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Jun
MDAR: APR Program Accepting Applications - Application Deadline Extended to July 23rd

Katelyn Parsons

APR Program Accepting Applications – Application Deadline Extended to July 23rd The Department is currently accepting applications for the Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) Program. The Program purchases the non-agricultural value of the farmland in exchange for a permanent deed restriction…

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11
Jun
Specialty Crop COVID-19 Priority Area Survey

Katelyn Parsons

The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program funds projects that aim to enhance the production and competitiveness of Specialty Crop industries in Massachusetts. Through H.R. 133, USDA will be distributing additional funds for a second round of FY21 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program funding. Projects addressing…

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11
Jun
MDAR: June/July Farm and Market Report

Katelyn Parsons

The Farm and Market Report is the MDAR’s bi-monthly newsletter which includes the Commissioner’s Column, program and grant updates, workshop and educational updates, USDA News, along with a Calendar and Classified section. Click HERE for the latest Issue

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1
Jun
MDAR: MassGrown Exchange - Food/Produce Buyers - Recent Listings and Updates

Katelyn Parsons

Recent listings:  Lamb, beef, and honey! Job postings, farmers markets and more!  Kitchen Team Member at Bob’s Turkey Farm, Scituate and East Longmeadow farmers markets looking for vendors, and Milton School looking for fruits and vegetables. Wholesale Farmers – Looking for new…

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