March
- March 13 - Massachusetts Land Conservation Conference - UMass Amherst. Annual gathering of the MA land conservation community where over 500 participants learn from colleagues and other experts, discuss ideas, and network. Land conference details here.
- March 17 - Pruning Demonstration for Commercial Apple Growers - Brookdale Fruit Farm, Hollis, NH, 9:30am - 12pm. Join UMass Ext., UNH Ext., and pruning experts for hands-on tall spindle training demonstrations, MAIA variety discussions, and hedging equipment best practices. Pruning demo details here.
- March 17 - Specialty Crop Block Grant Program - webinar, 1:00pm. Opportunity to ask questions regarding the Specialty Crop grant program which funds projects that aim to enhance the production and competitiveness of Specialty Crop industries in Massachusetts. Register for the webinar here.
- March 18 - Public Comment Hearing – Individual Review of Rodenticides - 1:00 – 3:00pm. The Pesticide Board Subcommittee will hold a virtual public comment hearing as part of its Individual Review of rodenticides. Public hearing details here.
- March 18 - 8th Massachusetts Farm & Sea to School Conference - Smith College, Northampton. Conference updates here.
- March 18 - NOFA's Beyond the Harvest: Value-Added Product Development & the Path to Organic - Webinar, 9:00 - 10:30am. Understanding Organic Certification for Processors - Session provides a comprehensive introduction to organic certification for value-added processors. Participants will explore what “organic” means as a regulated claim under the National Organic Program, including the distinction between organic ingredients, organic processing practices, and organic labeling. Beyond the Harvest webinar details here.
- March 19 - SEMAP's Farmer Roundtable: Strategies for Managing Deer on Your Farm - Norfolk County Agricultural HS - Walpole, 5:30 - 7:30pm. If deer are damaging your crops and cutting into your profits, this night is for you. Join SEMAP for a free, farmer-focused evening to talk candidly about what’s actually working to manage deer pressure on your farm. Time to connect with other farmers who are dealing with the same challenges. Deer roundtable details here.
- March 19 - Northeast Harvest Agricultural Conference - Topsfield. Harvest conference details here.
- March 24 - 25 - Massachusetts Governor’s Conference on Travel & Tourism - Danvers. One of the leading tourism summits, spotlighting the MA250 initiative as we continue to celebrate the many activities commemorating the Semi-quincentennial. Conference details here.
- March 24 - MDAR's APR Program Review: Updates and Listening Session - Lakeville Library, 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm. Details and register here.
- March 24 - Penn State Ext. - Harvesting Innovation: AI-Based Deer Re-Identification - free webinar, 12:00 - 1:00pm. White-tailed deer continue to challenge Pennsylvania agriculture, contributing to significant crop losses and economic impact across the region. As populations shift and traditional monitoring methods provide limited insight, landowners are seeking more consistent, data-driven tools to inform management decisions. Harvesting Innovation webinar details here.
- March 25 - NOFA's Beyond the Harvest: Value-Added Product Development & the Path to Organic - Webinar, 9:00am - 10:30am. Getting Certification-Ready - Session provides a hands-on, detailed guide to preparing for organic certification as a value-added processor. Participants will dive into the Organic System Plan (OSP), including key sections such as ingredient sourcing, production flow, cleaning and sanitation, storage and segregation, and recordkeeping systems. Beyond the Harvest webinar details here.
- March 26 - MDAR's APR Program Review: Updates and Listening Session - Shrewsbury Town Hall, 12:00pm – 2:00pm. Details and register here.
- March 26 - New Entry's Building Capacity for Food Systems Transformation - online, 3:00pm – 4:30pm. One of 4 part series, explore how to build organizational culture and operations that reflect your vision and values. Details here for Building Capacity series.
- March 26 - 27 - ArborEXPO™ '26 - Eastern States Exposition, W.Springfield. 3,000+ arborists, students, and exhibitors all in one place. Earn CEUs across 6+ certification types while getting hands-on with the latest gear and innovations in tree care. Expo details here.
- March 26 - UMass Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training - Wareham, 8:00 - 5:00pm. Fruit and vegetable growers interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety. Training details here.
- March 28 - Massachusetts Urban Farming Symposium - UMass Boston - Registration opens February. Questions, contact Rose.Arruda@Mass.gov. Sponsor/vendor opportunities, contact jtretina@urbanfarminginstitute.org.
- March 28 - Essex County - Ag Com Roundtable for Essex County - Newbury Town Library, 0 Lunt Street, Byfield, 10:30am - 12:30pm. Register for the March 28 roundtable.
