicators of soil health\nSee Rodger’s new project; transitioning 100 acres of the farm to Organic.\nMeet up IN-PERSON with your fellow farmers in a safe\, outdoor environment\, as we begin to emerge from the pandemic restrictions of the past 14 months.\nEnjoy local beer and snacks during social hour from 5-6 pm.\n\n\nThis gathering is currently sold out. We will be releasing a recording of the day on June 2nd. 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/no-till-field-day-at-sub-edge-farm-2/
LOCATION:Sub Edge Farm\, 199 Town Farm Road\, Farmington\, 06032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Work Day,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/RODGER.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210525T170000
DTSTAMP:20210511T141917Z
CREATED:20210511T141917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210511T141917Z
UID:6940-1621954800-1621962000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:No-Till Field Day at Sub Edge Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Sub Edge Farm for our first IN-PERSON workshop of 2021! \nTuesday\, May 25th from 3-5 pm (social hour to follow) \n\nWalk the fields with Rodger Phillips of Sub Edge Farm as he takes us on a tour\, demonstrating the no-till equipment he has been working with over the past 2 years.\nMeet up with Jim Hyde\, state agronomist at USDA NRCS\, to learn about their user-friendly cover crop information portal now available.\nLearn techniques you can take back to your farm; using physical clues as indicators of soil health\nSee Rodger’s new project; transitioning 100 acres of the farm to Organic.\nMeet up IN-PERSON with your fellow farmers in a safe\, outdoor environment\, as we begin to emerge from the pandemic restrictions of the past 14 months.\nEnjoy local beer and snacks during social hour from 5-6 pm.\n\n\nThis gathering is currently sold out. We will be releasing a recording of the day on June 2nd. 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/no-till-field-day-at-sub-edge-farm/
LOCATION:Sub Edge Farm\, 199 Town Farm Road\, Farmington\, 06032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training,Work Day,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/RODGER.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T160000
DTSTAMP:20210510T184505Z
CREATED:20210510T184505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T184505Z
UID:8795-1621774800-1621785600@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Tools for Transitioning to No-Till Vegetable Production
DESCRIPTION:Are you working on a medium to large scale farm and interested in the tools you can use to minimize tillage and transition to no-till?  Join NOFA MASS at Simple Gifts Farm to learn from farm managers Jeremy Barker Plotkin and Dave Tepfer. Discuss the practices and tools they have tried\, and continue to use\, since moving towards no-till production over the past two years.  During this event we will:  \n\nTour the farm to learn and discuss the range practices being used  \nView a variety of tools being used to reduce soil disruption \nLearn several methods to assess soil health onsite with simple and inexpensive tools \n\nFor More Information and To Register CLICK HERE
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/tools-for-transitioning-to-no-till-vegetable-production-2/
LOCATION:Simple Gifts Farm – 1089 North Pleasant St.  North Amherst\, MA 01059\, 1089 North Pleasant St.\, North Amherst\, MA\, 01059
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Screen-Shot-2021-05-10-at-2.31.48-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210523T160000
DTSTAMP:20210510T184505Z
CREATED:20210510T184505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210510T184505Z
UID:6934-1621774800-1621785600@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Tools for Transitioning to No-Till Vegetable Production
DESCRIPTION:Are you working on a medium to large scale farm and interested in the tools you can use to minimize tillage and transition to no-till?  Join NOFA MASS at Simple Gifts Farm to learn from farm managers Jeremy Barker Plotkin and Dave Tepfer. Discuss the practices and tools they have tried\, and continue to use\, since moving towards no-till production over the past two years.  During this event we will:  \n\nTour the farm to learn and discuss the range practices being used  \nView a variety of tools being used to reduce soil disruption \nLearn several methods to assess soil health onsite with simple and inexpensive tools \n\nFor More Information and To Register CLICK HERE
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/tools-for-transitioning-to-no-till-vegetable-production/
LOCATION:Simple Gifts Farm – 1089 North Pleasant St.  North Amherst\, MA 01059\, 1089 North Pleasant St.\, North Amherst\, MA\, 01059
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Screen-Shot-2021-05-10-at-2.31.48-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T103000
DTSTAMP:20210412T203932Z
CREATED:20210412T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T203932Z
UID:8790-1619514000-1619519400@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Conversations with the Professionals: Ag Succession and Transition Planning with an Ag Accountant
DESCRIPTION:Join Ag Accountant Tracy Garofalo with MSC Business Services for information about Transition and Succession planning. \nA continuation of the fall webinar Plan for Now\, Prepare for the Future. Ag Accountant with MSC Business Services Tracy Garofalo is going to discuss in further details the ins and outs of Transition and Succession planning for your farm.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/conversations-with-the-professionals-ag-succession-and-transition-planning-with-an-ag-accountant-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-12-at-4.36.47-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T103000
