February 19-22, 2020
Charleston, West Virginia
The 16th annual West Virginia Small Farm Conference will unlock the potential of West Virginia small farms to produce food profitably and help small farms transition from commodity production to food production for community and local consumption. It will support and further develop West Virginia's food system and local communities by encouraging local production, processing, wholesale and retail marketing, and consumption. The agenda features more than 110 different classes on topics such as Animal Production, Farm Management, Marketing, Beginning and Advanced Horticulture, Local Food Community, Value Adding and Wholesale Markets, Farm-to-School, Agritourism, Risk Management, and Farmers Markets.
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Baskets to Pallets Marketing Intensive
February 19, 2020
Ghent, New York
Join the Cornell Small Farms Program's Baskets to Pallets project for a holistic training that offers strategies and skill-building for successfully entering wholesale markets. This training at Hawthorne Valley Farm is for farmers considering new wholesale-market channels such as food hubs, grocery stores, schools, restaurants, and cooperatives. NYS Military Veterans are eligible for up to a $100 reimbursement for this event to cover registration and travel expenses. In: Northeast SARE Region
Ghent, New York
Join the Cornell Small Farms Program's Baskets to Pallets project for a holistic training that offers strategies and skill-building for successfully entering wholesale markets. This training at Hawthorne Valley Farm is for farmers considering new wholesale-market channels such as food hubs, grocery stores, schools, restaurants, and cooperatives. NYS Military Veterans are eligible for up to a $100 reimbursement for this event to cover registration and travel expenses. In: Northeast SARE Region
Healthy Soils, Healthy Farms
February 19, 2020
Presque Isle, Maine
Join Maine Farmland Trust, University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Southern Aroostook Soil and Water Conservation District, Central Aroostook Soil and Water Conservation District, and fellow farmers for a day of learning about how healthy soils practices can benefit your farm operation. In: Northeast SARE Region
Presque Isle, Maine
Join Maine Farmland Trust, University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Southern Aroostook Soil and Water Conservation District, Central Aroostook Soil and Water Conservation District, and fellow farmers for a day of learning about how healthy soils practices can benefit your farm operation. In: Northeast SARE Region
Climate, Soil, Food, Health: It's All Connected
February 21-23, 2020
Ghent, New York
The Institute for Mindful Agriculture presents a winter workshop with soil scientist Will Brinton of Woods End Laboratories and Gidon Eshel, Research Professor, Environmental and Urban Studies at Bard College. This interactive and experiential gathering at Hawthorne Valley Farm dives into the many different yet interconnected strands of soil health including physical, biological, and spiritual. In: Northeast SARE Region
Ghent, New York
The Institute for Mindful Agriculture presents a winter workshop with soil scientist Will Brinton of Woods End Laboratories and Gidon Eshel, Research Professor, Environmental and Urban Studies at Bard College. This interactive and experiential gathering at Hawthorne Valley Farm dives into the many different yet interconnected strands of soil health including physical, biological, and spiritual. In: Northeast SARE Region
Berry and Grape Production for Beginning Farmers
February 21, 2020
Kingston, New York
This course is offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension as part of a series for new and aspiring land owners/lessees and beginning farmers. Learn how to determine whether a site is appropriate for what you want to grow, as well as some of the early challenges you may face as a new grower. In: Northeast SARE Region
Kingston, New York
This course is offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension as part of a series for new and aspiring land owners/lessees and beginning farmers. Learn how to determine whether a site is appropriate for what you want to grow, as well as some of the early challenges you may face as a new grower. In: Northeast SARE Region
Maryland Organic Food & Farming Association Winter Workshop
February 22, 2020
Annapolis, Maryland
MOFFA, the Maryland Organic Food and & Farming Association, is holding its 29th Annual Winter Workshop Meeting. The meeting is open to the public, and everyone is invited to attend. Gain practical knowledge from organic farmers and researchers. Explore current issues. Join in lively discussions. Meet fellow farmers, gardeners, food system advocates, and consumers. In: Northeast SARE Region
Annapolis, Maryland
MOFFA, the Maryland Organic Food and & Farming Association, is holding its 29th Annual Winter Workshop Meeting. The meeting is open to the public, and everyone is invited to attend. Gain practical knowledge from organic farmers and researchers. Explore current issues. Join in lively discussions. Meet fellow farmers, gardeners, food system advocates, and consumers. In: Northeast SARE Region
New England Campus Farmer Summit
February 22, 2020
Easton, Massachusetts
The New England Campus Farmer Summit gathers the campus farm community in the Northeast. The second biennial summit will highlight the value of campus farms and growing spaces, given larger societal concerns and shifts in structure, function, and constraints of higher education institutions. Attendees will leave the Summit feeling part of a larger campus farm community, with the connections, tools, and information to nourish their own communities, organizations, and farms. The 2020 summit program will focus on the theme of nourishment. In: Northeast SARE Region
