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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210126
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SUMMARY:Virtual Compost 2021
DESCRIPTION:Natasha Duarte\n\n\nComposting Association of Vermont\, Inc. | Hinesburg\, VT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVermont’s Universal Recycling Law drives infrastructure development throughout the state.\n\n\n\n\n\n The biggest impediment to diverting more organics is the “infrastructure gap.” Listen to speakers from rural and urban states on the East and West coasts talk about their efforts to shrink the “compost deserts”.\n\n\n\n\n\nSession Code: B3\n\n\nSession Time: Wed\, January 27\, Round 3\, 12 – 1:15 PM EST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Profile\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDan Goossen\n\n\nChittenden Solid Waste District |Williston\, VT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPersistent Herbicides in Compost: An Update\n\n\n\n\n\nWhile physical contaminants like plastic and glass are obvious headaches for compost manufacturers\, chemical contamination has been getting headlines around the country. Get updates and learn what you can do to protect yourself from two: Persistent Herbicide and PFAS.\n\n\n\n\n\nSession Code: C3\n\n\nSession Time:  Wed\, January 27\, Round 3\, 12:00-1:15 PM EST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Profile\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRob Herring\n\n\nEarth Conscious Films | “The Need to Grow”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCoffee in the workplace and the role of compostable pods\, pre-pandemic and future looking\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Movie Writer and Director Rob Herring in a lively discussion with Kathy Kellogg Johnson and Rod Tyler on the creation and consequences of The Need to Grow. Free limited time viewing passes available to all conference registrants!\n\n\n\n\n\nSession Name: Evening Discussion\n\n\nSession Time: Tues\, January 26\, 7:00-8:00 PM EST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Profile
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/virtual-compost-2021/
CATEGORIES:Partner events,Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T131500
DTSTAMP:20210108T154449Z
CREATED:20210108T154449Z
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UID:6465-1611143100-1611148500@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:CONNECTICUT HEMP WEBINAR SERIES 2021 (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:Part 1: Webinar Series for Growers (FREE)\nThese webinars will be live\, with opportunities to interact with other growers before and after the talks\, and opportunities to ask the speakers questions. \nThe webinars will also be recorded so attendees can come back for review\, to watch when able\, and/or send to other growers. \nJanuary 20 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nGrowing CBD Hemp: Regulations\, Seed & Hybrid Selection \n  \nFebruary 17 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nGrowing Hemp Indoors: Planting\, Propagation\, & Clones \n  \nMarch 17 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nGrowing Hemp Successfully: Transplanting into the Field\, Soil Health\, & Fertilizers \n  \nApril 7 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nHemp IPM: Diseases -Scouting & Management \n  \nApril 21 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nProcessing 101 \n  \nMay 5 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nHemp IPM: Insect Pests & Weeds
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/connecticut-hemp-webinar-series-2021-free/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210120T131500
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UID:8776-1611143100-1611148500@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:CONNECTICUT HEMP WEBINAR SERIES 2021 (FREE)
DESCRIPTION:Part 1: Webinar Series for Growers (FREE)\nThese webinars will be live\, with opportunities to interact with other growers before and after the talks\, and opportunities to ask the speakers questions. \nThe webinars will also be recorded so attendees can come back for review\, to watch when able\, and/or send to other growers. \nJanuary 20 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nGrowing CBD Hemp: Regulations\, Seed & Hybrid Selection \n  \nFebruary 17 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nGrowing Hemp Indoors: Planting\, Propagation\, & Clones \n  \nMarch 17 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nGrowing Hemp Successfully: Transplanting into the Field\, Soil Health\, & Fertilizers \n  \nApril 7 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nHemp IPM: Diseases -Scouting & Management \n  \nApril 21 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nProcessing 101 \n  \nMay 5 | 11:45am-1:15pm • Register HERE \nHemp IPM: Insect Pests & Weeds
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/connecticut-hemp-webinar-series-2021-free-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210103T170000
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UID:6364-1609686000-1609693200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:REAL ORGANIC  SYMPOSIUM
DESCRIPTION:EVERY SUNDAY IN JANUARY 2021 \n\n\nA virtual series of talks and  panels with more than 50 prominent organic farmers\, scientists\, and climate activists \n\nSession 1: What is the Real Organic Project?\n\n\nIt’s not an ordinary certifying organization. Tractor rallies\, protests\, grassroots gatherings\, and passionate voices are the heart of the Real Organic Project. It represents the farmers who want to provide food the right way. No cutting corners. It’s a group of people who care about agricultural systems and are fighting to reclaim the word “Organic” — a word that was stolen by lobbyists and big agricultural corporations. It’s a movement to provide the transparency that we need. \n​
