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SUMMARY:Vote NOFA/Mass for River Valley Co-op's July Change for Change
DESCRIPTION:If you’re a River Valley Co-op member-owner\, we’d love your vote in the Change for Change program—where shoppers round up their purchases to support local non-profits. \n  \n🗳️ Voting for July’s non-profit is open! Vote through June 21 at 8:00pm. \n\nIt only takes a minute: \n  \n✅ Visit https://rivervalley.coop/community/co-op-change-for-change-program \n      → Use the scrolling form in the center of the page to submit your vote! \n✅ Have your co-op member-owner number ready \n✅ Vote for NOFA/Mass \n  \nEvery vote could help strengthen local farms\, support organic agriculture\, and build a more resilient food system across Massachusetts. \n  \nThank you for showing up for local food and farming!
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SUMMARY:Soil Health in Organic Systems Monthly Calls: Maximizing Photosynthesis & Summer Growth
DESCRIPTION:By June\, plants are shifting into rapid growth and photosynthesis is in full swing. In this one-hour call\, we’ll explore how to support peak plant energy and nutrient cycling through methods like foliar sprays\, biologically active soils and management practices that strengthen the soil carbon pathway. We’ll discuss topics like the relationship between photosynthesis and soil biology\, and practical strategies for keeping crops thriving through the early summer season. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nRegister Online on Zoom\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n—— \nJoin NOFA/Mass for our monthly soil health calls\, where we explore the on-farm processes and practices that shape resilient\, thriving soils. Our facilitators will guide participants through practical strategies that influence soil integrity in organic systems. Each session offers space to ask questions\, discuss specific methodologies\, and learn directly from peers about what’s working on their farms. \nTopics range from organic amendments\, cover cropping systems\, reduced tillage and compaction mitigation strategies\, nutrient cycling\, soil biology and microbial life\, organic systems plans\, and other stewardship practices designed to strengthen the long-term health and productivity of your farm. \nDate: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month starting in March – September\n \nTime: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM \n  \n  \n \nTOPP is a network assembled by the USDA’s National Organic Program to support transitioning and organic producers with mentorship and resources. Farmer-to-farmer mentorship\, workshops\, webinars\, field days\, technical assistance\, and other educational events will offer opportunities to learn about organic production\, the certification process\, market opportunities\, and more. Read more and sign up to be a mentor or transitioning farmer mentee at organictransition.org
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