NOFA/RI

Farming for Flavor: A tasting night with Julia Sweet & Bill Braun at the Gilded Tomato
2021-07-27 17:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The Guilded Tomato, 2 Peckham St, Rehoboth, MA, 02769, United States
Bill Braun from the Freed Seed Federation will join us to discuss vegetable variety selection and the importance of growers selecting, saving, and breeding crops that are better adapted to their locations than what is available commercially. Bill has championed local MA/RI varieties like the Macomber turnip and local corn varieties like the Rhode Island White Cap Flint corn as well as, of course, some exquisite new tomato varieties just ready for taste testing!
Bill Braun, farmer at Ivory Silo Farm in Westport and executive director of Freed Seed Federation, will discuss the crucial role of growers in the preservation, improvement, and breeding of regional seed varieties. He will bring some samples to taste tomato selections from a farmer/breeder participatory breeding project. Freed Seed Federation is a farmer-run nonprofit dedicated to place-based seed for the people. We partner farmers and breeders in the meaningful preservation, creation, and diversification of regional public domain seed, in an effort to foster mosaics of alternative community-based seed systems.

NOFA/MA Summer Conference
2021-07-30 - 2021-08-06

No-till Cultivation and Soil Fertility
2021-08-13 17:00 - 19:00

Recommendations for the Organic Orchardist and Backyard Grower
2021-08-14 16:30 - 18:30 | Elmwood Orchard, 58 Snake Hill Road, North Scituate, RI, 02857, United States
Al and Jean Fuoroli from Elwood Orchard have grown certified organic apples since 2012. Al will discuss and recommend apple varieties that will allow the grower to avoid some of the major apple diseases in southern New England. Also discussed will be how they manage weeds in a perennial planting and insect and disease control.

Transitioning from the summer to winter, efficiencies and regenerative agriculture
2021-08-31 16:30 - 2021-10-31 18:30 | Little RIver Farm, 125 William Reynolds Rd, Exeter, RI, 02822, United States
Join us at Little River Farm

Growing a Farm to Feed a Restaurant
2021-10-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Matunuck Vegetable Farm, 2236 Comd Oliver Hazard Perry Highway, South Kingston, RI, 02879, United States
Perry Ruso, the owner of Matunuck Oyster Bar, will give an introduction about why he started the Matunuch vegetable far and how it has worked out. Tim Cheng, the manager of the farm, will share his expertise and give a tour.
The tour will touch on a multitude of subjects ranging from micro green and sunflower shoot production, developing efficient wash-pack systems and summer and winter cover cropping. Come learn about organic weed control techniques and specific tools used! Tim will also speak about certification, how to manage your system plan and navigate the system without fear.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

NOFA Tri-state Bulk Order Deadline
2022-01-31 | Online
The NOFA Tri-State Bulk Order opens on January 1st of each year.

Thanks in advance for buying your farm and garden supplies through the NOFA Tri-State Bulk Order. By buying with us, you’ll help fund critical programming and activities at participating NOFA chapters while getting great products at affordable prices.

To Participate:

Order online at www.nofamass.store/bulkorder between January 1-31.

Note: for special orders, sling orders and drop ships, you will need to order by mail using the Order Form

The bulk order period is open from January 1st-31st. Browse the catalog and order online (or via printable order form), or get in touch with us at bulkorder@nofamass.org to request a paper catalog. We recommend that you plan to shop early this year, to help your Bulk Order team and our suppliers best manage any COVID-related impacts on product availability and shipping that may occur.
Concerned about COVID? We are, too – and we’ll make this year’s pickup plans with the health and safety of our site coordinators, volunteers, customers and our broader communities in mind.
Questions? Comments? Email bulkorder@nofamass.org.
Our Bulk Order Suppliers for 2021 include:

Vermont Compost Company
Earth Care Farm, LLC
Organic Growers Supply
North Country Organics
Progressive Grower
Fertrell
Moose Tubers

2022 Winter Conference
2022-03-06
Register Here

Join NOFA/RI for our 10th Annual Winter Conference, an all-day virtual event featuring a deep dive into the promises and practices of regenerative agriculture.
Regenerative Agriculture claims to offer solutions to our agricultural and land care problems, including soil erosion and depletion, weed and pest abundance, and nutrient supply and availability. Regenerative Ag also proposes solutions to wider global crises such as climate change and ocean acidification through carbon sequestration into soils, less reliance on chemicals and mined minerals, and less fossil fuel consumption.
Can it deliver on these promises? We will explore these issues with several leaders in sustainable agriculture over the course of two panel discussions moderated by Rhode Island farmer John Kenny.
To request a scholarship, email us at nofari@live.com.

