 Junior Marketers: Ioka Valley FarmThis month, students depicted life at the four-generation family-owned and operated Ioka Valley Farm at 3475 Hancock Road, specifically highlighting its winter season when they sell Christmas trees.  NAPS, Greenagers Launch Program at Many Forks FarmAt Many Forks Farm, 22 North Adams students, in grades 5 and 6, have participated in a variety of hands-on activities. BAV Launches Market Match Fund Campaign for 2024"Boost SNAP, Build Community" seeks to raise $30,000 to amplify Market Match impact  BNRC Ensures Many Forks Farm Will Continue Under New FarmerIt took some time but, ultimately, with the help of the Berkshire Natural Resource Council, Wyrrick and Comstock were able to work out a plan for Many Forks Farm to continue under Comstock's ownership. Hoosick Falls Farm Awarded Animal Welfare CertificationsThe Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW label lets consumers know animals are raised outdoors on pasture or range in accordance with the highest animal welfare standards in the U.S. and Canada  Pittsfield Officials Tour ServiceNet's Vocational FarmProspect Meadow Farm Berkshires is an expansion of ServiceNet's first farm in Hatfield. Berkshire Farms Awarded Disaster Relief Grants20 Berkshire County farms received funds. Governor Releases Plan to Protect and Enhance Access to FarmlandThe plan sets goals and priorities around increasing farmland conservation and protection, addressing farmland access, and preserving and expanding the economic and environmental viability of farms across the state. Williamstown Farms Awarded State GrantsFairfield's Dairy Farm and Bonnie Lea Farm both were awarded $50,000 grants. Forthill Farms Receives $90K GrantForthill Farm will expand their existing farmstand building, increasing their operational efficiency by creating additional space for retail sales, washing and packaging produce, and storage. Berkshire Agriculture Ventures Awarded USDA GrantThe creation of this additional, dedicated loan fund complements the work BAV conducts through its Local Meat Processing Support Program (LMPSP).  Fresh Fest: A Farming and Food Film Fest at Images CinemaFresh Fest seeks to connect local farmers and food producers with the community around conversations that impact all. |
