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SUMMARY:NOFA Complete Approaches to Fertility: Soil to Foliar
DESCRIPTION: NOFA/Mass Registration Required – Register Here \nYour farm’s fertility plan doesn’t have to be a guessing game. With the right tools and approach\, it can be grounded\, methodical\, informed and even fun. \nIn this full-day\, hands-on workshop\, we’ll explore practical ways to assess soil health and develop effective fertility strategies\, with a focus on agroforestry systems. The morning will center on building a clear\, functional understanding of soil health through biological\, physical\, and chemical lenses. Participants will practice simple\, field-based assessments to better understand compaction\, soil structure\, and nutrient dynamics\, and discuss amendment and management strategies that support soil function over time\, especially in degraded or transitioning landscapes. \nAfter lunch\, we’ll shift our focus to foliar sprays: liquid nutrient and biological applications applied directly to plant leaves. Foliar sprays can be a powerful tool on any farm\, and particularly in agroforestry systems\, where perennial crops\, young trees\, and compromised soils often benefit from targeted\, responsive nutrition. Used thoughtfully\, they can help support plant health\, improve nutrient uptake\, and reduce stress while longer-term soil improvements take hold. Participants will learn how to choose appropriate foliar strategies\, mix and apply sprays\, and evaluate their effectiveness in the field. \nThroughout the day\, we’ll: \nAssess key soil health indicators such as compaction and nutrient needsUnderstand Big River Chestnuts’ approach to soil remediation and supporting young tree establishmentEnjoy a delicious\, locally sourced lunchCompare different foliar spray methodologies and determine which are appropriate for your operationMix and apply a foliar spray in a hands-on demonstrationUse application equipment and a refractometer to measure results in the field
URL:https://hampdenhampshireconservation.org/event/nofa-complete-approaches-to-fertility-soil-to-foliar/
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SUMMARY:NOFA/Mass Soil Health in Organic Systems Monthly Calls Getting Soils To Hum Early: Transplanting & Spring Conditions
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nMay in the Northeast brings a mix of warming days and sometimes stubbornly cool\, wet soils. In this one-hour call\, we’ll focus on transplanting into variable spring conditions\, priming soils with biology\, and practical bed prep strategies. We’ll also cover spring amendments\, inoculations & preps\, with an eye toward how temperature\, moisture & pH influence what actually responds early in the season. Bring your experience and discussion points\, and have your questions ready!
URL:https://hampdenhampshireconservation.org/event/nofa-mass-soil-health-in-organic-systems-monthly-calls-getting-soils-to-hum-early-transplanting-spring-conditions/
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SUMMARY:CISA Designing and optimizing irrigation systems for drought resiliency\, water efficiency and crop quality
DESCRIPTION:Location: Pioneer Gardens Farm\, 425 Greenfield Rd\, Deerfield\, MA 01342 \nRegister here \nThis workshop at Pioneer Gardens in South Deerfield\, MA will bring farmers and irrigation system designers together to look at emerging irrigation practices that increase water efficiency. The workshop will highlight the use of soil moisture sensors as a key component of irrigation planning and water usage. \nThe event will include opportunities for farmers to share their own approaches to irrigation\, including discussion of labor efficiency and decision-making during droughts. We will also provide information on grants and other funding sources for irrigation and related infrastructure. \nFollowing the workshop there will be a networking session with a light meal. \nThis work is supported by the Northeast Extension Risk Management project award no. 2025-70027-45395\, from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
URL:https://hampdenhampshireconservation.org/event/designing-and-optimizing-irrigation-systems-for-drought-resiliency-water-efficiency-and-crop-quality/
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SUMMARY:NOFA/Mass Working Towards Better Soil: Farmer Exchange & Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Register and Learn More Here \nJoin Just Roots and NOFA/Mass for a farmer-to-farmer field walk exploring how soil health practices can take shape on a small\, diversified production farm. We’re coming together to share practical knowledge and experience. This is an opportunity to share real-world experience—what’s working\, what isn’t\, and what we’re all still figuring out. \nTogether\, we’ll walk the farm and look closely at a few of our current experiments & systems\, including: \n\nNo-till beds within a mixed till/no-till production system\nNative pollinator plantings as part of a soil-building strategy\nPerennial hedgerow strips (apple\, dogwood\, beach plum)integrated into annual fields\nTrial-and-error lessons from running a high-value small farm while building soil\n\nThis is a casual\, farmer-led exchange. Come with questions\, ideas\, and your own experiences to share. After the tour\, we’ll gather for a light dinner & a conversation about how this work connects to the Healthy Soils Action Plan.
URL:https://hampdenhampshireconservation.org/event/nofa-mass-working-towards-better-soil-farmer-exchange-networking-event/
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SUMMARY:NOFA/Mass Physical Soil Health: Our Critical Soil Infrastructure
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nJoin us for this full-day workshop about the physical component of soil health where we’ll explore the essential principles that shape soil structure and vitality. This intensive will mix classroom-based learning with hands-on demonstrations and activities assessing soil structure. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of soil physical properties\, including texture\, structure\, porosity\, and compaction. \nEquipped with tools such as penetrometers\, shovels\, and infiltration rings\, attendees will learn how to assess and evaluate these critical aspects of soil health directly on the farm. We will also explore the synergies between the physical component of soil health and the chemical and biological components. Whether you’re a seasoned agricultural professional or a curious novice\, this workshop offers valuable insights and practical skills to enhance your understanding of soil and optimize farm management practices. \nThroughout the day\, you’ll learn: \n\nSoil compaction mitigation and remediation strategies\nThe importance of soil physical properties for water and gas management\nThe inherent and dynamic properties of soils\nHow to use tools for evaluating soil structure\nThe impact of different forms of soil disturbance on soil physical properties\nThe role of organic matter in soil structure\nHow to use cover crops to improve soil structure
URL:https://hampdenhampshireconservation.org/event/nofa-mass-physical-soil-health-our-critical-soil-infrastructure/
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