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SUMMARY:From Pasture to Processing: Making Poultry Work in the Northeast
DESCRIPTION:Poultry producers across the Northeast – especially small-scale\, organic\, and transitioning farms – have long faced barriers to reliable\, local processing. \nJoin us for a practical\, producer-focused webinar hosted by NOFA and Steadfast Poultry Processing & Farm to learn how a new regional partnership is expanding access to certified organic poultry processing—and how NOFA members\, regardless of certification status\, can now receive exclusive discounts through Steadfast. \nYou’ll hear directly from Steadfast about their journey to organic certification\, what services are now available\, and how they’re working to support farms of all sizes. \nWe’ll also share an overview of the Transition to Organic Partnership Program (TOPP) and how it provides free technical assistance\, mentorship\, and resources to help your farm successfully transition to organic certification—at your own pace\, and with support every step of the way. \nBring your questions! Whether you’re currently certified\, transitioning\, or simply exploring poultry as part of your farm model\, this webinar offers actionable guidance\, connection\, and support. \nClick here to register.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/from-pasture-to-processing-making-poultry-work-in-the-northeast/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Q&A,Webinar
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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
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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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SUMMARY:CT NOFA's 43rd Annual Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:CT NOFA is proud to announce our 43rd Winter Conference will be taking place on March 1\, 2025\, at Eastern Connecticut State University. It will be preceded by three days of virtual workshops\, February 25-27. The conference will offer a variety of workshops\, covering topics such as farming\, seed saving\, organic land care\, community food security\, social justice issues\, and more. \nConference registration includes your ticket to our in-person event\, lunch at the conference\, access to all virtual and in-person sessions\, as well as exclusive access to all recordings for 3 months after the event. \n\n\n\nClick here to visit our conference website\, where you’ll find up-to-date event details such as speaker rosters\, virtual and in-person workshop schedules\, and more.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/ct-nofas-43rd-annual-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Eastern Connecticut State University\, 83 Windham Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Conferences,Speaker,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T010000
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SUMMARY:Tony & the Trees live at Stella Blues
DESCRIPTION:Join CT NOFA at Stella Blues in New Haven on the evening of January 31 for a live performance by Tony and the Trees\, featuring NOFA-NJ staff member (and host of the NOFA Podcast)\, Tony Kennette! In addition to their regular libations\, the bar at Stella Blues will also be serving a signature\, CT NOFA cocktail\, and for each one you buy\, $1 comes back to CT NOFA. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/tony-the-trees-live-at-stella-blues/
LOCATION:Stella Blues\, 204 Crown St.\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T133000
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SUMMARY:New Haven Climate\, Clean Energy\, and Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:CT NOFA is proud to partner with the Sierra Club of Connecticut and CitySeed to host a conversation about the causes and impacts of climate change\, how Connecticut is doing on efforts to address the issue\, and solutions that can be implemented. What actions are needed to ensure healthy\, safe\, and resilient communities in the face of a rapidly escalating climate crisis? \nJoin us in New Haven on December 3rd for this important discussion. Click here to register for this free event.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/new-haven-climate-clean-energy-and-connecticut/
LOCATION:CitySeed\, 162 James St.\, New Haven\, CT\, 06513\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sierra Club of Connecticut":MAILTO:connecticut.chapter@sierraclub.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T210000
DTSTAMP:20241120T133751Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with CT NOFA @ Aquila's Nest Vineyard\, Newtown
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of autumn\, join us this November for an evening of camaraderie with CT NOFA members and friends at Aquila’s Nest Vineyard in Newtown\, along with the Smoke ‘n Fire Spanish American BBQ truck – all are invited! As farm activities wind down with the end of the growing season\, this is the perfect time to catch up with farmers and friends from across our community and celebrate the successes – as well as bemoan the pitfalls! – of a long summer. Bring friends…or make some new ones…but definitely join us! \nThis event is a part of our fall fundraising appeal. Attendance is entirely free and without obligation! (Other than\, we hope\, good humor and happiness from all.) However\, we hope you’ll consider this as an opportunity to begin or renew an existing CT NOFA membership. Students and seniors can join for as little as $30\, and individual memberships are $50. Supporting us as a registered CT NOFA member is a great way to invest in our mission of a more organic Connecticut\, today and in the future! Click here to learn more about what we do\, and why we do it.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/an-evening-with-ct-nofa-aquilas-nest-vineyard-newtown/
LOCATION:Aquila’s Nest Vineyard\, 56 Pole Bridge Road\, Newtown\, CT\, 06482\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T200000
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SUMMARY:"Common Ground" Showing\, Featuring CT NOFA Panelists
DESCRIPTION:On November 17\, the Fairfield Theater Company will be hosting a free screening of Common Ground. \n \nCommon Ground is the highly anticipated sequel to the juggernaut success documentary\, Kiss the Ground\, which touched over 1 billion people globally and inspired the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to put $20 billion toward soil health. By fusing journalistic expose’ with deeply personal stories from those on the front lines of the food movement\, Common Ground unveils a dark web of money\, power\, and politics behind our broken food system. The film reveals how unjust practices forged our current farm system in which farmers of all colors are literally dying to feed us. The film profiles a hopeful and uplifting movement of white\, black\, and indigenous farmers who are using alternative “regenerative” models of agriculture that could balance the climate\, save our health\, and stabilize America’s economy – before it’s too late. \nExpert panelists from CT NOFA will be in attendance for a post-screening Q&A. \n\nMichael Nadeau | CT NOFA Organic Land Care Program Co-Founder & Wildflower Meadow Specialist\nDr. Kim Stoner | Emeritus Scientist\, Department of Entomology at the CT Agricultural Experiment Station and CT NOFA Director of Policy and Advocacy\nMonique Bosch | CT NOFA Soil Health Program Manager; Soil Health Educator at Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Berkshire Botanical Gardens\n\nDoors open at 4:00pm and screening begins at 4:30pm. \nClick here to learn more and reserve your free tickets.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/common-ground-showing-featuring-ct-nofa-panelists/