- March 30 - MDAR's APR Program Review: Updates and Listening Session - virtual, 5:00pm - 7:00 pm. Details and register here.
- March 31 - Blueberry Pruning Clinic - Ward's Berry Farm, Sharon, 9:00am - 12:00pm. Join UMass Extension and UNH Extension for a hands-on blueberry pruning clinic. Clinic details here.
April
- April 2 - Creating a Buy-Protect-Sell Program for MDAR – online, 12:00pm - 1:30pm. MDAR is moving forward with the development of a Buy-Protect-Sell (BPS) program, supported by newly granted legislative authority to buy and sell land while ensuring its permanent protection. Opportunity to learn more about MDAR’s vision for the program, ask questions, and share your perspective. This event is open to everyone but is specifically oriented towards farmers (including prospective and beginning farmers) and organizations that work closely with farmers. Learn more about the event and register here.
- April 2 - SARE Webinar Series - Pasture Based Systems for Sustainable Livestock Production - Nutritional impacts on carcass performance and meat quality. Register for free webinar here.
- April 7 - New Entry's Explore Farming Workshop (Online) - Free and open to all. Details and registration here.
- April 9 - Using Crop Budgets in Farm Decision-Making - webinar, 12:00 - 1:30pm. Join UMass Extension and guests to learn about enterprise, or crop, budgets and using crop budgeting data in farm financial decision-making. Crop budget webinar details here.
- April 11 - Growing Minds Though MA Ag in the Classroom - 8:30am - 3:30pm, Auburn HS. Inspiring conference just for educators with wide range of dynamic workshops and hands-on learning experiences. Connect with passionate educators from across the state who share your commitment to bringing agriculture into the classroom. Classroom conference updates here.
- April 11 - Ag Com Roundtable for Plymouth County - Carver Public Library, Carver, 10:00am - noon. Register for the Roundtable here.
- April 14 - SARE Webinar Series - Pasture Based Systems for Sustainable Livestock Production - A conversation on physiology and nutrition in maximizing animal performance. Register for free webinar here.
- April 14 – New Entry Sustainable Farming Project's Online Crop Production Course - 9-week Course meeting together online on Tuesday evenings for those interested in digging deeper into the enthralling world of sustainable agriculture. Will include an abundance of resources and activities to help learners increase their ability to work with nature to grow good food, and it will cover topics including: fostering soil health, greenhouse management, irrigation, nutrient management, cover cropping, pest and disease management, season extension, and more. Course details here.
- April 17 - Honey Bee Education Day at the State Apiaries - Join the MDAR's Apiary Program Team at the UMass and Bristol State Apiaries for guided tours of live honey bee colonies, hands-on demonstrations in colony management, and the latest information on sustaining honey bee health. Topic: Winter Evaluation & Spring Prep. Education Day details here.
- April 25 - Massachusetts Agriculture in Action Expo - 10:00am - 3:00pm - Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner. A celebration of the vibrant Massachusetts agricultural community. Expo details here.
- April 29 - Notice of Public Hearing - Massachusetts Prohibited Plant List - remote, 1:00pm - 2:200pm. Hearing details here.
May
- May 8 - Honey Bee Education Day at the State Apiaries - Join the MDAR's Apiary Program Team at the UMass and Bristol State Apiaries for guided tours of live honey bee colonies, hands-on demonstrations in colony management, and the latest information on sustaining honey bee health. Topic: Spring Management & Summer Prep. Education Day details here.
June
- June 12 - Honey Bee Education Day at the State Apiaries - Summer Management (Dighton location only).Join the MDAR's Apiary Program Team at the UMass and Bristol State Apiaries for guided tours of live honey bee colonies, hands-on demonstrations in colony management, and the latest information on sustaining honey bee health. Topic: Spring Management & Summer Prep. Education Day details here.
- June 30 – New Entry's Online Crop Production Course - For those interested in digging deeper into the enthralling world of sustainable agriculture, New Entry Sustainable Farming Project is offering this 9-week Crop Production Course meeting together online on Tuesday evenings.The course will include an abundance of resources and activities to help learners increase their ability to work with nature to grow good food, and it will cover topics including: fostering soil health, greenhouse management, irrigation, nutrient management, cover cropping, pest and disease management, season extension, and more. Production course details here.
December
- December 15 - 17, 2026 - New England Vegetable & Fruit Conference - Manchester, New Hampshire. Conference updates here.