Easton, Massachusetts
The New England Campus Farmer Summit gathers the campus farm community in the Northeast. The second biennial summit will highlight the value of campus farms and growing spaces, given larger societal concerns and shifts in structure, function, and constraints of higher education institutions. Attendees will leave the Summit feeling part of a larger campus farm community, with the connections, tools, and information to nourish their own communities, organizations, and farms. The 2020 summit program will focus on the theme of nourishment. In: Northeast SARE Region
Agriculture & Food Conference
February 23, 2020
Dighton, Massachusetts
Southeast Massachusetts Agricultural Partnership presents this 13th annual Agriculture & Food Conference. The lineup includes workshops for the general public as well as info-packed sessions for farmers and gardeners of all experience levels. Registration includes a locally sourced lunch and Resource Fair. In: Northeast SARE Region
Dighton, Massachusetts
Southeast Massachusetts Agricultural Partnership presents this 13th annual Agriculture & Food Conference. The lineup includes workshops for the general public as well as info-packed sessions for farmers and gardeners of all experience levels. Registration includes a locally sourced lunch and Resource Fair. In: Northeast SARE Region
Delmarva Soil Summit
February 26-27, 2020
Georgetown, Delaware
Whether you farm two acres or 2,000 acres, the Delmarva Soil Summit will deliver information that's relevant to your farm's scale and production type. National experts and local researchers will present in learning tracks and farmer panels for both large-scale commodity farmers and small-scale diversified growers. In: Northeast SARE Region
Georgetown, Delaware
Whether you farm two acres or 2,000 acres, the Delmarva Soil Summit will deliver information that's relevant to your farm's scale and production type. National experts and local researchers will present in learning tracks and farmer panels for both large-scale commodity farmers and small-scale diversified growers. In: Northeast SARE Region
Connecticut Hemp Conference and Trade Show
February 26, 2020
South Windsor, Connecticut
The Connecticut Hemp Conference and Trade Show will bring together advocates, cultivators, and businesses interested in the industry. The conference will cover healthy soils practices, local policy and regulations, Connecticut field trial results, as well as innovative production markets. The event will be a valuable resource for local producers and farmers who are seeking connections in the state as well as knowledge about local issues and opportunities. In: Northeast SARE Region
South Windsor, Connecticut
The Connecticut Hemp Conference and Trade Show will bring together advocates, cultivators, and businesses interested in the industry. The conference will cover healthy soils practices, local policy and regulations, Connecticut field trial results, as well as innovative production markets. The event will be a valuable resource for local producers and farmers who are seeking connections in the state as well as knowledge about local issues and opportunities. In: Northeast SARE Region
Pennsylvania Veteran Farming Conference
February 28, 2020
Boalsburg, Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Veteran Farming Conference focuses on "Growing Your Veteran Farm of Agribusiness." Sessions include an overview of USDA resources, business planning, risk management in agritourism, considerations for nonprofit farms, and a marketing case study. In: Northeast SARE Region
Boalsburg, Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Veteran Farming Conference focuses on "Growing Your Veteran Farm of Agribusiness." Sessions include an overview of USDA resources, business planning, risk management in agritourism, considerations for nonprofit farms, and a marketing case study. In: Northeast SARE Region
Meat Quality and Value Added Products Workshop
February 28, 2020
Greensburg, Pennsylvania
Penn State Extension offers this free workshop where participants will get a better understanding of meat cuts, meat quality issues, and ways to add value to lambs and goats. The workshop includes a lamb carcass cutting demonstration. In: Northeast SARE Region
Greensburg, Pennsylvania
Penn State Extension offers this free workshop where participants will get a better understanding of meat cuts, meat quality issues, and ways to add value to lambs and goats. The workshop includes a lamb carcass cutting demonstration. In: Northeast SARE Region
Livestock Production for Beginning Farmers
February 28, 2020
Kingston, New York
This course is offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension as part of a series for new and aspiring land owners/lessees and beginning farmers. The class will include everything from keeping animals for domestic use to small and mid-scale commercial animal operations. It will cover production and marketing considerations for the most common livestock types (cattle, small ruminants, pigs, and poultry) as well as how to designing your farm to make the best use of your current resources. In: Northeast SARE Region
Kingston, New York
This course is offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension as part of a series for new and aspiring land owners/lessees and beginning farmers. The class will include everything from keeping animals for domestic use to small and mid-scale commercial animal operations. It will cover production and marketing considerations for the most common livestock types (cattle, small ruminants, pigs, and poultry) as well as how to designing your farm to make the best use of your current resources. In: Northeast SARE Region