LOCATION:Fairfield Theater Company\, 70 Sanford St.\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner events,Q&A,Soil Health,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T210000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with CT NOFA @ Firehouse 12\, New Haven
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of autumn\, join us this November for an evening of camaraderie with CT NOFA members and friends at Firehouse 12 in New Haven – all are invited! As farm activities wind down with the end of the growing season\, this is the perfect time to catch up with farmers and friends from across our community and celebrate the successes – as well as bemoan the pitfalls! – of a long summer. Bring friends…or make some new ones…but definitely join us! \nThis event is a part of our fall fundraising appeal. Attendance is entirely free and without obligation! (Other than\, we hope\, good humor and happiness from all.) However\, we hope you’ll consider this as an opportunity to begin or renew an existing CT NOFA membership. Students and seniors can join for as little as $30\, and individual memberships are $50. Supporting us as a registered CT NOFA member is a great way to invest in our mission of a more organic Connecticut\, today and in the future! Click here to learn more about what we do\, and why we do it.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/an-evening-with-ct-nofa-firehouse-12-new-haven/
LOCATION:Firehouse 12\, 45 Crown Street\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T143000
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SUMMARY:2024 Farm & Garden Conference
DESCRIPTION:Common Ground High School presents the 2024 Farm & Garden Conference!\n\nWHAT: A Full Day of HANDS ON workshops on urban growing\, cooking\, education + more. Open TO ALL! \nWHERE: Common Ground High School\, Urban Farm and Environmental Education Center\, 358 Springside Ave\, New Haven\, CT \nWHO: YOU! Teachers\, urban farmers\, backyard gardeners\, anyone who wants to incorporate growing food and food justice into their lives or work. \nWHEN: Saturday November 2nd 9am-2:30pm \nSchedule \n\n9:00-9:20 am Check in\n9:20-9:30 am Welcome!\n9:40-10:40 am Session 1\n10:45-11:45 am Session 2\n11:50-12:30 pm Vegetarian Lunch by a Hotel Marcel\n12:40-2:30 pm Session 3\n\nCOST: The conference is PAY WHAT YOU CAN. After filling out this registration form\, you must follow this link to pay $5-$80 in order to reserve your spot. Please email deborah@nhep.com if you have any questions. \n****Please register each individual separately even if you are coming as a family!**** \nYOUTH + KIDS: \n\nThe Kids Track is recommended for young people ages 6-12 accompanied by an adult at the conference.\nThe Kids track has a minimum contribution of $5 so that we can pay for staff time.\nThis conference is NOT a drop off program. Children\, youth and HS students must be accompanied by an adult at the general conference unless otherwise arranged.\nIf you are registering a child\, please select “Kids Track” for each session.\n\n***Please Register kids separately so we can ensure enough staffing.***  \nPlease email farm@nhep.com with any questions. \nATTENDANCE//LAST MINUTE CHANGES: \n\nWhen you register\, you are agreeing to come to the full day of workshops.\nIf you are not able to attend\, please let us know ASAP so we can open up a spot to another interested person!\n\nQUESTIONS? EMAIL farm@nhep.com \n\nQUE: Un día completo de talleres prácticos sobre agricultura urbana\, cocina\, educación y más. ¡Abierto A TODOS!\n\n\n\n*Esta conferencia no sería posible sin nuestra asociación con CT NOFA.*\n\nDONDE: Common Ground High School\, Urban Farm and Environmental Education Center\, 358 Springside Ave\, New Haven\, CT\n\nQUIEN: ¡USTED! Maestros\, agricultores urbanos\, jardineros de traspatio\, cualquiera que quiera incorporar el cultivo de alimentos y la justicia alimentaria en sus vidas o trabajos.\nCUÁNDO: Sábado 2 de noviembre de 9 am a 2:30 pm \nHorario:\n9:00-9:20 am Entrada\n9:20-9:30 am ¡Bienvenidos!\n9:40-10:40 am Sesión 1 10:45-11:45 am \nSesión 2 11:50-12:30 pm Almuerzo vegetariano por un chef local\n12:40-2:30 pm Sesión 3\nCOSTO: La conferencia es PAGA LO QUE PUEDE. Después de completar este formulario de registro\, hay que seguir este enlace para pagar entre $ 5 y $ 80 para reservar su lugar. Envíe un correo electrónico a deborah@nhep.com si tiene alguna pregunta. \n **** ¡Favor de registrar a cada individuo por separado incluso si viene en familia! **** \nJÓVENES + NIÑOS: \n-La Kids Track está recomendado para jóvenes de 6 a 12 años acompañados por un adulto en la conferencia. -La Kids Track tiene un aporte mínimo de $5 para que podamos pagar el tiempo del personal. \n-Esta conferencia NO es un programa de entrega. Los niños\, jóvenes y estudiantes de secundaria deben estar acompañados por un adulto en la conferencia general\, a menos que se acuerde lo contrario. \n-Si está registrando a un niño\, seleccione “Kids Track // Pista para niños” para cada sesión.\n*** Registre a los niños por separado para que podamos garantizar suficiente personal. \n*** Envíe un correo electrónico a farm@nhep.com si tiene alguna pregunta. \nASISTENCIA//CAMBIOS DE ÚLTIMA HORA: \n-Al registrarse está aceptando venir al día completo de talleres. \n-Si no puede asistir\, ¡háganoslo saber lo antes posible para que podamos abrir un lugar para otra persona interesada! \n ¿PREGUNTAS? CORREO ELECTRÓNICO farm@nhep.com.