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/real-organic-symposium/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210103T170000
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UID:8774-1609686000-1609693200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:REAL ORGANIC  SYMPOSIUM
DESCRIPTION:EVERY SUNDAY IN JANUARY 2021 \n\n\nA virtual series of talks and  panels with more than 50 prominent organic farmers\, scientists\, and climate activists \n\nSession 1: What is the Real Organic Project?\n\n\nIt’s not an ordinary certifying organization. Tractor rallies\, protests\, grassroots gatherings\, and passionate voices are the heart of the Real Organic Project. It represents the farmers who want to provide food the right way. No cutting corners. It’s a group of people who care about agricultural systems and are fighting to reclaim the word “Organic” — a word that was stolen by lobbyists and big agricultural corporations. It’s a movement to provide the transparency that we need. \n​
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/real-organic-symposium-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201205T120000
DTSTAMP:20201116T180333Z
CREATED:20201116T180333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T180333Z
UID:6184-1607162400-1607169600@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Workshop - Soil Microscopy
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we ‘zoom in’ on soil biology \nTopics Include: \n\nEffects of chemicals and tillage on soil life\nWays to bring soil ‘back to life’\nEvaluating soil structure\nStep-by-step instructions on using a microscope to study soil\, compost and compost tea\n\nA thriving soil biology is key to growing healthy\, nutrient dense food. We’ll take a look at how soil management practices affect microbes in the soil\, from tillage to cover crops\, to chemical fertilizers and pesticides. \n     \nMicroscopes can give us a new set of eyes to see what’s going on in our soil\, compost and compost tea. \nNo prior microscopy experience necessary.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/advanced-workshop-microscopy-101/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201205T120000
DTSTAMP:20201116T180333Z
CREATED:20201116T180333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T180333Z
UID:8765-1607162400-1607169600@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Workshop - Soil Microscopy
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we ‘zoom in’ on soil biology \nTopics Include: \n\nEffects of chemicals and tillage on soil life\nWays to bring soil ‘back to life’\nEvaluating soil structure\nStep-by-step instructions on using a microscope to study soil\, compost and compost tea\n\nA thriving soil biology is key to growing healthy\, nutrient dense food. We’ll take a look at how soil management practices affect microbes in the soil\, from tillage to cover crops\, to chemical fertilizers and pesticides. \n     \nMicroscopes can give us a new set of eyes to see what’s going on in our soil\, compost and compost tea. \nNo prior microscopy experience necessary.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/advanced-workshop-microscopy-101-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T130000
DTSTAMP:20201203T013506Z
CREATED:20201203T013506Z
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SUMMARY:Members-Only Webinar: Farming the Sound Sustainably
DESCRIPTION:*Become a member and gain exclusive access to this webinar.  Already a member? Check your email for a special invitation!  \nJoin us to dive into how regenerative ocean farming is restoring the health of the Sound and fighting climate change through sustainably raising seaweed and shellfish. Our special guest Kendall Barbery of Greenwave will explain how they are building a better future for farmers and the environment\, and why regenerative ocean farming can address a myriad environmental issues we face today including climate change\, destruction of marine ecosystems\, and plastic overconsumption. \nSave the Sound’s Director of Water Quality Peter Linderoth and Soundkeeper Bill Luceywill also highlight Save the Sound’s role in two exciting regional projects: an innovative nature-based solution to cleaner water using sugar kelp led by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and oyster reef restoration in the Bronx with City Island Oyster Reef Project.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/members-only-webinar-farming-the-sound-sustainably-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201204T130000
DTSTAMP:20201203T013506Z
CREATED:20201203T013506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201203T013506Z
UID:6281-1607083200-1607086800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Members-Only Webinar: Farming the Sound Sustainably
DESCRIPTION:*Become a member and gain exclusive access to this webinar.  Already a member? Check your email for a special invitation!  \nJoin us to dive into how regenerative ocean farming is restoring the health of the Sound and fighting climate change through sustainably raising seaweed and shellfish. Our special guest Kendall Barbery of Greenwave will explain how they are building a better future for farmers and the environment\, and why regenerative ocean farming can address a myriad environmental issues we face today including climate change\, destruction of marine ecosystems\, and plastic overconsumption. \nSave the Sound’s Director of Water Quality Peter Linderoth and Soundkeeper Bill Luceywill also highlight Save the Sound’s role in two exciting regional projects: an innovative nature-based solution to cleaner water using sugar kelp led by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and oyster reef restoration in the Bronx with City Island Oyster Reef Project.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/members-only-webinar-farming-the-sound-sustainably/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T203000
DTSTAMP:20201130T061807Z
