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SUMMARY:Cultivating a Farmer-Led Regional Agroforestry Transformation
DESCRIPTION:Join NOFA-VT\, along with NOFA-Mass\, CISA\, and others\, for a regional gathering of agroforestry farmers seeking to dive deeply into relationship-building\, regional connectivity\, and food systems transformation. \nOver two days and multiple shared meals\, agroforesters from across the Northeast will come together to learn from one another\, build connections and relationships across state lines\, and collectively visualize a regional agroforestry transformation. Together\, we’ll learn from innovative farms thinking outside the box to develop the regional capacity for viable tree crop economies and explore the potential these systems have to transform our agricultural landscapes and our food system\, all while supporting organic practices and boosting the health of the soil and of native pollinators. \nOur first afternoon will be held at Yellowbud Farm in Northfield\, MA\, where we will explore how the farm is reimagining the landscape of tree crop genetics and planting stock across the Northeast. The following morning\, we’ll reconvene at Carr’s Ciderhouse in Hadley\, MA\, for collaborative working sessions that focus on intentionally strengthening our regional agroforestry network. \nIn the afternoon\, we’ll tour Preservation Orchard and Meadowfed Lamb\, and travel to Big River Chestnuts in Sunderland\, MA\, where we will learn how these farmers are building functional value chains and ecological economies for specialty tree crops and are considering how to strategically build out the processing capacity\, genetic resources\, and equitable markets needed to move this movement forward. \nThis event is an opportunity for experienced tree-crop farmers and agroforestry practitioners to broaden and deepen their regional relationships\, acknowledge challenges\, dive deeply into collaborative problem-solving\, and exercise collective visioning around a regional food system transformation. \nAt this gathering\, we will:\n\nTour farms reimagining tree crop genetics\, marketing\, and processing in Western MA\nConnect with other agroforestry producers from across the Northeast\nEngage in collaborative working sessions geared toward strengthening regional connections and shared learning\nLearn about opportunities for expanding organic production and enhancing biodiversity health\nContribute to the long-term vision for a robust regional tree crop economy\n\nDate\, Time\, & Location:\nTuesday\, 6/23\, from 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm (including dinner) – Yellowbud Farm\nWednesday\, 6/24\, from 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (including dinner) – Carr’s Ciderhouse\, Meadowfed Lamb\, Big River Chestnuts \nPresenters:\n\nJesse Marksohn – Yellowbud Farm\nJono Neiger – Big River Chestnuts\nMatt Kaminsky – Meadowfed Lamb / Preservation Orchards\nJonathan Carr and Nicole Blum – Carr’s Ciderhouse\nKeynote speakers\n\nElspeth Hay\, author of Feed Us with Trees\, in conversation with Russell Wallack of Breadtree Farms.\n\n\n\n  \nRegistration details:\nAttending the farm tours and working sessions is free for farmers\, thanks to the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program. Registration fees for farmers listed below contribute to the cost of the food. If cost is a barrier\, please reach out to kevin@nofavt.org \nCost:\nBoth Days- Tuesday\, June 23\, and Wednesday\, June 24 \n$50 for farmers\n$125 non-farmers\nFree for BIPOC \nSingle Day- Tuesday\, June 23 \n$25 for farmers\n$50 for non-farmers\nFree for BIPOC \nSingle Day- Wednesday\, June 24 \n$25 for farmers\n$75 for non-farmers\nFree for BIPOC \nPlease note that transportation and lodging are not provided or included in the registration fee. \nLooking to book a room in the area? We have arranged a hotel block at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Greenfield\, MA\, for a discounted rate. Reserve using this link or book by phone and ask for the NOFA-VT room rate. Book before June 1 to receive the discounted rate. Please note that rooms may still be available after June 1\, but not at the discounted rate. \n  \nAttendees are welcome to join us for the day on Tuesday\, Wednesday\, or both!  \nThis event is generously funded by the USDA Transition to Organic Partnership Program\, the Institute for Agroecology\, the UVM Food Systems Research Institute\, and the One Hive Foundation.
URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-06-23-cultivating-a-farmer-led-regional-agroforestry-transformation/
LOCATION:Yellowbud Farm\, 544 Millers Falls Rd\, Northfield\, MA\, 01360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agroforestry
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ORGANIZER;CN="NOFA-VT":MAILTO:medina@nofavt.org
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SUMMARY:Exploring Collaborative & Cooperative Land Access: Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Despite the benefits and power behind cooperative movements\, working together toward a common goal is still one of the most difficult challenges people face. This session will explore how to build a successful relational culture to overcome common challenges in collaborative projects.
URL:https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/event/2026-06-24-exploring-collaborative-cooperative-land-access-session-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="American Farmland Trust NY":MAILTO:info@farmland.org
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