\n\n\n\nFULL WORKSHOP LISTING / LISTADO COMPLETO DEL TALLER\nSession 1\nLearning Garden Exploration \nDiscover Common Ground’s Learning Garden and discuss strategies for success with Sylvia Brewster\, our Learning Garden Coordinator. Topics will include strategic planning for high traffic\, kids\, & classes; seasonal crops & succession planting; garden maintenance. \nExploración del jardín de aprendizaje \nDescubra el Jardín de Aprendizaje de Common Ground y aprenda estrategias para el éxito con Sylvia Brewster\, nuestra Coordinadora del Jardín de Aprendizaje. Los temas incluirán planificación estratégica para mucho tráfico\, niños\, y clases; cultivos estacionales y plantaciones sucesivas; mantenimiento del jardín. \nAsk a Beekeeper \nJoin beekeepers Alex and Tim from Huneebee Project (HBP)\, as they discuss their work and answer your beekeeping questions. Tim will also share his love for a humble but essential tool –the cardboard nuc box — and show all the ways he uses it. While this workshop will be geared toward beekeepers with some experience and is not an introduction to beekeeping\, basic/introductory questions are welcome! \nHuneebee Project is a New Haven based non-profit social enterprise that develops job skills and connects youth to the environment through beekeeping. \nPreguntar a un apicultor \nLos apicultores Alex y Tim del Proyecto Huneebee (HBP) hablan sobre su trabajo y responden sus preguntas sobre apicultura. Tim también compartirá su amor por una herramienta humilde pero esencial: la caja nuclear de cartón\, y mostrará todas las formas en que la usa. Aunque este taller estará dirigido a apicultores con experiencia y no es una introducción a la apicultura\, ¡las preguntas básicas/introductorias son bienvenidas! \nEl Proyecto Huneebee es una empresa social sin fines de lucro en New Haven que desarrolla habilidades laborales y conecta a los jóvenes con el medio ambiente a través de la apicultura. \nContainer gardening for small spaces \nIn this workshop you will learn different strategies to grow your own vegetables in small spaces and or/containers \nJardinería en macetas para espacios pequeños \nEn este taller aprenderá diferentes estrategias para cultivar sus propios vegetales en espacios pequeños y/o en contenedores. \nTransformative Trash Talk \nThis one-hour workshop guided by Common Ground’s own Compost Coordinator will inspire you to rethink your relationship to waste within our throwaway culture. Join us to connect with the social justice and spiritual nature of creative reuse and closed-loop systems. Walk away as yet another joyful member of the “cult of compost”. \nBasura bonita \nEste taller\, guiado por la Coordinadora de Compost de Common Ground lo inspirará a repensar su relación con los desechos en nuestra cultura de descarte. Únase a nosotros para conectarnos con la justicia social y la naturaleza espiritual de la reutilización creativa y los sistemas de circuito cerrado. Aléjese como miembro alegre del “culto al compost”. \nKids’ Track (all three sessions) \nHave your child explore Common Ground while you participate in workshops! This track is for children ages 6-12. Activities are offered in mixed age groups and children will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities including time with the farm animals\, outdoor play\, and other farm and forest fun. \nSession 2\nBioBlitz \nBiodiversity is essential to the health of an ecosystem. A bioblitz is a communal effort to record species in a given location. It is a great way to engage students in learning about their environment and the variety of life in it\, while generating useful scientific data. Explore the biodiversity at Common Ground through a bioblitz led by former New Haven Public School teacher Kattie Leonnfu. How many species will we find? And how can we use this tool to excite our students about science? \nBioBlitz \nLa biodiversidad es esencial para la salud de un ecosistema. Un bioblitz es un esfuerzo comunitario para registrar especies en un lugar determinado. Es una forma estupenda de hacer que los estudiantes aprendan sobre su ambiente y la variedad de vida en él\, mientras generan datos útiles para la ciencia. Explore la biodiversidad en Common Ground a través de un bioblitz dirigido por la ex maestra de la escuela pública de New Haven\, Kattie Leonnfu. ¿Cuántas especies encontraremos? ¿Y cómo podemos utilizar esta herramienta para entusiasmar a nuestros estudiantes con la ciencia? \nThe Green Monster: building understanding and action around CTs most recent climate bill \nA guided case study of the “Green Monster” climate bill\, which includes wide ranging climate change mitigation legislation. What it would accomplish? What happened to it? and How to get it passed? \nEl monstruo verde: Generar comprensión y acción en torno al proyecto de ley climático más reciente de CT \nUn estudio de caso guiado del proyecto de ley climático “Monstruo Verde”\, que incluye una amplia legislación de mitigación del cambio climático. ¿Qué lograría? ¿Qué pasó con eso? y ¿Cómo lograr que se apruebe? \nMushroom Mania; Introductory Dive into Fungi \nThe workshop begins with an introduction to fungi\, one of the most diverse and essential kingdoms of life on Earth. Participants will learn about the basic characteristics of fungi\, their role in ecosystems\, and their unique life cycle. From decomposers to symbiotic partners with plants\, fungi play crucial roles that often go unnoticed. A hands-on activity where each participant will create their own oyster mushroom grow bucket. Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) are delicious and relatively easy to cultivate at home\, making them ideal for beginners in mushroom cultivation. \nCampeón de champiñón: Una introducción a los hongos \nEl taller comienza con una introducción a los hongos\, uno de los reinos más diversos y esenciales de la vida en la Tierra. Los participantes aprenderán las características básicas de los hongos\, su papel en los ecosistemas y su ciclo de vida único. Desde descomponedores hasta socios simbióticos con las plantas\, los hongos juegan papeles cruciales que a menudo pasan desapercibidos. En una actividad práctica\, cada participante creará su propio cubo de cultivo de hongos ostra. Los hongos ostra (Pleurotus ostreatus) son deliciosos y relativamente fáciles de cultivar en casa\, lo que los hace ideales para principiantes en el cultivo de hongos. \nKids’ Track (all three sessions) \nHave your child explore Common Ground while you participate in workshops! This track is for children ages 6-12. Activities are offered in mixed age groups and children will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of activities including time with the farm animals\, outdoor play\, and other farm and forest fun. \nChildren should come dressed for the weather – we will be enjoying fall in nature! \nPista para niños  \n¡Haga que su hijo explore Common Ground mientras usted participa en los talleres! Esta pista es para niños de 6 a 12 años. Las actividades se ofrecen en grupos de edades mixtas y los niños tendrán la oportunidad de disfrutar una variedad de actividades que incluyen tiempo con los animales\, juegos al aire libre y otras diversiones en la granja y el bosque. \nLos niños deben vestir según el tiempo: ¡disfrutaremos del otoño en la naturaleza! \nSession 3\nWork WITH Nature To Grow Nutrient Dense Food \nTaking the lessons learned earlier in the day\, we will dive into soil health and its importance in growing healthy food. We’ll go over regenerative agriculture practices for gardeners\, then check out life in soil\, compost and compost tea.  \nTrabajar CON la naturaleza para cultivar alimentos ricos en nutrientes \nAprovechando las lecciones aprendidas al principio del día\, exploramos la salud del suelo y su importancia para el cultivo de alimentos saludables. Revisamos las prácticas de agricultura regenerativa para jardineros y veremos la vida en el suelo\, el compost y el té de compost. \nIntegrated Pest Management for the Home Gardener & Small Scale Grower \nJoin farmer Diane to learn about one of her favorite topics: Integrated Pest Management (IPM)! In this workshop participants will learn about the principles IPM\, see how we apply IPM them at the CG farm\, and learn how you can apply techniques to combat pests and diseases in your own space. Come with questions and ready to share your wisdom! \nManejo integrado de plagas para jardineros domésticos y agricultores a pequeña escala \nÚnase a la agricultora Diane para aprender sobre uno de sus temas favoritos: el manejo integrado de plagas (MIP). En este taller\, los participantes aprenderán sobre los principios del MIP\, verán cómo los aplicamos en la granja de CG y aprenderán cómo pueden aplicar técnicas para combatir plagas y enfermedades en su propio espacio. ¡Venga con preguntas y listo para compartir su sabiduría! \nRescatando los juegos de las Abuelitas: Preservando Tradiciones y Promoviendo la Diversidad Cultural \nLenguaje: Español con interpretación a inglés. \nEl propósito de este taller es fomentar el crecimiento comunitario por compartir juegos infantiles tradicionales. Se invitará a las familias a compartir con sus propios hijos los juegos que practicaban cuando eran niños\, ayudando a rescatar y promover juegos de antiguas culturas y sociedades precoloniales. Los participantes aprenderán y reflexionarán sobre cómo el juego ha evolucionado a través de culturas y generaciones\, explorarán el papel del juego en diferentes épocas y descubrirán formas de integrar estos juegos tradicionales en las experiencias de aprendizaje y juego de hoy en día. \nRescuing Our Grandparents’ Games: Preserving Traditions and Promoting Cultural Diversity \nLenguaje: Spanish with English Interpretation \nThe purpose of this workshop is to foster community growth by sharing traditional childhood games. Families will be invited to share the games they played as children with their own kids\, helping to rescue and promote games from ancient pre-colonial cultures and societies. Participants will learn and reflect on how play has evolved across cultures and generations\, explore the purpose of play in different eras\, and discover ways to integrate these traditional games into modern-day learning and play experiences \nMedicinal Herbs \nLearn about the benefits of medicinal herbs through a mindful and meditative experience that focuses on connecting you back to yourself. Participants will create their own herbal blends to take home. \nHierbas Medicinales \nConozca los beneficios de las hierbas medicinales a través de una experiencia consciente y meditativa que se enfoca en conectarse nuevamente consigo mismo. Los participantes crearán sus propias mezclas de hierbas para llevarse a casa.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/2024-farm-garden-conference/
LOCATION:Common Ground High School\, 358 Springside Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, 06515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Partner events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T130000
DTSTAMP:20241015T200835Z
CREATED:20240830T190335Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T130000
DTSTAMP:20240830T193815Z
CREATED:20240723T203622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T193815Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Day: No-Till Farming Practices
DESCRIPTION:Join CT NOFA for a field day that will provide participants with resources and support in implementing no-till practices\, or in transitioning to no-till and reduced tillage farming. This field day will include examples of no-till equipment\, how they work\, and how/when to use them. We’ll discuss how this climate smart practice helps reduce erosion\, improve water retention\, and increase soil organic matter\, to be demonstrated by a microscopic comparison of soil samples taken from no-till vs. tilled fields\, contrasting the bacteria/fungi ratio and microbial life differences between the two. \nRegister here.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-field-day-no-till-farming-practices/
LOCATION:Sub Edge Farm\, 199 Town Farm Road\, Farmington\, 06032\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day Workshop,Soil Health
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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:20240929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T130000
DTSTAMP:20240830T193819Z
CREATED:20240723T203637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T193819Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Day: Cover Crops
DESCRIPTION:Join CT NOFA for an overview of how to adopt/improve practices that involve planting a cover crop in between crops for harvesting. Yoko Takemura and Alex Carpenter\, farmers and founders of Assawaga Farm\, will show several methods of working with cover crops on a small farm. They will share their trials and tribulations as well as planting plans\, which have proven successful in improving the health of their soil. Various types of cover crops\, timing\, duration and termination methods will be discussed\, along with a demonstration of preparing a cover crop bed. \nRegister here.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-field-day-cover-crops/
LOCATION:Assawaga Farm\, 626 Providence Pike\, Putnam\, CT\, 06260\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day Workshop,Soil Health
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ORGANIZER;CN="CT NOFA":MAILTO:ctnofa@ctnofa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T180000
DTSTAMP:20240830T193805Z
CREATED:20240723T201816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T193805Z
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SUMMARY:Soil Health Field Day: Tree and Shrub Establishment
DESCRIPTION:Join CT NOFA for a hands-on workshop on establishing native trees and shrubs on farmland and properties throughout Connecticut. We’ll take a look at planning\, planting\, and maintenance of trees and shrubs at The Hickories farm over the years. Demonstrations will include site selection\, soil preparation\, and sourcing of appropriate plant material for specific locations. \nThe workshop includes support from experienced growers with a focus on native woody trees and shrubs; hazelnut\, inkberry\, winterberry\, witch hazel\, viburnums\, pussy willow\, and black willow\, as well as ecotypic pollinators. \nThis workshop is presented by CT NOFA in partnership with The Hickories and Eco59 (formally CT NOFA’s Ecotype Project)\, an initiative for best practices around finding the most appropriate plant materials that support our natural environment. \nAOLCPs from CT NOFA’s Organic Land Care Program will earn CEUs for attending this field day\, and may do so for free. Email us for a discount code before registering. \nLimited to 20 participants. Register for the field day here. \n\nAnd don’t miss out on the rest of this series! \n\nSoil Health Field Day #2 – Cover Crops\, September 29\nSoil Health Field Day #3 – No-Till Practices\, October 12