Schedule of Events

Annual Meeting | Year in review, and what’s in the works for 2022

11am-1pm: Panel 1 | Regenerative Agriculture, Big Promises
What is regenerative agriculture? Why is it so relevant to our future? A discussion of agriculture’s historic relationships to fuel, water, and soil, its displacement of Black farmers and Indigenous nations, and ways that regenerative agriculture proposes to transform these relationships. 20 minutes reserved for Q&A at the end.

Lunch Screening | Organic Roots: NOFA’s First 50 Years and a Vision for the Future

3pm-5pm: Panel 2 | Regenerative Agriculture in Practice
In the afternoon session, we dig in on the practice of regenerative ag. Our guest experts share their experience with soil-building, handling pests and diseases, nurturing biodiversity, and general best practices. 40 minutes reserved for Q&A at the end.

Guest Speakers

Ray Archuleta, the Soils Guy himself, has worked for over 25 years with NRCS as a Conservation Agronomist and has been a leading spokesperson for regenerative agriculture. (Panels 1 and 2)
Leah Penniman is a farmer, activist, author, co-founder and co-director of Soul Fire Farm in Petersburg NY. Leah brings the perspective of a Black woman who has helped many, many Black and Brown people reconnect with the land. (Panel 1)
Dr. Vern Grubinger is the Extension Professor and Vegetable and Berry Specialist at the University of Vermont. Vern has been helping farmers for over thirty years reach sustainable solutions to agricultural challenges. (Panels 1 and 2)
Dr. Jonathan Lundgren is the founder of Ecdysis Foundation and Blue Dasher Farm. Jonathan left a career at the USDA over the agency’s attempts to suppress his research around neonicotinoid pesticides and their ecological impacts. He has since dedicated himself to research around regenerative practices and is an advocate of their promises. (Panels 1 and 2)
Jody Bolluyt is one of the farmers at Roxbury Farm CSA in Kinderhook, NY. Roxbury Farm CSA grows 25 acres of organic vegetables and raises grass fed beef and pastured pork for their CSA members. An additional 25 to 30 acres is planted in cover crops each year. (Panel 2)

Composting, Worms & Gardening with Monique Bosch
2022-06-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
Composting, Worms & Gardening with Monique Bosch
June 28, 2022 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Virtual via Zoom | Wiggle Room, Lafayette St, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Monique Bosch, the owner of Wiggle Room, will give a presentation on the benefits of vermicomposting. The presentation will also compare and contrast other compost practices, and how to know which style to choose. BONUS: Presentation will include under-the-microscope analysis of various forms of compost!
Wiggle Room is a vermicomposting business based in Connecticut.
The workshop was recorded, and you can watch it here.

NOFA Summer Conference
2022-08-05 - 2022-08-07 | Hampshire College, 893 West Street, Amherst, MA, 01002, United States
48th NOFA Summer Conference

The NOFA Summer Conference is a dynamic and diverse gathering of people working at the intersections of organic agriculture, gardening, food justice, land management, education, carbon sequestration, environment and health.
The 48th annual NOFA Summer Conference is slated for the weekend of August 5-7, 2022 at Hampshire College in Amherst, MA. Over 60 educational workshops, panel discussions, roundtables and a keynote session, a conference for children, entertainment opportunities and more.
We’ve appreciated the expansion of community and accessibility that meeting online has offered us, and we will continue to offer an online option for those who prefer to attend remotely. Agenda and details available here.
The 2022 NOFA Summer Conference will be happening in person at Hampshire College in Amherst, MA August 5-7, 2022. This year’s conference theme is Decolonizing and Regrowing Food Systems – The Work of Our Time and we hope you’ll join us to explore this and many other rich topics with your peers.
We feel confident that we’ll be able to gather in person this August. We’ve appreciated the expansion of community and accessibility that meeting online has offered us, and will continue to offer some workshop material online. We will make preparations during our planning process to shift to a fully online conference if circumstances change.
Registration Now Open

