Farmer Circles are peer learning communities for farmers interested in discussing a certain topic in an informal, supportive environment. Each circle meets for at least 12 hours over the course of about one year and is facilitated by another farmer with interest in the subject. There are no teachers or students in the circles, just […]
Are you thinking of starting a small farm?Do you already run a farm and are hoping to expand? Invest in yourself and watch your returns grow through this 7-week course. Click here for more information. This course is right for you if you’ve never taken a day of financial planning in your life! It is also […]
Course Details: When: Tuesdays, January 9 – March 5, 2024, 6-8:30pm Where: MDAR office in West Springfield, or alternate western MA location dependent upon interest Registration: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. $150 per farm. If interested, please complete the brief Growing Your Farm application and email it to [email protected], or mail a hard copy to: MDAR, Attn: […]
Author Talk: Lawns Into Meadows author Owen Wormser Sat., Feb. 10, 1:00-3:00 pm Hadley Public Library (HHCD) Tues., Feb. 13, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Storr’s Library in Longmeadow (HHCD) Intended Audience: Adults Join us for a presentation by local native plant expert, landscape designer, and author, Owen Wormser, about how to turn your lawn into […]
With our unpredictable drought-flood cycle, irrigation has become a necessity for many vegetable operations to weather the summer. Choosing the right system to fit your operation’s needs can be costly and feel overwhelming. Starting off by using an efficient irrigation system will increase plant productivity and give you tools to best manage your operation. Join […]
Author Talk: Lawns Into Meadows author Owen Wormser Sat., Feb. 10, 1:00-3:00 pm Hadley Public Library (HHCD) Rescheduled due to inclement weather - New date, Wednesday, Feb 21st, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Storr’s Library in Longmeadow (HHCD) Intended Audience: Adults Join us for a presentation by local native plant expert, landscape designer, and author, Owen […]
Presenter: Jocelyn Demuth, owner of Checkerspot Farm (Colrain) Saturday, March 2, 10-11:30 AM at Hadley Public Library (HHCD) Saturday, March 30, 2024, 10:00 - 11:00 AM at Storr’s Public Library in Longmeadow (HHCD) For all ages, including families with children in grades 3-5 Learn the basics using native plants in gardens and the diversity of […]