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We know what April showers bring, but we hope May showers herald a drought free summer. Farmers have been working hard getting crops in the ground to take the benefit of the rainy weather. The cool rainy spring is perfect conditions for delicious early season produce: tender asparagus, green garlic, succulent lettuces and spinach, spicy radishes and bitter rhubarb. Remember to stock up with local offerings for your Memorial Day events - find what's available nearby through our
Online Farm Guide
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While farmers have been busy in the fields, SEMAP along with other Buy Local Organizations and other agricultural groups attended a very successful Ag Day at the State House last month. Farmers and friends of farming overrun the State House showcasing the agricultural bounty of the region.
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| BY KENDRA MURRAY
Back in March, SEMAP co-hosted a State Wide Grain Gathering at the Plimoth Grist Mill. We packed the mill with farmers, bakers, and millers to discuss a localized grain economy throughout the Commonwealth. While there, I spoke with George Whitley, the miller at Gray's Grist Mill in Westport. He invited me to tour the mill and learn a little bit more about the history and what was currently happening where he was milling.
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Qualified farmers will be getting a copy of the Census to fill out by the end of the year. If you didn't participate in the 2012 Census, you may have to head over to the Census website to sign up. And please do-new farmers are extremely important to count.
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We print over 20,000 copies of our Local Food Guide and distribute them throughout Bristol, Plymouth, and Norfolk counties through farms, farmers markets, Chambers of Commerce, Visitor Information Centers, restaurants, B&Bs, health food stores, retail markets, as well as regional county fairs and community events.
Discounted rates available to SEMAP members.
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Vegetable, Herb, and Flower Plants Organically Grown
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May 27-28,
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Find all the standard vegetables and come across some new varieties that you've never heard of before!
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Open every Friday, 2 PM - 6 PM
Marshfield Fairgrounds, 140 Main St
Local farmers, bakers, crafters, musicians and artisans.
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There's a lot happening at Anawan Farm in Rehoboth!
- 1 workshare open! 4 hours of work per week for one whole share
- Meet Your Farmer Event, June 10th, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
- Farmstand Opening Mid-June!
- Farmstand seeking local specialty products to sell (especially in the area of seafood, meats, dairy, jams, fruit, preserves, and bread)
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Got Donkeys?
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We have a SEMAP Member seeking information about miniature donkeys! Are there any farmers or homesteaders who could offer some knowledge (or are willing to sell)? If you can help us, please email us at [email protected], so we can pass along your information!
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Pick your own! Spring Rain Farm will be opening soon for strawberry picking. Keep up to date with news and hours on their
Facebook Page.
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That's not even half of the great events going on! Click below for even more!
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Find land to farm, service providers, farmer education, farm funding, information on land transfer, and more!
The Online Farm Guide
Farmers: Keep your farmfresh.org listing up-to-date! The online farm guide,
farmfresh.org, is a go-to for anyone looking for local foods, beverages and farm fun.
SEMAP Local Food Guide
This online version of our Local Food Guide contains SEMAP member farms and local food businesses, as well as a list of farmers markets in our region.
View all markets across Southeastern Mass and Cape Cod.
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