CREATED:20201130T061807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T061807Z
UID:6235-1606849200-1606854600@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Bioremediation for Urban Soils
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA MASS online for the second of two evening events where we will learn from soil experts about bioremediation and how we are using plants and soil biology to ameliorate contaminated soil. In collaboration with the Mass Dept. of Ag. Resources we are tracking the results of our bioremediation test plots in several urban farming locations in Springfield Mass. During this live interactive event we will hear from our project bioremediation consultant Nance Klehm and Ibrahim Ali of Gardening The Community in Springfield along with youth participants to learn about the methods being used in their trial plots.\nIf bioremediation using microbiology and plant partners is effective\, such an approach can be beneficial by:\n• reducing costs by eliminating the need for expensive barriers and truckloads of loam\n• provide a deeper\, more functional soil\n• Improving soil in the long run for growing crops\, while breaking down toxic hydrocarbons and removing heavy metals to non-food-producing areas\nAgenda:\n• 7:00pm – Welcome and Introductions\n• 7:10pm – Bioremediation Overview\n• 7:30pm – Bioremediation in Process\n• 8:00pm – Questions and Discussion\n• 8:30pm – Wrap Up & Thank You \nclick HERE to For More Info
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/bioremediation-for-urban-soils/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201201T203000
DTSTAMP:20201130T061807Z
CREATED:20201130T061807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201130T061807Z
UID:8767-1606849200-1606854600@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Bioremediation for Urban Soils
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA MASS online for the second of two evening events where we will learn from soil experts about bioremediation and how we are using plants and soil biology to ameliorate contaminated soil. In collaboration with the Mass Dept. of Ag. Resources we are tracking the results of our bioremediation test plots in several urban farming locations in Springfield Mass. During this live interactive event we will hear from our project bioremediation consultant Nance Klehm and Ibrahim Ali of Gardening The Community in Springfield along with youth participants to learn about the methods being used in their trial plots.\nIf bioremediation using microbiology and plant partners is effective\, such an approach can be beneficial by:\n• reducing costs by eliminating the need for expensive barriers and truckloads of loam\n• provide a deeper\, more functional soil\n• Improving soil in the long run for growing crops\, while breaking down toxic hydrocarbons and removing heavy metals to non-food-producing areas\nAgenda:\n• 7:00pm – Welcome and Introductions\n• 7:10pm – Bioremediation Overview\n• 7:30pm – Bioremediation in Process\n• 8:00pm – Questions and Discussion\n• 8:30pm – Wrap Up & Thank You \nclick HERE to For More Info
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/bioremediation-for-urban-soils-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T203000
DTSTAMP:20201109T124747Z
CREATED:20201109T124747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T124747Z
UID:6148-1605726000-1605731400@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Why Organic Now? Linking Social Justice to Personal and Planetary Health A Virtual Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:NOFA-NH is proud to present “Why Organic Now? Linking Social Justice to Personal and Planetary Health\,” a FREE virtual panel discussion followed by a live Q & A. \n​ \nHumanity’s connection to one another and the planet is deeply rooted in agriculture. Spanning thousands of years across countless generations\, farming is a pillar of society\, just as food is an essential element of daily life. NOFA-NH believes that everyone has a right to nutritious\, local\, and culturally appropriate food. NOFA-NH also believes that those who tend to our food – farmers and farm workers – have a fundamental right to fair labor\, fair wages\, safe working conditions\, and access to resources that will enable them to feed their communities. While holding these beliefs\, we’re equally aware of the many challenges currently facing our food system\, including the troubling persistence of food insecurity\, injustice\, and the environmental crisis affecting our state and nation. \n\nThese challenges have highlighted the importance of organic growing and eating as practical steps for countering unfair labor practices\, unhealthy and inaccessible food supplies\, and climate change. People in New Hampshire and the Northeast are working together to build an equitable food system that strives to improve economic vitality\, resilience\, biodiversity\, and health for all. \n\nWe invite you to join us in a virtual discussion with leaders from around the state and region to explore specific ways that localized\, organic\, regenerative growing and eating can contribute to the repair of unjust social structures\, personal health\, and the environment that sustains us.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/why-organic-now-linking-social-justice-to-personal-and-planetary-health-a-virtual-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner events,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T203000
DTSTAMP:20201109T124747Z
CREATED:20201109T124747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201109T124747Z