More information, please visit www.nofasummerconference.org

Transitioning to Organic Apple Growing + Building a Small Barn & Retail Farm Stand with Small Wonder Farm
2022-08-23 18:00 - 19:30 | small wonder farm, 229 Long Highway, Little Compton, RI, 02837, United States
Small World Farm began in the Spring of 2021. Claire Bowen and her husband Patrick purchased the 2-acre orchard of approximately 700 trees from Warren Wetzel of Old Stone Orchard in Little Compton, RI. Originally planted in 1988, it contains seven cultivars, including Honeycrisp, Idared, Cortland, Macoun, Empire, Fuji, and Granny Smith.

With no experience farming apples, Claire and Patrick are committed to preserving the beautiful orchard and doing so through organic practices. In addition to apples, they have honeybees, chickens, sunflowers, pumpkins, squash, gourds, and other vegetables.
Claire and Patrick have benefitted from the generous advice of other farmers including Al and Jean Fuoroli from Elwood Orchard and local farmer Skip Paul of Wishingstone Farm. They are also grateful for the assistance and expertise of Heather Faubert of URI.
Claire and Patrick are in the process of building a small barn on the farm, to be used as a retail farm stand and processing area.
RSVP HERE

BIG TRAIN FARM On-Farm Workshop
2022-09-12 17:00 - 18:30 | Big Train Farm, 1012 Snake Hill Road, N. Scituate, RI, 02857, United States
On-farm Workshop with owner John Kenney
September 12th, 2022
N. Scituate, RI
Details forthcoming
(please check this space for time and location detail – please ignore the “time” that is listed here until closer to the event as it is subject to change)

ROOTS FARM On-Farm Workshop
2022-09-25 13:00 - 14:30 | Roots Farm, 17 East Rd, Tiverton, RI, 02878, United States
Roots Farm
On-farm Workshop with owners Kelli & Mike Roberts
September 25th, 2022
Tiverton, RI
On-Farm Workshop with owners Kelli & Mike Roberts. Tiverton, RI. Kelly and Mike Roberts of Roots Farm will share their expertise in No-Till farming methods. In addition, the workshop will delve into bed layout and shaping, weed management & cultivation, solarization & occultation, soil testing & amendments. RSVP HERE

Racial Equity at the NOFA Interstate Council: Where are we at and how can we grow?
2022-09-30 09:00 - 23:00
September 30, 2022, 9:00-11:00am
Racial Equity at the NOFA Interstate Council: Where are we at and how can we grow?
Audience: NOFA Interstate Council and IC Policy Committee Members
This is an introductory conversation to delve deeper into conversations around active racial equity work within the NOFA Interstate Council. Racism impacts our conferences, grant collaborations, and even our budget. In order to actively build a more equitable organization, we aim to draft some community agreements around equity, and discuss: What do we mean when we talk about racial equity? What is racism and white supremacy, and how does it show up at NOFA? How can the IC work to dismantle racism and white supremacy in our work? With each chapter doing their own equity work and growing at their own pace, how can we get on the same page and coordinate as a larger group? RSVP HERE
Please RSVP by 9/28 to help us plan ahead.

Soil Health and Microscopy with Monique Bosch
2022-10-03 16:00 - 17:30 | Hillandale Farm, 6 Haversham Road, Westerly, RI, 02891, United States
OCTOBER 3rd at 4pm
Join Monique Bosch as she takes us on a deep dive, zooming in 400X magnification, to check out the beneficial microbes that live in our healthy soils. We’ll learn how to identify these microbial critters, and how to increase their numbers in our soils, so that we can grow the healthiest plants and most nutritious food.

