Diversidad biológica: Cómo fomentar ecosistemas prósperos bajo el suelo
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project 733 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA, United StatesEmbárcate en una fascinante exploración de la biología del suelo en nuestro taller de Diversidad Biológica. Adéntrate en el dinámico mundo de los microbios en el suelo, la materia orgánica y la descomposición mientras desciframos el papel esencial de los procesos biológicos en la salud del suelo. Mediante actividades prácticas y demostraciones reveladoras, los participantes profundizarán en la comprensión de las comunidades microbianas y su impacto en la fertilidad y resiliencia del suelo. Este taller abordará las técnicas de recolección de microorganismos que el equipo técnico de suelos de NOFA/Mass emplea para evaluar y mejorar la diversidad biológica en sus sistemas agrícolas. Ya seas agricultor, jardinero o entusiasta del medio ambiente, este taller te ofrece conocimientos invaluables y habilidades prácticas para cultivar suelos prósperos y paisajes sostenibles.
Garden Grown Simples: Simple Homemade Delights
Just Roots Community Farm 34 Glenbrook Dr, Greenfield, MA, United StatesDiscover the power of plants and learn how to create your own herbal remedies. In this hands-on workshop, you'll delve into the world of medicinal herbs and learn how to grow, forage, and process them into soothing and delicious remedies.
Underground Allies: Growing with the Soil Food Web
Costello Urban Farm 23 Shawsheen Rd., Lawrence, United StatesEvery grower knows that successful cultivation is more than just planting a seed and waiting. It’s a dynamic blend of art, science, and deep connection with the living ecosystem beneath our feet. NOFA/Mass invites you to explore one of the most powerful — and often overlooked — tools for creating thriving gardens and farms: the microbial life in your soil. In this interactive workshop, we’ll dive into the fascinating world of the Soil Food Web — the bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and other microscopic allies that form the foundation of soil health. You'll learn how to assess and establish a healthy baseline of microbial life, and discover practices that bring soil biology into balance to support long-term organic fertility. This workshop is for growers of any experience who wish to learn more about soil microbes.
Intuitive Approaches to Agroforestry
Firefly Farm Sunderland, United StatesPlanting and designing an agroforestry-based farm is both a science [...]
Managing Soil Fertility: An In-Depth Intensive for Organic Growers
Picadilly Farm 264 South Parrish Rd., Winchester, NH, United StatesAt Picadilly Farm, soil fertility management is central to the [...]
Four Seasons of Viability: Organic High Tunnels In Action
Small Farm 184 Gleasondale Rd., Stow, United StatesJoin us at Small Farm to either begin or perfect your production plan for four seasons of organic growing in high tunnels. In this workshop, we’ll be discussing everything from planning to washing during the shoulder and “off”-season, as well as how to optimize fertility and watering in your high tunnels. We’ll also discuss on-farm efficiency and affordability, where Small Farm will share their experience with both soil-moisture sensors and post-harvest tools to make dollars go further.
Growing Organically Together Monthly Calls: Organic Certification Myths Demystified
OnlineLooking to make the shift to or improve your organic growing, but don’t know where to start? Join our Growing Organic Together monthly calls! This is a supportive, welcoming space where people of all backgrounds come together to learn, share, and grow. Each month, we explore new ways to incorporate organic and sustainable practices into our growing spaces, with guidance from a variety of experts and a community that encourages growth and connection. Whether you're small or large scale farming, looking to improve your Organic Systems Plan or simply interested in the organic movement, you’ll find inspiration and support here. We will be centering topics of transition to Organic.
North Quabbin Garlic and Arts Festival
OnlineThe “Festival that Stinks” is a fabulous family friendly destination held amid the fall foliage on historic farm in Orange, MA. Wander among over 100 exhibitors with amazing art, farm-fresh products and food, healing arts, and community organizations. Three stages delight with music, performance, and spoken word. Travel the globe with glorious garlic cuisine and chef demos.
Soil Health Bi-Monthly Community Call
OnlineWe are excited to invite you to our bimonthly Soil Health Calls! These calls are designed to provide a platform for farmers, researchers, and experts to share their knowledge, experiences, and insights on soil health. Our aim is to create a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about improving soil health. Our calls will cover a range of topics related to soil health, including soil biology, organic matter, nutrient management, and any topic of relevance to the NOFA community and beyond. We will also have guest speakers who will share their expertise and insights on the latest developments in the field.
Fall Foraging: Wild Food Dishes with Jade Alicandro of Milk & Honey Herbs
Just Roots Community Farm 34 Glenbrook Dr, Greenfield, MA, United StatesJoin us for a walk around Just Roots identifying our bio-regionally abundant medicinal herbs that come into season in the fall. We'll learn identification, medicinal uses, harvesting techniques, medicinal preparations and more. Participants will be given time to do some foraging of their own and we'll end our walk by sharing some medicinal wild food dishes Jade will prepare ahead of time to share. Recipes will be shared!