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/soil-health-field-day-tree-and-shrub-establishment/
LOCATION:The Hickories\, 136 Lounsbury Road\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day Workshop,Organic Land Care,Soil Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20240826T175531Z
CREATED:20240813T183823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T175531Z
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SUMMARY:Hemp Fiber Cultivation
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of CT NOFA’s Skill Share program\, produced in partnership with UConn Extension’s Solid Ground program. \nGo through a season of growing hemp with this skill share as you meet up multiple times during the growing season to observe and discuss the processes of seeding\, harvesting\, and processing hemp for fiber production. If you are looking to add this into your growing operation as a product\, or if you already grow it\, but haven’t grown it with hemp fiber mind\, this is the skill share for you. \nThis skill share will be conducted over the course of three field days\, each focused on specific aspects of the hemp fiber growth cycle: \n\nSEEDING: May 20th (rain date May 21st)\nHARVESTING: September 14th\nPROCESSING: TBA\, scheduled for November\n\nThis skill share program is free to attend. Register here.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/hemp-fiber-cultivation/
LOCATION:The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station\, 190 Sheldon Rd.\, Griswold\, CT\, 06351\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day Workshop,Partner events,Skill Share
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T140000
DTSTAMP:20240820T193733Z
CREATED:20240813T183805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T193733Z
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SUMMARY:Land Evaluation and Farmland Access
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of CT NOFA’s Skill Share program\, produced in partnership with UConn Extension’s Solid Ground program. \nFor folks who are still looking for land\, whether to lease or purchase. Learn how to evaluate potential properties for agricultural use. Explore three different properties with Solid Ground soil\, conservation\, and land use consultant Kip Kolesinskas. We will evaluate the major soil properties to consider for different types of agriculture\, evaluate the location and condition of existing infrastructure\, including potential water sources\, impact of wetlands\, neighbors and wildlife\, land restoration\, topography\, and local microclimates. Learn how to use the Web Soil Survey and other Connecticut and municipal maps as tools in the process\, and where to find information on a property’s history\, town zoning agriculture restrictions\, setbacks\, and more. \nThis Skill Share occurs over the course of two days\, at three different properties: \n\nSeptember 8th @ Gunther Farm in Vernon\nSeptember 15th @ Off Center Farm in Woodbridge\nSeptember 15th @ Beets and Blooms Farm in Cobalt\n\nThis skill share is free to attend. Register here.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/land-evaluation-and-farmland-access/
LOCATION:Gunther Farm\, 24 Hyde Rd.\, Vernon\, CT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day Workshop,Partner events,Skill Share
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T170000
DTSTAMP:20240813T180517Z
CREATED:20240813T180446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T180517Z
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SUMMARY:Organic Pest and Disease Management
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of CT NOFA’s Skill Share program\, produced in partnership with UConn Extension’s Solid Ground program. \nJoin Shuresh Ghimire\, UConn Extension IPM educator at Lathrop Farmstead as we explore the different pests and diseases vegetable farmers can face in a season and how to manage them in a organic way. This 3-hour event will provide a hands on opportunity to see what are the sorts of things we are facing this time of year\, but also how earlier pests and diseases have been managed. Being certified organic always makes it more important to understand the firm boundaries of what you can and can’t do\, so if you are interested in transitioning your farm to organic\, or are in the early stages of your certified organic farm\, this would be a great skill share to attend. \nThis field day is free to attend. Register here.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/organic-pest-and-disease-management/
LOCATION:Lathrop Farmstead\, 77 Randall Rd.\, Lebanon\, CT\, 06249\, United States
CATEGORIES:Field Day Workshop,Partner events,Skill Share
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T130000
DTSTAMP:20240710T185003Z
CREATED:20240702T193814Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T190000
DTSTAMP:20240103T195838Z
CREATED:20231112T202302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T195838Z
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SUMMARY:42nd Annual CT NOFA Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:CT NOFA is proud to present our 42nd Winter Conference\, featuring a series of virtual workshops on March 20-21 in the lead up to our full day\, in-person gathering and celebration on March 23\, 2024 at Eastern Connecticut State University\, in partnership with their Institute of Sustainability. \nWe’ll be offering a variety of workshops\, covering topics such as farming\, seed saving\, organic land care\, community food security\, social justice issues\, and more\, including a keynote address by Maya van Rossum\, founder of the Green Amendments for the Generations organization. Our in-person celebration will also feature the presentation of the Bill Duesing Organic Living on the Earth award and our members’ annual meeting. \nThis year\, we will continue to implement a sliding scale pricing model\, allowing us to practice economic solidarity\, providing mutual support for the cost of our programs. In this way\, we make our education more accessible and help cover costs of operation. Choose the pricing tier that fits with your income and access to wealth\, and help us create a more just\, inclusive\, and equitable conference. Scholarships are still available thanks to our generous donors and sponsors. If you would like to request a registration fee waiver\, please click here. \nConference registration includes access to all virtual and in-person sessions\, as well as exclusive access to all recordings for 3 months after the event. \nJoin us this March as we learn\, grow\, innovate\, and think critically about what we want our food system to look like in the future. \nLearn more about the conference\, scheduled workshops\, speakers\, and more\, here. And don’t forget to register now to join us on March 23!