RSVP HERE

Racial Equity in Organic Certification
2022-10-14 09:00 - 11:00
October 14, 2022, 9:00-11:00am
Racial Equity in Organic Certification
Audience: All NOFA staff and board
As proponents of organic agriculture, we would like organic food and farming to be available to everyone, and our Farm Share program is a helpful start. However, a long history of systemic racism in the food system creates barriers to organic certification and products. This workshop will review racism in the food system, with a focus on organic certification and specifically decision making around NOFA’s Farm Share program. How are we promoting the Farm Share program to BIPOC communities, and is the program truly accessible? Are we leaving out BIPOC organic farmers if certification is a requirement to participation, and how can we include more BIPOC farmers? What changes can we advocate for in the NOP or in local certification agencies to make organic certification more equitable? RSVP here
Please RSVP by 9/28 to help us plan ahead.

Racial Equity On Your Farm
2022-11-18 09:00 - 11:00
November 18th, 2022, 9:00-11:00am
Racial Equity on your Farm
Audience: NOFA staff and board, Farm Share collaborators, organic farmers
As we plan for the 2023 season with an expanded Farm Share program across the 7 NOFA states, we aim to build racial equity into all aspects of the program. This workshop is an opportunity for farmers to talk with NOFA staff about integrating racial equity into their farm business. Whether customers are coming to the farm site or picking up shares at a dropoff location, each farm will have steps that they can take to make the experience welcoming and inclusive for all. This conversation will also provide tools for farmers to reach out to BIPOC communities in a way that is anti-racist and culturally sensitive.
RSVP here
Please RSVP by 9/28 to help us plan ahead.

A Future of Food Security for All - with Special Guest Ira Wallace
2023-01-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Online

Planting for the Seasons: Growing flowers in a caterpillar tunnel with Moonrose Farm
2023-04-26 16:30 - 17:30 | Moonrose Farm, 88 Mason Street, Rehoboth, MA, 02769, United States
April 26th, 2023 – In-Person! – Planting for the Seasons: Growing flowers in a caterpillar tunnel with Moonrose Farm
Description: Join us on Wednesday, April 26th at 4:30 pm for an on-farm workshop at Moonrose Farm, brought to you by NOFA Rhode Island. Farmer-Florist Jordan Goldsmith will lead the workshop, sharing her expertise on planting for the seasons and growing flowers in a caterpillar tunnel. This one-hour workshop will cover overwintered flowers, and spring flower production, and offer a handout with dates for planting certain crops, plus a three-season planting plan.
Moonrose Farm is a woman-owned, chemical-free farm and apiary, with a mission to harmonize feeding the land and feeding the people. If you’re interested in organic gardening, farming, and flowers, or just want to be around beautiful people, then this workshop is for you! Don’t miss this chance to learn from the experts and explore the beautiful grounds of Moonrose Farm. We look forward to seeing you there!
Location: Moonrose Farm
Address: 88 Mason St, Rehoboth MA, 02769
Website: https://www.moonrosefarm.com/
Link to Register

Thursday, May 18 @ 5 pm in person! at Long Lane Farm in Warren “Maximizing Early Season Profits”
2023-05-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Long Lane Farm, 39 Long Lane, Warren, RI, 02885, United States
Ready to elevate your farm’s early season profits? Join us at Long Lane Farm to discover the secrets behind microgreens, interplanting, and techniques to get crops into the field early. Learn from experienced farmers Devin & Camille Abdel-Nabi how to boost your income with a plant sale and sustainable farming methods.
Come together with fellow farmers to exchange ideas and learn valuable strategies for growth on your farm.
During this practical session, we’ll discuss:

Microgreens cultivation
Interplanting greens and tomatoes in tunnels
Techniques for getting crops into the field early
Plus, plant sale strategies for additional income.