DTSTAMP:20210412T203932Z
CREATED:20210412T203932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T203932Z
UID:6716-1619514000-1619519400@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Conversations with the Professionals: Ag Succession and Transition Planning with an Ag Accountant
DESCRIPTION:Join Ag Accountant Tracy Garofalo with MSC Business Services for information about Transition and Succession planning. \nA continuation of the fall webinar Plan for Now\, Prepare for the Future. Ag Accountant with MSC Business Services Tracy Garofalo is going to discuss in further details the ins and outs of Transition and Succession planning for your farm.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/conversations-with-the-professionals-ag-succession-and-transition-planning-with-an-ag-accountant/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Screen-Shot-2021-04-12-at-4.36.47-PM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T130000
DTSTAMP:20210205T003029Z
CREATED:20210205T003029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T003029Z
UID:8783-1617796800-1619010000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Microscope Series: Healthy Soil Under the Microscope
DESCRIPTION:Join us at noon on Wednesdays in April\, as we zoom in on ‘Microbes Having Lunch’\, under the microscope. \nWeek 1 (April 7): Learn about the diversity of organisms that make up the ‘soil food web’. From the tiniest one-celled bacteria\, algae\, fungi\, and protozoa\, to the more complex nematodes and micro-arthropods. \nWeek 2 (April 14): Learn how to keep microbes in your soil ‘alive and well’. In return\, these soil organisms will provide nutrients for the plants\, build organic matter\, aggregate soil particles together\, and help plants resist ‘stress’. \nWeek 3 (April 21): Learn how to make healthy\, living compost\, compost tea\, and extractions\, then how to use a microscope to identify the microbes\, and quality. \n  \nHealthy Living Soil Grows Healthy Nutritious Food.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/lunchtime-microscope-series-healthy-soil-under-the-microscope-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Soil-and-Shovel-500x331-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T130000
DTSTAMP:20210205T003029Z
CREATED:20210205T003029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T003029Z
UID:6541-1617796800-1619010000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Lunchtime Microscope Series: Healthy Soil Under the Microscope
DESCRIPTION:Join us at noon on Wednesdays in April\, as we zoom in on ‘Microbes Having Lunch’\, under the microscope. \nWeek 1 (April 7): Learn about the diversity of organisms that make up the ‘soil food web’. From the tiniest one-celled bacteria\, algae\, fungi\, and protozoa\, to the more complex nematodes and micro-arthropods. \nWeek 2 (April 14): Learn how to keep microbes in your soil ‘alive and well’. In return\, these soil organisms will provide nutrients for the plants\, build organic matter\, aggregate soil particles together\, and help plants resist ‘stress’. \nWeek 3 (April 21): Learn how to make healthy\, living compost\, compost tea\, and extractions\, then how to use a microscope to identify the microbes\, and quality. \n  \nHealthy Living Soil Grows Healthy Nutritious Food.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/lunchtime-microscope-series-healthy-soil-under-the-microscope/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Soil-and-Shovel-500x331-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T133000
DTSTAMP:20210203T231923Z
CREATED:20210203T231923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T231923Z
UID:6517-1614168000-1615383000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Road to Organic Certification
DESCRIPTION:Three Wednesdays starting February 24th.\nWorkshop dates: February 24\, March 3\, March 10th\nFree \n  \n \n  \nAre you a farmer who wants to obtain organic certification? \nAre you thinking of starting a farm and wondering if organic certification makes sense for you? \nThis multi-course workshop will guide you through the organic crop and livestock certification process. \nWe’ll start with an overview of the certification process including a description of what’s allowed\, prohibited and restricted under the organic standards.  Next we’ll cover how to find a certifying agent and work with them to complete your organic system plan.  Finally\, we’ll walk through the on-farm organic inspection and your ongoing responsibilities as a certified organic farmer. \nThis workshop will provide you all the tools you need to have your farm certified organic. \nSession 1 – February 24th\, 2021 \nWe will delve into a short history of organic farming and its history as an agricultural movement and how it came to be expressed in the process of certification\, whose purpose and components will be explored. We will discuss the applicability of the Federal Regulations including what has to be certified\, record keeping requirements and allowed and prohibited substances and methods. \nSession 2 – March 3rd\, 2021 \nWe will cover production and record-keeping requirements and provide you with resources to develop an “Organic System Plan”\, a written record of how you will manage your farm.  Key components include soil and crop management and protecting the organic integrity of your farm and products. We expect to be joined by several certified organic farmers who will tell their stories and answer your questions. \nSession 3 – March 10th\, 2021 \nOur discussion will continue by covering the management of greenhouses and buffers. We’ll delve into record-keeping options and the certification process including farm management during the transition process. A guest from a regional certification agency will join our discussion and answer questions. \n  \nAbout the speaker:\n \nAl Johnson farmed & market gardened organically for 12 years and has been an organic inspector for the past 32 years.  The original organic certification standards for NOFA-NJ were written around his kitchen table. He is currently the VP of NOFA-NJ and Co-President of the 7-chapter NOFA Interstate Council. He has taught farming and gardening workshops throughout the northeast for many years.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/pathstoorganic/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/raddish-scaled-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T133000
