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SUMMARY:Field School: Cover Crops & Soil Health
DESCRIPTION:Time to dig in! \n\n\n\n\nCover crops and healthy soils play a critical role in the success of any farm or garden\, cycling nutrients through the ecosystem\, increasing water infiltration\, and reducing erosion\, runoff\, and sedimentation. \nThis workshop will give an overview of fundamental soil health principles\, with a focus on how you can incorporate cover crops into your growing operation. You will learn practical ways to incorporate soil health practices into the management of your vegetable garden or urban farm. \nAbout the Field School \nThe Farm Alliance of Baltimore (FAB) is proud to launch Black Butterfly Urban Farmer Academy (BBUFA) Field School. Running from March to December\, this series of hands-on workshops is intended to serve as an accessible point of entry for anyone interested in learning the seasonal fundamentals of urban agriculture. No previous farming experience is required to participate! \nThe BBUFA Field School’s schedule is split up into three sessions: spring\, summer\, and fall. The majority of instruction will take place on site at FAB’s teaching farm in South Baltimore\, with occasional classroom sessions depending on content. \nLearn more about the history of the Black Butterfly Urban Farmer Academy program on our website. \nAbout the Facilitator \nNick Miller is the Healthy Soils Program Specialist at the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA)\, where he works with department staff and partner organizations to provide program assistance\, training\, and technical support to further soil health practice adoption throughout the state. As part of this role\, Nick administers the Healthy Soils Competitive Fund\, a farmer-led grant program which provides funding for innovative soil health practices\, projects\, and research in Maryland. Prior to his work with MDA\, Nick spent over a decade in farm management as well as agricultural production and education\, and was a founding partner of Good Dog Farm in Baltimore County. Nick holds a Master of Science in Agronomy with a concentration in Agroecology from the University of Florida. \nAbout the Farm \nFAB’s Black Butterfly Teaching Farm is our hub for food production\, farmer training\, and community connection in South Baltimore. With support from the City of Baltimore\, we signed a 15-year lease in 2021 and planted our first crops in Curtis Bay that fall. In 2025\, a generous grant allowed us to continue construction and expansion of the farm site\, which now includes a greenhouse\, a high tunnel\, and an apiary\, with more to come\, including more space for workshops and community gatherings\, new facilities to train the next generation of urban growers\, and more growing areas to support a wider variety of crops year-round. \nWe envision the Black Butterfly Teaching Farm as a place where we can grow food for Baltimore and cultivate a space where neighbors\, FAB members\, and aspiring growers can come together to exchange knowledge\, build skills\, and strengthen community. \nAdditional Information \nThis workshop will be held outdoors. Please wear close-toed shoes\, sun protection\, and weather-appropriate clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Be sure to bring a water bottle! Extra water\, masks\, hand sanitizer\, sunscreen\, and bug spray will be provided. \n\nParking: Street parking available on W Bay Ave.\nRestrooms: There is a port-a-potty on site.\nAccessibility: Paths at the farm are grass and woodchips. There is limited shade and seating on site\, please bring a chair if you need one!\nIllness: Please do not attend this event if you are sick or experiencing symptoms of illness including but not limited to fever\, coughing\, and/or vomiting.\nCancellation Policy: In the event that we need to cancel due to weather or unforeseen circumstances\, attendees will receive an email notification.\n\nQuestions? Please contact programs@farmalliancebaltimore.org
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LOCATION:Farm Alliance Black Butterfly Teaching Farm\, 3901 West Bay Avenue\, Baltimore\, MD\, 21225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Healthy Soil for Healthy Crops
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about how soil works and how to improve soil health. \n\n\n\n\nHealthy Soil for Healthy Crops\nwith Mark Dempsey \nBREG – Soil Health Core \nThursday\, September 24 | 1 pm – 4 pm \nCome learn about how soil works and how to improve soil health. We will cover the basics of soil\, the critical role of organic matter\, how to sample soil and interpret a nutrient test\, and what actions you can take to make your soil better. Drawing from research and on-farm experience\, the class emphasizes practical\, science-based strategies for improving soil health\, reducing erosion\, and building resilient farming systems. \nMark Dempsey works with the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association as conservation specialist and soil health educator. His background includes more than 15 years of research and education in soil microbiology\, no-till farming\, cover crops\, and sustainable agriculture systems. He teaches practical\, science-based approaches to improving soil health\, soil function\, and long-term farm resilience. \n\nMembers: Remember to enter your promo code upon checkout to receive your 10% member discount! Email adulteducation@ncarboretum.org with questions.\nSee a full listing of Adult Education Programs at the North Carolina Arboretum here! Questions? Check our FAQs.\nWe are committed to fostering a diverse\, supportive learning community. If the cost of a class is a barrier for you\, please complete this scholarship form and we will see what kind of assistance we can provide.\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram!\nJoin our Adult Education Student Hub on Discord!\nInterested in supporting the NC Arboretum more directly? Donate to the ONE Fund here.
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LOCATION:20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way\, 20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way\, Asheville\, NC\, 28806\, United States
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