Location: Long Lane Farm 39 Long Lane, Warren, RI 02885
Why Long Lane Farm?
Long Lane Farm is a small, no-till organic produce farm nestled on a beautiful 5-acre property in Warren, Rhode Island. With a focus on high-quality produce and microgreens year-round, Long Lane Farm prioritizes the surrounding community’s health and the environment.
Learn, Network, & Grow! 🌿
This workshop presents an opportunity to connect with fellow farmers, learn from experienced practitioners, and explore innovative strategies for increasing your farm’s early-season profitability. Let’s work together to build a sustainable and thriving farming community in Rhode Island.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Sunday, June 4 @ 4:00 pm - Keeping it All Going at Windmist Farm
2023-06-04 16:00 - 18:30 | Windmist Farm, 71 Weeden Lane, Jamestown, RI, 02835, United States
As seasons change and each new day brings its own challenges, how do we as farmers keep it all going? Come join us at Windmist Farm for an open-hearted discussion on the resilience and commitment it takes to run a farm.
In this intimate workshop, Martha Neale, co-owner of Windmist Farm, will share her vast experiences and insights on various challenges that come with farm life. This includes dealing with temperamental equipment, managing the transfer of the farm to the next generation, handling marketing pressures, ensuring regular foot traffic, safeguarding livestock from diseases, and sustaining a productive vegetable patch.
Expect a blend of practical advice, inspiring stories, and a wealth of resource recommendations that Martha and her husband George have found useful over the years. Martha’s candid narrative of her journey offers a unique opportunity to delve deep into the realities of farm life and learn practical strategies for success.
But this workshop isn’t just about listening – it’s about sharing and connecting, too. Attendees are highly encouraged to come with questions, ideas, or just stories from their own experiences. The ultimate aim is to foster a supportive network where we learn from each other and grow together.
So join us at Windmist Farm and enjoy an hour filled with farmer camaraderie, shared wisdom, and mutual support. Because farming life, with all its challenges, is easier when we know we are not alone. “Keeping it all going” – together.
Link to Register Here

Unveiling the Buzz: A Dive into the World of Bees
2023-07-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Casey Farm, 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown, RI, 02874, United States
Join us at the historic Casey Farm in Saunderstown, Rhode Island, for an enlightening one-hour workshop on bees.
Hosted by NOFA RI and facilitated by Cindy Holt, an Eastern Apiculture Society certified Master Beekeeper, this event aims to broaden your perspective beyond honey bees and into the fascinating realm of solitary bees.
Cindy will share her expertise on the diverse bee species native to Rhode Island, how to cultivate a bee-friendly environment that enhances your garden’s productivity, and debunk common misconceptions about keeping honey bees.
This workshop will be especially beneficial to farmers who might consider starting their own beehives. Cindy will discuss the challenges and complexities of keeping honey bees and why working with an experienced beekeeper might be a more sustainable approach.
Following the workshop, participants can join a tour of Casey Farm, a 300-acre organic, historic farm with a commitment to sustainable farming practices.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of bees and their vital role in our environment.
Reserve your spot by registering today!

49TH ANNUAL NOFA SUMMER CONFERENCE
2023-07-24 - 2023-07-29 | Worcester state University, 486 Chandler St, Worcester, MA, 01602, United States
Join us for a weekend centered around the organic, regenerative, sustainable living movement at our 49th annual summer gathering.

Conference Theme: Buen Vivir: Celebrating Harmony with Nature and our Communities
Dates: July 24th–July 27th, 2023 (Online) July 28th–29th, 2023 (Online & In person @ WSU)
Location: Online & In person at Worcester State University

HIGHLIGHTS:

Workshops and discussions (English & Spanish)
Salsa dancing fundraiser for Food Access
Free soil health consultations
Children’s programming
A fair!

Workshop topics include:

Soil health
Livestock/produce integration
Fair prices and wages
Adapting for climate change
Permaculture
Agroforestry
Low-input systems
Food access
and so much more!

ABOUT THE NOFA SUMMER CONFERENCE:
The NOFA Summer Conference is the annual summer gathering of the Northeast Organic Farming Association. NOFA is a non-profit organization of over 5,000 small-scale farmers, gardeners, consumers and food system reformers. We promote healthy food, organic regenerative farming practices, and climate disruption solutions through soil management strategies

SLIDING SCALE OFFERED – Click here for more information
For More Info & to Register – Click here!