UID:8762-1605726000-1605731400@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Why Organic Now? Linking Social Justice to Personal and Planetary Health A Virtual Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:NOFA-NH is proud to present “Why Organic Now? Linking Social Justice to Personal and Planetary Health\,” a FREE virtual panel discussion followed by a live Q & A. \n​ \nHumanity’s connection to one another and the planet is deeply rooted in agriculture. Spanning thousands of years across countless generations\, farming is a pillar of society\, just as food is an essential element of daily life. NOFA-NH believes that everyone has a right to nutritious\, local\, and culturally appropriate food. NOFA-NH also believes that those who tend to our food – farmers and farm workers – have a fundamental right to fair labor\, fair wages\, safe working conditions\, and access to resources that will enable them to feed their communities. While holding these beliefs\, we’re equally aware of the many challenges currently facing our food system\, including the troubling persistence of food insecurity\, injustice\, and the environmental crisis affecting our state and nation. \n\nThese challenges have highlighted the importance of organic growing and eating as practical steps for countering unfair labor practices\, unhealthy and inaccessible food supplies\, and climate change. People in New Hampshire and the Northeast are working together to build an equitable food system that strives to improve economic vitality\, resilience\, biodiversity\, and health for all. \n\nWe invite you to join us in a virtual discussion with leaders from around the state and region to explore specific ways that localized\, organic\, regenerative growing and eating can contribute to the repair of unjust social structures\, personal health\, and the environment that sustains us.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/why-organic-now-linking-social-justice-to-personal-and-planetary-health-a-virtual-panel-discussion-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Partner events,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T130000
DTSTAMP:20201017T224818Z
CREATED:20201017T224818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201017T224818Z
UID:6119-1605700800-1605704400@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Evaluating Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Soil health has become something of a buzz word in the past few years\, but many are unfamiliar with what soil health means. Kirsten Kurtz will discuss big-picture issues including characteristics of healthy soil as well as the global importance of soil health in the face of increased soil degradation. Additionally\, she will explore quantifying soil health through laboratory analyses included in the Comprehensive Assessment of Soil Health (CASH) and will address management strategies for improving and maintaining soil health under different cropping systems.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/webinar-evaluating-soil-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201118T130000
DTSTAMP:20201017T224818Z
CREATED:20201017T224818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201017T224818Z
UID:8758-1605700800-1605704400@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Evaluating Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Soil health has become something of a buzz word in the past few years\, but many are unfamiliar with what soil health means. Kirsten Kurtz will discuss big-picture issues including characteristics of healthy soil as well as the global importance of soil health in the face of increased soil degradation. Additionally\, she will explore quantifying soil health through laboratory analyses included in the Comprehensive Assessment of Soil Health (CASH) and will address management strategies for improving and maintaining soil health under different cropping systems.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/webinar-evaluating-soil-health-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T200000
DTSTAMP:20201116T115022Z
CREATED:20201116T115022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T115022Z
UID:6173-1605639600-1605643200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Mycoremediation
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA MASS online for the first of two evening events where we will learn from experts about bioremediation and how we are using plants and soil biology to ameliorate contaminated soil. During this live interactive event we will learn from Willie Crosby about how mycoremediation is an important tool for bioremediation of urban soils.\nIf bioremediation using microbiology and plant partners is effective\, such an approach can be beneficial by: \n\nreducing costs by eliminating the need for expensive barriers and truckloads of loam\nprovide a deeper\, more functional soil\nImproving soil in the long run for growing crops\, while breaking down toxic hydrocarbons and removing heavy metals to non-food-producing areas\n\nAgenda:\n7:00pm – Welcome and Introductions\n7:10pm – Mycoremediation presentation from Willie Crosby\n8:00pm – Questions and Discussion\n8:30pm – Wrap Up & Thank You
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/intro-to-mycoremediation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201117T200000
DTSTAMP:20201116T115022Z
CREATED:20201116T115022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T115022Z
UID:8763-1605639600-1605643200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Mycoremediation
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA MASS online for the first of two evening events where we will learn from experts about bioremediation and how we are using plants and soil biology to ameliorate contaminated soil. During this live interactive event we will learn from Willie Crosby about how mycoremediation is an important tool for bioremediation of urban soils.\nIf bioremediation using microbiology and plant partners is effective\, such an approach can be beneficial by: \n\nreducing costs by eliminating the need for expensive barriers and truckloads of loam\nprovide a deeper\, more functional soil\nImproving soil in the long run for growing crops\, while breaking down toxic hydrocarbons and removing heavy metals to non-food-producing areas\n\nAgenda:\n7:00pm – Welcome and Introductions\n7:10pm – Mycoremediation presentation from Willie Crosby\n8:00pm – Questions and Discussion\n8:30pm – Wrap Up & Thank You
