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Guide to Local Food & Farms

A guide to locally grown food available at Farmers Markets, Farm Stands, Farms, Restaurants, and Specialty Producers. Includes Community Food Pantry sites, too.

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Our Mission: Keep Farmers Farming!

Berkshire Grown supports and promotes local agriculture as a vital part of the Berkshire community, economy and landscape.

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Advocating for farmers
Supporting Good Agricultural Practices
Fostering education and outreach
Increasing community access to local food
Networking farmers and food buyers
Promoting locally-grown and produced food
Promoting economic development by focusing on the viability of the agricultural economy

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Events/ News/ Grants & Loans/ Workshops

Bio Char 101 Workshop

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July 2022 E-News: Integrated Pest Management

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2022 Guide to Local Food & Farms

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Agricultural Food Safety Improvement Program (AFSIP)

MDAR is now accepting applications for the Ag Food Safety Improvement Program (AFSIP). The goal of the AFSIP grant is to support produce and aquaculture operations that are looking to upgrade their food safety practices that work towards minimizing the […]

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Annual MDAR Tomato Contest!

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MDAR’s Environmental & Energy Grants Now Open

Open for Applications – MDAR is now accepting applications from agricultural operations who wish to participate in the Department’s Environmental & Energy grant programs. Grants are available to help agricultural operations make farm improvements that enhance their economic viability while working […]

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