Vegetable Program Upcoming Events
Jul
03
Wednesday, July 3, 2024 - 4:00pm
In-person
Hannan Healthy Foods
Join Eastern MA CRAFT, UMass Extension, and NOFA/Mass for a pest walk at Hannan Healthy Foods in Lincoln, MA! We will discuss how to identify and monitor some of the most prolific and problematic pests and diseases ubiquitous to organic production. Scouting and identification are the first steps towards proactive mitigation practices, learn how to see the farm with fresh eyes.
Jul
09
Tuesday, July 9, 2024 - 4:00pm
In-person
Astarte Farm
This farm tour and field walk will include information about pollinator habitat and cut flower production
Jul
17
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 - 6:00pm
In-person
Morning Glory Farm - Edgartown, MA
Join UMass Extension specialists Sue Scheufele and Maria Gannett for a field walk at Morning Glory Farm. We will identify current pest and weed issues in vegetable crops and discuss their management. There will be lots of time for Q&A, discussion, and dinner and refreshments will be provided.
Aug
02
Friday, August 2, 2024 - 5:00pm
In-person
Bardwell Farm
Join UMass Extension and CISA for a climate-themed twilight meeting at Bardwell Farm in Hatfield, MA!
Aug
21
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 - 4:00pm
In-person
Siena Farms
Learn about sunflower production at Siena Farms and join us for a pest walk
Oct
08
Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - 4:00pm
In-person
UMass Crop & Livestock Research & Education Farm
How is climate change affecting our soils? Often, practices like reducing tillage and cover cropping are recommended to improve soil health and resilience to drought and flood—practices that can also affect weed management. UMass Extension Soil Health specialist will discuss general impacts of climate change on soil health and highlight current research on updating recommendations for planting...
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