From Orchard to Glass: Cultivating Cider Apples with Passion and Precision
2023-08-13 16:00 - 18:30 | Swanson’s Farm, 930 Hopkins Hill Rd, West Greenwich, RI, 02817
Dive into the fascinating world of cider-making with our unique workshop at The Hard-Pressed Cider Company‘s farm in West Greenwich, RI. Join owners Rob and Jaclyn Swanson on Sunday, August 13th at 4pm as they peel back the layers of their inspiring journey – from planting their first apple tree to the final product of crisp, refreshing hard cider.
In this hour-long workshop, Rob and Jaclyn will share their story of establishing an apple orchard from scratch, the challenges faced, and their innovative use of weather stations for precise pest management in conjunction with pest management tips from Cornell University. This workshop is designed to encourage new fruit growers, orchard enthusiasts, and farmers by illustrating that creating a successful, values-driven business from scratch is genuinely achievable. Join us and sample the fruits of their labor – some delightful hard cider!
Register now – Space is Limited!

A Workshop on Organic Pest and Disease Management @ Roots Farm
2023-09-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Roots Farm, 17 East Rd, Tiverton, RI, 02878, United States
Get ready for a down-to-earth afternoon at Roots Farm in Tiverton, RI, and learn about Organic Pest and Disease Management from two farmers who’ve navigated its challenges firsthand. Mike and Kelli Roberts, who are big believers in growing nutrient-dense crops and nurturing healthy soils, will share their practical experiences and innovative pest and disease management methods.
The workshop will cover strategies such as using beneficial insects, interplanting with insect-attracting flowers, and embracing preventative measures to stay ahead of potential issues. Learn more about the pivotal role of soil fertility, insect netting magic, and the dance of crop rotation and spacing. In times of need, they reveal their toolkit of sprays.
Suitable for seasoned organic farmers and aspiring cultivators alike, this workshop promises actionable techniques that align with nature’s rhythms. Anyone passionate about sustainable land management in New England is welcome.

Growing Together: A Workshop on Cooperative Farming
2023-10-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Osamequin Farm, 80 Walnut St, Seekonk, MA, 02771, United States
Join us on Thursday, October 12th @ 5:00 PM at Osamequin Farm for an engaging one-hour workshop followed by a bonfire hangout. This workshop, led by Sarah Newkirk, the founding director of Osamequin Farm, offers valuable insights into cooperative farming strategies and the advantages of resource-sharing.
Gain practical insights into establishing and maintaining shared infrastructure, equitable division of responsibilities, and effective communication among co-op members. Hear from Sarah about the evolution of the cooperative model from its inception to its present state. Additionally, we will look at the water systems used at Osamequin Farm, a case study in resource management and equity within the cooperative.

Learn practical strategies for creating and maintaining a successful cooperative farming environment.
Gain insights into shared infrastructure, responsibilities, and communication.
Understand the evolution of Osamequin’s cooperative model and the lessons learned along the way.
Connect with like-minded farmers and growers in New England who share your interest in cooperative farming and living.

Address: 80 Walnut St, Seekonk, MA 02771
Parking: Navigate to 80 Walnut St. Once on Walnut Street, pass the farm stand on your right, continue over the little white bridge, and park in the grassy field on your right side labeled “Parking” with a painted sign.
From there, continue walking down Walnut until you follow the left fork of the driveway to get to the barn. If you have any accessibility concerns, feel free to drive all the way to the barn and park there.

Rain or shine?: Light rain or shine

Canceled!! Collaborative and Purpose-Driven Organic Growing in Rhode Island
2023-12-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Shewatuck Farm, 140 Exeter Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States
Canceled!!
Join us for our last on-farm workshop of the year on December 18th, offering a unique opportunity to learn about the RI Farm Incubator’s latest community-driven project. This project is at the forefront of disseminating and sharing new and cutting-edge integrated cropping techniques specifically tailored to the region’s small-scale, organic, and beginning growers.
This conversational workshop is ideal for beginning and seasoned farmers eager to enhance their organic farming ventures with market-centric and sustainable strategies. It is also a chance for attendees to learn how to actively participate in this new collaborative regional network of organic growers led by the RI Farm Incubator.
Conversation topics include:

Examples of growing techniques used at Shewatuck, Little River, Little Bit, and other farms
Goal Setting and Market Entry Strategy
Regulatory Alignment and Value-Added Products
Purposeful Farm Planning

These discussions will equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary for successful and impactful farming.
Please register on Eventbrite to save your spot!
This workshop is brought to you by NOFA Rhode Island, extending a platform for aspiring and seasoned farmers to share, learn, and grow together.