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/2024-ct-nofa-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Eastern Connecticut State University\, 83 Windham Street\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Conferences,Organic Land Care,Speaker,Symposium,Webinar,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T103000
DTSTAMP:20240229T213554Z
CREATED:20240229T213554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T213554Z
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SUMMARY:Climate and Environment Advocacy Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:CT NOFA is proud to join with the Sierra Club of Connecticut and other organizations for this day of advocacy. Come to the State Capitol in Hartford to advocate for strong and meaningful legislation to protect our environment and keep Connecticut’s climate promise! At this event you will hear from speakers about bills before the legislature on topics including climate\, clean energy\, pollution reduction\, toxics\, and waste reduction. We’ll have materials available for you to share with your legislators following the program.\n\nOnce you have signed up\, please reach out to your own legislators\, invite them to the program\, and ask to meet with them after the program ends at 10:30 am. Meet in Room 310 (third floor).\n\n\nRSVP: https://bit.ly/49djcSv\nDirections\, parking\, and bus and rail info can be found https://bit.ly/3UInzjU.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/climate-and-environment-advocacy-day-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Connecticut State Capitol\, 210 Capitol Ave.\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner events,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240309T140000
DTSTAMP:20240222T123757Z
CREATED:20240222T123757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T123757Z
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Know Your Farmer Fair
DESCRIPTION:Get ready!  It’s time to celebrate the 9th Annual Know Your Farmer Fair on Saturday\, March 9th\, 2024 at the Community Center located in downtown Willimantic. \nCT NOFA is proud to be a co-sponsor of The Know Your Farmer Fair\, which is an opportunity for residents\, chefs\, and food service directors to meet local farmers and to look ahead to the upcoming growing season. Residents can shop the farmer’s market as well as discuss local Community Supported Agriculture Programs (CSA)\, farm stands and pick-your-own opportunities. Learn more here.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/9th-annual-know-your-farmer-fair/
LOCATION:Windham Community Center\, 665R Main St.\, Willimantic\, CT\, 06226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Partner events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T170000
DTSTAMP:20240105T192918Z
CREATED:20240105T192656Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer 2 Farmer Conference // Conferencia de Granjero a Granjero
DESCRIPTION://Español abajo// \nJoin the New CT Farmer Alliance for our first annual Farmer 2 Farmer Conference! We know that farmers learn best from each other\, so we are excited to feature workshops and a panel led by our very own members. \nThe event will also feature resources available to CT farmers and a Farm Hack competition. \nBreakfast and lunch will be served free of charge. Attendees will leave with some locally saved seeds and maybe some other fun stuff! \nHope to see you there! \nThank you to UConn’s Solid Ground Program and CT NOFA for helping to make this event happen. \nFunding for this event provided by USDA-NIFA-BFRDP Award #2023-49400-40870 \nRegister here for this free event. \n\nÚnase a la New CT Farmer Alliance en nuestra primera conferencia anual Granjero a Granjero. Sabemos que los productores aprenden mejor unos de otros\, por lo que estamos muy contentos de ofrecer talleres y un panel dirigido por nuestros propios miembros de los agricultores. El evento también contará con recursos disponibles para los agricultores CT y un concurso Farm Hack. \nEl desayuno y el almuerzo serán gratuitos. Los asistentes se llevarán a casa algunas semillas guardadas localmente y tal vez alguna otra sorpresa. \nEspero verle allí. \nGracias al programa Solid Ground de la Universidad de Connecticut y a CT NOFA por contribuir a la organización de este acto. \nFinanciación de este acto: USDA-NIFA-BFRDP Award #2023-49400-40870 \nRegístrese aquí para este evento gratuito.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/farmer-2-farmer-conference-conferencia-de-granjero-a-granjero/
LOCATION:Meriden Public Library\, 105 Miller Street\, Meriden\, CT\, 06451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Partner events,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240127T170000
DTSTAMP:20240103T193810Z
CREATED:20240103T183421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T193810Z
UID:9983-1706342400-1706374800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:34th Annual NOFA NJ Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:The NOFA NJ Winter Conference is not just for farmers and gardeners… our community and audience also includes students\, educators\, ag industry professionals\, chefs\, land stewards\, conservationists\, foodies\, brewers\, and more. In our 34th year of this event\, we hope to provide a space for all communities to come together to share\, grow\, learn\, and connect. Join us in celebration of NJ food & agriculture and Help Us Grow the Garden State Together! \nFeaturing \n\n30+ Workshops on Farming\, Homesteading\, Food Systems & More\nKeynote Address by Dr. Will Brinton\, Founder of Woods End Soil Lab and Solvita Nexus Soil Health\nExhibitor Hall featuring Ag Industry Pros & Partner Organizations\nFilm Screenings\, Book Signings\, & Networking Opportunities\nPost-Conference Social Hour with Live Music & Local Libations\nLocal and Organic Breakfast & Lunch Included with Registration\n\nVisit our conference website for more information and to register.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/34th-annual-nofa-nj-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Rutgers University\, Douglass Student Center\, 100 George St.\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Conferences,Speaker,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240113T180000
DTSTAMP:20240103T203327Z
CREATED:20240103T203235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T203327Z
UID:9987-1705134600-1705168800@ctnofa.org