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/intro-to-mycoremediation-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201116T190000
DTSTAMP:20201116T123054Z
CREATED:20201116T123054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T123054Z
UID:6179-1605547800-1605553200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:It all starts in the soil. Healthy soils are the foundation of sustainable\, regenerative\, organic farming and gardening. NOFA-NY’s soil health programming provides technical assistance to organic producers\, educates farmers and gardeners on building healthy soils\, and advocates for policies that support land stewardship\, carbon sequestration\, and healthy waterways. \nUpcoming Webinar\nNOFA-NY conducts on-farm carbon soil proxy tests at farms around New York State\, and provides producers with training and materials to continue assessing and building their soils. Learn more about soil carbon proxy tests our upcoming webinar: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we’ll focus on vegetable operations. \nPresenters will include:\n• Paul Loomis\, Growing Family Farms in Spencerport\n• Corinne Hansch & Matthew Leon\, Lovin’ Mama Farm in Amsterdam\n• Richard deGraff\, Grindstone Farm in Pulaski\n• Caro Roszell\, NOFA/Mass Education Director & Soil Carbon Program Coordinator\n• Joseph Amsili\, Cornell University Soil Health Program Coordinator\n• NOFA-NY Education Staff
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201116T190000
DTSTAMP:20201116T123054Z
CREATED:20201116T123054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201116T123054Z
UID:8764-1605547800-1605553200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:It all starts in the soil. Healthy soils are the foundation of sustainable\, regenerative\, organic farming and gardening. NOFA-NY’s soil health programming provides technical assistance to organic producers\, educates farmers and gardeners on building healthy soils\, and advocates for policies that support land stewardship\, carbon sequestration\, and healthy waterways. \nUpcoming Webinar\nNOFA-NY conducts on-farm carbon soil proxy tests at farms around New York State\, and provides producers with training and materials to continue assessing and building their soils. Learn more about soil carbon proxy tests our upcoming webinar: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this webinar\, we’ll focus on vegetable operations. \nPresenters will include:\n• Paul Loomis\, Growing Family Farms in Spencerport\n• Corinne Hansch & Matthew Leon\, Lovin’ Mama Farm in Amsterdam\n• Richard deGraff\, Grindstone Farm in Pulaski\n• Caro Roszell\, NOFA/Mass Education Director & Soil Carbon Program Coordinator\n• Joseph Amsili\, Cornell University Soil Health Program Coordinator\n• NOFA-NY Education Staff
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T203000
DTSTAMP:20201019T130041Z
CREATED:20201019T130041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T130041Z
UID:6124-1604948400-1604953800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:NOFA MASS Presents:  Online Soil Health Field Day at Freedom Food Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA MASS for a virtual tour of Freedom Food Farm in Raynham\, MA to learn from farm manager Chuck Currie and guest presenter Julie Fine\, from Johnnys Seeds\, about cover crops and cover crop strategies for no-till farms. We’ll see videos of his farm where he uses holistic and biodynamic farming principles to raise livestock\, grow grain and vegetables for their CSA and farmers market. We will see chuck demonstrate how they plant their garlic into a live cover crop of oats and field peas. Julie and Chuck will discuss various cover crops and methods to get the most benefit for a variety of conditions and crops. \nFreedom Food Farm is a certified organic farm on 88 acres in Raynham\, MA\, they started in 2012 and focus on growing a sustainable\, full-diet year-round for their community. The farm is operated by a small team of dedicated farmers that grow and produce food year-round. \n \n 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/online-soil-health-field-day-at-freedom-food-farm/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201109T203000
DTSTAMP:20201019T130041Z
CREATED:20201019T130041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T130041Z
UID:8759-1604948400-1604953800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:NOFA MASS Presents:  Online Soil Health Field Day at Freedom Food Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA MASS for a virtual tour of Freedom Food Farm in Raynham\, MA to learn from farm manager Chuck Currie and guest presenter Julie Fine\, from Johnnys Seeds\, about cover crops and cover crop strategies for no-till farms. We’ll see videos of his farm where he uses holistic and biodynamic farming principles to raise livestock\, grow grain and vegetables for their CSA and farmers market. We will see chuck demonstrate how they plant their garlic into a live cover crop of oats and field peas. Julie and Chuck will discuss various cover crops and methods to get the most benefit for a variety of conditions and crops. \nFreedom Food Farm is a certified organic farm on 88 acres in Raynham\, MA\, they started in 2012 and focus on growing a sustainable\, full-diet year-round for their community. The farm is operated by a small team of dedicated farmers that grow and produce food year-round. \n \n 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/online-soil-health-field-day-at-freedom-food-farm-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T193000
DTSTAMP:20201030T152019Z
CREATED:20201030T152019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201030T152019Z
UID:8761-1604512800-1604518200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:The road to certification is closer than you think....
