Looking for funding that can help talk your farm to the next humane farming level? One that’s easy to apply for and report on? Look no further FACT’s Fund-a-Farmer grant program is the perfect way yo improve the lives of the livestock on your farm. In this session former FACT Humane Farming Director, Larissa McKenna […]
Register here! Looking to take local produce and turn it into jam, salsa, or something else? This workshop is for you. Join the folks from the Massachusetts Agriculture Innovation Center and the Western Massachusetts Food Processing Center for an overview of what it takes to make a value-added food product. We’ll cover some food safety basics, options for where […]
This information session will focus on health insurance options available to small employers and their employees through Health Connector for Business at www.MAhealthconnector.org/business. We'll also review available options for sole proprietors and owner-only groups who do not yet have the employees to qualify for a small group plan through the Health Connector for Business. The agenda […]
Register here! Yes, you can run a food business out of your own home kitchen! Bri Dupras from Franklin Regional Council of Governments will cover the MA cottage industry food laws, and talk about how to get your home kitchen certified. We’ll also cover how you can sell foods you make at home and which […]
Are you a farmer diversifying into value-added production or an entrepreneur developing new and exciting products? Do you have questions about how to integrate food safety and quality into the development of a value-added food product? If so, this is the program for you! This course will address the key attributes of formulating a product […]
Register here! MDAR is hosting a webinar on December 7th at 1pm on USDA’s Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP) - a new program, authorized by Section 22007(e) of the Inflation Reduction Act, that will provide financial assistance to farmers, ranchers and forest landowners who experienced discrimination in USDA farm lending programs prior to 2021. The ability to qualify to receive […]
It’s more satisfying and profitable to keep your current customers happy than to chase after new customers. This interactive workshop will demonstrate five strategies for boosting customer loyalty, including knowing your customers’ wants and needs, providing stellar customer service, implementing loyalty programs, clarifying your brand, and creating compelling communications. You’ll see examples of what successful […]
This webinar will focus on energy use and conservation in high tunnel and greenhouse production. Energy costs can be substantial in a smaller diversified production system and reducing electric bills can help the bottom line. We'll understand energy costs and how to approach an energy assessment of your farm. We’ll then talk about energy efficient […]