SUMMARY:37th Annual NOFA/Mass Winter Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join organic enthusiasts from across Massachusetts and greater New England on January 13 at the 37th Annual NOFA/MASS Winter Conference! \nThis one-day event at Worcester State University provides a place to learn\, gather\, and kindle relationships in community with farmers\, local food enthusiasts\, land care professionals\, advocates\, elders\, young leaders\, and everyone in between! \nThe NOFA/Mass Winter Conference 2024 will be in-person only\, with access to workshop recordings after the conference. This year brings a democratic focus on innovative workshops and organizing spaces. Opportunities await\, with the chance to meet and reacquaint yourself with neighbors near and far. \nIn place of a keynote\, there’s a whole lot in store: a wide variety of workshops and discussions for organic growers at any scale\, including: \n  \n\nCordyceps Cultivation with Priyanka Malhotra of MycoSymbiotics\nCornell Botanic Gardens’ Native Lawn with Todd Bitner\nEffects of Growing Vegetables in Perennial Clover Cover with Piyush\nLabhsetwar of Sawyer Farm\nFarmer Movement + Wellness with Cynthia Flores\nVarieties for Organic Success with Paul Feenan of High Mowing Seeds\n\n\nPlus…\n\n\nThe Children’s Conference returns\, festive and bright!\nAn exciting round of racial justice caucuses\, Spanish language food systems sessions\, native plant and pollinator presentations\, and opportunities to hear about the newest programs in organic agriculture at the local\, state and national level\nSoil Health Round Table: Join a panel of renowned soil specialists to take a deep dive into soil attributes and come away with knowledge that will increase soil health on your site\nEnjoy delicious snacks throughout\, and local lunch with an organic focus\nTake home garden seeds\, forgotten recipes\, advice on tools and techniques\, maybe even a new phone number or two: this year’s Winter Conference features a fair\, with vendors and their specialists\, and a region’s worth of engaged attendees joining together\, poised for growth and change\n\n  \nClick here to register and find more information about the day’s event.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/37th-annual-nofa-mass-winter-conference/
LOCATION:Worcester State University\, 486 Chandler St.\, Worcester\, MA\, 01602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Conferences,Speaker,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231209T140000
DTSTAMP:20231114T140927Z
CREATED:20231114T140816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T140927Z
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SUMMARY:Hemp\, Sustainability\, and Justice Through a Circular Economy Symposium
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to the first-ever Grain and Fiber Hemp symposium in Connecticut: “Hemp\, Sustainability\, and Justice through a Circular Economy in CT\,” hosted by Freedom Gerardo\, Hemp Cultivator and Processor at SEAmarron Farmstead and Zbigniew Grabowski\, Water Quality Extension Educator at the Center for Land Use Education and Research (CLEAR). \nThis event is an opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions\, share insights\, and foster partnerships that can reshape the economy of Connecticut while championing land and environmental stewardship\, generational wealth\, and social justice for BIPOC communities. \nOverview: Hemp\, with its rich history spanning millennia and its versatile applications in textiles\, construction\, agriculture\, and more\, is primed to become a cornerstone of a circular and regenerative economy. As Connecticut boasts underutilized textile and fiber manufacturing potential\, this event seeks to unite agricultural producers\, construction industry experts\, innovators in materials and manufacturing\, regulators\, and community groups to explore the possibilities and pathways for advancing circular\, regenerative hemp production and usage. \nPreliminary Program: \n\n8:45-9:10 am: Registration\, coffee\, and networking\n9:15-10:15 am: Panel 1: Developing on Farm Capacity for Hemp in CT\n10:25-11:25 pm: Panel 2: Adding Value to Agricultural Land Use\n11:30-12:30 pm: Lunch and networking – featuring a healthy lunch sourced from local and regional produce\, including hemp-derived goods\n12:35-1:20 pm: Panel 3: BIPOC Liberation through circular economic development\n1:25-2:00 pm: Structured Networking and Closing Remarks on next steps\n\nPlease RSVP by November 25th – https://tinyurl.com/bdfsrw29 – to secure your place at this groundbreaking event. We look forward to your participation in shaping the future of a circular economy in Connecticut through hemp innovation and collaboration.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/hemp-sustainability-and-justice-through-a-circular-economy-symposium/
LOCATION:Tolland County Extension Center\, 24 Hyde Avenue\, Vernon\, CT\, 06066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T143000
DTSTAMP:20231020T143950Z
CREATED:20231019T201839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T143950Z
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SUMMARY:Common Ground's 2023 Farm & Garden Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Common Ground for a full day of HANDS ON workshops on urban growing\, cooking\, animal care\, family workshops + more. Open TO ALL! \nThis conference would not be possible without our partnerships with All Our Kin and CT NOFA\, or support from Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement. \nDay Of Schedule \n\n9:00-9:20am Check in\n9:20-9:30am Welcome!\n9:40-10:40am Session 1\n10:45-11:45am Session 2\n11:50-12:30pm Vegetarian Lunch by Firehouse 12\n12:40-2:30pm Session 3\n\nCOST: The conference is PAY WHAT YOU CAN. After filling out this registration form\, you must follow this link to pay $5-$80 in order to reserve your spot. Please email deborah@nhep.com if you have any questions. \nPlease register each individual separately even if you are coming as a family!  \nYOUTH + KIDS \n\nThe Kids Track is recommended for young people ages 6-12 accompanied by an adult at the conference.\nThis conference is NOT a drop off program. Children\, youth and HS students must be accompanied by an adult at the general conference unless otherwise arranged.\nPlease Register kids separately so we can ensure enough staffing. \n\nPlease email farm@nhep.com with any questions. \nATTENDANCE//LAST MINUTE CHANGES \n\nWhen you register\, you are agreeing to come to the full day of workshops.\nIf you are not able to attend\, please let us know ASAP so we can open up a spot to another interested person!\n\nQUESTIONS? EMAIL farm@nhep.