Town of Plymouth Agricultural Commission

09/22/2022

Looking for something to do this weekend? Pop into the Adams National Historic Park for an informational tour about farming in 1787.

It's hard to imagine today, but when John Adams purchased Peace field in 1787 it came with 80 acres of farmland. John Adams and some of his fellow Founding Fathers saw farming as an expression of their patriotism. For this Ranger's Choice talk, join Ranger Richard as he discusses John Adams and his life as a farmer.

This talk will take place outside of the Carriage House on Peace field (135 Adams Street, Quincy, MA). Street parking is available, or it's a 0.4 mile walk from the Quincy Center T Station. This talk will occur on Saturday, September 24 and Sunday, September 25 at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Please call the Adams National Historical park Visitor Center at 617-770-1175 with any questions.

09/14/2022

Are you a young farmer? Do you know one? Congress is looking to establish more young farmers in many communities.

Attracting a younger generation is key to building a sustainable food system, but getting access to land is a huge barrier to entering farming, according to a new survey.

08/18/2022

Due to ongoing drought conditions, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated 9 MA counties as primary natural disaster areas & 3 MA counties as contiguous disaster areas. Farmers in these areas are eligible to apply for a ASDA FSA emergency loan. For more info: https://bit.ly/3bYCdzJ
Application Deadline: April 17, 2023

08/10/2022

Looking for something fun to do with the family (or just yourselves)? Monadnock Farm & Community Coalition is sponsoring some farm open houses that are sure to delight. Meet farmers and their animals and learn about New England farming, all while tasting the delicious foods that come from the farm- including pudding!!

https://mfcommunitycoalition.org/2022monadnockfarmtour

08/03/2022

Interested in alternatives to traditional agriculture? Do advances in technology intrigue you? How about combining them both! Urban agriculture is a fascinating and growing industry that we’re happy to be a part of!

As climate change threatens traditional farming, venture capitalists and communities alike are investing in digital urban agriculture for more localized, all-season food growth.

06/06/2022

What a great event! We hope to see you there!

04/23/2022

What a great program!

04/11/2022

MDAR's Division of Animal Health Temporarily Halts Poultry Shows and Exhibitions Due to Increased HPAI Risk
www.mass.gov/service-details/poultry-program

03/29/2022

The Plymouth County Extension will be holding a workshop on April 30th regarding manure management. Dr. Hashemi is from UMASS Amherst and he will speaking about the microbial breakdown of manure, assets and liabilities of manure, and the different components of manure management. Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfc9DilieSOhMPsqIOBk6b8IjBar3MB69_1LLu89fqOxX1j2w/viewform

03/28/2022

Some really great presentations being put on by the NSRWA!

Gardening Green Expo Features Nancy Lawson
Monday, March 28 through Friday, April 1, 2022
Live Zoom Presentations
Spring is in the air! Join us for the 2022 Gardening Green Expo, where our featured presenter will be Nancy Lawson, renowned author of The Humane Gardener: Nurturing a Backyard Habitat for Wildlife. Other Zoom presentations include Kid-Friendly Gardens, Planting Natives for Wildlife, The Importance of Insects and Gardening for Native Bees, Audubon Plants for Birds, Growing Tasty Edible Greens and Snacks, Backyard Birding, Pollinators and Their Host Plants, and more!...
https://www.nsrwa.org/get.../gardening-green-expo-2022/