DTSTAMP:20210203T231923Z
CREATED:20210203T231923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210203T231923Z
UID:8781-1614168000-1615383000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Road to Organic Certification
DESCRIPTION:Three Wednesdays starting February 24th.\nWorkshop dates: February 24\, March 3\, March 10th\nFree \n  \n \n  \nAre you a farmer who wants to obtain organic certification? \nAre you thinking of starting a farm and wondering if organic certification makes sense for you? \nThis multi-course workshop will guide you through the organic crop and livestock certification process. \nWe’ll start with an overview of the certification process including a description of what’s allowed\, prohibited and restricted under the organic standards.  Next we’ll cover how to find a certifying agent and work with them to complete your organic system plan.  Finally\, we’ll walk through the on-farm organic inspection and your ongoing responsibilities as a certified organic farmer. \nThis workshop will provide you all the tools you need to have your farm certified organic. \nSession 1 – February 24th\, 2021 \nWe will delve into a short history of organic farming and its history as an agricultural movement and how it came to be expressed in the process of certification\, whose purpose and components will be explored. We will discuss the applicability of the Federal Regulations including what has to be certified\, record keeping requirements and allowed and prohibited substances and methods. \nSession 2 – March 3rd\, 2021 \nWe will cover production and record-keeping requirements and provide you with resources to develop an “Organic System Plan”\, a written record of how you will manage your farm.  Key components include soil and crop management and protecting the organic integrity of your farm and products. We expect to be joined by several certified organic farmers who will tell their stories and answer your questions. \nSession 3 – March 10th\, 2021 \nOur discussion will continue by covering the management of greenhouses and buffers. We’ll delve into record-keeping options and the certification process including farm management during the transition process. A guest from a regional certification agency will join our discussion and answer questions. \n  \nAbout the speaker:\n \nAl Johnson farmed & market gardened organically for 12 years and has been an organic inspector for the past 32 years.  The original organic certification standards for NOFA-NJ were written around his kitchen table. He is currently the VP of NOFA-NJ and Co-President of the 7-chapter NOFA Interstate Council. He has taught farming and gardening workshops throughout the northeast for many years.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/pathstoorganic-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/raddish-scaled-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210222T170000
DTSTAMP:20210122T154911Z
CREATED:20210122T154911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T154911Z
UID:8780-1614006000-1614013200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks 4-Week Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Dig Deep into Your Farm Financials\nYou have questions about your business – whether its understanding how to be more profitable or knowing whether you can afford a piece of new equipment. Most answers to these questions can be found in your bookkeeping system. \nIn this 4 week workshop\, we’ll dig deep into QuickBooks helping you get the answers you need to improve profitability and cash flow; and maintain financial sustainability. \nLive classes begin Monday\, February 22\, 2021\, and meet online 2 hours each week. In four weeks\, you will learn how to: \n\nSet up your QuickBooks\nEnter in basic and complex transactions\nManage cash flow\nRun (and read!) reports\n\nIn other words\, get the answers you need to better manage your business! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to farmers and service providers (business advisors). Farmers will have the opportunity to partner with a business advisor as they put into practice these new skills. Service Providers will have the opportunity to practice their QuickBooks coaching skills with farmers.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/quickbooks-4-week-intensive-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Screen-Shot-2021-01-22-at-10.47.21-AM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210222T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210222T170000
DTSTAMP:20210122T154911Z
CREATED:20210122T154911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210122T154911Z