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUE: Un día de talleres prácticos sobre cultivo urbano\, cocina\, cuidado de animales\, talleres familiares y más. ¡Abierto a todos!\n\n*La conferencia no sería posible sin nuestras asociaciones con All Our Kin y CT NOFA\, ni el apoyo de Farm Credit Northeast AgEnhancement. \nDÓNDE: Common Ground: Escuela secundaria\, granja urbana y centro de educación ambiental 358 Springside Ave\, New Haven\, CT \nCUÁNDO: Sábado 11 de noviembre de 9 a. m. a 2:30 p. m. \nDía del horario \n\n9:00-9:20 a. m. Entrada\n9:20-9:30 a.m. ¡Bienvenidos!\n9:40-10:40 Sesión 1\n10:45-11:45 Sesión 2\n11:50-12:30 pm Almuerzo vegetariano por Firehouse 12; Intercambio de semillas\n12:40-14:30 Sesión 3\n\n**Algunos talleres tienen la opción de interpretación en español. \nPAGAR LO QUE PUEDAN ($0-$80) \nJÓVENES Y NIÑOS: \n-El Kids Track está recomendado para jóvenes de 6 a 12 años acompañados por un adulto en la conferencia. \n-Esta conferencia NO es un programa de entrega. Los niños\, jóvenes y estudiantes de secundaria deben estar acompañados por un adulto en la conferencia general\, a menos que se acuerde lo contrario. \nEnvíe un correo electrónico a farm@nhep.com si tiene alguna pregunta. \nASISTENCIA//CAMBIOS DE ÚLTIMA HORA: \n-Al registrarse está aceptando venir al día completo de talleres. \n-Si no puede asistir\, ¡díganos lo antes posible para que podamos abrir el lugar a otra persona interesada! \n¿PREGUNTAS? CORREO ELECTRÓNICO farm@nhep.com
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/common-grounds-2023-farm-garden-conference/
LOCATION:Common Ground High School\, 358 Springside Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, 06515\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner events,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231101T170000
DTSTAMP:20231024T144117Z
CREATED:20231024T144037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T144117Z
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SUMMARY:Connecticut’s Environmental Rights Amendment – Getting up to Speed to Lead
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn how you can educate your friends\, neighbors\, family\, and elected leaders on why we need the Connecticut Environmental Rights Amendment – aka Connecticut’s Green Amendment. \nIn this 1 hour zoominar you will build confidence in how to speak about the CTERA – aka CT Green Amendment – so you can become an active educator and leader in this historic effort to secure constitutional protection of our environmental rights. \nYou will learn from the national expert and local CTERA leaders: \n\nHow the CTERA – aka CT Green Amendment –– can empower environmental protection\, environmental justice\, and action to address the climate crisis\nHow you can answer the many questions asked about a Green Amendment and why we need it in our state\nHow amendments of this kind have secured essential protections in the 3 states that have them\nHow you can help build community awareness and interest of legislators about this essential pathway for environmental protection\n\nIf you want to invest a little extra time; the session will include an additional half hour session where individuals can practice answering some of the frequently asked questions discussed in the first hour\, or where you can share your 2 minute elevator pitch on how and why the CTERA is needed in Connecticut. \nClick here to register to attend
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/connecticuts-environmental-rights-amendment-getting-up-to-speed-to-lead/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231022T210000
DTSTAMP:20231012T151632Z
CREATED:20231012T131005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T151632Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Bill Forum
DESCRIPTION:Among the many pieces of legislation that have been held up by the chaos in the US House of Representatives is the Farm Bill. The Farm Bill is the most important piece of public policy shaping the U.S. food and farm system. It comes up for reauthorization every five years\, including this year. Whether you realize it or not\, the Farm Bill has an impact on your life and your community\, and it helps shape the society in which we live. After decades of corporate influence\, the Farm Bill has enabled and reinforced an agriculture system that’s divorced from the needs of both consumers and farmers. We’re all paying for the social and environmental consequences\, and the system itself is unsustainable\, threatening our long-term food security as well as our climate. \nPanelists \n\nDr. Kimberly Stoner\, Director of Advocacy\, CT NOFA; Steering Committee member\, C3M; and Agricultural Scientist Emerita\, CT Agricultural Experiment Station\nPeter Zapata\, M.P.H.\, Farm-Based Wellness Program Manager\, Gather New Haven\nRobert Chang\, Co-Director and Director of Policy\, Northeast Farmers of Color Land Trust\, and organic farmer at Echo Farm\, Woodstock\, CT\nMC Whalen\, Coordinator\, New CT Farmer Alliance and farmer at Massaro Community Farm\, Woodbridge\, CT\n\nClick here to register to join us on October 22 @ 7pm by Zoom for the Farm Bill Forum\, hosted by the CT Climate Crisis Mobilization (C3M)\, the Interreligious EcoJustice Network (IREJN)\, and CT NOFA.
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/farm-bill-forum/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Speaker,Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230925T170000
DTSTAMP:20230915T132214Z
CREATED:20230915T132029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230915T132214Z
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SUMMARY:TOPP Virtual Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Calling all farmers who would like assistance transitioning to or seeking organic certification to come learn more about the Transition to Organic (TOPP) Mentorship Program! In addition to presenting information about the program ⏤ which connects experienced organic farmers with farmers who are pursuing organic certification ⏤ CT NOFA staff will be able to answer any questions or concerns potential participants may have\, be they interested in a mentor or mentee role. TOPP is slated to commence in late fall\, this year. \nJoin us on September 25 from 3-5pm for this virtual Q&A session. \nZoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86067832300?pwd=RXhPeE81c3pMNzdUZlV4OUNjVjMvdz09 \nMeeting ID: 860 6783 2300 \nPasscode: 462941
URL:https://ctnofa.org/event/topp-virtual-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Q&A
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