Southeastern New England Regenerative Agriculture Weekend
2024-01-06 09:00 - 2024-01-07 17:00 | Westerly Armory, 41 Railroad Avenue, Westerly, RI, 02891
Speaker Schedule:
SATURDAY
9:25 Words of Welcome
9:30 Max Hence, Ayers Foundation and Hillandale Farm, Westerly, RI
Regenerative Agriculture, Seeing the Forest Through the Trees
11:00 Dr. Justine Deming, URI College of Environment and Life Sciences
Stewards of the Land: The critical role livestock managers play in soil rejuvenation
1:00 Emma Sutphen, Adesa Farm, North Stonington, CT
Organic and integrated pest management practices
2:30 Donald Demers, Buxton Hollow Farm, Woonsocket, RI
Benefits of Biochar
4:00 Jean Scialabba, Vermiculturalist, Ledyard, CT
Vermiculture 101
SUNDAY
9:25 Words of Welcome
9:30 Jacques Dufresne, Liepold Pond Farm, Pawcatuck, CT
Hugulkultur generative raised beds
11:00 Dr. Danielle Larese, BOTL Farm, Ashford, CT
Think outside the barn: Getting started with pasture-based livestock
1:00 Andrew Dappollonio, Still River Farm, Coventry, CT
Small-acre grain production
2:30 Azure Cygler, Rhody Wild Sea Gardens, Narragansett, RI
Kelp farming in Rhode Island
4:00 Cassius Spears, NRCS RI State Resource Conservationist
NRCS’s Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry initiative
BOX LUNCHES made by Wild Side Market (pre-order ONLY; cost is $13 cash or check to pay on day you get your lunch)
Choose one soup, one salad, and one half sandwich and email your order to Ellie at RegenerativeAgricultureWeekend@gmail.com. Be sure to indicate what day you would like your meal.
Soups: Roasted Red Pepper with Potato & Leek or Tomato Lentil & White Bean (soups are vegan, gluten- and dairy-free)
Salads: Winter Farro with Almonds, Apple & Butternut Squash or Curried Sweet Potato Salad or Garden Salad
Half Sandwiches: Turkey with maple mayo, greens or Roast beef, Mediterranean spread, provolone and vegetables or Portabello with Red Roasted Peppers or Tuna
Free parking: as street parking is limited, it is helpful to know that 118 spaces are available at 14 Canal Street, a 5-minute walk from the Armory.
Please register in advance by contacting Ellie
at RegenerativeAgricultureWeekend@gmail.com. Let her know how many days and how many people will attend and she will add your names to the list.
When you arrive on January 6 (or 7th), you will pay in cash.

One person, one day is $25
One person, two days is $35
Two persons, one day is $50
Two persons, two days is $70

If you would like to order lunch, she is also the person taking lunch orders.

Thank you for registering for what will be a wonderfully educational weekend.

Southeast New England Agriculture Conference and Trade Show
2024-02-04 07:30 - 16:30 | Bristol Aggie High School, 135 Center St, Berkley, 02715, United States
For the past 16 years, SEMAP has hosted the Agriculture and Food Conference with the goal of bringing farmers and service providers together to share knowledge and learn about innovations in agriculture. We’ve decided to partner with a number of regional organizations to build a more comprehensive and holistic event for our farmers, fishers, market managers, educators, farm workers, and everyone who makes up our local food community. We’re thrilled to have Bristol County Agricultural High School, Buy Fresh Buy Local Cape Cod, Cluck and Trowel Farm, Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation, NOFA-RI, OASIS on Ballou, Plymouth County Extension 4-H, and Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust joining us to bring this new idea to life! This new, collaborative effort will bring together regional farmers and food producers for a day of community and learning around some of the most pressing issues facing our food system.