New Hampshire Grazing Conference
February 29, 2020
Concord, New Hampshire
Granite State Graziers' annual New Hampshire Grazing Conference will cover topics ranging from pastured poultry and swine to marketing farm-raised meats. In: Northeast SARE Region
Concord, New Hampshire
Granite State Graziers' annual New Hampshire Grazing Conference will cover topics ranging from pastured poultry and swine to marketing farm-raised meats. In: Northeast SARE Region
Northern Connecticut Agriculture Summit
February 29, 2020
Enfield, Connecticut
"Farming for Your Future" will offer educational seminars for current and prospective farmers. Topics include healthy soil, farmer grants, beekeeping, hemp, protecting assets, and much more. In: Northeast SARE Region
Enfield, Connecticut
"Farming for Your Future" will offer educational seminars for current and prospective farmers. Topics include healthy soil, farmer grants, beekeeping, hemp, protecting assets, and much more. In: Northeast SARE Region
NOFA Rhode Island Winter Conference
March 1, 2020
Bristol, Rhode Island
Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) of Rhode Island's 7th annual conference offers a full day of workshops with nationally recognized speakers in organic and sustainable agriculture. The agenda includes influential speakers from across Rhode Island and New England, networking sessions, the annual meeting, and a delicious potluck meal. In: Northeast SARE Region
Bristol, Rhode Island
Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA) of Rhode Island's 7th annual conference offers a full day of workshops with nationally recognized speakers in organic and sustainable agriculture. The agenda includes influential speakers from across Rhode Island and New England, networking sessions, the annual meeting, and a delicious potluck meal. In: Northeast SARE Region
Farm to Table Expo at the Home & Garden Show
March 6-15, 2020
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The 14th Annual Farm to Table Expo is part of the Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show. This event celebrates the region's locally grown and produced food and beverages. There will be more than 60 local food vendors and 10 days of speakers and demonstrations. Seasonal cooking demonstrations, gardening, and information about the nutritional value of local food are presented by local experts. In: Northeast SARE Region
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The 14th Annual Farm to Table Expo is part of the Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show. This event celebrates the region's locally grown and produced food and beverages. There will be more than 60 local food vendors and 10 days of speakers and demonstrations. Seasonal cooking demonstrations, gardening, and information about the nutritional value of local food are presented by local experts. In: Northeast SARE Region
OrganiConn
March 7, 2020
Middletown, Connecticut
Connecticut NOFA's 38th Annual Winter Conference is the largest gathering of organic farming and food enthusiasts in Connecticut. It's the premier event in the state for farmers, gardeners, fans of organic food, and sustainability enthusiasts. The schedule features workshops, networking, and keynote Niaz Dorry. In: Northeast SARE Region
Middletown, Connecticut
Connecticut NOFA's 38th Annual Winter Conference is the largest gathering of organic farming and food enthusiasts in Connecticut. It's the premier event in the state for farmers, gardeners, fans of organic food, and sustainability enthusiasts. The schedule features workshops, networking, and keynote Niaz Dorry. In: Northeast SARE Region
New York Certified Organic Meeting Series
March 10, 2020
Waterloo, New York
New York Certified Organic is hosting its annual winter monthly meeting series at Martin Auction Barn. Anyone interested in organic production is welcome to attend. Speakers will present on a range of topics. In: Northeast SARE Region
Waterloo, New York
New York Certified Organic is hosting its annual winter monthly meeting series at Martin Auction Barn. Anyone interested in organic production is welcome to attend. Speakers will present on a range of topics. In: Northeast SARE Region
Western PA Spring Grazing Conference
March 11-12, 2020
Clarion, Pennsylvania
Headwaters RC&D and numerous partners present the 23rd annual Spring Grazing Conference, featuring keynote speakers Glenn Elzinga and Dr. Allen Williams, breakout sessions, and a trade show. In: Northeast SARE Region
Clarion, Pennsylvania
Headwaters RC&D and numerous partners present the 23rd annual Spring Grazing Conference, featuring keynote speakers Glenn Elzinga and Dr. Allen Williams, breakout sessions, and a trade show. In: Northeast SARE Region
Vermont Farmers Market Conference
March 18, 2020
South Royalton, Vermont
This annual conference brings together market managers, organizers, vendors, and community members from across the state for a day of education, resource-sharing, and networking. The conference offers resources and information from service providers, state agencies, and fellow market organizers. In: Northeast SARE Region
South Royalton, Vermont
This annual conference brings together market managers, organizers, vendors, and community members from across the state for a day of education, resource-sharing, and networking. The conference offers resources and information from service providers, state agencies, and fellow market organizers. In: Northeast SARE Region