DESCRIPTION:Are 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.\nThe class will be led by Al Johnson\, one of the country’s most experienced organic inspectors. He will be joined by speakers who are experts in their field to ensure a coprehensive understanding organic certification. Attendees will also receive follow-up support as they pursue organic certification.\nThe three sessions will be on November 4\, 11\, and 18 from 6-7:30 PM\nTo register CLICK HERE \n50% Scholarships are available to beginning farmers. Email education@nofanj.org with a description of yourfarm and scholarship need.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/the-road-to-certification-is-closer-than-you-think-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201104T193000
DTSTAMP:20201030T152019Z
CREATED:20201030T152019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201030T152019Z
UID:6143-1604512800-1604518200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:The road to certification is closer than you think....
DESCRIPTION:Are 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.\nThe class will be led by Al Johnson\, one of the country’s most experienced organic inspectors. He will be joined by speakers who are experts in their field to ensure a coprehensive understanding organic certification. Attendees will also receive follow-up support as they pursue organic certification.\nThe three sessions will be on November 4\, 11\, and 18 from 6-7:30 PM\nTo register CLICK HERE \n50% Scholarships are available to beginning farmers. Email education@nofanj.org with a description of yourfarm and scholarship need.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/the-road-to-certification-is-closer-than-you-think/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T200000
DTSTAMP:20201019T130903Z
CREATED:20201019T130903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T130903Z
UID:6129-1603908000-1603915200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:NOFA NJ Presents:  ORGANIC OPEN HOUSES IRON BOUND FARM FIELD DAY
DESCRIPTION:Funded as part of an NRCS Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG)\, this workshop\, NOFA New Jersey hosts a FREE session on reduced tillage and healthy soils as part of a field day at Iron Bound Farm. Soils abundant with life sequester more carbon\, infiltrate and hold more water\, allow for greater root penetration\, and resist erosion. The farmer Alec Gioseffi will talk about his no till strategies.  Also presented by Caro Roszell\, NOFA/Mass Education Director\, Soil Carbon Program Coordinator and CIG Project lead.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/nofa-nj-presents-organic-open-houses-iron-bound-farm-field-day/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201028T200000
DTSTAMP:20201019T130903Z
CREATED:20201019T130903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201019T130903Z
UID:8760-1603908000-1603915200@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:NOFA NJ Presents:  ORGANIC OPEN HOUSES IRON BOUND FARM FIELD DAY
DESCRIPTION:Funded as part of an NRCS Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG)\, this workshop\, NOFA New Jersey hosts a FREE session on reduced tillage and healthy soils as part of a field day at Iron Bound Farm. Soils abundant with life sequester more carbon\, infiltrate and hold more water\, allow for greater root penetration\, and resist erosion. The farmer Alec Gioseffi will talk about his no till strategies.  Also presented by Caro Roszell\, NOFA/Mass Education Director\, Soil Carbon Program Coordinator and CIG Project lead.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/nofa-nj-presents-organic-open-houses-iron-bound-farm-field-day-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T190000
DTSTAMP:20201014T123624Z
CREATED:20201014T123624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T123624Z
UID:6112-1603130400-1603134000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:ORGANIC GRAIN WORKSHOPS: HARVESTING\, STORAGE\, AND PROCESSING  -  Session One 10/19: Production with a focus on harvesting
DESCRIPTION:The first of three workshops focused on the growing and production of grain crops. It’s the final year of our NE SARE grant lead by Elizabeth Dyck\, the coordinator of the Organic Growers’ Research and Information-Sharing Network (OGRIN).  The training program will be a series of three intensive 75 minute online short courses with video field days/workshops that will largely be taught by farmers and NE Grain Experts and located on farms and/or at processing venues. \nSession One 10/19: Production with a focus on harvesting. Harvesting continues to be critical especially for new grain farmers who are not familiar with combines. 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/organic-grain-workshops-harvesting-storage-and-processing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201019T190000
