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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:20260725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T160000
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260901T142725Z
CREATED:20260511T203838Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
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SUMMARY:CT NOFA Microscopy Training
DESCRIPTION:CT NOFA microscopy training is back this October! Participants will learn how to use a microscope to view various soils and composts\, looking at the different soil structures and the microbes that thrive in healthy soil\, how to prepare a slide for viewing\, what you might find\, and how to evaluate your findings. \nStandard price: $675 \nCT NOFA member price: $625 \nCourse price includes a microscope and materials kit\, all yours to keep. Please note\, to access CT NOFA member pricing\, you must login at the ticketing page by clicking the ‘login’ button in the upper right hand corner. If you cannot login in as a member and believe your membership is current\, please email us for support. \nCourse includes three sessions: \nOnline sessions\nOctober 13\, 6:00pm-7:30pm \nOctober 20\, 6:00pm-7:30pm \nIn-Person session @ Auer Farm\nOctober 24\, 11:00am-2:00pm \nAuer Farm – 158 Auer Farm Rd.\, Bloomfield\, CT 06002 \nGET TICKETS\n\nWhat You Get\nAll participants will receive a sampling kit along with their deluxe microscope\, capable of connecting to a computer to record and save microscopic video. \nDeluxe microscope package \nMicroscopy sampling kit and materials \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nMicroscopy Training in Action!\nMicroscopy training at Woven Roots Farm \nMicroscopy training at Massaro Community Farm \nMicroscopy training at Bard College \nMicroscopy training at The Hickories \n 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/ctnofa-microscopy-training-october2026/
LOCATION:Auer Farm\, 158 Auer Farm Rd.\, Bloomfield\, CT\, 06002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Soil Health,Training,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270313T180000
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SUMMARY:CT NOFA's 45th Annual Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:CT NOFA is proud to present our 45th Winter Conference\, featuring a series of virtual workshops on March 9-11 in the lead up to our full day\, in-person gathering and celebration on March 13\, 2027 at Wesleyan University in Middletown\, Connecticut. \n\n\nWe’ll be offering a variety of workshops\, covering topics such as farming\, organic land care\, government policy\, homesteading and gardening\, food equity and justice\, and more\, including a soon-to-be announced keynote speaker. Our in-person celebration will also feature the presentation of the Bill Duesing Organic Living on the Earth award. \nVisit our conference’s dedicated webpage to learn more about tickets\, workshops\, exhibitors\, sponsorship\, and more.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/ct-nofa-45th-annual-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Wesleyan University\, 45 Wyllys Ave\, Middletown\, CT\, 06457
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Conferences,Organic Land Care,Speaker,Symposium,Training,Webinar,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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