UID:6507-1614006000-1614013200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:QuickBooks 4-Week Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Dig Deep into Your Farm Financials\nYou have questions about your business – whether its understanding how to be more profitable or knowing whether you can afford a piece of new equipment. Most answers to these questions can be found in your bookkeeping system. \nIn this 4 week workshop\, we’ll dig deep into QuickBooks helping you get the answers you need to improve profitability and cash flow; and maintain financial sustainability. \nLive classes begin Monday\, February 22\, 2021\, and meet online 2 hours each week. In four weeks\, you will learn how to: \n\nSet up your QuickBooks\nEnter in basic and complex transactions\nManage cash flow\nRun (and read!) reports\n\nIn other words\, get the answers you need to better manage your business! \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to farmers and service providers (business advisors). Farmers will have the opportunity to partner with a business advisor as they put into practice these new skills. Service Providers will have the opportunity to practice their QuickBooks coaching skills with farmers.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/quickbooks-4-week-intensive/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Screen-Shot-2021-01-22-at-10.47.21-AM.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T210000
DTSTAMP:20201130T063434Z
CREATED:20201130T063434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T063434Z
UID:8768-1612375200-1612386000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:EXPLORING THE SMALL FARM DREAM: FEBRUARY 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 2021 6-9 PM
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever thought about starting a farm?  Whether your vision includes making goat cheese\, selling cut flowers\, or growing rare tomato varieties\, this course\, offered by NOFA NJ\, will give you the tools to start making that dream come true. Whether you are thinking of going into farming full-time\, part-time\, or expanding an existing hobby farm into a business\, this course will help you turn your farm dream into an actionable farm plan. There are four evening classes online as well as an optional daytime farm tour\, TBA. Tuition is $300.00 for NOFA-NJ members and $350 for NOFA-NJ non-members including all course materials. The instructor is Jess Niederer is a 13th generation farmer in Hopewell\, New Jersey. Jess has been teaching this course since 2008
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/exploring-the-small-farm-dream-february-3-10-17-24-2021-6-9-pm-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Jessica-Niederer-New-Jersey-Organic-Farming.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210203T210000
DTSTAMP:20201130T063434Z
CREATED:20201130T063434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T063434Z
UID:6241-1612375200-1612386000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:EXPLORING THE SMALL FARM DREAM: FEBRUARY 3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 2021 6-9 PM
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever thought about starting a farm?  Whether your vision includes making goat cheese\, selling cut flowers\, or growing rare tomato varieties\, this course\, offered by NOFA NJ\, will give you the tools to start making that dream come true. Whether you are thinking of going into farming full-time\, part-time\, or expanding an existing hobby farm into a business\, this course will help you turn your farm dream into an actionable farm plan. There are four evening classes online as well as an optional daytime farm tour\, TBA. Tuition is $300.00 for NOFA-NJ members and $350 for NOFA-NJ non-members including all course materials. The instructor is Jess Niederer is a 13th generation farmer in Hopewell\, New Jersey. Jess has been teaching this course since 2008
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/exploring-the-small-farm-dream-february-3-10-17-24-2021-6-9-pm/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Grass to Garden in Under 3 Hours
DESCRIPTION:If you’re just getting started planning your corona virus victory garden and need some friendly guidance\, this webinar is for you!  Lydia and Caro from NOFA MASS built a simple\, classic raised bed garden together (while physically distancing!) from lawn to planting seeds in just two and a half hours. We documented the process and will share what we did\, explaining how start a simple raised bed vegetable garden from scratch. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nMaterials\, tools & budget\nBasic raised bed construction\n\n\nHow to prep the area\nHow to fill it (and with what)\nBasic considerations for fertility\nMulching\nPlanting\n\nWe’ll also touch briefly on basic season extension for a raised bed and will discuss seed and seedling sourcing in the context of corona-virus related stresses on seed companies and farms. And\, of course\, we’ll take your questions! \nFor information on siting your garden\, including considerations for planting a garden safely in soils that may have contaminants\, please see our previous webinar\, Starting a Garden Safely in Urban and Suburban Soils. \nLydia Sivel-Irons: Producer-Host of the NOFA/Mass Podcast & NOFA/Mass PR Coordinator. \nCaro Roszell: NOFA/Mass Education Director\, Soil Carbon Program Coordinator & owner-operator of New Wendell Farm\, a 1/2 acre market garden serving Wendell Massachusetts. \nTo Register\, visit: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1090234355258415115 \nLydia and Caro building a garden together safely\, wearing masks\nand staying at least 12 feet apart at all times! \n  \nNOFA MASS is offering these Video Gatherings for FREE as a service to the community to respond to the current needs for home-based food production/ preparation skills. NOFA MASS asks: “If you learned something of value\, please consider making a donation to help keep our organization going during this difficult time. Thank you so much!” \n 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/webinar-grazing-for-health-creating-nutrient-dense-animal-foods-from-soil-to-milk-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Training
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