DTSTAMP:20201014T123624Z
CREATED:20201014T123624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T123624Z
UID:8757-1603130400-1603134000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:ORGANIC GRAIN WORKSHOPS: HARVESTING\, STORAGE\, AND PROCESSING  -  Session One 10/19: Production with a focus on harvesting
DESCRIPTION:The first of three workshops focused on the growing and production of grain crops. It’s the final year of our NE SARE grant lead by Elizabeth Dyck\, the coordinator of the Organic Growers’ Research and Information-Sharing Network (OGRIN).  The training program will be a series of three intensive 75 minute online short courses with video field days/workshops that will largely be taught by farmers and NE Grain Experts and located on farms and/or at processing venues. \nSession One 10/19: Production with a focus on harvesting. Harvesting continues to be critical especially for new grain farmers who are not familiar with combines. 
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/organic-grain-workshops-harvesting-storage-and-processing-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/c5c60dc14c86f0422368b9a93c0ad271.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201018T160000
DTSTAMP:20201014T003525Z
CREATED:20201014T003525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T003525Z
UID:6106-1603026000-1603036800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Day at Freedom Food Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA MASS at Freedom Food Farm in Raynham\, MA to learn from farm manager Chuck Currie and guest presenter Julie Fine\, from Johnny’s Seeds\, about cover crops and cover crop strategies for no-till farms. Chuck will give us a tour of his farm where he uses holistic and biodynamic farming principles to raise livestock\, grow grain and vegetables for their CSA and farmers market. Chuck will also give a demonstration of how they plant their garlic into a live cover crop of oats and field peas. Julie and Chuck will discuss various cover crops and methods to get the most benefit for a variety of conditions and crops.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-field-day-at-freedom-food-farm/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201018T160000
DTSTAMP:20201014T003525Z
CREATED:20201014T003525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201014T003525Z
UID:8756-1603026000-1603036800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Day at Freedom Food Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA MASS at Freedom Food Farm in Raynham\, MA to learn from farm manager Chuck Currie and guest presenter Julie Fine\, from Johnny’s Seeds\, about cover crops and cover crop strategies for no-till farms. Chuck will give us a tour of his farm where he uses holistic and biodynamic farming principles to raise livestock\, grow grain and vegetables for their CSA and farmers market. Chuck will also give a demonstration of how they plant their garlic into a live cover crop of oats and field peas. Julie and Chuck will discuss various cover crops and methods to get the most benefit for a variety of conditions and crops.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-field-day-at-freedom-food-farm-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctnofa.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/FFF-Garlic-Harvest.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T200000
DTSTAMP:20200927T082255Z
CREATED:20200927T082255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200927T082255Z
UID:8753-1602788400-1602792000@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:Managing Soil Health: Grazing and Specialty Crops - Stonewall Farm\, Keene NH
DESCRIPTION:Stonewall Farm\, Keene\, New Hampshire \nExecutive Director Julie Davenson and farmers from Stonewall Farm will share the soil heath strategies they employ with their specialty crops and grazing management system that result in both healthier soil and nutrient dense products.  Stonewall Farm is a nonprofit working farm and education center dedicated to demonstrating regenerative farming while educating and engaging people to support food security\, ecological resilience\, healthy communities and the planet. The farm is a Savory Institute HUB that produces certified organic dairy\, vegetables\, berries and fruits.  This tour is part of NOFA-NH’s CRAFT Program (Collaborative Regional Alliances for Farmer Training)\, a peer-to-peer farmer-led education\, training and networking program. \nFree virtual event for farmers\, farm workers and NOFA-NH members. $5 for individuals. $10 for families. Ticket proceeds are donated to the host farm.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/managing-soil-health-grazing-and-specialty-crops-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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